CF Homestead: Home Sweet Home

CF Homestead got some God-sized news today! We have a home in Homestead. I haven't blogged on it, so let me catch you up.

After CF had already planted and started CF Homestead, we were told that the Miami Baptist Association owned some property in Homestead that was donated for the purpose of starting a church. And oh, the property is worth almost $6million. (The property is right next to the new BJ Wholesale Club). The MBA is literally looking to give the property to someone to start a church in Homestead.

MBA, meet Christ Fellowship. CF, meet Miami Baptist Association. After a bunch of meetings, prayer, fasting, and three unanimous votes (does that ever happen in Baptist politics?) WE GOT THE PROPERTY! I repeat, we were given 4.8 acres of prime Homestead real estate so that we can build a building.

Really, how awesome is that!

We're speculating that we are looking at a 600 person worship venue, with appropriate children and youth worship venues included. However, we now have to raise funds for the new building project, and I've been told that this project will take 2-3 years.

So, until 2010 comes around, we'll still be setting up and tearing down in a school every week at the Charter School.

God, thank you for entrusting us with this incredible gift. Give us the opportunity to impact Homestead and surrounding areas with the message of Your Saving Grace. We are not worthy to receive this, but may we use this to bring glory to You.

Comments

[travis johnson]

Dude...incredibly awesome!

[Matt Mehaffey]

Great news, Jeff! That is exciting stuff!

[Chuck]

Saturday. I'm bringing a shovel.