Posted in Events, P. Mat's Blog on July 13, 2011
Hey Guys! I’m excited to announce next Sunday, July 24, comedian Jonnie Wethington will be joining us in The Gathering! Not only is he hilarious, but he’s also a college pastor in Tennessee. So you’ll laugh, but you will also be challenged with the word of God. I hope you can make it, I hope you can bring a friend… it’s going to be awesome!
Posted in Events, P. Mat's Blog on July 13, 2011
Don’t forget guys, next Tuesday night, July 19, we are meeting at Airheads in Tampa at 7 PM. The cost is $10 at the door. Make sure you fill out the waiver this Sunday at The Gathering and leave it with me. If you need a ride, meet at the church at 6:30 PM. Contact me and let me know if you need a ride, 727.504.0888. Thanks! PM
Posted in Ireland, P. Mat's Blog, Updates on July 6, 2011
Our Team
All I can say is… WOW! God is so good. My wife said it best, “This was the best trip I’ve been on…” Our trip to Ireland this year really was amazing. God used each of our team members in very simple, but profound ways. We were all extremely blessed to be a part of what God is doing in Ireland. Such a strong presence, sincere love, and a hunger amongst the body of Christ.
Pastor James did an amazing job running the pre-teen services each night, Ben and Christian did phenomenal helping with the sports camp and pre-teens each day and night. Viet, oh my Viet (Zen)! How that man has grown in the Lord! It blessed me tremendously to see his spiritual growth, his zeal, his knowledge of the word of God and his leadership. He has grown so much and God is still doing an amazing work in his life! Jen and I were used in unexpected ways as we were able to share not only our testimony, but also God’s heart for purity amongst his children. From those talks we were able to minister one on one with lots of individuals. We walked alway from this trip with not only a hope, but with the evidence that our ministry made a difference. Jen also had an impromptu opportunity to speak and she did an amazing job. It was so incredible having the opportunity to minister along side my wife!
It was a real blessing reconnecting with our Irish friends from last year and building some new relationships that hopefully will continue to grow as the years go by. Jen and I were so excited to sit under the ministry of Gary Wilkerson, Nick Cassidy, and Carter Conlon. Three men of God who have walked it out and speak with an authenticity and from a place of prayer. It was so refreshing. And of course, my time, although short, with Pastor John Bailey was just what I needed. He has no idea what he means to me, and to countless others, but I cherish the time we had. Got to play a bit of soccer with the lads. Although our team didn’t advance, we held our own and under different circumstances things may have been different… we’ll just leave it at that! Ireland will be in my prayers and I simply cannot wait to see all that God has for that island!! See you all next year! P. Mat
Posted in Ireland, P. Mat's Blog on June 24, 2011
Hey guys! Here’s our first Ireland update… it’s brief because other than travel and meet we haven’t got to the fun stuff yet… keep praying and we’ll keep you all informed with what’s happening! God Bless! PM
Posted in P. Mat's Blog, Updates on June 17, 2011
This Sunday night is going to be great! We are welcoming the 2011 High School grades, and a few of them will be teaming up with our worship band so that will be a great experience. We also have a special message entitled “Death to Self.” Trust me, you don’t want to miss it!
Posted in Events, P. Mat's Blog on June 10, 2011
The Upper Room Experience is not about recreating Pentecost. It’s about striving to reproduce the fallout of Pentecost in our own lives. 3000 people were saved, a community of believers came together with such unity that not one person among them went without. A world was literally changed and turned upside down. It’s a lot to ask, but that’s my prayer for this Sunday. That our lives our so radically touched and changed that we cannot do anything other than change our world for Christ! I hope to see you Sunday night at The Gathering…
Posted in Ireland, P. Mat's Blog on June 7, 2011
Hey guys… just wanted to give a quick update on our upcoming trip to Ireland. We had our Chick-Fil-A fundraiser night and it was a huge success. Thanks to everyone who joined us and made it possible. Still waiting on our total (I guess that’s a good thing?), we should know something real soon.
We also have Parent’s Night Out on June 17, with all the proceeds going toward our trip. You can click here to register online.
Oh yeah, one more amazing announcement: Pastor James Kennison is coming with us! It’s last minute, but it’s totally a God addition! Jen and I went to lunch with him to pick his brain for ideas because of all the kids stuff we’re doing and eventually he was just like, “Why don’t I just go with you?” To which I replied, “THAT WOULD BE AWESOME!” So, short story short, he’s going. Not only that, but he was able to find flights similar to ours, so, even though we’re flying separate, he still ends up at the same airport as us around the same time so it makes it easier for our Ireland mates to collect us and drop us off! That sound like a small thing, but it’s really huge.
So, please continue to pray for us as we make our final preparations! Pray that all the small things that often get overlooked are taken car of and pray for unity and anointing on our team to accomplish all that God has for us to do! Thank you Suncoast family and God bless! PM
Posted in P. Mat's Blog, Sunday Night Recap on June 6, 2011
Hey guys! Amazing night last night! God is doing something wonderful in our weekly young adult services… greater things are yet to come! next Sunday night is going to be amazing as we all partake in the Upper Room Experience! You will be blessed!
Posted in P. Mat's Blog, Updates on June 2, 2011
The Prophetic Voice: When Our Generation Demands An Answer
We live in a chaotic world, amongst a generation that demands an answer. There are wars, global famine, global medical epidemics, social injustices that are so large they seem impossible to overcome, and natural disasters are literally tearing nations to shreds – this world is in chaos and our generation is caught right in the middle of it all and they want to know what in the world is going on!
As the church, we have the answer! But, are we going to respond like Daniel who spoke with a prophetic voice, or, are we going to respond like the wise men who stood around waiting to die. Sunday we’re going to look at Daniel’s life and examine for ourselves how we can stand up, take responsibility and speak with a prophetic voice when life demands an answer!
Posted in Sunday Night Recap on May 31, 2011
Hey guys! Here’s Sunday’s recap video. Next Sunday we’re talking about Daniel and how to have a prophetic voice in this generation… see ya soon!
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