Very Encouraged!

I just thought I would update you on all that has been happening...  First we have thoroughly enjoyed visiting our churches.  God is blessing each one in very special ways.  We are encouraged to see them all growing and excited about reaching their communities around them.

We have been extremely busy with the girls school activities.  It is hard to believe that we are in the last stretch.  We have stayed busy attending volleyball and basketball games for both Nicole and Natalie.  It was a real thrill to see Faith Christian live out the gospel on the court.  I had the privilege of helping coach Nicole's 5th and 6th grade team. We have also enjoyed listening to the school choirs and the musical that the high school put on.  Natalie had a small part in it.  Both girls have excelled in the classroom as well.  We thank God for the opportunity our children have had to attend christian schools during our furlough years.

We have especially enjoyed getting to spend a lot of time with our son this furlough.  He is finishing up his second year of seminary.  He is learning so much that will help prepare him for full time ministry.  He is still leaning towards missions.  Our oldest daughter Natalie, is excited to begin a new chapter of life.  She will be attending Purdue and studying linguistics and foreign languages.  She will live with my parents and attend Faith Church.  With this in mind, you all can come down and celebrate Natalie's graduation with us. We will have an Open House following the graduation ceremony on May 26th. (3904 Pasadena Dr., Lafayette, IN)

Health update:  My shoulder has done unbelievably much better!  We are praising God for this!  I have seen great improvement over the past couple of weeks.  I would say that my shoulder is probably at 80%!  There is still a little rotation that I still haven't regained.

Thank you for your continued prayers!