30 Things I'm Thankful For at Mt Vernon

I write a lot about life and ministry on this blog, but every once in awhile I need to stop and brag on the incredible people I get to walk alongside at Mt Vernon. If you don’t attend Mt Vernon, you may not know all the people I mention. I wish I could mention more, but I stopped at thirty. Here are some things I’m thankful for at Mt Vernon:

1. Trust in the staff to lead the church
2. No church politics
3. People genuinely like each other
4. Newcomers truly feel welcomed by our members
5. Quality worship every week
6. Small town, community feel
7. Forward thinking senior adults
8. Youth volunteers that are intentional about relationships
9. A place where the de-churched feel welcome
10. Brad Lytle pouring his passion into KidZone
11. Flexible hours friendly to staff family
12. A place where out-of-state Air Force can feel at home
13. Wises always seeking out new folks
14. Lynn and Sandy Robinson volunteering week in and week out
15. An awesome band that plays for free
16. Jack Kanemura with a smile on his face
17. Absolutely stellar KidZone
18. Rick Saucer and Jeff Abrams at their door, every Sunday at 8:30 am
19. Safe, secure, and loving DiscoveryZone environment
20. A church culture where everyone volunteers
21. Danny Holman parking cars
22. A staff that loves to laugh together
23. Susie Andrews.
24. An informal atmosphere where we can actually have fun at church
25. Simplified church calendar for families
26. Youth stay involved even when they’re in college
27. I get to preach in jeans
28. My son Zeke absolutely loving KidZone
29. Being able to be a part of Lawanda’s story
30. Mrs. Laney’s biscuits

QUESTION: What are you thankful for about Mt Vernon church?