As some of you know I am Pastor Bobby’s Assistant at Harvest and have served at the church for around 8 years now on Staff.
So far this has been a normal Thursday for me. A little scattered, but always enjoyable because tomorrow is my day off. There is not much on my plate with the office, just a short list of things to do in preparation for Sunday. Pastor Bobby is always reminding me when I lose sight of the goal: “Sunday is always coming.” So that is my day's focus on Thursdays.
Normally I try to keep my “to do” list full, as to not leave room for extra requests on Thursdays from 'certain' Pastors ........like,.. “Hey Jennifer, What is on your list for today? Do you think you could do something for me? Maybe make another flyer, call the bank, plan a small party or hey, why don’t you write in my blog?”
Well that is what got put on my list today from PB. Can you believe it!?! And just after I sent out a friendly reminder to our Harvest members that it is Pastor’s Appreciation Month and they should do something nice for our Pastors. I think there may need to be a change to the Administrative Assistants day in April. It needs to be changed to a month long one with gift certificates for spa treatments.
Anyway, I was asked to hijack Pastor Bobby’s blog and write something about myself. Now, I do enjoy writing, but telling people about me is a little daunting. So much pressure, so much to think about, and not much to write!
So, a little about myself. I do work full time at Harvest. The days I work are Sunday – Thursday. Yes, I do consider Sunday a work day. Hence my excitement when Thursday is here. I love my Fridays!
Some questions you may have for me.
“How do you work for Pastor Bobby?” (Yes, many have asked!) The great thing about Pastor Bobby is that although he is always vision casting and moving forward, he also gives time for the rest of us to catch up. The best way that PB and I work together is that he throws out a bunch of thoughts, ideas and tasks he needs done and then he walks away and gives me the time, space and freedom to figure them out and accomplish them. I’ve been allowed to grow in my position as his assistant because he has allowed me the space I need to do my best.
How does Jennifer handle stress?
Good question! I handle stress through www.endless.com! I buy shoes. I know it is ridiculous but I just bought a pair after Pastor Bobby asked me to write this blog. The thought of sharing about me was a bit overwhelming and so I bought some really weird looking shoes and I felt better. Now I’m a typing fool.
Last question
Is it hard being married to a hairstylist? Does your hair always have to be perfect or does he do your hair for you every morning?
Are you serious??
What we really want to know is if jacob won any cool points for the slick compliment? ;)
Love you guys!
Posted by: Fawn | October 20, 2008 at 12:50 PM
Hey, you made history as the most responed to post! PB better watch out! Congrats! Harvest is truly blessed to have you Jennifer!
Posted by: Lisa | October 20, 2008 at 09:42 AM
so is that a pic of the shoes you bought? gotta love next day shipping!
Posted by: Sheryl Braun | October 19, 2008 at 11:15 PM
. . Nope, I don't need to style her hair. . .Why mess with perfection. . .:-)
Posted by: Her Husband | October 19, 2008 at 06:18 PM
You just made my day and made me home sick at the same time. Thanks for the laugh.
Posted by: cory Doerksen | October 17, 2008 at 09:30 PM
You make me smile girl :) Hmmm buying shoes, sounds like you've been hanging around Debbie. Love you Jennifer, you're the bomb!
Posted by: Carolyn Ongalo | October 16, 2008 at 11:16 PM
Such a wonderful little surprise, getting to read from Jennifer's point of view! I'm telling PB you need to hijack his blog more often. : )
Posted by: Leah | October 16, 2008 at 10:07 PM
Oh, Harvest wouldn't be Harvest without Jennifer. Friendly, funny and fantabulously fashionable :-) love you....
Posted by: Rachel Thurmond | October 16, 2008 at 07:56 PM
Hey Jennifer,
I kept Jennifer working late because I needed her to send my mens breakfast announcement out on the phone tree. She is always friendly, always happy! Thanks for all you do!
Posted by: Carolyn | October 16, 2008 at 07:32 PM
see...
now I have this devious little snicker in the receses of my mind as I picture you starting your own blog and pied pipering all of PB's faithful readers to your site daily.
It was a total treat to read from ya girl!
Posted by: Fawn | October 16, 2008 at 06:27 PM
Jennifer, what a great surprise to check Bobby's blog and hear from you! Love & miss you guys!
Posted by: Lara Moore | October 16, 2008 at 05:40 PM
Who are you again? Do I know you?
Posted by: Freddie Thronson | October 16, 2008 at 05:35 PM
And.....does your husband cook you wonderful
meals, because he's going to culinary school?
Posted by: mike & gin | October 16, 2008 at 04:47 PM
That's like people asking me if I get massages all the time. Right...
Posted by: Becca | October 16, 2008 at 03:44 PM
Keep up the good work! You are appreciated by Pastor Bobby & the congregation of Harvest. May the Lord Keep you & Bless you every day when your on the job. Thanks for filling in today. I enjoyed your writings.
Posted by: Dave Bixler | October 16, 2008 at 02:48 PM
You are too much Jennifer.. lol.. :)
Posted by: amanda m | October 16, 2008 at 01:56 PM