Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Dear Bayshore Family,

Callie and I wanted to take a moment and express to all of you our true appreciation for all you have done for us over the last month. Your hospitality, kindness, open hearts and devotion to God is more than amazing, and we can simply say, thank you. Both of us, as well as Caia-Jolie, felt very welcome and loved from the very first time we met with the various committees and individuals within the church. It is awe-inspiring to watch what God is doing in our lives and at Bayshore Baptist Church. We know with no doubt that God has moved, called, and stepped into our reality to put us together.

I am humbled and excited bythe overwhelming support and gladly accept the call to the position of Minister of Music and Worship. I think some things in life are so obviously enacted by God that all one can do is say, "Yes," then sit back, take it all in and say, "WOW!"

Callie and I are very eager to get back to Tampa and get to work. I think we are going to be simply amazed at what is in store for all of us. I must first finish production of the Passion Play here in California. We look forward to seeing you all again next month.

Again, from our hearts, to the hearts of our new church family, thank you.

We can't wait to come home.

God Bless,

Karl, Callie, and Caia-Jolie Lackey