it's go time

let me just say, three thousand presbys in one place can be a little overwhelming.

san jose has been taken over, invaded even. there are color coded name tags that tell you how important someone is... brown for observers (and our name tags are not as nice) at the bottom of the pecking order, exhibitors, youth advisory delegates, theological student advisory delegates, seminary staff, general assembly staff, and commissioners (at the top of the pecking order). even i have run into people i know from other parts of the country and i didn't think i new very many presbyterians.

the vibe, the buzz around the moderator campaign is truly very energizing. the kinds of discussions that we being had about the future of the church--in a hopeful, positive and engaging way--encourage me. there is no way to know how it will turn out until the vote, but all our t-shirts have been given away, and our booth is constantly full.

i have met so many interesting and fabulous pastors, many of bruce's friends and colleagues who are spending time in the booth as well, and am excited to know that this very cool group of folks may some day be my colleagues.

there is hope!!!

ps--this is my 99th post... my 100th will likely be a response to how the moderator election turns out...