August 11, 2014

Greetings,
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   Who is wise? Let them realize these things. Who is discerning? Let them understand. The ways of the LORD are right; the righteous walk in them, but the rebellious stumble in them.
Hosea 14:9

          Monday August 4 th ~

     Having said my goodbyes to these dear folks in Silez, Oregon, I drove south along the coast road to Yachts, Oregon where I was able to minister in the "Sea Aire" nursing facility, and even allowed to park and plug-in for the night.

          Tuesday August 5 th ~

     Drove south to Florence, Oregon and sang in the Alzheimer's section at "Spruce Point". Got invited to share their lunch, then along about mid-afternoon I was able to minister in the main activity room of this large complex.

     This dear activity director (Annette) got together with the administrator and provided overnight parking on the property, a real blessing considering this touristy area on the coast is pretty expensive and crowded at this time of year.

          Wednesday August 6 th ~

     Drove sixty miles inland to Eugene, Oregon and said hi to a bunch of old friends.

          Thursday August 7 th ~

     Arranged some nursing homes and did the laundry thing.

          Friday August 8 th ~

     Ministered at the "Alpine Springs" assisted living facility for a large group in the main dinning room. They have a small stage with a piano and a sound system. Using the microphone, aided in overcoming the ambient noise created by the staff making necessary preparations for lunch.

     The timing was such that I suspect there were some coming in for the meal, being exposed to the gospel message, who would not normally have attended this function.

          Saturday August 9 th ~

     A day of rest.

          Sunday August 10 th ~

     Attended worship services at the "Bethany Church" in Franklin where I enjoyed the honor of contributing a couple of songs. Then got over to the "Kings Grace" church in Junction City in time for their second service. Lunch at a friend's (Rusty) house, then back to Kings Grace for an evening service where I parked overnight.   

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

August 4, 2014

Greetings,
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   Then the end will come, when he (Jesus) hands over the kingdom to God the Father after he has destroyed all dominion, authority and power. For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet. The last enemy to be destroyed is death.
Corinthians 25:24-26

          Monday July 28 th ~

     Published the newsletter from the Foursquare church here in Lincoln City, Oregon. Then had a delicious breakfast with Cary, the owner of the Sambos restaurant in town.

     Drove to Newport where I was able to park overnight and shower at the Nazarene church.

          Tuesday July 29 th ~

     At 5:30 in the morning I met the owner (Scott) of the "Winds of Praise" Christian radio station for a prearranged interview in his studio here in Newport. Then ministered at the nursing home for a sweet group of folks, followed by a delightful lunch with a dear Sister (Robin) and her dad.

     Spent the afternoon and overnight at Scott & Kellie's in Siletz, Oregon about thirteen miles inland. Good timing, they had a slow cooked Pot Roast Dinner planned. Yum!

          Wednesday July 30 th ~

     My host have given us the opportunity to set up the recording equipment in their large enclosed Pole Barn. The chance to do this kind of work only presents itself four or five times a year, so I've learned to jump on it.

     Spent a good part of the day laying down some foundation tracks (drum, guitar, vocals) on two songs. Then one of the church members (Ron) came by with his mandolin to contribute.

          Thursday July 31 st ~

     Laid down the foundation tracks for a third song. Then a drummer (Jordan) contributed his talents to the three songs currently in the works. Later, a Sister from the church (Sally) came by and shared some keyboard and vocal tracks.

          Friday August 1 st ~

     More recording work.

          Saturday August 2 nd ~

     More recording with Jordan putting in some lead guitar parts.

     Readjusted one of the songs to feature Sally as the lead vocalist and burned it to disc, as a memento for the congregation.

          Sunday August 3 rd ~

     Attended both morning services at the "Sacred Ground Baptist" church here in Siletz where I was given the honor of sharing some songs and testimony. These dear folks even took up a sweet Love Offering for the ministry. May God Bless Them!

     More fellowship time with this lovely family as I packed up the recording equipment in preparation for heading out tomorrow.    

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

July 28, 2014

Greetings,
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   For God is the King of all the earth; sing to him a psalm of praise.
Psalm 47:7

          Monday July 21 st ~

     Published from the Foursquare church here in Lincoln City, Oregon. Then did the laundry thing in town. Followed by the oil change thing.

     Arranged a nursing home for tomorrow and got a shower at an RV park in town. The manager (Chris) is a member of the church, and although I'm staying at the church nights, she has provided free showers at her park while I'm here. Sweet.

          Tuesday July 22 nd ~

     Ministered at the "Hillside Place" assisted living facility here in Lincoln City for a lovely group of folks.

          Wednesday July 23 rd ~

     Rainy day. Spent the afternoon with dear friend's Don & Pat, ending the day with their Home Group service which tonight was watching the movie "Heaven is for Real".

          Thursday July 24 th ~

     Sang at the "Lakeview Senior Living" facility in their main dinning room, and was invited to stay for lunch.

          Friday July 25 th ~

     Attended a delightful men's breakfast fellowship at one of the restaurant's in town. And enjoyed a sweet visit with the father and son owners (George & Cary) afterwards. Then ministered in the Alzheimer's section at "Lakeview".

          Saturday July 26 th ~

     Drove north to "The Griffin House" residential care home just outside of Tillamook where I was able to share the gospel with seven residents and three roving staff members.

     Then on to Rockaway Beach where a Sister in Christ provided a place to park.

          Sunday July 27 th ~

     Attended the Methodist church in Bay City, Oregon where I was given the opportunity to share during their fellowship time after services. Then a delightful lunch with some of the members, before heading back south to the Baptist church in Lincoln City for their Sing-a-thon. Got invited to bring in the guitar for a few songs following the finger food social time.    

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!