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It’s been over a year since we made the decision as a family to be a part of a church plant called the Movement in Jack London Square, Oakland.  In fact, it was a week after I shot THIS Oakland wedding in Jack London Square that I found out where it would be!  Many of you know that my husband Josh is a pastor in our current church here in San Mateo called the Bridge.  We have served there for 8 years and are sad to say goodbye, however, excited about starting a new journey as well.  We did not tell people about this new adventure until this past January because it seemed just too far off to have details into how it would all play out… but now we do.

When I say “we” I mean a team of families partnering together to move to Oakland and work our tails off!  Our fearless, faith filled leader Ed Paz and his awesome wife and dear friend Rebekah are our counterparts.  We have been meeting monthly to pray and discuss church planting strategies.

We just had our first vision night called “Glimpse” to share our story, discuss what we’re up to, and how people can partner with us in different capacities.  

Another great opportunity we had was to share the vision with other church pastors and leaders from across the country who came to the bay area to see how they could get on board to support church plants. 

One of the most exciting days for Josh and I has been taking our three little ones to see their new home in Redwood Heights in Oakland.  They acted as if it was Disneyland!!! They had a blast running through the empty house, imagining their new rooms, playing in the back yard, and didn’t want to leave.  As a mommy, it was the best moment thus far.

Look out Oakland here we come!  We are excited to make you our new home!  To my faithful photography followers I will not be far, they should not change anything for me photography wise other than making new friends on the other side of the bay.  If anyone is interested in what we’re up to or would like more info go to www.themovement.us.  Also on March 29th, tentatively, we will be holding another vision night on the peninsula for all interested in hearing our hearts for Oakland. Please check the website or the Facebook fan page!!!

I just want to add that we absolutely LOVE San Mateo.  We have had all three of our children here, we know some of the best people on the planet, have some of the best neighbors, and have a deep sense of gratitude for all the joy we have experienced here.  Our hearts are simply expanding to love Oakland. We will be moving March 30th, but this blog will stay right here.