I can't remember the last time I read fictional book. Over the weekend, on a trip to Memphis, TN, I read William P. Young's "The Shack." It was a quick read and an interesting story. I would recommend it, providing the reader does understand it is fiction.
On my return trip, I read the new book from Pastor Francis Chan called "Crazy Love." Even if you don't read the book, his website is wonderful and the chapter videos are well done and thought provoking.
Have a wonderful week!
Friday, October 31, 2008
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Banning fullback is OK
For those at the homecoming game last Friday...
From DailyBreeze.com
Article Launched: 10/13/2008 11:30:48 PM PDT
From DailyBreeze.com
Article Launched: 10/13/2008 11:30:48 PM PDT
The initial reports on injured Banning fullback Joel Panteau appear positive after a major scare on Friday night, when he was injured on the final play of Banning's 42-7 nonleague loss at Orange Lutheran and was taken by paramedics to a local hospital.
Banning coach Chris Ferragamo said Saturday that an MRI revealed only a pinched nerve in his neck and that Panteau was released from Hoag Memorial Hospital in Newport Beach at around 3 a.m. on Saturday.
"It's a very positive thing," Ferragamo said. "His shoulder is fine and he's recuperating well. They didn't keep him at the hospital overnight. His MRI proved well. It looks like he's going to be OK."
Ferragamo said Panteau will miss at least two weeks, but the coach was thankful the injury was not more serious. Panteau was given the ball on a draw foron the final play of the game. He was brought down by his shoulders, and his head was pulled back in what Ferragamo called a "freaky-type thing."
"I've had players with dislocations on shoulders and fingers. I've had broken legs, but not a serious neck injury," Ferragamo said. "You get players with stingers all the time, but that goes away pretty quick. It's like hitting your crazy bone.
"We do a lot of work on our necks at practice to try and prevent this kind of thing."
Monday, October 13, 2008
Great Movie
My wife and I attended the movie "Fireproof" last Saturday evening. It is a powerful movie with a great message and terrific sound track. In looking on YouTube, I did find the music by one of the contributors, John Waller. The song, "While I'm Waiting" challenges us to be confident in the times we wait on the Lord for His direction.
The words from Isaiah 40:27-31 from "The Message"
"Why would you ever complain, O Jacob,
or, whine, Israel, saying,
"God has lost track of me.
He doesn't care what happens to me"?
Don't you know anything? Haven't you been listening?
God doesn't come and go. God lasts.
He's Creator of all you can see or imagine.
He doesn't get tired out, doesn't pause to catch his breath.
And he knows everything, inside and out.
He energizes those who get tired,
gives fresh strength to dropouts.
For even young people tire and drop out,
young folk in their prime stumble and fall.
But those who wait upon God get fresh strength.
They spread their wings and soar like eagles,
They run and don't get tired,
they walk and don't lag behind."
Have a great week!
The words from Isaiah 40:27-31 from "The Message"
"Why would you ever complain, O Jacob,
or, whine, Israel, saying,
"God has lost track of me.
He doesn't care what happens to me"?
Don't you know anything? Haven't you been listening?
God doesn't come and go. God lasts.
He's Creator of all you can see or imagine.
He doesn't get tired out, doesn't pause to catch his breath.
And he knows everything, inside and out.
He energizes those who get tired,
gives fresh strength to dropouts.
For even young people tire and drop out,
young folk in their prime stumble and fall.
But those who wait upon God get fresh strength.
They spread their wings and soar like eagles,
They run and don't get tired,
they walk and don't lag behind."
Have a great week!
Open House, Tuesday, Oct. 14th @ 6pm
I am looking forward to tomorrow night's Open House. It is always fun to welcome prospective families and students to the campus. My role will be to share our mission and values with those that gather in the Nechita Center.
If you know someone that could benefit from the ministry we provide at Orange Lutheran, please encourage them to attend. If they are unable to attend but would still like information, ask them to call the Admission's office at 714.998.5151, x603.
If you know someone that could benefit from the ministry we provide at Orange Lutheran, please encourage them to attend. If they are unable to attend but would still like information, ask them to call the Admission's office at 714.998.5151, x603.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Gala to Homecoming
What a great week this is as we kick it off with the 6th annual Gala on October 4th. This year's event is completely sold out (500+ attendees) and it will be a spectacular night. We conclude a busy homecoming week with the game and dance next Friday and Saturday. The first six weeks of school have flown by, and God's presence has been felt in mighty ways.
Just when we think we are settling in on this year, our focus expands to next year with our Open House, scheduled for Tuesday, October 14th. We will be doing some advertising on "The Fish - 95.9FM" during the next week to encourage families to come and see what Orange Lutheran is all about.
Just when we think we are settling in on this year, our focus expands to next year with our Open House, scheduled for Tuesday, October 14th. We will be doing some advertising on "The Fish - 95.9FM" during the next week to encourage families to come and see what Orange Lutheran is all about.