Last Saturday was “Serving Saturday” at Cross Point. Even with the cold and dreary weather conditions almost 500 men, women and children were spread across greater Nashville to share their time, talent, hearts and their love with hundreds of people in need.
Jett was one of those 500. I have no doubts Jett experienced a day he’ll soon not forget. He and Pete started at Emmaus Church helping with landscaping and renovation projects. They then moved to “tent city” in downtown to help feed the homeless.
These two photos were captured in tent city by one of my absolute favorite photographers. I can’t thank him enough for capturing this moment for me.
I’m so proud of my boys.
I’m so proud of Cross Point.
Feels good to be a proud momma and a proud pastor’s wife.
You can see more photos from Serving Saturday HERE.
Those photos are priceless!
By: Alison on March 5, 2009
at 8:48 am
You should be proud. What an awesome memory for Jett.
These are the life lessons he will never forget.
And should he forget…you’ll have these great pics to remind him!
By: sherri on March 5, 2009
at 9:01 am
sobbing Brandi..I’m wiping the tears. This is so awesome. I’m so proud of your church, your hubs, and your strong son. Lives all the way around are changed.
By: Fran on March 5, 2009
at 9:03 am
Oh, Brandi. Those are beautiful. THIS is what life’s all about. Bless darling you and your darling boys!
By: Marla Taviano on March 5, 2009
at 9:31 am
These are fabulous frame-worthy photos and really show Pete’s servant heart. That gentle protective arm. Father leading Son. It just doesn’t get any better than that! Save these for the graduation montage that will be here before you know it. I can ony imagine how proud you are of Cross Point…and your boys.
By: Candy on March 5, 2009
at 9:32 am
Both of those pictures are just awesome. What a neat thing for Jett to go out and serve alongside Pete. You all are a very special family!!
By: Jenny on March 5, 2009
at 9:41 am
The pictures are AMAZING! How cool that Jett got to serve alongside his daddy.
By: Vanessa on March 5, 2009
at 9:50 am
That’s awesome. I wish more churches would have a service day, or even a project. The pictures are great.
By: sarah on March 5, 2009
at 9:55 am
these are amazing pics!
what a great memory for jett & pete!!
what a true example of what one thing the ‘church’ is about…
serving others!
love god, love people, reach the world!!
as a mom to two boys…i look forward to having some pics like this of my hubby & our boys…
blessings on you brandi!!
By: jenn morris getts on March 5, 2009
at 10:00 am
Beautiful pictures! I am sure that these are photos that will be cherished from years to come….in picture and in memories.
By: Ladybird on March 5, 2009
at 10:47 am
What wonderful photos. They capture so much of the moment.
By: Ann on March 5, 2009
at 10:49 am
Awesome Brandi.
Our church did something like this about 4 months ago and it was amazing… what a day.
I just noticed your subtitle…”married to one and raising….” wow…very true! hahah
By: Joseph on March 5, 2009
at 11:04 am
That first picture is simply amazing!
By: Megan on March 5, 2009
at 11:07 am
That was such an amazing day of serving
I’m glad Lee could capture some pics for you to see of your guys!! It was so awesome to see them out there together.
By: Traci on March 5, 2009
at 11:26 am
Love, love, love these.
By: Kathy on March 5, 2009
at 12:33 pm
Those photos def need to be framed.
How blessed you are, Brandi…..truly blessed.
(not that you didn’t already know)
You children are so lucky to be taught through actions and not only words….
this is one of my favorite lines:
Life is the school….love is the lesson
peace~
*~Michelle~*
By: Michelle on March 5, 2009
at 12:40 pm
That is just so wonderful. And what a great experience for Jett…..to experience helping those who are underpriviledged. No doubt he will remember this experience and the time with his dad too.
By: Tiffany on March 5, 2009
at 1:37 pm
I looked at the other photos and was touched by these other men. My father was once homeless (now he is living a normal life), and to just know that he could still be in that situation just breaks my heart. Sometimes it is easy to dismiss the “unfortunate people” by just thinking that we are fortunate. These are people with real hearts and hurt like we all do. God loves them as much as he loves us. Thanks for this great post.
