It has been a little while since last we posted anything.  Much has happened.
-August 18th--a second BBQ picnic at Minton Park in Empire.  The weather had a bit of an impact on attendance but still a great time.
-September 8th--we are set to go with our first "Sonship" class which will run every other week through December.  "Sonship" is a discipleship training tool that makes a clear distinction between the gospel and religion.  It really is for people who have a sense that there is more to the Christian life than what they are currently experiencing.
-Finances--we are at about 30% of our monthly need.
-Worship services--we are being encouraged by a couple of locals to just "open the doors".  We are giving some serious thought to doing that with monthly worship times in Empire maybe even as early as October.  We still have to confirm a spot for these events and the "Sonship" class.  I have a meeting today (8/28) to find out for sure if we will be able to use the little historic church building that is on the main drag in Empire.
-Personally--August was busy month with family visiting.  It was great!!  We are so thankful for our families.  Mary is doing respite care for a special needs 32 year old man about 4 hours a week.  I continue to work about 20 hours a week for ROP which is a youth corrections program.
We would be delighted to hear from you and how we can pray for you.  We are forever thankful for the many friends and family members who are an amazing support system to us!!