Catalyst

So I guess the original plan of this web log has been derailed just a bit for the simple reason that I don't post very often. This soon to change, though! I have had numerous pleas to return to the writing board, so here I am.

Also derailed was my original plan to have this be the update station of my life. It has turned into my creative storyboard where I can outline all the ideas that cross through my mind each day and deserve some creative attention. This entry, though, is dedicated to those who are craving to hear the details of my days here in Atlanta.

Last week I was priviledged to be part of Catalyst, a leadership experience put together by INJOY that I shared with 8,500 people, including a few collegues from Bethel Sem and pastors from Brookfield. A two and a half day event covering topics pertaining to the next generation leader, it was unlike anything I'd ever seen. The Gwinett center was as large as any indoor stadium I've ever been in and was soon filled with the voices of John Maxwell (who I actually MET that night), Andy Stanley, Chuck Colson, Erwin McManus, and John Eldredge (who I did get to ride in an elevator with). :) The way that this "convergence of next generation leaders" was run was ridiculously impressive and made me thankful that I, working at Growing Leaders, am a part of the INJOY family. :) I shook a lot of hands and met a lot of people that just may become better leaders because of the wealth of resources Tim has to offer.

Overall, the 3 day experience took me from 6:00 am laptop drop offs to 9:30 pm worship sessions, and was one of the greatest things I have ever gotten to be a part of because of a job I've had. Life right now is still a bit confusing and a tad unsettled, but every day I am receiving some sort of Divine confirmation that this is where I'm supposed to be...