Droning On

Life drones on as far as having notable events to talk about. On the other hand, we are super busy around here (Eden Valley).

We started a school at the beginning of January called the Wellness Institute. Our ten students are the best. The oldest is 69 years old, and the youngest is in her early twenties. To boost our impact we've invited several speakers from far and near. The course lasts until the middle of June and includes training in doing (or participating in) an evangelistic effort, and doing public health evangelism. Learning hands-on massage and hydro therapies with all the natural remedies we can put into their repertoire. Lately, they've been doing a series of Cooking Classes in Loveland. Between 40 and 50 people are attending. We also are involving them in giving Bible studies and in-home health studies with coaching.

My dear wife is taking treatment for her neck from a NUCCA Chiropractor. Her diagnosis isn't encouraging. You've never seen a more damaged spine, but Dr. Jung thinks he can help her. She assumes that the car accident she had when she twisted the steering wheel like a pretzel must have been the precursor of all this damage. I'll try to keep you posted on her progress. Jason has his own issues with a neck problem. Maybe Dr. Jung can help him someday, if it works on Janet.

We've had a better than usual Winter as far as the Lifestyle Center is concerned. Colorado winters scare people, but this year (maybe it's Global Warming) we've seen just a little downturn. My wife works in the LSC. I am always amazed at her work ethic and savoir-faire. She makes a huge difference to the quality of the work when she is there. She's a keeper, and someday I will.

Janet is still looking for someone to take her project in Africa. So far, no luck, or should I say, no providence.

Next week, Eden Valley is hosting the ASI and Missions Inc boards, just for added stress. It is all very interesting, and I am honored to be part of the program, but still feel like a fish out of water. Robert Folkenber Jr. resigned from his post on the ASI board. He accepted a call to head the church in China. He is a good guy, and we wish him well.  Apparently, Gary Thurber is being tapped by the NAD to replace Robert on our board. Gary is our Conference President in Colorado. I sit on the Conference Committee with Gary and I consider him a great man. I hope the NAD Committee approves his choice.

After next week's boards, Janet and I will take the better part of a week to enjoy the Florida sun. Pray for us that it not be more pleasure than we can handle.

Lastly, Caleb broke a leg speed skating. (My grandson in the Yukon.) His career is on hold for this season. No doubt, he feels like it's a bummer, but God has a plan. "Often, our plans fail that God's plans for us may succeed."MH 473. Do you ever wish things had been different? Well, don't. God is working out your salvation in a dark, mysterious manner. All I know is, "the work He has begun, He will perform." Phil. 1:6.

So says the Preacher to his tribe.