February 9, 2009

Hi everyone. Last week got away from us before we could report. However, the last two weeks have been very good. Lets bring you up to date.

The last day of January was our first Women's Makeover Day. Our guest speaker, a Mary Kay representative, spoke on self-esteem. Afterward, three professional beauticians offered their services free of charge to style the women's hair, and teach new makeup techniques. Our daughter-in-law who organized the event said fifteen were present. The ladies were requesting more, and similar, events.

Yesterday, February 8, was the church's third annual Children's Day. Three of our talented adults provided a great program for the children...all thirty-five of them. They decorated the front of the church so it appeared to be a campground and wore jungle safari outfits to create the desired ambiance. After their presentation, a group of guest puppeteers presented a great program entitled "Promesas" (Promises). Everyone watched with rapt attention. We had ninety-six for the occasion. Afterward there were refreshments in the basement and gifts for every child present. It truly was a great day.

That's it! Be sure and lift us up in prayer.

Johnathan and Mary