Comments for living the dream

Comment on mowing grass by Mark Cataudella

Mark Cataudella — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:18:53 +0000

wow i am actually writing a college essay on all the things i thing about when im cutting the lawn. everything you said is so true and i absolutely love mowing my lawn as well.

Comment on Leaders that leave… by Nikia Glenn

Nikia Glenn — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:25:07 +0000

Pastor Al,

Our relationship didn’t get a chance to soar like I would have wanted, but the words or laughter you shared w/ me meant a lot. Just the thought of making sure I’m ok, speaks for itself. You and Ms. Jinny is going to be deeply missed by so many people, but as you stated above your mark is ever lasting. I pray that I leave a strong and big mark on the lives of people that I come in contact w/. Love you lots…

Nikia,

Comment on Leaders that leave… by cgreenaway

cgreenaway — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:50:58 +0000

Al,
Thanks for what you do! We are excited to see what’s next for your family, and you’ll be in our prayers. Thanks for what you’ve meant to me and my family. You’re leadership extends beyond Ormond… it’s reached me!

- Chuck Greenaway

Comment on Leaders that leave… by Fran Atherholt

Fran Atherholt — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:37:51 +0000

I remember very well how, 7 years ago, T.J. virtually mourned the loss of his first Youth Pastor. No one else could possible be as good, could teach him as much or love him as much. But, with your very first message, he knew that you were, in fact, the man who was meant to lead him through his teens into adulthood. As grandparents, we love anyone who loves and supports our boys and we certainly love you and Ginny.

Comment on leave a legacy! by PJROCK

PJROCK — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:56:37 +0000

The Legacy lives on man! Thank you for being you! Leaving a Legacy isnt just being cool or hip, its about making tough desicions knowing that your following the highest power, and using that knowledge to lead people in the right direction for Eternity. I appreciate you leading and steering, and sometimes kicking me in the right direction, you definetly helped shape me into who I am today..

Comment on leave a legacy! by Tony Salas

Tony Salas — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:36:24 +0000

Good word! We are having an impact, even when we can’t see it. Our message is getting through- even to those who may seem oblivous (or even rejecting) during this time. Down the road the seed will produce good fruit. Excellent thoughts Al.

Comment on it’s a new season… by Steve Robertson

Steve Robertson — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:03:22 +0000

I can definitely relate. I am six months removed now from 17 years of leading a youth service. It is a dramatic change in our lives – even though we know we will soon be on the mission field. Our prayers are with you friend. Knowing something is the right thing to do and even that it is the right time to do it does not make us immune from the feelings that impact us during the transition. It remains a process (that is working for our good, but still…) We are in that process ourselves. I woke up everyday of my adult life with a primary purpose and mission…the same one. Then one day I woke up and it was not my mission anymore. That is a mountain to climb all by itself. We DO have hope. We DO have expectancy. We DO remain faithful. And through it all God does His part. Day by day, step by step, we find our way to the other side of the transition.

Blessings for you as you walk through this season of your journey!

Steve Robertson

Comment on creative youth ministry night…”drumline” by Geoffrey

Geoffrey — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 01:30:42 +0000

Hey im the capt of the New Smyrna Beach High school drumline and i was wondering if i could get any more info about what we need to do or what not?

Comment on creating a service that students want to come back to… by Tony Salas

Tony Salas — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:03:04 +0000

Absolutely true. I believe if we as Leaders would add time in just two areas, we could significantly increase our impact: 1- More time spent praying about our Youth Services. 2- More time planning an extremely creative Youth Service, especially how we drive home through creative illustrations, dramas, videos, etc. the key points of Scripture we want our teens to be impacted by that night. Both of these are challenges bcs of the “time” element. But other things we spend just as much time on will give a much smaller return, when compared to the same amount of time invested into Prayer & Creativity.

Comment on laughter is good medicine? by altheforce

altheforce — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:56:43 +0000

I am looking forward to the sun coming up…Ready, excited and moving forward…