"Peace" Day 10 - Frankfurt

These last 24 hours have been exactly what I needed. Last night I watched the Spain vs Russia soccer game downtown in Frankfurt. It was a good time. Since I had the day off today I was able to sleep in, then this afternoon Josh and I went walking for a few hours... very relaxing. I simply wanted to write that I could remember this day of peace. I'm very happy I'm here, I love this team and I'm excited about the ministry ahead of me. God has some good plans, I'm sure of it.

"Hotel - Prayer & Praise" Day 9 - Mainz Germany

My first nine days here haven't been spent exactly how I expected them to be. You never really know what to expect here with Project Noah.

Last week the Mainz church plant accomplished some huge milestones. First of all, they purchased a hotel. That's right, a Hotel. This investment will play a critical role in the future of Project Noah as it supports the church plant in Mainz. It will be a Christian community and a busy headquarters.


Since I've landed here I've spent little time outside of the Hotel, waking up each day to start painting, cleaning, moving, whatever needs to be done.


Along side of me are many of the other leaders. It's humbling but before we can do anything else we must finish the hotel, and the progress is a huge encouragement.

Today we are all back at the office in Frankfurt, switching gears entirely. I'm brainstorming with other team members of events for project camp as well as new fundraising programs. There is so much to be done.

As you pray praise God for the Hotel, also we have secured the church meeting place (for their Sunday service). They will meet in a bar by the down town cinema, believe it or not. Also they are making good progress on the website which will also play a key role in moving things forward.


Oh and during project camp we will be inviting people in the Mainz community to "First Supper" a free meal :) we've secured our cooks and location - in the center of town right next to the Beer Fest!

Please also pray for our team, that as we constantly switch gears and change from planners to hotel renovators we would always work as one body with Christ as the head.


Also, Last night Germany defeated Turkey which means that Germany will be playing in the Euro Cup Final. Pray that Germany would win, because that would be an awesome experience :)

"Alles Gute zum Geburtstag!" Day 2 - Frankfurt Germany

I feel like I should post just because it's my birthday. I've been really busy though. Today I joined the team in renovating the hotel that will become Project Noah headquarters. As you can see... I painted the ceiling... Good stuff!!

Then the senior staff of the team took me out for schnitzel... that was pretty sweet.

Anyways. Tired. Much love.

Peace.

"Rugby and Soccer" Day 1 - Frankfurt Germany

"Do you play rugby football?" Asked the smiling 62 year old man as we stood at the luggage conveyer belt. It's funny being six foot six. When most people meet me for the first time in the states they ask if I play basketball so this was a refreshing change of pace. "No... I wish. You do though, right?" I smiled back. He laughed at my joke and referenced his age. "Not any more I don't!"

So went my first conversation in Germany. I landed yesterday afternoon after an unfortunately uncomfortable and sleepless night flight. I continued to stay awake and active until others had gone to bed that night. I don't believe in jet lag, it's like pulling an all-nighter during finals week that's all.

This morning I feel wonderful. Better than I've felt in weeks actually. There is a spring in my step, my posture is strong, and I'm eating healthy... Maybe I should play some Rugby!?

Nah.

I need to save my energy; it's become clear that there is a LOT of work ahead. Stay posted!

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