Philly or Bust!

You all guessed it!  It's Philadelphia or bust for the Leach family!

I don't know if I've ever felt God's leading any clearer in my life than I have during the past few months.  When God shifted the winds in our lives three months ago, we weren't sure where we would end up.  During the following weeks we experienced God's grace in such a dramatic way, guiding us to a city that has quickly gripped our hearts.

Last month I visited Philly for the first time in my life.  For two days I drove the streets, studied neighborhoods, talked with leaders, prayed, and dreamed.  I left with a burden that won't let go, and a sense of destiny.  I honestly feel like God has used the last 31 years of my life to prepare me for this opportunity.

Our dream is simple.  We hope to plant churches, establish a ministry school, serve the city, and inspire transformation in people's lives!  We feel like Philadelphia is a gateway to several East Coast cities.  Would love to see God bless us with something that could be reproduced!

By the way, thanks for playing along this week by figuring out my easy clues!  Carlo Serrano was the winner.  Congrats pastor!  I'll be emailing you for your address and sending you a copy of The 360 Degree Leader by John Maxwell.

Thanks for your interest in our journey.  Would sure appreciate your prayers!  Lots of challenges ahead, but we can't wait to get started!

Comments

[Nate Elarton]

Blessing Brad on your new adventure in ministry! You will be missed.

[Chris]

Yeah! So excited! Praying for you and your family and your team.

[kim]

I am elated! I loved your hometown, and now you can love mine! :)

[Ross McElroy]

Brad:
I have a friend named Jason who went to Philly to help you. He's excited you're coming and thinks he wants to plant churches with you. I'll send you the last facebook note he sent me. Thought you might want to know that God seems to be assembling a team for you already.