Unexpected Generosity

Our dedicated little group meets twice monthly (the second and fourth Thursday) at a little country church, for sewing, crocheting, knitting, etc.  That church has been so kind to let us leave our things there and not have to cart them around.  And like most of us who have sewing rooms, the supplies seem to be like that movie "Gremlins"!  I really think they multiply during the night.

So our "stuff" (I mean, very important supplies) has started to grow and GROW, until now a couple of people have started to comment.  I thought we might have to pare it all down to a manageable level, maybe have each board member take some of it home to store, and bring back each time we meet. 

But NO!  I couldn't believe it when I was told that the church really likes hosting our group so they decided...  get ready... drum roll...

They decided to pay a carpenter $1,500 to build "built-ins" into their fellowship hall to store all our bins of fabric, trimmings, sewing machines, etc!  Can you believe it?  We are so grateful for the ongoing surprises God has had in store for our little group.  One lady contributed a few dollars and said she wished she had more money to donate.  Another group had some canning jars to sell, and then gave us that money.  People are incredible. 

And our Heavenly Father just watches over us and arranges things every time we meet.  Our fellowship times and mutual counsel has been priceless for all who join in.  Thank you Lord, for these friends, for these projects, and for the way you always provide just what we need - just when we need it!  Amen!

Preemie Loss Memorial

Memorial from Marty Cobb, for her little one who lived on this earth only two days.

"RIP: Joseph Pope Cobb IV (8/18/77-8/20/77). Thirty three years ago today, you came into the world against all odds and fought to stay here. However, God had other plans which I have come to trust in His wisdom. With your curly blonde hair and big blue eyes, you captured my heart forever. Happy Birthday, little one. I will see you in heaven one day."

Velma Update

Janet (in blue) and Velma (in black) work on a nursing home quilt.

Tonight at church I learned that Velma is now in a nursing home, with regular visits from hospice caregivers.  I think I'll plan to regularly go sit quietly with her, knitting and visiting as she feels up to it.  Maybe I'll take a little CD player each time (can't just leave one there because things "disappear" unfortunately.)  Her husband and daughters (out of the area) have worked tirelessly to take good care of her and keep her home, but her condition is such that she needs more than they can provide, as much as they love her.  I know it breaks their hearts to not have her at home any more. 

Please join us as we pray for God's merciful peace as they travel through this difficult season of life.

Velma, we love you.

Chaplain Donna H.

Nicholas' Gravesite

They were blessed with twins a couple of years after the unimaginable loss of little Nicholas. David and Andrea are wonderful and healthy at 5 years old now!  Thank you heavenly Father.

Prayer

 

Take comfort in the verses about the prayers of the righteous! James 5:15-16, Proverbs 15:29, 1 Peter 3:12-13. Peace.

 

Giving Thanks

For God, Who so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that all who believe on Him would be saved.

For inlaws I love, and Thanksgiving day is always such a good time of fellowship, fun and games with them!

For kids and grandchildren around the world today, missing them yet loving the sound of their voices on the phone.

For a patient and quietly loving husband.

For the humble honor to serve others through the work of our hands. 

Peace to all as we enter this special time of year, honoring our Lord's earthly birth!