Bob Bjerkaas with Billy and her daughter Hillary
One of the things that I like about short-term mission groups is that they bring energy and that can be infectious in a positive way. This past week Pastor Bob Bjerkaas from Church…
Cesia, Mario, Chivis, Diane and Silvia (from left to right)
One of our huge highlights for 2011 was reconnecting with our friends from Mexico, Mario and Silvia Silva. You might remember that their daughter, Chivis stayed with us for six months…
Dawn encouraged me the other day to take time to think about the good things God is doing, and to write them down. This is the third day in a row that I've reflected on the myriad of blessings that…
Stephen & Bradford Phelan from Harbor Mid City
God blessed us in many ways in 2011. One of the many ways is through some great friends and ministry partners. In March Stephen Phelan and I talked over lunch at conference we were…
David Jr. is in the middle with the blue shirt
Every time we come to the border God strengthens and confirms His call for us to be here. Even though we haven't been able to move yet, we are thankful that…
In our last prayer letter that I sent out October 13, I mentioned the wonderful testimonies on a new video from our friends at Harbor Mid-City. The video is celebrating the many changed lives through four years of ministry at…
Participants at MTW's vision retreat
One of the enduring truths from scripture is the need for workers to bring in the harvest from the field. Matthew 9:35 - 38, is where Jesus says, "…the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are…
David with his Mom getting his room set up!
Since it's Labor Day, and I have a little time to reflect I thought I'd share a sentimental moment. Yesterday, when I went into the balcony at church I saw David sitting…
Dave, Dawn and Hannah with Mario, Silvia, Chivis, Cesia and Diane
We just returned from our amazing trip to San Diego. We had a wonderful time with Mario and Silvia Silva, their two girls, Chivis and Cesia, and their niece Diane.…
Worship at Harbor Mid City
It's always exciting to see new life. We get excited when friends announce a pregnancy, or a new birth. The Bible speaks of a party in heaven when someone the Lord touches comes to Christ, and…