Prayer Request

I'm feeling anxious...
-I need to spend more time on fundraising.
-I want to figure out where we're going (we won't know our assignment until fundraising is a lot closer to 100%).
-I want to get on the field! I spent a day at DCHS subbing for my old math teacher. Being around High School students makes me want to be settled in on an installation doing ministry.
-I want to be moved before next school year so the kids can be settled in before school starts.


I know my God owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10), and he knows who is going to support us financially already. I just need to trust him and be faithful to stay on task.

Fundraising Milestones!

We have something exciting to report!

Our first monthly gifts hit our account this past month!!! We're on our way. Fundraising is a pretty daunting task, so the affirmation of some positive movement in our account is encouraging.

Thank you so much to Dothan, AL and Broomfield, CO... you guys are a huge blessing in our life.

Chuck Norris Fact o' the Week

Chuck Norris destroyed the periodic table of elements, because he only recognizes the element of surprise.

Liam's Quote o' the Week

After all three siblings had been scolded for touching some nastiness on a railing at the Newport Beach Pier:

"I didn't do it."

My legs hurt

Okay, in the interest of total disclosure, I would like to publish a partial list of people who beat me in yesterday's 5K Run For a Reason:

-Man pushing double stroller (actually came in 4th)
-Woman pushing double stroller
-4 Junior High aged girls
-Numerous teenage boys
-My 13 yr. old nephew
-My 41 yr. old sister (I have permission to mention her age)


People I beat:
-Middle aged housewife (only because she stopped to use the porta-potty at mile 2)
-Old guy
-Little kids
-Walkers

Conclusions:
-It's time to dust off the running shoes
-I am getting old
-I need a nap

I'm just in it for the T-Shirt

If you didn't know, I (Jon) actually ran Cross Country all through High School- not the fastest on the team, but not the slowest. Actually, my best time for a three mile course was 18 minutes flat. That's six minute miles. Today I couldn't do that without the assistance of a Segway Scooter.

Nonetheless, I'm on my way to a 5K (that's three miles, people) race/run. It's called Run For A Reason and it's being sponsored by Grace Community Church. The proceeds go to benefit Blood:Water Mission. It's a great cause, check it out.

If I survive, I'll let you know how it went. If not... my will is in the lock box, wife!

Chuck Norris Fact o' the Week

Apple pays Chuck Norris 99 cents every time he listens to a song.