A Visit From Elvyss

No, not that Elvis. My Salvadorian friend Elvyss from NYC. Haven't seen him since I got married in Florida over a year and a half ago. It was funny last night at the Brass to remember how I actually met Elvyss. When I was a pastor at Mosaic we were handing out Krispy Kreme donuts to people on the street on their way to work. Elvyss grabbed a donut and one of our Mosaic cards and out of guilt that he had taken a donut from us felt obligated to come to a Sunday service just once. Not exactly what we were going for as far as motivation but he was there nonetheless. After which he was a part of my small group for a long time, and then part of the theology pub I started in the East Village which met for about a year I believe. We talked about all kinds of things but one of the best things we did I believe was to go through Mark Driscoll's book "The Radical Reformission." I think that prompted the best discussions.

In any case, Elvyss and his girl Kristen are thinking of moving here next July to have some more space and pay less rent. I hope I sold you on the city Elvyss and I hope you enjoyed the Evergreen Community as well. We could use some diversity! Especially of the Latino flair!

Plus, last night at the Brass I had never yet seen anyone threaten to stab Bob. That was a Brass first! Nice work Elvyss, you made history.

Other than that, the other favorite moment was at the Wunderland nickel arcade where we played Buck Hunter Pro and had a battle to the death in Ski Ball. Nice having you around man.