That’s a question I get asked a lot. And for good reason. I’m not from there, Elaine is not from there. So why in the world would we take such a big step of faith, pack up everything we own, move our family, and start a church in Houston? While it may have been easier to stay where we know people, where we grew up or where we’ve been serving in full-time ministry the past 7 years, we have been sent out full of faith in obedience to the call God has placed on our lives.

We’ve discovered that Houston is a beautiful city filled with amazing people, beautiful scenery, rich history, art, diversity, and culture. I also know there are people who are lost, lonely, hopeless, hurting, empty,and lacking purpose.

My heart breaks for these people. I believe with all my heart that the local church is the hope of the world. I believe that the presence of a life-giving local church can bring purpose, hope, wholeness, and restoration. I am filled with confident expectation that God can use a group of people to see it be in Houston as it is in heaven.