By: Jennifer on March 5, 2009
at 1:44 pm
That is so awesome! Truly something that Jett and Pete will remember forever.
Our church is participating in Shine ‘09 here in Jackson, MS. I have debated back and forth whether or not to take my 10 year old… he made a decision on his own, he’s going. And he said, he’s going because God told him to!
By: Paula Travis on March 5, 2009
at 1:44 pm
The photos are amazing. So glad someone was there to capture the moments.
By: lindseyreadenobles on March 5, 2009
at 1:58 pm
Beautiful pics. Thanks for sharing!!!
By: Kathryn on March 5, 2009
at 2:28 pm
wow. i love it when a good photo says so much.
By: gitz on March 5, 2009
at 2:40 pm
Beautiful.
By: Natalie @ I AM (not) on March 5, 2009
at 4:36 pm
This is great. If only we would all suck it up (and I speak to myself on this one) and do this not just as a ‘one-off’…I love the idea of these serving saturdays, and it’s something MBC have been looking at – actually cancelling the normal ’sunday services’ once a month so we can all go serve our city.
By: brunettekoala on March 5, 2009
at 5:35 pm
Can I also say how much I commend you guys for including Jett in this? I reckon a lot of parents would have not let their kids come with them for fears of their safety or whatever – which is understandable. But as you say, I’m sure this is something Jett is not going to forget, and you’re teaching him so much about how Jesus lived his life and challenged us to live ours.
By: brunettekoala on March 5, 2009
at 5:38 pm
Amazing!!
By: Kara Prater on March 5, 2009
at 5:45 pm
great pictures! i cant wait to help at the next saturday event!
By: sarah on March 5, 2009
at 7:27 pm
Those photos wonderful and you have every reason to be a proud momma and pastor’s wife!
By: Julie on March 5, 2009
at 9:47 pm
Wow!! You’re married to a rock star!
By: Keri on March 6, 2009
at 12:06 am
those are amazing pictures – good job momma!
By: danielle on March 6, 2009
at 1:05 am
The first photo is nothing short of profound. Pete’s expression, and his stance could be the begining of an entire book.
By: Robin on March 6, 2009
at 6:49 am
These moments are so very important to our children. They need to see what is going on around the world and in our own backyards!
By: Michele Helms on March 6, 2009
at 8:49 am
What wonderful pictures, Brandi!!
We love taking our kids on mission trips and places where they can realize just how great we have it.
By: Debbie on March 6, 2009
at 10:41 am
Thanks for sharing wonderful pictures from what had to be a great day for your family and for Cross Point. The love shown to those in need makes me so thankful for what He has done for us. I will be praying for those in need that your Church served on Saturday.
Blessings always to you, your family and your Church,
Kaye
Matthew 21:22
By: Kaye on March 6, 2009
at 1:26 pm
What a beautiful timeless momment! You have good reason to be proud!
It looks like you are raising your boys to know how to serve. That is a lesson that will stay with them forever!
By: Theresa on March 7, 2009
at 2:55 pm
This is like the third time I have seen these pictures and it effects me each time I see them.
By: Cyndi on March 7, 2009
at 7:25 pm
back from the D.R. and getting caught up on blogs…LOVE these photos…really amazing and precious for the memory box. i heard it was an amazing day for Cross Point and i hated to miss it.
By: melissa on March 14, 2009
at 12:03 pm
and you very well should be.
By: Rachel Rowell on March 20, 2009
at 7:45 pm
Brandi,
Those pictures are absolutely fabulous and makes me want to come to see you every “Serving Saturday” just to experience this seemingly awesome experience!! I am going to try to come to Nashville and attend one of the many services at Cross Point, so I’ll keep in touch if I can find a day! I love you Brandi!!
Paiger
By: Paige Embry on March 23, 2009
at 1:27 pm