Quick thoughts...

I'm sitting in the vast atrium of Willow Creek Community Church in the 'burbs of Chicago.  This is one of those places that "does it" for me.  I make an annual trec up here just about every fall for the Group Life Conference, and this year I'm also attending the Reveal Conference immediately preceding GL.  Now, don't get me wrong, I come for the challenge and sharpening of my leadership skills.  I want to know how to do what I do better.  But I will also confess that this trip serves as a "retreat" for me as well.  It's a great opportunity to dream.  A great location to learn.  And a great opportunity to refocus on the call that God has placed on my life.  

Willow gets bad press occasionally, but for me, I am thankful for the enormous positive Kingdom impact that has come from this determined and focused church.