Pastor's Blog

I need to remind the ladies of the Friendship family of the baby shower for Bridget Chambliss that will take place this Sunday, 3/20, from 2:00 – 3:30PM in the fellowship hall.  Bridgett is the oldest daughter of John & Liz Whalen.  I cannot remember whether it is a boy or girl.  I also cannot remember where Bridgett is registered.  I am thinking Greer’s in the Bayou but I could be wrong!

Conner Ferguson was placed in a hospital yesterday as he continues to suffer physical pain.  Gary Walton will have a MRI today.  Not sure if Miss Kathleen Henderson was discharged from the hospital yesterday.  Carla Kyser and George Douglas continue to battle their respective cancer.  Pray for these folks.

I got to visit with Samuel, Reina, & Denise yesterday morning.  They are hurting which obviously comes as no surprise.  Samuel & Reina both asked me to express their extreme appreciation to each person who has prayed and those who have given financially.  Reina stated that while she is very, very sad about the loss of her daughter, she is also happy that folks who do not know Jesus as their personal Savior heard the Gospel during the funeral service.  I plan on visiting with them again this morning.  Please keep praying for the Acan family.

I went to San Mateo (near Antigua) to observe a feeding center in action yesterday.  It was a most beneficial trip as I saw things that will help us in the months ahead with our feeding center.

Last night I had the privilege of leading a cell group Bible study.  There were around 20 folks present and we discussed helping fellow Christians who fall spiritually.  Good time of study and fellowship.

This morning will see me say good bye to the folks on the mountain and that will include a final “good bye” to Louise Mason in her present capacity with GRACE Ministries.  She leaves for Arkansas on Saturday as she “retires” from this season of her life.  She will definitely be back in Guatemala in the future but not in her present capacity.  What a blessing she has been to GRACE Ministries, to my family, and to me personally.  Thank you Louise for five wonderful years of partnership missions/ministry.

My flight is scheduled to leave Guatemala shortly before 1:00PM and I should be back in Grand Bay late tonight if all goes well.  I ask that you pray for safety in my travels today.  Thanks!

I pray that you will have a great Thursday with Jesus.