We enjoyed a wonderful missions conference with the people of Friendship Baptist Church in Raleigh, North Carolina. This is the church that Ruth attended from age 11 until she left for college. It was a blessing to go “home” and see many old friends, stay with "Papa" and "Me-Ma" Pahnke, and rejoice in the work that God is doing in that city. We were graciously treated and showered with gifts and kindnesses, shopping trips, brunches, children’s activities, breakfasts and more. A new fuel pump was purchased by the church and installed on our Dodge Caravan by Garry Loy. That was only one example of many things that we received, both tangible and intangible, during the missions conference. The children also enjoyed playing with their second cousins from Siberia, the five children of Kevin & Jessica (Bixby) Jones. The theme of the conference, “Praying God Will Open Doors,” remains our prayer. Thank you, Friendship, for your hospitality and gracious service to us.
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What a blessing to hear about God's provision for you through the people of Friendship!
Who's that woman in the lacy black shawl? ;-)
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