Tuesday, August 12
And THIS is why I need a photography class. ????
Y’all… I take way more of these “accidental abstract concrete art” shots than you even realize.
(You just don’t see them because I delete most before they make it to you.) ????
Want to join me in learning how to take photos that actually have a subject in them?
THIS Sunday, August 13, from 12:00–3:00 pm.
Lunch is provided at 12:00 noon ???? — we’ll eat first, then start clicking away.
Just reply to my construction update email and I’ll save you a seat.
Gaga ball is BACK, baby!!! ????
Construction or no construction… our Kids and Student Ministries have officially kicked off their Wednesday night activities again.
Know any kids or students??
Invite them to a Wednesday night!!!
What even is this thing?? ????
It’s been so long since I’ve talked about pipes (because they’re mostly buried now) that I’m forgetting what the colors even mean.
I really hope this is NOT sewage…
because that is NOT the kind of confetti cannon I want going off at the new entrance to our campus. ????????????
I was standing over here all like: Ooooooh!! Aaaaaaaah!!! ????
Just like I do when I watch 4th of July fireworks.
Although… I’m not sure I was supposed to be looking directly at it.
(Maybe I was blinded by the bright light… and that’s why that first photo in this update was so bad??)
Except… I took that photo first. ????
There was this Hallmark birthday card I gave my dad once…
On the front, you were looking at a picture an older married couple from the back.
The man had his foot propped up all casual on a rock, leaning in toward his attentive wife, pointing at something, and explaining with an air of authority:
“And that right over there… that’s called a stickie outie.”
Then you open the card and it says:
Here’s to another year of making stuff up.
Just sayin’, Max. ????
Doth mine eyes deceive me??
Art those… windows I behold?? ????✨
(Translation: Wait… are those windows??)
’Tis true! ’Tis true!
Perchance we shall have sufficient light to readeth our Bibles in yonder new Worship Center! ????
(Translation: Yes! We might actually have enough light to read our Bibles!)
I remember working on this banner when we first started this building project.
The whole history of Trinity Bible Church shows God’s hand in the life of our church. And this morning, walking up to the building, I was reminded… our story still shows His faithfulness.
He keeps drawing new people here so they can hear about JESUS.
He keeps working on each of us from the inside out so we reflect Him more.
Lord, let us always be a light for You in Parker County and beyond.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Wednesday, August 13
Earlier that morning…
When there’s a concrete pump truck, you ALWAYS know something exciting is about to happen!!!! ????????‍♂️
What is it today, you ask, my dear friend???
Well… it’s only THE STAGE!!!!!! ????
(Insert happy dance here.)
(Also prepping my scooter for its first ride down that concrete ramp at the back of the stage!!!) ????????
And what, daresay, is all that rebar doing in that ditch at the back of the Worship Center? ????
I think it’s the beginning of the wall that will hide the RTUs…
(Roof Top A/C Units that will not, in fact, be on top of the roof.)
But I’ll let you know as soon as I know!
Also… what is that black pipe hanging above the outdoor area?? ????
I’ll get back to you with info. Hopefully.
(If I remember to ask.)
Later that afternoon…
The stage looked smooth enough to skate on!!!! ⛸️
Fresh concrete is the best!!!
Of course, when Joel (our fearless Worship Pastor) spotted that fresh concrete out a window… he disappeared immediately.
Pretty sure he was planning to sneak in a handprint.
Or a faceprint. ????
Thursday, August 14
The base for the RTU-hiding wall has been poured!! ????
Which means… when it’s finally up, we could have a puppet show from behind it.
Anyone out there have ventriloquist skills?? I’ll be holding auditions! ????????
Concrete test tube babies!!! ????????‍♂️
Do you remember waaaaaay back when I explained concrete test tube babies??
(I don’t even remember which episode… and it’s probably not even on the website yet because I’m still working on posting past episodes for your leisurely perusal.)
For the newish readers — when they pour concrete, every batch can be a little different. So they take samples in these little cylinders and test them every so often (I think every 7 days or so??) to know when the concrete has cured enough to be load-bearing.
And no, they’re not really called concrete test tube babies — but I like to make stuff up where I can. Like the guy in the Hallmark card. ????
And, since I’m in a bit of a Shakespearean mood for this update… I present to thee a scene from Much Ado About Concrete. ????
This Guy (charged with the noble task of removing forms from yonder stage, now that the concrete hath been poured):
“What strange countenance lies upon this most sacred slab??”
(Translation: “Hey! What is that guy doing??” ????)
That Guy (calling out with great alarm):
“Unhand thy visage from this holy floor, varlet!!!”
(Translation: “Get your face out of the concrete!!!” ????)
This one’s for you, Pastor Joel ???? ????
About These Updates
This is a casual, behind-the-scenes look at the Worship Center construction at Trinity. I’m Krista Gordon, Communications Director, armed with a phone camera and curiosity, a pretty consistent track record of confusing water pipes with electrical things, and an AI buddy who helps turn my construction confusion into comedy.
I may not know much about construction, but here’s one thing I do know: as Pastor Eric often reminds us, “Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.” (Psalm 127:1). Watching this Worship Center rise right outside our offices is a tangible reminder that our true foundation is built on Christ alone.
To Him be all the glory!
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