Well I told myself that I would work on creating the Church Networking Institute until it got started or until I could no longer run with it. After a couple meetings last week I have come to the conclusion that though the pursuit is something I am passionate about, I cannot, in its current form push for CNI any longer. The efforts necessary to begin CNI are too extensive to volunteer for while I am in the middle of a degree, working full-time and laying the foundation for my new marriage.
I have no regrets as all I lost was a bit of time and a few bucks in coffee. I learned a great deal through this process. I learned a lot about setting up a non-profit and a good deal of what a non-profit needs to have in place in order to receive grants. I learned about the state of the Church, sad as it is and where things can be improved upon. I am very grateful for the opportunity and all my support.
I gained even greater respect for my church Foothill Community Church and am so blessed that Pastor Dale told me to "sick 'em" in my pursuit. Translation: Go for it. Foothill is a wonderfully open church allowing people to push for their dreams and ministry.
I also am grateful for all the work that Mindful Mission did to help CNI with a logo and website. I would totally recommend the founder to do your work and possibly a very creative business partner he may have in the future. Thanks Mindful Mission.
So, for now, I will bench CNI. If somebody with the big-bucks wants to give it a Rudy-like shot, then I'm open to the idea, but I am unable as of now to put in unbillable hours to see it to fruition. Maybe someday I will be able to incorporate it into what I'm doing on the field.
Thanks for your prayers and support regarding CNI>
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