Today was a learning day, at least for me. At breakfast prep, we were fixing fruit, eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, gravy, oatmeal and grits. Linda had to go to the grocery, and everyone else was busy, so I offered to make grits, even though I don't cook grits. I can read the instructions on the side of the bag, right? When I said that I wasn't experienced with grits, I got lots of instructions. Unfortunately, some were contradictory, like keep the water boiling/turn the heat down; stir constantly/stir occasionally; lid off/lid partly on - you get the picture. But God must like grits (and me), because it turned out fine. Thanks, Lord.
Today's temperature hit 91 by midday, and it was very hot in the sanctuary. We went through about 6 cases of water, four bags of ice to cool down the water, and several gallons of gatorade.
The ductwork is coming along, as are preparations for A/C. Ohio has some interesting code regulations. Overhead drywall cannot be attached directly onto studs, so metal stips must be installed to hold the drywall. Sheetrock can be used for exterior walls and vinyl siding is attached to it - fire code. Since the building is attached to an adjacent older building, plywood can't be used. It's pretty labor intensive, but has to be done. Tomorrow is inspection for framing and rough electrical, which must be completed before drywall can be installed.
The roof is finished - hurrah! Bill Smith, Ben Hart, and Tim Barry even completed a gable vent that not even the contractor onsite could figure out! Way to go, guys.
God also provided when one of the ladies from Peachtree City (GA) BC took a spill, but she didn't sustain any serious injuries. With three lulls going at one time in the sanctuary to do ductwork, I definitely look up a lot when I go in!
Today John Chafin was our guest chef, grilling hamburgers and hot dogs for lunch. Ally Faircloth and Brittany Allen (Patsy's and Susie's granddaughters, respectively) helped lead the group in the hand movements for "I'm Bein' Built Up" after lunch.
Wesley Head and Paula Link are also making progress at their job site. They got the basement painted and the upstair floor stained. They had hoped to apply polyurethane today, but the stain wasn't dry. They've made other small reapirs to the house that provides an income to a church member as a rental property.
Only a day and a half left, but progess has been made. This church has come a ways since it was started from 2 familes in 1956. From meeting in homes, the church has grown to 300 members, and this new facility will provide opportunities for even more growth. It's a privilege to be a part of their vision - and God's!
Thanks to Susie Bell for the pictures posted today.
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