Pump up the Jam!!
Here are a few things that I have observed about the Patio lately.
Things have really been coming together for us as a community of believers. Almost 100% of us live in The Fork. Amazing. And so we see each other almost every night of the week. Incredible. That is all great and exactly what we believe! But I get the feeling that it has kinda become the norm and we aren’t as excited about what God is doing or has called us to do. Mainly, I think we have been lacking in being involved in neighbors lives as well. Please forgive me if I am wrong about this and you do not feel it applies to you but I know at times it applies to me. I just don’t want to miss our mark by being really close to one another but not to those that still do not know what following Jesus is all about.
The other thing is that I think we can spend lots of time together and still not be real or caring with one another. I just wanna make sure that those around me know that I’m glad they are around and I want to be there for them. I know several people right now that are going through some stuff and so I think its important to not just ignore that.
I just wanna try as hard as I can to be a real Christ follower. That’s all.
Add comment September 28, 2008
kristanreeve
So sad
For the past few days, Nolan has been especially difficult to get to sleep. He is sleepy but he stands in his crib and sobs, cries, screams, gasps. It sounds like he is about to make himself sick. That is what he is doing right now. It makes me so sad. Why won’t he just go to sleep? He is so tired. I can’t do anything for him. I have tried nursing him, rocking him, cuddling him. No help. And it doesn’t help that he doesn’t have a soothing method like most kids (i.e. passie, blankie, etc). I wish he did. Life would not be so sad right at this moment. I just sit here and think about how he is thinking that I don’t love him and that I don’t want to come and help him. It’s so rough to be a baby. And a mommy at times.
1 comment April 1, 2008
kristanreeve
To Give Him Praise
I sat in church today and was in awe of how good God is and how much He has done for us! I thought about how to give Him praise for it all and the best I could do is to attempt to blog it.
He called us to this. He has confirmed it many times. I love thinking about Christina and Mladen’s pastor praying over the streets of Reedy Fork, asking God to raise up a pastor and church. That is the best image He could have given us to affirm our calling.
He brought us all together. Christina and Mladen just happening to move here and letting us borrow all of there Friends DVDs. Jason making a leap of faith to join our vision. The Chauncey’s not giving up on their hearts for church planting. God instilling a passion for this neighborhood and to see Him work in every one of you. We all have our special stories of what He did to get us here.
He has blessed us with relationships. I think of all the people in Reedy Fork that we have come into community with. Sandi, Brian, Rebecca, Blayne, Kerrie, Maci, Lou, Jessica, Charlie, Denise, Jay, Julie, Karen, Marvin. Lives that He has a plan for. That He wants to come alive.
He gave us Morrisette. It is great. I am loving how it is coming along. It is us. And they have been so willing to work with us.
He has brought Jason, Will and the Chaunceys here literally. Many of you are working to get here as well. Can’t wait for Him to make it happen!
He has provided financially.
We have arrived to March 2, 2008. He has gotten us here. Its amazing and unbelievable. And I am so excited.
Jason’s choice of song today was perfect. “Greater things have yet to come. Great things are still to be done in this city.”
2 comments February 25, 2008
kristanreeve
Pumped!!
I am so excited that we are almost to the launch!! I can’t believe this day has actually come. And so fast! God has been so good to us through it all and I completely believe he will continue to be. Even recently he has given us several new contacts. He is so good.
We got the new fliers for “How to Kill Your Neighbor” in the mail yesterday and they look SO GOOD!! Praise God for Lauren Watts and her ability. Also for Mike for his vision and ideas. Anyway, be praying as we pass these out in the next couple of weeks. They HAVE to get people asking what in the world is going on at The Patio.
L:ove you all and so glad to serve with you!!
Add comment February 20, 2008
kristanreeve
V-Day
Valentine’s is great today because I have gotten so much candy and cake and soon will get ice cream! I have saved some of the candy for later. I like it that the hospital makes it a fun day! And its so pretty outside.
Add comment February 14, 2008
kristanreeve
Bummer
well, I found out today that I cannot take the part-time job because it is a nurse position and they can’t change it for an exercise specialist. Bummer. My supervisor said that when we have a low number of patients, I could work less. But the problem with that is that we are getting ready to be down 3 positions in Cardiac Rehab and so unless they hire someone, it will be a long time before we have too much staff!
So I’m sad but I also know all will come with God’s timing. I trust Him. Please continue to pray with us for other possible opportunities. Thanks so much!
Add comment February 6, 2008
kristanreeve
I had so much fun at Morrisette today!
Today was awesome! After church (and during), I just couldn’t stop talking about how great it is to finally have a place that feels like home for us! I am so excited about making it a comfortable environment for everyone. I love doing decorating stuff. I think we are going to be able to make it a great place for worship. Fun!
If you have any more ideas, let me know!
Add comment February 3, 2008
kristanreeve
Blogging and sickness
Yeah, its been a while. I’ve felt bad about that but I’m glad I’m back. I haven’t actually been completely gone, I have continued to read everyone’s blogs.
I got sick last night. Ugh. Funny thing was that it seemed to be the same stomach flu thing I got last year about this time. Although not as bad. I didn’t go to work today. I’m glad to be feeling better this afternoon. Although its hard to not get too close to Nolan. He doesn’t understand. How do you explain to a 7 month old why you can’t hold him as much?
Mike has been sweet though. He has taken care of Nolan and went and bought me soup and crackers. What a good hubby!
Hopefully more blogs to come!
1 comment January 24, 2008
kristanreeve
This week
Thanks to all who prayed me through last week. I am feeling much better this week and I can only contribute it to God’s grace. I’m still hoppin’ busy but not anxious so that’s good. Love you guys and can’t wait for Saturday!
Add comment December 4, 2007
kristanreeve
The Down Side of Thanksgiving
Its Wednesday and after 3 days of being back to work and having loads to do after work, I am beginning to think it would have been better if I hadn’t had a Thanksgiving break. Right now I am feeling kinda like I did when I went back to work after maternity leave. Sad and overwhelmed. I miss being with my family during the day and when I get home there is a list of things I need to take care of. You should see the house right now. It looks like our Christmas boxes had a catastrophic fall from the attic and their guts are spilled all over the living room.
I am trying to pray and thank God for all of His blessings. There is so much to be thankful for. Please pray with me because my mentality needs to change alot. Thanks so much and I look forward to Thurs night and seeing some of you!
1 comment November 28, 2007
kristanreeve
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