Wow. It has been a month since I have written an article for our newsletter. My heart is so full, and there are so many things I would like to say. But, I know that anything I write here will be inadequate to express to you my sincere appreciation for your wonderful and generous gift. Certainly, Janice and I were flabbergasted at the generosity of the love gift you all donated to. We know it was from your heart as an expression of your love for us. For that we are truly grateful. However, you even outdid that by giving to me something even more precious than all of the riches of the world – time. William Penn wrote, “Time is what we want most, and what we use worst.” I’m sure I was not the best steward of the time you gave me, but I did get a lot of little projects accomplished. And, I enjoyed just not being on a schedule and being able to relax my mind. As with anything, personal blessings usually come at someone’s expense. I could have not relaxed without knowing that your welfare was in capable hands. I appreciate so much all of the extra things Brad did to minister and keep things running smoothly. I also want to thank Austin, Nadia and Jennifer. Their already busy load was made busier in my absence.

Again, thank you for loving us and taking care of us. You are the best!

Blessed to be Your Pastor!