The Beginning

The journey has begun! This is my third day in Atlantic City. We met and had orientation yesterday. We checked in, got our orange t-shirts and orange Fuller Center jerseys. I couldn't believe this was actually happening. At times wondering what I got myself into. Other times so excited that I'm actually living this out. It was fun meeting everyone I will be living, fellowshipping, biking, and experiencing this ride and ministry with for the next nine weeks. Crazy. The riders are from all over - from Alaska to Georgia, from Ohio to California, and from Kentucky to Australia. I spent the rest of the night going over orientation, playing games and sharing a meal with this unique group of people. As I looked around at each of them it makes me smile knowing that not only do we all share a passion for biking, we all share a passion of serving. This is truly an amazing ministry.
This morning was an early morning. We had our first group ride at 6:30am. We biked 11.5 miles along the boardwalk in Atlantic City. We were met by the seagulls and few patrons as we enjoyed the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. Tomorrow we will be dipping our tire here as we start our cross country ride.  As we passed people their questions started of who we were and where were we going. Their reactions priceless as they wished us luck. We quickly prepared for our first day of building after the ride. We shuttled to a home in Atlantic City where we would be spending our day. There were about 30 Fuller Center participants there along with Atlantic City Long Term Recovery Group workers. We  spackled dry wall, sanded, painted, hung drywall, and spackled some more. It was hard work but it felt so good! A news crew from New Jersey came and talked so some of the riders. We didn't complete the house but made a lot of progress. I feel so good about this ride. The other riders are great! I love hearing about their life and their stories. Everyone is extremely friendly! This is going to be an amazing ride! Tomorrow we leave Atlantic City and head around 55 miles to our next destination. Hoping to get a good night sleep for our last night in Atlantic City. Prayers for the team, for those who are anxious, and for our safety. So thankful for the Atlantic City Long Term Recovery Group - Volunteer Center for hosting us these last two nights!

Hebrews 3:4