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Ripples of Life: TEA Party 2009
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009. When government fears people, there is liberty. When the people fear the government, there is tyranny. Thomas Jefferson. I found it amusing that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a report to watch out for "right-wing extremism.". Here's my simple analysis: the government fears the voice of the People. They know that American people are able to bring change if they deem the government unsuitable, as is revealed in the Constitution. If no such fear exists i...UPDAT...
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Ripples of Life: Seasons
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Tuesday, June 23, 2009. Exultation. Despair. Triumph. Defeat. Contentment. Frustration. Pride. Disappointment. I have experienced all of those emotions – plus many more – in the last three years since I became a youth worker. And thus is my story. Unbeknownst to me, God allowed me to grow distant from Him so I develop a holy longing for His divine Presence. Essentially, I am a saint and a sinner, eternally a willing prisoner to His Love. Do you not know? Have you not heard? He gives strength to the weary...
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Ripples of Life: More on Deaf Orphanages and Village in Belarus – Update #5
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Friday, January 08, 2010. More on Deaf Orphanages and Village in Belarus – Update #5. The first of two e-mail messages on 1/7/10, this one received at 2:41 pm EST:. Hello friends and family! But, now let me step back in time to three days ago when we had the excitement of visiting the deaf village. On Jan. 4th, our day began with meatballs and chicken broth, eggs, and mashed potatoes for breakfast! 160; We left on the bus around 9:45 am. Breakfast that morning was rice, chicken, carrots/onion/...Cherik...
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Ripples of Life: Behind the desk - Article from SYM
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Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Behind the desk - Article from SYM. I got this short yet to-the-point article that got me thinking about planning for youth ministry events in general. behind a desk. Read, and be challenged! I often find myself developing great new ways to engage and work with teenagers. The strange thing is they all involve me sitting behind my desk. . Complied by Bruce Persons. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Add Me to Stay Updated! A fearless conservative;. A youth worker;.
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Ripples of Life: Bon Voyage to my sister!
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Monday, December 28, 2009. Bon Voyage to my sister! For the first time, my sister will be almost halfway around the world on a mission trip! And I think it is my fault. (the reason why I said this will come later). My sister is en route to Frankfurt, Germany abroad Lufthansa Flight #419. She left Dulles International Airport this afternoon at 6:14 pm and is. Why, out of all places, is she going to Belarus? At Frederick Church of the Brethren ( http:/ www.fcob.net/. Complied by Bruce Persons. A defender o...
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Ripples of Life: O Sacred Head, Now Wounded
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Friday, April 10, 2009. O Sacred Head, Now Wounded. This timeless hymn really resonates in my heart, especially since it being the holiest week of a Christian's calendar. I have read this hymn several times, and been struck with the poignancy and vivacity of these words. Take 15 minutes - I challenge you - and meditate on the content of these words. Written by Paul Gerhardt (1607 - 1676). O sacred Head, now wounded,. With grief and shame weighed down,. With thorns, Thine only crown. Thy Spirit oft hath l...
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Ripples of Life: New Year Eve and A Day with Orphans!
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Thursday, December 31, 2009. New Year Eve and A Day with Orphans! I have received no updates yet from my sister to share with all of you, but I thought I would share with you what the ABRO missions team are planning to do today. I believe that at this time I write this, the team is at a New Year’s Eve party right now…. They do look pretty important to me… maybe something related to the regional government? Enjoy the pictures, and Happy New Year! Complied by Bruce Persons. Add Me to Stay Updated! JONATHAN...
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Ripples of Life: Lost Baggage and Safe Arrival – Update #1
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Tuesday, December 29, 2009. Lost Baggage and Safe Arrival – Update #1. From my sister’s e-mail message received at 2:45 pm (sent at 9:45 pm in Belarus) with slight revisions:. The countryside here is covered in snow. We landed in Minsk in snow - lots of it! Everyone I meet starts speaking to me in Russian and then finds out I can't understand. Hopefully they catch on, or I do! It's been a long trip, and I desperately need some sleep since I barely slept at all on the planes and bus. Bold opinions on ma...
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Ripples of Life: Dreben, Mstislval orphanage – Update #3
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Tuesday, January 05, 2010. Dreben, Mstislval orphanage – Update #3. From an e-mail on 1/3/10 at 1:09 pm EST:. Dear friends and family,. I can't express how much your thoughts and prayers have meant to us while on this trip so far. So many of you have sent your love and prayers our way - thank you so much! It's almost like you're here with us in Belarus. Then we headed to Dreben to get Krystina (Rich's). It was about a 2 hour drive. I'm really not sure what it was, but the kids did not eat much of it....
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Ripples of Life: The Potter Works Only with Soft Clay!
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Monday, October 12, 2009. The Potter Works Only with Soft Clay! It has been a while since I updated this blog the last time, and many events has transpired in my life. However, I came across this delicious piece that I couldn’t resist sharing with you from a special edition of the Gospel for Asia News Magazine. This piece was written by K.P. Yohannan, the Editor-in-Chief. Enjoy, and be refreshed! Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart”. What happens if the Clay Is Hard?
