Being a pastor's kid and now a pastor's wife I have come to realize my life is not my own. It is lead by the Lord's work. It has come to be time for us to leave our home, our church, our city for a new place. We have loved our time here in Salem and at our church Court Street Christian. I will always feel a deep connection here with the people we have met. It will be very difficult saying goodbye. Brian and I feel we have been called to go to Pleasanton, CA to be worship pastors for Centerpointe Pres. Church. It has been a long journey taking almost a year, but we believe full heartedly that this is what God wants us to do. Our last Sunday will be this coming Sunday. It will be a celebration of the years we have spent together, but also a sad goodbye to everyone we've loved. In some ways I am looking forward to the celebration of being all together, but at the same time I know I am going to be full of tears. We will move Feb 9th and start at Centerpointe Feb 15th. I think I am still in shock to be honest with you. These next couple of weeks will be crazy, but when I find another moment I will blog in more detail about all that God has done and about our new home. God bless dear friends. I hope to write again soon.

Will be praying for you. Moving is never easy. Congratulations on having the faith to make a change, I am sure God has great plans for you in CA!!

Lara,

You already know how I feel. I will miss you more than you know but am proud of you for your obedience to the calling of the Lord to make this change in your life. You, Brian, and the kids are very special and will be a blessing to Centerpoint! I also have a feeling that your work as a songwriter and singer will develop into something more that will also bless everyone your songs touch. You are so talented.

Looking forward to spending time with the kids Sunday morning and will see you then.

You have my love, respect, and friendship always!

Thank you Mishiira for your encouraging words and prayers. They are much appreciated. = )

Teryl thank you for understanding and supporting us in our decision. I am so looking forward to seeing you this Sunday. i am glad our kids get to spend some time with you. = )

Hi Lara----
It's OKAY!!!!!
It's part of the adventure!!
This will be a big change, and moving with two little ones is really a busy thing! I am sure you will be a blessing to the new Church, and He will honor your obedience. Blessings to you as you say your goodbyes to your friends and to the new hellos you will be saying. More songs to come of this I am sure, and an exciting adventure awaits you.
and now, i don't know, but it seems like there are more singers / studios/ opportunities / in a place like California then in ?ahhh? what was it? Oregon? hmmm......... maybe something to that?............ guess we will have to see...............

Blessings to you in your new home / church! May you have every happiness and all His blessings!!!

Thank you Angela. You are such a wonderful person! It's all in God's hands isn't it. I will have to PM you about sharesong soon. We finally found a house and are planning to move in next weekend. I have been missing my studio. Talk to you again soon.

Lara~