I keep thinking, “Can I keep this pace up indefinitely?” - I definitely feel a lot older than I did last year. We’ve spent a ton of time discussing how our first weekend at the theater went and what needs to be done before we do it all over again this Sunday. We’ve also been working on “C3 Day at Moss Park” - which is tentatively scheduled for the last Sunday in March.
It’s been crazy busy, but I’ve enjoyed so much reading other women’s blogs that have motivated and inspired me to keep on working…
Amanda wrote: “…Pastor Byron’s sermon was about investing in others. I was challenged to see others as Jesus sees them…something I’m not always good at. The verse that stood out to me was Acts 2:42…
‘They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.’
The part that really stuck with me was the part that says, “they devoted themselves”. It is MY responsibility to take action in my faith…no one else’s. There is not a friend, a family member, or even a pastor (gasp!) that can MAKE me be devoted. I want to make 2008 the year that I take more action than ever before in the area of 
investing in others, particularly others who don’t know Christ.
I feel so privileged to be a part of a church that loves God and loves others more than anything else. I am thankful to God for allowing me to be a part of this amazing group of people we call C3 church.”
Cassie wrote: “I am so proud to be a part of a church [C3 Church] that embodies “The New Humanity.” A church that is committed to meeting both the spiritual and physical needs of others - because to ignore either is to be anti-human and thus anti-God. A church that recognizes we are all image bearers and embraces the similarities in all of us instead of letting the differences divide us. A church that values the Pastor as much as the Prostitute and the Marine as much as the Iraqi. A church that doesn’t discriminate on who is welcome to worship with us and guards against those who try to ruin and discourage “The New Humanity” attitude among us.
Graceful Barbarians. The New Humanity.“
Alison wrote: “Some of you reading this may not know what C3 is…let me tell you! It’s a church filled with authentic people who’s passion is to connect the community with Christ (that’s what C3 stands for in case you didn’t catch that!)
This church has been criticized, the staff has been criticized…they have been through so much, yet they have remained strong and always stood up for what they believe! They have already reached so many for Christ and continue to do so! Their passion is contagious!! I want to be a part of this movement, John wants to be a part of it, and we want our children to be a part of it! We are ready to serve, we are ready to love, we are ready to put the past behind us and move forward! I can’t wait to see what the Lord has in store for us at C3! Of course there will be more criticism to come…but NOBODY can steal this joy away!”For right now, until that completeness, we have three things to do to lead us toward that consummation: Trust steadily in God, hope unswervingly, love extravagantly. And the best of the three is love.”
~1 Corinthians 13:13 (MSG) 
Andrea wrote: “Powerhouse was so flippin’ cool! Kids just screaming like maniacs in sheer joy and excitement to be in church… singing and dancing as they praised the Lord. I sat through the whole 10:30 hour of P.H. after I sang and I was so blessed by their eager spirits to answer questions on their lesson. I sat back as I listened to them learn about respecting and obeying authority. The bible story was the one of Jesus speaking with the Pharisees about giving to Caesar what belongs to him and giving God His offerings as well. They ate it up. They were soaking in God’s word in a fun, relevant and uplifting manner. The teachers, actors, dancers and volunteers in there are being used in an unbelievable way… an eternal way.
I have so many thoughts running through my head. I can’t even begin to scratch the surface. This journey is just getting started. This ain’t no cute little leisurely hike either… God is taking C3 full throttle! Buckle up people… from the looks of today you all seem ready for this thrill ride!”
Leigh Ann wrote: “I was nervous about my first Sunday at C3 in the theaters……but the minute I hit the parking lot, I knew we were home. I was reassured again when I walked in the door. Even though I do not like my C3 kids color shirt, it was so cool to see almost everyone with some sort of a C3 volunteer shirt on. No one would be able to mistake a member!
I was greeted with smiles, hugs , and handshakes. Well maybe not to many hugs….every since my hug blog. It is alright, HUG me.
Power House was amazing. The sound was great. I am amazed by Kayleigh every Sunday. She is a natural. I wish I had her talent. I would be a blubbering fool up there. My talent is being sarcastic!!
Worship was next. I was blown away! I think that is the only way I can describe it.
The best part was seeing old friends back. Knowing they were home again too! I don’t think the theater is going to hold us for too long, but I know God is already working on our next move!!”
Monica wrote: “
All I can see when I look around C3 are true barbarians. People who are willing to go to whatever lengths to reconnect humanity to Christ. It might be as simple as a smile or handshake, or it could be waking up at the crack of dawn (or earlier) and setting up all that we need for church…no matter what it is C3 is full of people willing to do it. It’s amazing and something that can only be done with God and the people who love Him. I am so grateful to serve alongside true barbarians for Christ. I hope we all continue to love and encourage one another along with everyone who walks through those theater doors. I know I have already blogged about Sunday but I can’t stop thinking about how awesome it was. I remember looking around Powerhouse and seeing so many new volunteers. People who just stepped up to make a difference and to impact children’s lives. It was overwhelming to say the least…I am so incredibly grateful.
Love truly does win!” 
It does.
Thanks for the encouragement, insight and inspiration to keep working. And thanks to all of you who read, pray, work, and fight…for love. Thanks for being peaceful warriors in the battle…
…because, love does win in the end.
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