Each Tuesday night, we have a Bible study with a small group in our neighborhood. This small group has helped us to grow in our walk with Christ more than we ever dreamed.
We have been involved in some service/mission projects through this group as well. On the first Tuesday of every month, we go to the Women's Hightway 80 shelter to serve dinner to the ladies. We serve pizza, salad and brownies (nothing too special). Last week after serving dinner,we sang a few Christmas carols and passed out bags to the childre. We also had a new lady at the shelter and she was such a joy to meet. She had been at the shelter for just three days and could not stop talking about how she felt like a queen being there. She is a strong believer. She said many times that pizza is her favorite food. She was so grateful that we were there and we made her feel like a queen. Trust me when I say, she was such a blessing to meet.
We also work with Hannah's House. This is a Christian shelter for young ladies who are pregnant but not married. If you don't much about it I will be more than willing to share. They work with girls that are may chooose to keep their child or give their child up for adoption. You can learn more about there here: http://www.plministries.org/.
Last night we had a Christmas party for these young ladies and the family who ministers to them. Our job was to provide food for the party and each of us signed up to bring gifts for the girls. We did not know girls and only had a list of what they wanted for Christmas. Little did I know, I would take gifts for a girl that would truly touch my heart. As she was opening her gifts, she began to cry (tears of joy). She later shared that she has NEVER had a Christmas before and was completely overwhelmed. She also shared that on Christmas day in 1999, she lost her Grandmother. Tears fell from all of our eyes as she shared her story with us. It was such a blessing to hear from some of these ladies. Please lift up these young girls as she go through this pregnancy. Many are not in contact with their family. Most of the girls are this time are planning on raising their child but there is one for sure that has met the family that will adopt her child.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
Our Journey
Yes, I'm still alive but things have been crazy busy. Working, we just had our Christmas program at church yesterday, and just getting ready for the holidays.
Steven and I a on a journey together. I'm trying to lose weight (in hopes that this will help with having a baby) and he is trying to gain weight. We've joined the Good Shepeherd Healthy Institute and love it. We have a good time working out and spending time together. I find that I have more energy, am not hungry as often, and don't seem to want as many sweets as I have in the past. So far, I've lost 9 pounds and I already feel better. Please pray that I'm able to stay strong even through the Christmas break.
We are so excited about getting to go to Colorado next week to visit Steven's family for the first half of our Christmas break. We will get to meet our only niece (who will be one in January) and see most of Steven's family. What a blessing to be able to go. Pray that we have safe travels and good weather while we are there.
Steven is still searching for a full time job. This semester, he took classes at LeTourneau and was a full time sub at the middle school in Hallsville. Since the lady he's been subbing for quit, he will find out tomorrow if the position will still be available next semester. If so, he will be able to apply for the job. We know that God has a job for Steven but things can be hard and stressful waiting for His timing for that job.
We continue to desire to be parents and know that God has something big in store. We know that we will probably have to do some form of fertility. That costs money and we have to wait until Steven has a job. Until then, we will keep loving on our nephews and friends' kiddos.
If I don't get to write again, I am praying that each of you has a Merry Christmas. Remember that true love came in a stable many years ago. Jesus loves you and desires a relationship with each and every one of us. He is the reason we celelbrate this season.
Steven and I a on a journey together. I'm trying to lose weight (in hopes that this will help with having a baby) and he is trying to gain weight. We've joined the Good Shepeherd Healthy Institute and love it. We have a good time working out and spending time together. I find that I have more energy, am not hungry as often, and don't seem to want as many sweets as I have in the past. So far, I've lost 9 pounds and I already feel better. Please pray that I'm able to stay strong even through the Christmas break.
We are so excited about getting to go to Colorado next week to visit Steven's family for the first half of our Christmas break. We will get to meet our only niece (who will be one in January) and see most of Steven's family. What a blessing to be able to go. Pray that we have safe travels and good weather while we are there.
Steven is still searching for a full time job. This semester, he took classes at LeTourneau and was a full time sub at the middle school in Hallsville. Since the lady he's been subbing for quit, he will find out tomorrow if the position will still be available next semester. If so, he will be able to apply for the job. We know that God has a job for Steven but things can be hard and stressful waiting for His timing for that job.
We continue to desire to be parents and know that God has something big in store. We know that we will probably have to do some form of fertility. That costs money and we have to wait until Steven has a job. Until then, we will keep loving on our nephews and friends' kiddos.
If I don't get to write again, I am praying that each of you has a Merry Christmas. Remember that true love came in a stable many years ago. Jesus loves you and desires a relationship with each and every one of us. He is the reason we celelbrate this season.
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