It Is Almost Time!

 We will be serving our local community this year instead of traveling.  We will start our mornings at church for breakfast, travel to our worksite, and then return to church.  We will end the day with dinner, gathering time, devotions, and blogging.  Follow along as we serve as the hands and feet of Jesus, sharing God's love with the community and with each other.  

Barbara

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