Welcome!

Welcome to my first blog. Frequently I will offer some of my own musings, thoughts, insights and perspectives about BrookLink, ministry, life and the world.

Some of you have asked me about the name BrookLink. Why BrookLink? Partially, “Brook” is a reference to the “Brook” churches in Milwaukee. However, there’s another reason why we chose the name “Brook.” A brook is a small stream usually not so large as a river. But it is also a stream that is preparing to burst forth. For the past 15-20 years I have had the privilege of traveling to various foreign countries to minister to national church leaders and pastors. Additionally, Terry and I have hosted a ‘steady stream’ of these wonderful servants of Christ in our home. These relationships we’ve enjoyed over many years are a source of deep and abiding joy. The metaphor of a “brook” seemed an appropriate one because it suggests the idea of flowing. Our lives have been blessed immeasurably by the steady flow of these relationships. And just as these relational gifts flourish and flow into us, so they must flow on from us as well. Hence the word “Link.” Our desire is to now link arms with these dear friends and continue to make an impact not only in the local communities they represent, but all across the world.

If you wish to learn more about BrookLink, please visit our website at www.brooklink.org

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originally posted on my old blog on November 28, 2008