Wednesday, December 1, 2010

The End is almost here......

I kicked off my Thanksgiving break with a 9 hr. drive to Pittsburgh, PA. It was cold but so beautiful there. I enjoyed lots of well needed Rest, GOOD food, a loving welcoming family, saw it snow, celebrated a baby shower and just plain good times...thank you Jade & Ben Bower for being such great friends & hosts!!

Wednesday we had the opportunity to go to Grammy winning recording artist Ricky Skaggs studio. Wow...wow...wow it was so huge, a sound board with 56 channels, such beautiful wood work everywhere, artists signings and pictures galore and instruments all over the place. I was able to play the piano (signed by John Lennon) and our group participated in a afternoon recorded spontaneous worship jam session. What an honor an privilege to meet and hang with such a well known artist who's heart is so for the Lord and redeeming music for the kingdom of God, taking the light to the darkness. He and his wife with his Father in law Buck White did a concert for us the Tuesday night prior to thanksgiving...that was a treat and per my friends request Ricky played his mandolin - he's the best!
A few more highlights from this weeks speakers - Phil Keaggy came to our school....One of the best guitar players known. I met & spoke with him after his amazing & hilarious jam session, & he lived in Costa Mesa and attended Newport Mesa Church 20 yrs. back (for all you so cal people). I also met Heather Mercer a missionary to Afghanistan who shared her story of being held prisoner by the Taliban in 2001 for preaching the Gospel- what an amazing woman and powerhouse for God. Any one interested in working with muslims look up http://www.freedomcenteriraq.org/ .

With one week left and two conferences (we're hosting)quickly approaching, I'm trying to embrace the next week soaking up all I can. My time here has filled me with gold nuggets essential for life. Refined and REFINED me, an essential process for what the Lord has in store. Established Kindgom connections, giving me experiences in new levels and different perspectives, all adding to the value of my being for the advancement of the Kingdom of God. I must admit it wasn't easy....but ALL worth it! Glory to God for the good work He has begun in me and will be faithful to complete it as I remain surrendered, willing and faithfully obedient to Him. For those who have supported me in prayer and finances blessings, blessings, blessings to you!!! I honor you for investing in the Kingdom of God.

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