its only just begun

Well last night was the long awaited for induction to the pastorate at West Brom. It was a fantastic day. Not only was it our induction but it was the celebration of 70 years of the churches existence. The people of the church worked really hard to make sure that it all ran smoothly and it really was a celebration (coupled with a really warm welcome [Rachel contribution to this blog]).

Both Rachel and I really appreciated the fact that friends and family had traveled for this occasion, it was so apt that people from the past of the church in West Brom past and present and people from our very recent past were there to celebrate the past but also look forward to the future that is in front of us.

Think the message spoken by John Glass was very timely as the theme of which was make space for grace.

Had our first Sunday service and it was great, such a warm and welcoming atmosphere, this is going to be a great adventure...