Weekend Events

Yesterday afternoon Virginia and I planned to attend the Deer Valley HS graduation at 5:00. Two of our kids from church were graduating, and one of the families had several extra tickets given to them by another Eastside member. The graduation was held in the football stadium, so a little before 4:30 we put on our sun screen, grabbed a bottle of water and headed out the door. Yesterday was the hottest day of the year... 99 in Antioch, so we were planning on a sweaty evening. When we got to the school every single parking place in both lots was taken, and there were lots of cars (presumably containing family members) futily looking for a place to park. We decided that if there were any spots left they should go to those folks, so we navigated through the traffic and headed home. When we talked to one of the families today, they told us the stadium was packed as well... and it was quite hot. I'm glad we were able to be of service to someone wanting to see their love one graduate.

About 3 weeks back family from the community came by the office to talk about doing a memorial service for the oldest son in the family (early 60s) who had died unexpectedly. That service took place at 11:00 this morning. About 25 or so family and friends gathered as we looked at some Psalms and took time to remember. A service like this is always difficult in one way... because I didn't know the man who died and because he and most of the family are not really "church" people. However, it is a real blessing to be able to be of help to a family in that way. I think at those times we are standing right along side Jesus.

Next Saturday a sister from the Diane Ave congregation is getting married in our building. Lamont, the minister there, is doing the ceremony, but I agreed to be the sound guy. So, this afternoon we had a rehearsal to make sure everyone walked down the aisle on the right song and so forth. It went OK, but what they really need is one of those "drill sergeant" types to run the show in the lobby. I'm sure it will all go well, and the kids in the wedding will be cute no matter what else happens.

Brian and Laura invited us over for dinner this evening... a big family celebration for Amanda's graduation. The food was good, and we got to meet lots of family from both sides. Jarrod and Lauren were there as well, and we all had a good time. Brian and Laura are always "comfortable" to be with... one of those qualities that make them so good with the kids.

Tomorrow... Happy Father's Day to all you dads out there. God bless!!!