We're hard at work renovating the new storefront location for Well Kids (renovations on our main warehouse Auditorium will begin in mid June).

You can check out some before (and progressing) pictures here.


Wondering how you can be a part of the remodel and renovations of our new location?  Visit work.thewelltallahassee.com to see scheduled work days and to sign up. Come one, come all!

 

(Behind the Scenes is an eWell feature aimed at introducing you to many of those involved at The Well who you might see around, but not know anything about.  Be sure to say hello and introduce yourself to these Well family members when you cross paths!)

Lindsey Hartsfield: A pivotal player on The Well's Finance Team, Lindsey Hartsfield, a 2003 graduate of Chiles High School, serves as The Well's Bookkeeper and manages all of our Accounts Payable activities.

A lifelong Gator fan, Lindsey attended the University of Florida, where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, and earned a degree in Civil Engineering.  She currently works at Moore and Bass Consulting as a Civil Engineer and most recently worked at their Atlanta office before moving back to the Tallahassee branch.  Lindsey is the big sister to three younger brothers who also attend The Well, and most Sundays she can be be found if you look hard enough, hidden away after services helping supervise our collection and contribution recordings. 

Convenient, secure online giving, is available at our website: www.TheWellTallahassee.com.  Just click the Give tab!

Want to help meet specific needs for the new location?  Check out an ongoing list here.

by Andi Ratliff

 
 Rejoice in the Lord always... I rejoice in a lot of things. I rejoice in my husband, my family, and my friends. I rejoice in chocolate chip cookies, I rejoice in a good book, a strong cup of coffee and a new pair of shoes. I rejoice when my favorite team wins a game or when I achieve a personal goal... and sometimes I rejoice in the Lord. This is something I am learning how to do more and more each day.

This verse from Philippians 4:4 is on my wall in my home. I see it every day. I look at it each time I leave my house and yet I still have trouble putting it into practice. Paul doesn't say "you should rejoice in the Lord" or "God is so great that He deserves that you rejoice in what He's done and who He is". While both of these are true, what Paul gives us is a command; and just in case we didn't get it the first time he says it again. 

"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!"

He goes on to say "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God that transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." We aren't simply expected to rejoice in the Lord when we are feeling close to him or enjoying the things He's blessed us with. We have reason and a responsibility to rejoice in him always.

What better chance do we have to be an example of the unfathomable power and love of our Savior than when we truly rejoice in tough times? Some days we are not brave enough or strong enough or patient enough, but we know the one who is and always will be. Some days we are selfish, prideful and far too busy, but in those times God offers us forgiveness and a peace that passes all understanding.

Recently this verse has had a large role in my life. I've found in these few words a great challenge and great reward. Shortly after committing to make it a priority to find and display joy in the Lord, I had an epically bad day at work. I'm sure you've experienced one of these before; the kind where you want to take out your frustration on everyone you can. I sent my husband a text message telling him I was really struggling and asking him to pray for me. In my self-centeredness I expected sympathy and an encouragement that he knew I could do it and things would get better. Instead he sent back "Rejoice in the Lord always, if for no other reason than a bloody cross and an empty tomb."

I pray that this week you and I find joy in our loving Father and perfect Savior regardless of our circumstances and that through our joy we bring Glory to God. 

The Well Classifieds can help you find a roommate, give a dog away, sell a car, etc. With circulation to over 700 people each week, who knows how you might connect! To submit an ad contact Matthew Robinson at matthew@thewelltallahassee.com.

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FOR RENT
UNIT FOR RENT
Only $495 per month for a 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom unit that is super clean.  Check out Cameron and Doug Musil's online flyer at: http://www.postlets.com/rts/2085956

APARTMENT FOR RENT
2 BR, 2-story apartment in a duplex in midtown, very close to downtown. Available June 1. Rent is $800 per month. Call Kenneth Mayo at 850.567.4011 or email Denise Mayo at denisemayo@gmail.com.

HOUSE FOR SALE

ANOTHER APARTMENT FOR RENT
2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, washer/dryer, pool, 1000 sq. feet.  Close to FSU and on bus route (off of High Rd). Available August 1st.  Rent $750.  Call Benjie at 850-509-5021

 

The Well is a church that is committed to connecting with the unchurched community of Tallahassee. It is the desire of the Well to create an atmosphere that is engaging to this generation in the twenty-first century. While the culture of Tallahassee is always changing, we believe that the message of Jesus Christ is as relevant today as it was 2,000 years ago. The Well is a church that will speak an everlasting truth in an ever-changing culture.