Thursday, May 24, 2007

On the Move

The Bridge
Laura and I are happy to announce that the Lord has led us to begin a new church plant project in Asheboro, in partnership with the NC East District and Foster Street Wesleyan Church. We will start out on staff at Foster Street and begin laying the groundwork for a multi-racial, socially conscious church in this Randolph County community.

Many of you may be asking, “Why start another church in Randolph County?” That’s a good question, seeing as how there are more Wesleyan churches in Randolph County than there are Sir Pizza’s. Yet, by some accounts, there remain some 82,000 unchurched people in this county. In addition, there are approximately 3,000 people living below the poverty line in Asheboro alone. There is still much work to be done, and we want to be part of the solution to the spiritual, physical, and social problems present in this city.

We long to recapture John Wesley’s vision of a salvation that touches every aspect of the human condition. It was a vision birthed by our Lord Jesus Christ himself, who was compelled by compassion to consistently act on behalf of “the least.” And so, we call our project “ The Bridge.” By means of this bridge we hope to provide community for the outcast, opportunity for the oppressed, deliverance for the addicted, and grace for the hopeless sinner. We'd love to have you join us in the bridge-building business. Let us know if you want to help, because we need plenty of it.

“Called to be a prophetic witness of personal holiness, racial harmony, and social healing within the community of Asheboro.”

6 comments:

The LeRoys said...

Build it man! We're with you. Much love.

jeremiah said...

We're with you as well - though we may claim West Coast. Cant wait to hear incredible things bro.
"Pastor Josh, last night a friend of mine showed us something on Youtube from when you were in seminary..."

Chris Conrad said...

Hey Josh and Laura, I could not be any more proud of you than I am. I just got your letter in the mail and my heart was filled with anticipation in how the Father is going to use you to plant a life-changing ministry in Randolph County. Please know we are praying for you and believing in you. Keep us posted on how you're doing.

Believing in you,

Chris

P C & O LEADERSHIP TEAM said...

HI There!
How was the move for Josh, Laura and Anna Grace? I miss you Laura
--email me!
Teresa Cordon

Unknown said...

I'm a wesleyan church planter in Milwaukee and a graduate of asbury (2005). I'm also a graduate of campbell just south of sanford. Drop me an email - I know several people from Asheboro.

jason@transformationcity.org

Matt Guthrie said...

Hey Bo,

I reasonate with your every word about your vision. I can't wait to see what God will do thru you guys in Asheboro. Call me anytime you have a question, have a victory, or just need someone to say you're doing the right thing.

Matt