Hello, friends! Thanks for stopping by to check on us. Thank you so much for praying for us! The Lord gave safety on the road!

Yesterday (Sunday), Bethany and I had to stay home while the others went to church. We picked up a bug of some sort, and although we each had different reactions to the bug, we still were both not well. We are better today, although still a little bit weak.

While we were home in bed, Alan and the other 3 went to Georgina Baptist Church in Sutton, Ontario. This was a last-minute meeting. We had planned on going and just being in their service, so Alan emailed Pastor Dixon and his response was to allow Alan to preach and share the ministry of Togo. That was REALLY NICE of him!! Well, because they are in a renting situation, their service doesn't start until 12:00. So Alan and the kids left in good time. It's a good thing, too. Because about half way there, they blew a tire. Thankfully no one was hurt. When we get an oil change on the van, we usually go to Wal-Mart, and with the oil change they give you an emergency roadside plan for so many days after the oil change. So Alan called the #, but this plan ONLY works if your emergency is any day other than Sunday. They are off that day. So a very nice policeman came to the rescue. He notified a tow-truck driver, who also was very nice. In fact, he even gave Alan quite a discount just because Alan is a missionary. Fortunately, they still made it to the service on time. After the service, they went to the Dixon's house for a really good lunch. They had a great time!

Their evening service was spent at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Newmarket with Pastor and Mrs. Kalbfleisch. They really enjoyed being here, too. I was really disappointed that I could not be there, but we know that the Lord is in control.

On another note, we have just received word that Pastor Barry Rutherford's brother was saved this morning. Praise the Lord!! I know that this has been heavy on his and Jenn's heart for MANY years!! This is fantastic news!

Psalm 113:1,2
Have a wonderful day,

Love,
Ida

Hi, friends and loved ones, thanks for stopping by. I am sorry it has taken some time to blog this week. I know, baaaad me:). Anyhow, last Sunday we had a great time at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Oakville, Ontario. Pastor and Mrs. Howard are such a nice couple, and their church members are equally as nice. The last few churches that we have attended are in rental situations, so there is set-up and take down. Many times, the congregation has to be out of the building by a certain time. That really brought back memories!! That day just happened to be "Banana Sunday". Several people "dressed up" bananas and brought them in to be judged. Our family had the privilege of being the judges, but it was hard to pick, as there were many neat projects! There were only 3 places, but we chose a banana dressed as a butterfly, one dressed as a reindeer, and 2 tied for 3rd place. They were a princess and a baby, complete with a diaper, bib, and a pacifier. They were ALL very cute!! Then, people were to bring in banana-related desserts. That was great because we had dessert BEFORE lunch!!! YEEEEHAW!!

After the room was taken apart, we joined the Howard family for a delicious spaghetti lunch in their home. We really enjoyed the fellowship! They have 2 children, one who is a couple of years younger than Bethany. They got along BEAUTIFULLY!! They are great for each other! I was really impressed. The 3 older children played Monopoly together. So everyone was happy!

That night, we did not have a scheduled meeting, but for quite some time, we had been wanting to join Pastor McQuiggan and Heritage Baptist Church in Burlington. We have know many of these dear folks for a few years, as they had joined us at Faith Baptist for New Year's celebration

for the past few years. It was great seeing them again. We are scheduled to be in their Sunday service in about a month. Looking forward to that:)

Well, I shall sign off now and spend some time with my dear hubby. We love you guys! Thanks for praying! God is good!!

Psalm 113:1,2

Have a wonderful Lord's Day!!

Love,

Ida