Speaking of old friends. . .

Every so often we cross paths with people that, under normal circumstances, we might never meet. Such is the nature of this group. Six years ago, who knew that a little summer mission trip to Boston would begin a friendship that continues today?
(Back Row - Kim, Aaron, Cody. Front Row - Melissa, Jennifer, Carrie - and not shown, because he lives so far away, Michael)
From different backgrounds and parts of the country, we found ourselves thrust into the sphere of church planting - together, a team. We learned a lot about ourselves, and each other. We learned a little of what to do, and a whole lot of what NOT to do. A few years later and some life lessons learned, we all periodically get together to discuss what's going on with our lives - our dreams, our futures, and our visions. We spend the time catching up on the past and encouraging each other for the future. I would have probably never met any of these people without that mission trip, but my life is better for it. So today, I celebrate unexpected friendships - the ones that you never see coming, but leave a lasting impression!