by Sam Rainer | Jan 31, 2007 | Uncategorized
My associate pastor and I both have an affinity for buffets. In order to brainstorm, we need brainfood. So when we have strategy sessions, we like to go to the local Chinese restaurant. The one near our church has more than enough brainfood to satisfy this pastor. As... by Sam Rainer | Jan 26, 2007 | Uncategorized
I didn’t quite know how we would be received. Would people slam the door in our face? Would they even answer the door? The church I was attending was asking the members to go door-to-door around the community inviting others to join us for a new contemporary worship... by Sam Rainer | Jan 24, 2007 | Uncategorized
A couple of weeks before we got married, my wife began to move in some of her items into my townhouse. As we were pulling out of the driveway that day she interrupted our idle chatter, “Oh and I can’t wait to meet your neighbors!” I sat silent. She gave me her... by Sam Rainer | Jan 19, 2007 | Uncategorized
I didn’t quite understand what Herbie was saying. What I thought I heard him say was, “Do ya chase fried chicken?” With a befuddled look I responded, “No…” His pause and stern gaze made me feel uneasy. Obviously my answer was not what he was anticipating. It seemed as... by Sam Rainer | Jan 14, 2007 | Uncategorized
Lachlan is a hip kinda guy. His name sounds cool. He has tattoos. And his wife digs the tattoos. Lachlan has his ear to the ground when it comes to what’s going on in the world and with his neighbors. He loves people and can relate with most anyone. Lachlan also loves... by Sam Rainer | Jan 10, 2007 | Uncategorized
I’m home! Two weeks ago it was simply my house (or more appropriately my townhouse). With my beautiful bride, my new wife Erin, the place is now a home. And I am finding marriage to be such an incredible blessing from the Lord. It has amazed me how natural and...
