Archive | September, 2012

New Hampshire FEW!

A little over a year ago, we could hardly have imagined a Family Encouragement Weekend in New Hampshire. But God does wondrous things! Mr. Schmechel’s conversion to Christ and his family’s enthusiasm to bring the FEW to New Hampshire, with the dedicated support of other families in their area, all came together into reality. And […]

New Hampshire: New Territory!

Welcome to Cardigan Mountain Orchard!

It was our first time in this part of the country! The Lord had now orchestrated the opportunity to reconnect with Dad’s cousin and her and her family in New Hampshire. We had no idea what to expect, and it was such a joy to see them face to face and hear of all that […]

Another Esther Update

Jacqueline gave me a my first tour of the Drake! It took my breath away!

One of my favorite verses this week was “And it shall turn to you for a testimony.”   Luke 21:13  Isn’t that really good? We listened to a outstanding message by David Gibbs last night at staff meeting about asking God to use the struggles of life to transform you more and more into His […]

When you vote, remember:

Four years from now you’ll be happy to have cast your vote based on the candidate’s godly character more than their charisma. Providence has given to our people the choice of their rulers, and it is the duty as well as the privilege and interest of our Christian nation to select and prefer Christians for […]