my new job!

in case my previous post wasn't obvious enough... we're moving to virginia! 

so excited to share that i will be going on staff with waters edge church in yorktown, va. beginning in january!

this was a huge decision for us. if you know me, or you've been following this blog very long, you know that my family has been on a bit of a rollercoaster ride for the past eight months since we closed catalyst church. but as we look back, there is absolutely no doubt that it was in preparation for this next step. we are so excited about our future at waters edge... and we can't wait to get there!

waters edge is a great church, and, while most everything in virginia will be brand new to us, we'll actually be stepping into something very familiar at waters edge... a portable church (in two locations) following the north point model (foyer, living room, kitchen). we should feel right at home.

i'll have lots of details about my new job and waters edge church in the weeks to come. as for when we will actually move, details are still a little sketchy at this point. we're making another trip up there next week to look around the area again and get more familiar with it. we'll begin making some decisions after that.

the biggest hurdle to jump going forward will be selling our house in greenville. no small task. it went on the market last week and we've already had some showings, which is good. prayers for a quick sale are much appreciated.

here we go! 

Comments

[Steve Murphy]

As one who has been on that same ride for the past year, I SO understand! May God richly bless you as you continue to follow the path unseen... while some on the outside may never understand, stay true to what you know he s calling you to do.

[Casey Ross]

So excited for you and Kristi!! Finding the right fit means so much...personally and professionally. We will pray for the house to sell quickly!

[bg]

jake,
couldnt be more happy for you and your family. love reading your blog, and cant wait to hear more about your journey. praying for an immediate sell on your house!

[Ali]

So you'll be about 2 hours from us. If you ever want to visit the DC area you can always stay with us- we are about 40 minutes away. I'll be praying for y'all!!

[Stuart]

BRING IT! I hear that Waters Edge is a really cool place...I think you're going to really like it!

We can't wait to get you here dude. I'll call you later.

[jay hardwick]

so, so happy for and proud of you guys! it's been a long journey, but finding the right place where God can fully use the best of the gifts He has given you is well worth it. you will do well, no doubt!

our prayers are with you as you prepare, go, and get started.

[brent(inWorship)]

Awesome!

I am really happy for you. It's been amazing to read about your journey to this point. I am excited to see what the future holds for you and your family!

[Rob Shepherd]

Jake, it will be great to have you on the team! When are you coming? Next week?

[Jake Miller]

steve... thanks so much for that encouragement. it means a lot, especially from someone who's been there.

casey... you're so right. thanks for the advice and encouragement along the way to this decision.

brandon... thanks for the prayers, bro. miss seeing you guys... hope ohio is treating you well!

ali... we love d.c.! we'll definitely come visit you guys!

stu... you know, i hear waters edge is a pretty cool place, too. the lead pastor is kind of a dork, though. can't wait to get there, dude!

jay... thanks, man. and it was great seeing you yesterday, too!

brent... i'm glad you've been along for the journey. thanks for all of your encouragement along the way!

rob... thanks! looks like we'll be up there next weekend and into the following week. looking forward to seeing you guys again.

and to all the rest of you who have emailed, called, texted, twittered and sent facebook messages (but never comment!)... i appreciate your encouragement more than you know!