Yeah.

So I think that's what Jesus was talking about when he said, upon this rock, I will build my church.

I'm hoping so.

Anyhow, and then, so that's this year.

Next year is the official launch of the School of Ministry, and we're going to narrow our focus a little bit to students that feel a call to full-time ministry or people that want to remain in their vocation but they just want to go deeper with their ministry training.

And so next year, the School of Ministry will offer six courses.

It will be onsite by application only.

Well, what if I'm a

You can be seated.

Well, good evening, Church of the City.

It's great to be with you tonight, and it's an honor to preach for the first time at my new home church.

[audience cheering] Yeah.

And, uh, Wanda and I have, uh, been part of the Church of the City, uh, at a distance for a long time, but, uh, up close and personal just since January.

And I just wanna thank you for how you have welcomed us so warmly.

Uh, it's been a great joy.

[laughs]