Ju. Jones

Our first “Open House “went well last night. Once we got to the Modern Times Coffeehouse, I found it to be more crowded than I realize. That’s when it hit me. “I have to cast the vision of our church in a room filled with unbelievers.” I was expecting the room to be empty. Boy, was I nervous! I stalled for as long as I could. It was too late to go back home. The first minute of my presentation was interrupted by a lady who was leaving.  On her way out she said, “I love your printed material! Very creative!” She had our promo stuff in her hands, so I was pretty excited. Two individuals expressed a desire to be involved with our launch team. Yeah! Something else unexpected happened. A few members of the launch team became involved in faith based discussions with other individuals. These included conversations with a Catholic, who was opened, and an aethiest with tons of questions. Another guy was intrigued by the fact that we were meeting in a movie theater. I do have to admit. I would have felt more comfortable in a secluded environment. Yet, God has called us to be a light in the midst of darkness; a people that go into the community and engage it. Influence is maximized outside the comfort zone. As difficult as that evening was for me, I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Great news! I get to do it two more times next month!