We are almost ready!

Hey folks....we're counting down! Just three nights from now we will be leaving for Chicago to catch the "red eye" to Miami and then on to Guatemala. Tonight we packed up most everything but our personal items into suitcases.... you should've seen it. Really, you should have. But, I forgot I had a camera with me and didn't take a picture of our packing. However,I did get a picture of all the suitcases lined up in the gymnasium after we were done. Then, I accidently deleted that picture from my camera. Hmmmm. And they put me in charge of communications. For what it is worth, I did salvage one picture of a plastic bin of leftovers that we couldn't get into the alloted number of suitcases we are allowed to check onto the airplane. So, here's that picture... :-)

In case you are wondering... we hope to pack the rest of that stuff in our carry-ons before we leave on Thursday night. If anyone is interested in seeing us off on our journey, we are leaving about 9:00 pm on Thursday night. Thank you all for your support, and please keep us and the Guatemalans in your prayers while we are gone. We will keep in touch through this blog. Stay tuned....

To God Be The Glory!!

8 days and counting and we are on our way!!

Well it looks like I am officially added to the roster for our January trip. Funds are being raised. Airfare is purchased. Crafts are ready. Bible story is being put together. Songs are being picked out and taught (Thanks Sarah!) We just need to practice practice parctice. And we are off to serve the people of Guatemala!!

Prayers for Chochi

For those who came to know Chochi from our last mission trip, she could use our prayers. I just heard from Ginny that Chochi fell and hit her head on a rock yesterday. She had to have stiches and her face got pretty banged up. Ginny asks for prayers for quick healing, since Chochi is diabetic and that could cause difficulties.

Don't forget....

We have another breakfast this coming Sunday after church service. Does everyone know what they are supposed to bring? Also we will be having a meeting following cleanup of the breakfast. See you all there!

Missing a meeting

Hi guys,

Sorry, I'll be missing this Tuesday meeting. Luke and I are going on a conference on Confirmation. We want to brainstorm our next year's work with the confirmation class.

Marilyn, I'll be leaving my application form in your box at church.

Also, my passport is currently being processed.

And I'll be happy to take the next month's devotion.

Blessings on the meeting.

Pastor J

Latest Update

Wow, PRAISE BE TO GOD! All is looking well towards our January 2012 mission trip to Guatemala.
UPDATE ON OUR FUNDRAISING: Our first fundraisers have benefited well from the graciousness of our church family and friends. The donations collected from the Lenten spaghetti meal on March 16th totaled $245. Our first Pancake Breakfast held on Sunday, March 20th brought in another $256. The April 3rd Pancake and Egg Casserole brunch brought in $335. (A special thank you to the Girls of Grace for the delicious contributions of egg dishes for the cause!) And, WOW! Our Easter Basket Auction brought us $602! Many of the baskets for the silent auction were donated by members of the congregation, as well as our team members. God bless you all!
TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!!!!
Stay tuned for future “happy meals” and fundraising events.