I was somewhat apprehensive about today because this was the culmination of many peoples dreams and hopes and how they responded to the building was important. I'm pleased to report that many people were thrilled - for many it was an emotive visit and many commented on the quality of workmanship which went into the building.
Building work continues apace.
Before we all went in I got a brief update from Duncan unflappable as ever he commented on minor annoyances such as the inability of the electricity board to arrange to get consent to raise the pavement to wire us up - a minor problem which can quickly be addressed.
The Son truly shone today - Jesus Christ his church moving forwards in Oswaldtwistle the building is simply that - a building. Not a gilded temple, not a Gothic palace, a simple (but well bolted together) building for which the church can do its work. I Hope in time as we settle in that we can adapt to our new building and make full use of it. We haven't been able to build a church that suits everyone but a quick straw count today showed that 95% were completely satisfied and the remainder felt that a number of minor adjustments were needed but I'm sure no one can deny that we have as a church taken bold steps and God has given us just enough money, energy and talent to finish the job.
Long Live the King !
CB
