What a day we had Saturday. We waited, and waited, and waited for Vickie and Matts youth from Airline Baptist to join us! It was worth the wait. Some went with us on our visits while the rest worked around the center. All sorts of work was done in and around the center during the morning, followed by us all gathering in the sanctuary for a time of reflection. Did you see that last statement?! In the sanctuary! It was great to see the pews filled with young people as they listened to our stories of Common Ground and what Jesus is doing in our lives.
We made our rounds visiting our friends. Turner was fine. Robert has left again. Brad is hanging in there, not doing too well. Most of the guys at the Macroni camps were gone. Smokey as usual entertained the youth with his stories of living outside.
Forgot to mention last week, another milestone for Tim. His employer, honoring Tim for his dedication to his job, arranged for housing for Tim. So now Tim and his dog friend, Buddy have their own place next to the Hope House. What an amazing journey Tim is on and we all get to see it unfold before our eyes. Keep up the good work Tim, we are very proud of you. God is doing great things through you.
Our afternoon activities continued this week. Good helpers, attending to the needs of our children. What a blessing to see it all.
Tuesday afternoon the youth group from Colonial Hills Baptist church arrived. We gave them a tour of our grounds, shared our story and introduced them to our community. We need to thank Grace Methodist for lending their facilities to them for their sleeping arrangements. Starting bright and early Wednesday morning, they have been working around the center and the gardens. They will be with us through Saturday morning. If you have a chance please, go by and give them a hug and tell them how much we appreciate all their hard work. Instead of going skiing or to the beach for their spring break, they decided to come to Shreveport and serve the Lord. Amazing young people.
A packed chapel Tuesday evening for our men's Bible fellowship. Guess the circle of chairs needs to be bigger! Matt read from Titus Chapter 3: 1-9. We were once lost but now we are found. Found by the grace of God. Not be doing good things. God saved us not by the righteous things we have done, but by His mercy. What an amazing God we have!
Wednesday evening we gathered at Ardis' house for our family Bible study time. Great food and good conversations. We had a special guest, Ms Abbie joined us. The highlight of the evening, Hat called William and we each got to speak to him. He sounded good, but lonely for his family. We talked about for our next upcoming Bible study. Joey will lead us in story form of the reading of the Bible. Everybody is welcomed to join us.
Thursday afternoon, the youth of Colonial Hills led our chapel time. Singing and sharing some of their thoughts about the week. Their pastor then spoke for a few minutes about the awesomeness of God. Then we were treated to a delicious meal provided by our friends at Calvary Pentecostal church. Lots of activity, lots talk, lots of good time was had by all. A great evening.
Following our meal, Ms Lisa had a short Board meeting. We talked about the upcoming fundraiser, the sanctuary, the new floor, the garden, upcoming Easter celebration. Waiting to finalize a place for the fundraiser before we set our plans. Discussions about opening the sanctuary for worship. The laying of the new floor will start Monday. New plans for the garden. We talked about having an Easter block party for our Thursday meal time.
With all the tables and chairs moved out of the fellowship hall and work going on in that area, we will not have our monthly breakfast time Saturday. We will try for next month.
Prayers for William. He is trying to recover from his stroke. His physical body will heal, his heart needs God's blessing. Prayer for Momma T as she travels to see Georgette. Prayers for Dawn's back. Causing her lots of pain. Prayers for mr brian's wife, Ginellen for surgery next Friday. Prayers the Hunters new granddaughter comes this week, so the grandparents can baby sit their grandson! Prayers for Charlie and Noel as they are attending a Kairos prison ministry this weekend.
Lots of exciting things about to happen around our community. God is at work. Please come and be a part of it. The Kingdom of God won't be complete until you come. You are amazing people, true servants of God. Amen.
See you this week around our community. Hope your week is full of blessings and joy.
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