Something that happened today and more..

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Today was the first day that Elliot was at church and the first day that Glenda has been there for a while. We had a dedication prayer for Elliot at the end of the message - Glenda came to the front, and then we had Jacob pray the prayer of dedication. I was already holding Tiffany because while I was preaching she was running from Glenda and did not want to be caught and she ran to the front. I did not notice it right away, and then I went after her and caught her and the church laughed! :( So, she was with Dad in front of the whole church!
Here are a few pictures - taking pictures while driving results in less than best quality sometimes! I enjoy seeing the writing that is on vehicles, and I put some of those on the blog... If you get bored just let us know!
Study time yesterday... We had some father - son time!


Elliot sleeping on my desk.

Tiffany

Bible Study at Hesbon's place. It was on the outside and that was nice!

Maurice at Bible Study - he often goes with me to visit people. He is very faithful in coming to church, and recently he was signed up to sell MZL books.

Downtown Kisumu

More downtown photos.


Perfection at it's finest??

'Our vehicle' The mission has had it for a long time. It used to be Merle Beachy's vehicle. I like it. It is small, and it will go! The driving somewhat freaked me out when we came, but now I don't mind it as much. Maybe I am getting to be like the people I am around.... 

Our gate within the compound.

Ah, relaxing and enjoyable! Often I grill chicken on Saturday and I enjoy it!

Smokin...

Big enough??

Elliot

At church today.

Steve and Marcus helping with Mount Zion Literature month end. 

Marcus Burkholder from Nakuru, the business manager for AMA Kenya is working in our Mount Zion Literature room.

A couple bees that life ended for the other morning. Notice the stinger on the one. Must have been the last life they had!! 

Jake Gingerich family from Wis. serving here.

Have a good week and please.... be safe!!

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  1. UnknownAugust 11, 2016 at 5:35 AM

    Joe & Glenda - I've been meaning to leave a comment for ages but never actually do it. I LOVE reading your blog and seeing all the pictures - of so many things that are oh, so familiar! I especially love the pictures of you in and around your house - so fun that you are living in the house where I grew up!! CONGRATS on that precious baby boy... so glad he is here safe and sound despite the rough arrival! He is adorable and I love his name. And Glenda, you look fabulous! =) We miss you here! -Abby (&Jevon and Franklin)

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