Happy Easter!

The Grove had our first Sunday morning worship service today, and the whole event was quite a success. Thanks to everyone who prayed about this gathering! We met at a local park in Waco under the pavilion, which we rented for the occasion. We were all a bit concerned that the cold and rain would be problematic, but thankfully those weather forecasters were wrong and the weather was great. A bit cold and windy, but nothing we couldn't handle. It was encouraging to gather together with our small community. There were 14 people who had never been with us before, and we were really thankful that all of them joined us in a time of worship, praise, and fellowship. We strapped Elizabeth into her stroller so that she couldn't run around, and she stayed bundled up the whole time. That was nice. I was very pleased with the turnout--I think I counted 30. After the service, we ate lunch and had an Easter egg hunt. There were 12 kids who hunted eggs, and Elizabeth had such a great time. I loved seeing the joy on her face as she would find the eggs. So sweet.

Here are some pictures from our day...

Our family (two weeks from Peyton's due date)

Here are some of the girls who were there today: Our neighbor Alta, Lara Jane (co-church planter), Rachel (I met her at Texas Roadhouse), Courtney (neighbor), Sherry (friend we met through Courtney and Dan)
Sweet Elizabeth
She found one!
Here is Elizabeth proudly showing off her Easter basket. She would not let go of this thing after the hunt. And since we got home, we cannot keep her away from the candy and the eggs.

Here are the Coffeys, who are planting this church with us.

Here are some of the kiddos. We couldn't get them all to sit down!

Happy Easter to you and yours!