It has been a long while since I have posted. So what have I been doing? Church. Fresh Start Community Church is a new church in Interlochen, Michigan, just outside of Traverse City. It has been an amazing journey!

We started services in December and held our official launch on March 7th. It has been a whirlwind of a trip but I am so excited to see what God has in store for this new church.

We held a carnival on Saturday, March 6th and we had over 400 people in attendance. It was well received and we pray to see some of those people walk through our church doors in the coming weeks.

Thank You, Lord for allowing me to be a part of this awesome opportunity that is so much bigger than I am. You know the plans you have for Interlochen. Plans to prosper and not to harm. Plans to give a hope and a future. Guide us and direct us in Your way. I want to see YOU!!!

Fresh Start meets on Sunday mornings at 11am in the Interlochen Library's Fellowship Hall.

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Anita said…
I can feel your excitment, Joy. I'm very happy for you. I'll be praying for you and your church.
March 15, 2010 at 4:48:00 PM EST
Anita said…
I'm excited for you!
March 29, 2010 at 4:46:00 PM EST
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