Back in the Saddle !

Sholom Dear Family in the Holy name of Yeshua/Jesus,

It is SO fulfilling to be 'Back in the Saddle', so to speak after an unexpected surgery complication and extended recovery time. Yet AGAIN, the limitless Grace of God has carried me through, and has again deepened my Faith in our Creator!
SO ! , ..... YES, as the song goes:....... " Our God is an Awesome God ! " lala, la la lalalala .

( if you've heard me lead a sermon, you know the gift of Song is not a Holy Spirit Gift of mine! )

GOTTA  LAUGH !

With apology for the Very Late notice (due again to setback), we wanted to share this very needed and God-Centered Fellowship of Christian Athletes Summer Camp Initiative. As we firm up a cohesive partnership with FCA, we will be sure to share FCA initiatives in a much more timely basis.

So, please enjoy and peruse this FCA initiative in hope a 'last minute' camper may be able to participate, and to enlighten you as to what would be available to your Children of God next Summer,

and in between.

May our Lord and Creator continue to enlighten your paths, and Bless You with The Strength of Jesus

in this most Paramount time for Christianity.

DO NOT LET YOUR ATHLETE MISS THIS CAMP This Leadership Camp is THE camp that will equip your student-athlete to rise up and become the peer influence for Christ that you have been praying for him or her to be at school and among their peers. Read More We Are #FCAOne I had the pleasure and honor of serving as a volunteer staff member at the Kutztown Multi-Sport Camp in at Kutztown University this year.  I also had the pleasure of bringing my oldest son, Jacob, for his second time and my youngest son, Tommy, for his first time.  Read a brief synopsis of our experience and how people can to prepare for FCA camp each year.  Read More Join Our NEW   Monthly Prayer Call 2 Ch 7:14 if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land. The full glory of God will only be revealed when His people are praying specifically.  Will you please join the front lines of this ministry on the third Tuesday of every month @ 6:30 pm? Together, we will watch the Lord move mightily in Central and Western Massachusetts as we pray specifically for schools, coaches, athletes, Huddles, leaders, teachers, staff and families month to month. Starting Tuesday July 18th at 6:30 pm. Dial-in = 218-339-7817   Access Code = 5543856

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NATIONAL NEWS Friends of FCA at the Top of Their Game FCA has had many congratulatory wishes to hand out lately! Several friends of the ministry recently celebrated huge wins on the national sports stage, and used the honor to bring glory to God, as Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors won the NBA Championships, Matt Cullen and the Pittsburgh Penguins brought the Stanley Cup back to the Steel City, and Patty Gasso and the Oklahoma Sooners went on an incredible run to take the Women's College World Series title. Congrats to these amazing, godly athletes and their teams!

"I've always been a believer that the Lord has put whatever talent in you, whatever gift He has put in you, He wants you to get the most out of that. He wants you to succeed; He wants you to pursue and work and be passionate about it. It's not about getting any of the glory for yourself; it's all for His [glory]." - Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors FCA IN THE NEWS What impact do coaches have in an athlete's life? Three coaches involved in the 2017 Men's College World Series-Mike Martin (Florida State), Dan McDonnell (Louisville) and Jim Schlossnagle (Texas Christian University)-have discussed this topic with FCA Magazine, and "The Wake Up Call Morning Show" (YES-FM), a Christian radio program with listeners in Ohio and Michigan, recently interviewed FCA Magazine Editor Clay Meyer. Click here to listen.  Listen

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Engaging Your Christian Family!

Shalom Dear Brethren,

This was not my initial intention for a post today,...........................................................BUT !

As we all know, God's most Divine Plan includes Blessings and Guidance which often times doesn't match our own days as we have perhaps planned out. This is the case with today's post.

