Faithful Devotion

Eagles and Phillies in one outing!

Those of you who know him can attest to his devotion to his beloved Phillies and Eagles! Whether they're winning the Super Bowl or on the worst loosing streak of their career, his faithful support is unwavering. Without a doubt, his devotion to these two hometown teams is nothing and pales in comparison to his devotion and love for his Creator, our Mighty Men, and yours truly.  He has rejoiced in Father's favor, walked victoriously trampling the enemy of lies, and he has walked though the depths of to many barren valleys in his young life. However, through it all, even in the 'wondering', he's kept his eyes on The Sustainer of life. Even though questions and doubts arose, his faith never wavered. Quite dimply, he is the steady, stable Mennonite boy I never wanted to marry ... but am eternally grateful I did! Through it all, he's taught us faithfulness, devotion and how to stand on The Rock when ones strength is crumbling beneath ones own feet. He has taught us where his true devotion lies. Today, we honor the life changing work Father continues to cultivate in him. Today, we honor him as the seed bearer for our 6 Mighty Men. Today, we humbly bow before the throne of grace thanking our Heavenly Father for this incredible gift of an earthly father we have been given to share life with. Happy Father's Day sweetheart, we love you!

Micah 5:4-5 Daryl will stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. And, we will live securely, for HIS greatness will reach the ends of the earth and HE will be our peace!

Psalm 40:1-4 Daryl waited patiently for the Lord; HE turned to Daryl and heard his cry ... HE lifted Daryl ... HE set Daryl's feet on a rock ... HE put a new song in Daryl's mouth ... Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods.

He is a gift ... Celebrating life in his spirit ... Mennonite boy, my dream come true!

Life on the Mountain

Welcoming Tonio y Meli to our family for base maintenance and cooking! ... unfortunately 1/2 of us have joined the ranks of colds, coughs and ear infections that seem to be plaguing the world around us ... Jedi had fun participating in a political party at school as possible VP, unfortunately they didn't win ... Our older 3 enjoyed a night exploring at Martin and Dolores' and had the fun of mowing their lawn, planting a garden and cleaning up using the wood chipper ... Daryl and I enjoyed a quiet evening movie and peaceful alone time snuggles with Adam ... Attempting to organize our work duties for the next month as we plan for 2 weeks in PA ... Blessed to celebrate the gift of Fathers, eternally grateful for the incredible blessing Father chose for us!

Praise

Life in Daryl's spirit

Sharing life with our fathers even though we're not physically with them

We have a vehicle for both stints in PA

Tonio and Meli arrived safely from Honduras

Extra days for M & J to finish school

Library shelves built by Pop Diener

Prayers

Organizing our roles to make life flow smoothly while we're gone

Complete physical healing for our family, back, colds, ears.

Fostering intimacy with Father when life is a whirlwind around us

For our 6 teams of 30 students on outreach to finish well

"Random" physical ailments of our leadership team and staff ... we believe in HIS miraculous touch!

Liz, Manu, Declan & Sara as they serve in Turkey

Boldness to plant and patience to nurture

"Vote for PAP!" ... Political party for elementary grades!

Community time ...
Baking cookies and cupcakes and making milkshakes!

He was itchin to get his hands on some wheels ... 

Greeting church friends on Father's Day ...
My baby all grown up!

Proud Mama moment ...
God given talents and a willingness to share them!

Yes, he sat through 3 hours of a noisy school celebration ...
Now that's fatherly love!

 A few Father's day throwbacks ...

True devotion ... he carried me to and from the water EVERYDAY so I didn't have to 'crutch' across the sand!

 Never to young to learn ... Adam

 Proud Grandpa ... A full quiver!

 Too cute to resist ...

Then ...

and Now

If the Lord delights in a man's way, he makes his steps firm; though he stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand. Psalm 37:23-24