Something New

For all the members of Abundant Life Church (ALC), this Sunday was a day of rejoicing. It was a day that will be etched in my brain for a long time. I’m not sure why, but there always seems to be a sense of excitement when you experience something new. I remember when Gary and I moved into our new home in Allen. We had watched eagerly while it was being built. We couldn’t wait to move. I still remember how awesome it felt when I stepped inside for the first time and realized that it was finally our new home.

It’s strange, but I had similar feelings today when I stepped inside the new home of Abundant Life Church. Watching your vision become reality is an incredible experience. It hasn’t been easy at times, but it has been worth it. Through the ups and the downs, He’s been there every step of the way. I’m amazed at what He’s doing in my life — and in the lives of my friends and family at ALC.

You could feel the excitement today when you walked through the doors. Here’s a glimpse of our new worship center before the crowd arrived.

Gary and I got there at 8:45 am for choir/band practice.

It was all new, but somehow oddly familiar — same people, same songs, same amazing God, new location.

We kicked off at 10 am with a scripture reading and prayer led by our pastor, and then launched into the first choir song, “Shout” (btw, thanks to my friend A.J. for letting me steal a few of his AMAZING pictures from today).

Closer view of the worship team and choir rocking it out…I’m one of the specks in the choir on the right. 😉

Our pastor, Jeff Hennigan delivered a powerful, inspiring message today!

The place was packed full! No wonder we need two services on Sundays!

View from the platform

The celebration in the foyer after church was over

Bird’s eye view.

There’s still a lot of work to be done to the building, but today was almost perfect. Our church family showed up, and most importantly, God did too! It’s a new beginning, a great opportunity. I’m so excited, and I can’t wait ’til next Sunday.