We had loads of fun helping our friend Mary pick apples this year. We spent several days picking up free-fall apples and apples off of the trees. Aaron got to drive our pails around and Abigail enjoyed playing with the dog and finding praying mantis. Apple Creek Farm is a beautiful certified organic farm that has 800…
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First Baptist Church in Brampton – October 16
Having not been in Brampton a long time, it was amazing to see how much this city has grown. First Baptist Church in Brampton was having its annual Youth Service. It was lovely to play and sing at this service and meet such an encouraging and friendly congregation. It was great to see Marion again after meeting…
Waterloo Pentecostal Assembly – October 13
What a great time we had with the Achievers of Waterloo Pentecostal Assembly! We were treated to a delicious meal and enjoyed encouraging fellowship. It was special to see our friends Dave and Judy from our home church. So many shared with us their love of Gospel music. Thank you Mahlon for having us come to sing for…
Fairview Mennonite Home – October 9
We enjoyed singing at Fairview Mennonite Home’s Thanksgiving Sunday service. There was so much to be thankful for on this day, including the celebration of our 23rd wedding anniversary! Thank you Harvey for inviting us out to sing and share Thanksgiving with you and your congregation.
Wellesley Mennonite Church – September 30
What a blessing for our family to witness the love and compassion of a congregation for a member of their flock. Wellesley Mennonite Church gathered together for an evening of music and fundraising for their elder Clare who has just received a new lung. It was especially meaningful for the church to see and hear Judy and Clare…
Country Meadows – September 27
Our new friend Alva heard us sing on Joyful Country (98.5 CKWR) and asked us to come sing at Country Meadows in Brunner. We had the pleasure of meeting the father (Ray) and grandmother of Kyle and Kaitlyn of Rescue Junction. Ray shared with us how the whole family used to travel to senior’s residences when…
St.Peter’s Lutheran Church
We enjoyed worshiping with the congregation of St. Peter’s in Linwood. This was their “Welcome Back Celebration” and it included a delicious celebration lunch following the morning service. Thank you Pastor Mark for asking us to be a part of your fall celebration.
Riverdale Mennonite Church – September 24
It’s exciting to hear of the thousands that are coming to Christ in Ethiopia! Meserete Kristos College, in Debre Zeit, Ethiopia, trains young men and women to serve the Lord and equips them with a deeper understanding of God’s Word. Because of its rapid growth, the college is in need of a larger, updated facility….
Celebrating 90 Years! – September 20
It was a joy to play for a dear friend who celebrated his 90th year at Cedarcroft Place. Valerie and Wayne put together a lovely party for friends and family and our family was privileged to provide the music.
10th Annual Homeschool Family Camp – Sept 11-16, 2016
It was great to be back with our homeschool family at Village Creek Bible Camp in Lansing Iowa. We enjoyed a week full of amazing activities, meaningful fellowship, delicious meals and sound Bible teaching. We have started counting the days again when we can be reunited with our American family. (If you want to count along…