Anna - The "Go-Getter"

Hi All -

Sorry about the delay in posting recently - it has been a whirlwind of activities with work and school for me and the family. All in all, God is good and He has been faithful.

Here is a picture of Anna playing soccer. There is something absolutely wonderful about going to John and Anna's games. It is really a lot of fun. I am an assistant coach for John's team, so I have not had an opportunity to take pictures. But, I must brag. Last week he hit an "inside-the-park" homerun. Talk about excitement!

Anyway, be sure to share what is going on in your life. Continue to keep us in your prayers.

Blessings to all-

John & Lisa

Back to the Books!

Hi All!

I just wanted to drop you a note to say that we would covet your prayers! I started my Fall Semester today and Lisa and the kids have been in full swing for several weeks. With school for the family, baseball practice/games for John Arthur, and Soccer practice/games for Anna, our family is in full swing.

Here are the classes that I am taking this fall (if you are interested): Inductive Bible Study on the Psalms, Old Testament Exegesis on Wisdom Literature, Mentored Ministry (Contextual ministry class), Foundations of Youth Ministry Class, and Speech/Communication for the Pastor. With me working full time and the aforementioned schedule, your prayers are appreciated.

Please let us know how we can pray for you! We would be happy to add you to our family prayer list. Email me or Lisa and tell us how you all are doing.

Blessings -

John & Lisa

Ben Beck Comes to Kentucky

What a wonderful surprise! Ben Beck stopped by for a visit yesterday on his way to Indianapolis. For those who don't know, Ben is a Grad-Student at Georgia Tech with aspirations for a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. I first met Ben when I was the Youth Director at St Luke Church in Columbus, GA. He had moved with his siblings (Katy, Anna, and Paul) from Eufala, AL. He was in the 9th grade when he first came and the first event that he was involved in was St Luke Summer Camp. (Oh, how I miss the days of St Luke Summer Camp!)

He has definitely grown into a mature and intelligent young man. I know that his parents are extremely proud of him.

Thanks, Ben, for stopping by and we wish you God's richest blessings in the future. Also, if you are in the area, we would be honored if you'd stop by and say hello.

Blessings to All-

John and Lisa

Sky Blast in Pittsburgh

What an amazing site! After the Pirates game this past Friday, John Arthur and I went with my brother and his family to see "Sky Blast" in downtown Pittsburgh. The fireworks are set off from barges in the Allegheny, bridges, and the tops of the buildings. It literally filled the sky. Pittsburgh may not be that good at baseball, but they sure know how to set off fireworks!

Blessings -

John

First Day of School

The summer has just flown by and now it is time for the kids and teachers to go back to school. It is no different for us in Kentucky. Today is the first day of school and our children are excited about it. Here's a picture of the two of them outside their school this morning.

As I asked them to pose for this picture, Anna wanted me to make sure that we got her new book bag in the picture. Look at that beautiful book bag! :-)

Well, our prayers are with you, your students, and your teachers.

Blessings -

John & Lisa