What fun it was to spend some time at Andrews University which has such a diverse student base and faculty as well. I love this campus! The entry drive has been made so beautiful and this globe and archway sets a nice tone. The Pioneer Memorial Church is so easy to take pictures of and I also loved their Garden of Grace which I had not seen before. That even gives me some ideas for our courtyard in Napa! Due to my primary interview being limited to a phone call due to illness I had time to go over to the Pioneer Church and found Esther Knott, who I have known for many years. Esther is on the pastoral staff at Pioneer in charge of small group ministries. She has a real passion for connecting people with people as well as with Christ through small groups. We had a very insightful conversation and I'm looking forward to some material she has coming out later this year.
As I left Andrews to ride to Davenport, Iowa I could see dark skies waiting for me. My fears were made reality as the rain began and grew in intensity. For more than 150 miles I rode in absolute downpour, but God was with me and the bike handled it all well, but I must confess that it isn't much fun to ride that way. I was thankful for good rain gear as well. Tomorrow should be a bit drier, but Friday and the weekend look pretty gloomy. The good news is that each visit is so worthwhile and each day brings me that much closer to home. I'll meet with a group of pastors in Iowa City tomorrow and then go on to Ames, Iowa, where I pastored my first church.
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