Reflecting back on our ' Caravan for Christ ' Inter-Church initiative with our partners at B.G.E.A., you may recognize the name of one of our Billy Graham 'DECISION AMERICA TOUR' representatives ............ " Steve Doyle ". Steve is a devout and humble servant of Christ active with many many God-Centered missionary works such as a Billy Graham partner, Church Planter and much more!  PRAISE GOD for his work as a vessel of Christ, which we ALL can be.

Through Steve's Home Church, all are invited to attend a Worship Concert by the Nationally Renowned evangelistic Up and Coming Christian Worship band of ' UNSPOKEN ' !
As a worship music listener with what I consider a diverse ear, I must say that,......well,.......

 " This Band is Hot, Hot, Hot ! "

Unspoken's diverse style, their Chicago style Horn section, and Christ-Centered lyrics, to me at least, brought together a modern sort of Pop with a laid back 'Old School Respect' to scripture that is appealing to Christian Music listeners across the wide spectrum of Christian 'Sound Hounds'!

SO,...... Here is the pertinent information as well as a link to the band's website for your consideration. Please feel free to 'Edify a friend', by passing this along. We Pray we may see you there !

May Adonai, our God and Creator, Bless You and Yours in Every Way, and may the Joy of Jesus fill your hearts.

Link to the band's website here.......................... UNSPOKEN  

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FEAST FACTS,.... (the Omer!)

Shalom Dear Family !

Although I have always striven NOT talk too much about my health diversity within my blog,

( though the Personal testimony of God's work has been, and will continue to be extended in person to interested area Churches. In my case, the testimony clearly exposes God's HandPrint )

I do however need to very very deeply express my most sincere gratitude for the many Spirit Filled Prayers afforded me from so VERY many of you. There are too many Churches, Prayer Groups, and individuals to mention here but, I am Forever Grateful to you all.  YOU my friends, will always remain in my Prayers !.... Although my first cardio vascular procedure encountered a complication and a second more difficult surgery, Your Prayers were indeed heard, your prayers were heard by the Father, and HERE  I  AM ! ,        oh !, how I Praise God ! ! !

( Additionally, Within the inter-doctor/inter-hospital communication and care process, a 'snafu' of sorts arose, yet again, within tragedy a blessing appears !  The so-called 'snafu' contains documented details

of an area within our 'Broken' Healthcare System. A 'Blessing', as a National Patient Advocacy group believes that when brought to light, it will bring about the Public and National attention necessary for positive HealthCare reform, and legislative insight. )

SO ! , .... Speaking of Prayer, It is our Prayer that the following post may plant a seed in your hearts which will grow and flourish to an even deeper understanding of the Roots of our Faith,

and promote an understanding that the Bible is ONE cohesive Book, and provides  a clarity

when used as such.

Thank You once again for your heartfelt Prayers, and the resulting Blessing imparted to me by His Grace.

A TIME for SPRING CLEANING, of the Heart

5777: Divide the Spoils of the Double Portion Shalom Pastor,bill and Donna,  I pray that this special 50-day period between Passover and Shavuot, the Counting of the Omer, has been significant in your life. “You have multiplied the nation and increased its joy; they rejoice before You according to the joy of harvest, as men rejoice when they divide the spoil.”—Isaiah 9:3 Shavuot is the harvest feast where we are called to remember the giving of the Torah to Moses on Mt. Sinai—the gift of God-given instruction. In a sense, it is the birthday of the Torah and the birth of a Nation wholly committed to serving the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob after being freed from Egypt. Shavuot is considered a “Shalosh Regalim” — one of the three pilgrimage feasts where the Israelites journeyed to Jerusalem as they were commanded to do in the Torah. And it was in Jerusalem, at Shavuot, when the Holy Spirit came with an impartation of tongues of fire.

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COUNTING DOWN OF THE OMER What is the Counting Down of the Omer? How does it affect the lifestyle of a modern-day Christian Believer? This is a time to purge and prepare for receiving new instructions needed for future success. It is a ‘spring cleaning’ of mind and attitudes. I believe this is a process of . . .

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National Prayer Day !

