Showing posts with label rockets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label rockets. Show all posts

Monday, October 12, 2009

I love Our Church!

Yesterday was just so fun!

We had such great discussion in
the Sunday School. There was
input from young people and
the eldest member alike.

Love that!

The service was good but I was
distracted and wasn't my best at
the piano. So, I am beating myself
up a bit for that....but it has to
happen sometimes, right?

There was an excellent offertory by
siblings, one on the piano, the other
with her violin. They totally blew
us away with their talent and the
beauty of the song.

After church a bunch of us headed to
a local pizza shop for lunch. We
nearly filled the place.
It was fun.

Then it was time for the rocket launch.
So many people came out. Usually it is
the die-hard rocket people, but this time
there were many children and young people,
ladies and men. Maybe it is because it wasn't
90 degrees and humid. Standing out in an
open field on a hot day isn't my idea of a
great time, either. But, it was so very
beautiful yesterday and we enjoyed watching
kites being flown and the rockets launching.


Jonathan had a great day.
He ran, wrestled, and went to
The Rabes' home for more fellowship.
He is blessed with great friendships
both in the church and outside of it.
Isn't that every parent's hope,
that their child would choose friends
wisely? Thank You, Jesus!






Courtney loves Rachel and didn't want
to leave her side. Aren't they cute?



THE rocket of the day.
Pastor Mike mounted a figurine in the
cockpit of this rocket.
The figurine came down with it's own
parachute while the rocket had one too.
A very fun surprise.




I never cease to be amazed at the joy with which our
young people interact with all of
the adults, with each other and
with visitors who come to the church.

God is blessing us!
I am Grateful.

Just so you know...Saturday evening I was
overwhelmed, feeling tired and thought that
if we didn't have so many responsibilities I
could have just stayed home. I am so very
happy that we are involved to the level that
made that not an option. I would have missed
out, BIG TIME, on a huge blessing.
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Monday, October 8, 2007

Sunday evening visitors...

...are the best! Last evening we enjoyed the company of our Pastor and two ladies from the church. It was warm outside so we bypassed the usual stroll down our road in favor of football and chatting. There was food, of course. A given at our house. Warren grilled up some hot dogs and burgers. I made a garden salad and some cheesy broccoli rice.

Pastor Mike and our boys spent some time working on their rockets. Mike was an aeronautical engineer for Boeing before the Lord called him into ministry. He blesses our homeschool and our family by sharing his knowledge and love of science. Over the last two years he developed and taught Mikey a course in astronomy, which Mikey really enjoyed. Now Mike has supplied the materials and knowledge to build really awesome rockets from the fins up.

After the rocketry and the food, Mike and the boys retreated to Mikey's room for some video games. I KNOW...you are thinking...get real! Our pastor enjoys our kids...it is amazing!

While the "boys" were playing, Warren, Ruth, Brenda and I watched football and chatted about the recent events in our lives. Initially the plan was to watch a movie...but sometimes plans shift and we have to be flexible. I am glad we were because sharing from the heart is easier to do when not watching a movie. It was such a relaxing time. I am so thankful for the opportunity to share our home and time with those we care about.

What opportunities have you had lately with friends that have blessed you? I would love to read about them.