The calm after the storm

The week in New Jersey was intense to say the least. It was a blessing to catch up with, run into, and visit many of you while I was back. However, the shortness of the visit only intensified the schedule, which made for an whirlwind of a week. The week was truly a blur as I began early in the morning and crashed late. Nevertheless, there were great moments that were enjoyed. Some highlights of the week were attending the Ocean City Bible Conference, sharing meals/coffee/laughs with family and friends, visiting supporting churches, and attending my 10-year high school reunion. Needless to say, when I arrived back home in Buff Bay, I was in desperate need of a vacation! So, that is what Kirsten and I did.

We were able to get an incredibly low rate on a sweet all-inclusive resort about two and a half hours away from Buff Bay. We enjoyed great weather and all-you-can-eat (American) food! So we did what we set out to do on our vacation - NOTHING. We lounged around, read good books, ate good food that we didn't have to cook, watched Mythbusters and Jeopardy (a treat since we do not have a TV), practiced the art of the flying trapeze, all while decompressing and recharging our batteries after a very busy 10 months.


We are ready for the fall to fall! Pray for us as we reengage in ministry. We are excited about what God is doing and will do in the upcoming year!

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One Big Thing

Well, I have been enjoying the beautiful September sun and breeze of Ocean City while attending the Ocean City Bible Conference. The sun and the breeze would be more refreshing if Kirsten was with me too, but she is pressing on in Buff Bay with piano lessons, music classes, Bible study, etc.

I have one thought that has been pressing on my heart throughout the conference. It comes from a song we sang yesterday:

Hallelujah! All I have is Christ! Hallelujah! Jesus is my life!

This is what God-Centeredness looks like. That we may know Jesus Christ in this way!

Cookout, Conference, Coolin'

The past week was a calm one. We enjoyed a nice day Saturday at the river with the Youth Fellowship (PICTURES HERE!!!). We cooked out, swam, played volleyball, and soaked in some sun. In addition, we welcomed Pastor Allen back from his much deserved vacation. He was able to take a couple of weeks off in Canada visiting family and friends. The circuit of churches is very excited to have him back and so are we. We hope that having us here allowed him some greater freedom to relax.

He is not staying long in Buff Bay, however, because he and I are heading up to New Jersey for about a week this coming Saturday. Our home church (Ocean City Baptist) is hosting the 2nd annual Ocean City Bible Conference (click here for the conference site). Pastor Allen will be preaching Sunday, September 12th at Ocean City Baptist Church (at 10:45 am), which will serve as the pre-conference kick-off service. OCBC has very graciously offered to bring me up with Pastor Allen to attend the conference. I am looking forward to the conference, largely because many of you will be attending! Several of our supporting churches will also be in attendance, so it will be great to connect and update them in person as to what God is doing in Buff Bay. In addition to attending the conference, I will be trying to connect with other supporters, family, friends, and also attend my 10-year high school reunion. Before heading back early Monday morning, I will be preaching at OCBC's Sunday night service on September 19th at 6:00 pm.

It will be a busy week but, I trust, a good one. I am flying solo, however. Kirsten is going to stay in Buff Bay because many of the ministries she does are just starting back up as school just started on Monday. When I return, we will be taking a couple of days off, so we are trying to miss as little ministry time as possible. Please pray for Pastor Allen and myself as we travel. Also, pray for Kirsten as she continues here alone during that time. Lastly, pray that the conference will be a success. Pray that the attendees are encouraged, challenged, and equipped to shine brighter for Christ and His Kingdom!

Hot off the presses!

We hope you enjoy staying updated with our ministry. Below is our newest newletter, enjoy!

Summer 2010Newsletter