Hello Brothers and Sisters,

HAPPY  NATIONAL PRAYER DAY !

What seems like a very short year ago, we posted a Sermon delivered to a local Church. (Feel free

to  check out our 'archives' via the HomePage). Essentially we made a case for the fact that our

self inflicted broken world requires us to make EVERY DAY , ........... National Prayer Day !

A few days ago, my dear wife Donna found this short but seemingly ' All Encompassing '

' Morning Prayer '. We have both added this amazingly ' Christ-Centered ' Prayer to our morning

Prayer time. We've been very Blessed since, and would like to share it with all of you in case it

may fit your morning worship !

May God Bless You All with the Peace of Yeshua/Jesus !

A Prayer to Start Your Day !

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this beautiful day you have made. I thank you Father that I slept last night and woke up this morning. I do understand dear Lord. that I've not woken up by my own power, nor by my alarm clock. But it is by Your Grace that I've been afforded another day in this world.

I humbly ask Lord, that You order each of my steps today dear Lord !  And, I ask that The Holy Spirit guide my thoughts, words, and deeds. As I go out into the world today dear Lord, I pray

to be a true Ambassador of Christ Jesus !

I pray that my light shall shine before men, that they may see my good works to the Glorification of You Dear Lord, my Father ( Abba ), and Creator !

May I be filled with the Fruits of the Spirit as I interact with all people today, and let all I do this day be done with the love of Yeshua/Jesus !

As much as depends on me oh Father, I ask for 'The Strength of The Son', that I may live peaceably with all men today; I aspire with deep zeal and fervor to acknowledge 'You' in all my ways, and that You Direct my paths.    In my King and Saviors Holy Name, YESHUS/JESUS,

I humbly pray, ... AMEN.

NOTE: This is an 'Unknown Author' prayer from the net. Hence, I added just a few words.

            * If any of you know who wrote it originally, please leave a comment !  I found this to be

               a prayer worth " Sharing ".......... blessings of God's Peace to You All !

HELP for HAITI !

Hello Dear Family !

First, I would like to Thank the 600+ people led by the Spirit of Christ, to attend the weekend's
benefit for OUI Accident Victim Chris Welch !  Feel free to check back tomorrow for pictures and details of Chris' continued Blessings. Praise God, and again Thank You Deeply!

On another note, did you know that the devastated country of Haiti is still in dire need of our Christian Love, Prayers, and oh so much more ?  Our brothers and sisters from Bethany Church
are once again offering a Mission and Fellowship opportunity to continue their heartfelt
commitment to Haiti's many needs. If you also have a heart for Haiti, please read about Bethany's
upcoming Help for Haiti event. I am quite sure that Pastor Bruce, Cathy, and the entire Family
would gladly welcome you. This has been a yearly event where God's Greater Church can fellowship with eachother through this common cause. If you've not yet visited Bethany Church, this is a great opportunity to see the Christ-Centered work they so often accomplish. Hope to see you there !
May You all be Blessed with a Joy of Yeshua/Jesus !

Feel Free To Visit the Bethany Church Website via the link at end of post.

DEAR BETHANY FAMILY, Take the family on a Mission Trip to Haiti without Leaving the Seacoast of New Hampshire!   600 volunteers are needed to help pack over 130,000 meals to go to hungry kids in Haiti. Register to volunteer for a two hour shift - Kids from 5 years old to Grandparents are all welcome. Join us for this fun filled and educational opportunity. Helping to pack food for the world's most needy will leave you with amazing memories!  PS: Bring new or slightly used shoes to donate. Women resell in the                          marketplace to generate income for their families.  Contact: Jim Willey | jmwilley@comcast.net  | 603.969.7206  George Swible | gswible@comcast.net  | 603.969.3810 Register Now!   Bethany Church 500 Breakfast Hill Road Greenland, NH 03840 90 Chester Road Raymond, NH 03077 636 Haley Road Kittery Point, Maine 03905 603.431.3646 www.bethanychurch.com