Stay focused and be alert at all times.
Tolerate suffering. Accomplish the good work of an evangelist, and complete the ministry to which you have been called. 2 Timothy 4:5 (The Voice)
Month: May 2014
Make-A-Wish Convoy ~ Lancaster
We arrived at Burle Industries just before 8:00 a.m. and dusted road dirt off the fenders until Chaplains Jake and Bob arrived to help Cerwin set up the steps. Jane (Chaplain’s Jake’s wife) and I had just finished setting up the interior of the chapel when our first visitor came inside. Our second and third visitors were also clowns ~ our friend […]
His love for us is strong
and his faithfulness is eternal. Praise the Lord! Psalm 117:2 (Good News Translation)
Music For Spring
Fifth and Sixth Grade Band, Orchestra, and Chorus Tuesday, May 6 ~ At Our Local Middle School Welcome by Dr. Richardson Orchestra ~ Director Mrs. Shirk The Lion Sleeps Tonight ~ Bob Cerulli Double Trouble ~ Loreta Fin Star Dancer ~ Mark Williams Caribbean Delight ~ Victor Lopez Jazz Band ~ Director Mr. Eisenreich Tyrannosaurus […]
Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other
so that you can live together whole and healed. The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with. James 5:16 (The Message)
Tulips ~ Oh, So Pretty!
A few weeks ago our tulips were just beginning to open. Within days we had beautiful tulips everywhere.
Don’t let public opinion influence how you live out our glorious, Christ-originated faith.
James 2:1 (The Message)
In Memory of Elijah Seth
Twenty years ago today was one of the saddest days of my life. It was the day we learned that our five-month-old grandson Elijah did not survive the surgery to repair his tiny heart. As we joyfully welcomed Anthony, our first great-grandchild, this weekend, I thought about how the Master Weaver has interwoven the light and dark threads of my life […]
Smiling faces make you happy
and good news makes you feel better. Proverbs 15:30 (Good News Translation)
My Mother’s Day As A Great-Grandma
We took these pictures with my cell phone on Saturday afternoon. I am so excited to announce that Cerwin and I just welcomed our first great-grandchild ~ Anthony Joel. He was born late Saturday morning, May 10… …weighed 7 pounds 7 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. His mama is our granddaughter Abigail. He is so […]
It is impossible to please God without faith.
Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. Hebrews 11:6 (New Living Translation)
Make-A-Wish ~ Gettysburg
Sunday, May 4 Do not confuse these pictures with Make-A-Wish ~ Lancaster ~ which was held today. I will post those pictures later in the week. The convoy of trucks near Gettysburg began promptly at 1:30 p.m. I will only post a few pictures of the trucks to show you a bit of the variety. Coming […]
When you proclaim his truth in everyday speech, you’re letting others in on the truth
so that they can grow and be strong and experience his presence with you. 1 Corinthians 14:3 (The Message)
Make-A-Wish Truck Convoy – Gettysburg
Sunday, May 4 This was our first year to attend York/Gettysburg Make-A-Wish Convoy, and Battlefield Harley-Davidson was our landmark for turning into the parking lot. Jeff ~ our contact person showed Cerwin where he wanted him to park. The other end of the lot was already filling up with trucks. I walked over to the Harley lot for […]
The Lord is waiting to show his mercy to you.
He wants to rise and comfort you. The Lord is the God who does the right thing, so he will bless everyone who waits for his help. Isaiah 30:18 (Easy-to-Read Version)
Touch-A-Truck ~ Newmanstown
We enjoyed our day at the Touch-a-Truck event in Newmanstown on Saturday, May 3. It’s a time when the community comes together to learn about local vehicles and raise funds for the library. After getting the chapel set up, I walked around the lot while Cerwin manned the chapel and enjoyed a cup of coffee. […]
Grace and peace to you many times over
as you deepen in your experience with God and Jesus, our Master. 2 Peter 1:2 (The Message)
May Is A Great Bird-Watching Month In Pennsylvania
Do I see that lady with her camera again? I’ll keep watch, but I think it’s her. I do believe I see the camera. Let me check. I am closer to the window. Yep, it’s her. Keep eating. She will eventually go away. I’m not sure why she enjoys watching us eat. I’ll keep watch. I […]
When we have learned not to give up, it shows we have stood the test.
When we have stood the test, it gives us hope. Romans 5:4 (New Life Version)
Lunch At Oregon Dairy
We enjoyed lunch with Sauder relatives ~ cousins and Cerwin’s mother. Wednesday, April 30 There was lots of talking and laughter as the Sauder cousins met for their quarterly lunch. It was especially nice to have Marian (pink blouse) and her husband as part of the group. They were visiting from Florida. I like this picture which was on the wall […]
Search me, O God, and know my heart
test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life. Psalm 139:23-24 (New Living Translation)
A Rainy Day
It seems strange to post pictures of a cold rainy day on one of the warmest, sunniest days of the year, but that is what came up next in my file of recent pictures. Wet hyacinth Wet goldfinches Male cardinals are beautiful whether wet or dry. I should have sunnier pictures for tomorrow night.
Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex!
It is amazing to think about. Your workmanship is marvelous—and how well I know it. Psalm 139:14 (Living Bible)
TFC Happenings Last Week
Monday, April 28 ~~~ Chapel Repair at Life-Saver Chapel, Elkton, Maryland Thanks, Chaplain Jay for taking these pictures and sending them to me. It was interesting to see Cerwin and Glenn doing the floor repair on the chapel. They had to repair some rotted floor board. ~~~ Tuesday, April 29 Lunch to honor the ladies for Administrative […]
Pray always.
Pray in the Spirit. Pray about everything in every way you know how! And keeping all this in mind, pray on behalf of God’s people. Keep on praying feverishly, and be on the lookout until evil has been stayed. Ephesians 6:18 (The Voice)
Hershey Family Easter ~ Food & Fun
Supper was ready promptly at 5:00 p.m. ~ after the egg hunt. Prayer I always find it amazing to see our beautiful, delicious layout when every couple brings one large dish. We always make sure there are kid-friendly things like macaroni and cheese, chips, pretzels, and finger Jell-O. There were also mini ham and cheese sandwiches and relishes (pickles, olives, […]
I will bless the Eternal, whose wise teaching orchestrates my days
and centers my mind at night. Psalm 16:7 (The Voice)
Hershey Family Easter
Sunday, April 27 This Hershey family gathering at our house consists of my siblings, their children, and grandchildren. Two willing and very helpful granddaughters ~ Jana and Gloria ~ came home with us after church to help us get ready for the evening meal. We made 96 mini ham and cheese sandwiches which would be baked […]
Teach yourself to be devoted to God.
1 Timothy 4:7 (Easy-to-Read Version)
Church Baseball Tournament ~ Final Entry
Saturday, April 26 Jordan (grandson) plays for Gray. They had a fairly long break between morning and afternoon games. He did not participate in the homerun derby. He injured his shoulder (I think last year) and tries to save it for the games. On this hit he had a nice triple A turkey buzzard took advantage of the […]