For those that have been praying with us about our new church building, we…

For those that have been praying with us about our new church building, we…

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For those that have been praying with us about our new church building, we would like to extend a huge “Thank you!” We are so close! God has answered many prayers. Little by little…. and with extensive help from John & Dana Ellison, our church family, Carpenters for Christ, and many others… it is almost…

When a surprise like this arrives at your door, it sure does make your…

When a surprise like this arrives at your door, it sure does make your…

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When a surprise like this arrives at your door, it sure does make your heart rejoice! Thank you, Michael for unexpectedly brightening my day!!! Isn’t it funny how God knows exactly when you need a little “pick-me-up”? And I could sing your praises all day long for being that source of encouragement to me time…

Happy Birthday, Jeb! If I were planning my life all over again, I’d start…

Happy Birthday, Jeb! If I were planning my life all over again, I’d start…

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Happy Birthday, Jeb! If I were planning my life all over again, I’d start sooner and pray harder to have a zillion little boys just like you! Yes, you keep me hopping with your boundless energy! Yes, there’s some advice that has to be given often: “Calm down” or “Share your toys” or “Don’t argue…