On Suffering

I'd like to share a little bit from a book that helped us when we were in Memphis five years ago. It's a book called 'Learning To Suffer Well' by Peter Fitch. Commenting on the comfort of the Holy Spirit that scripture teaches, Peter says this on pg 24

This is the secret (Paul's). When suffering comes to the children of God, so does the Holy Spirit. He flows to the deepest plaes of our pain. He comes to release grace: the sweetnesss and beauty and strength of His unmerited presence. He develops fruit, and we suffer well as we bear up under difficulties. He grants gifts, and we suffer well as we fight against the sources of our pain. He forms in us the character of Jesus, and we suffer well.

One of my favorite worship leaders site

http://www.danielbrymer.com/

This guy is one of my all time favorite worship leaders. Check his cd out.

History In MN (Vineyard Methodist?)

Lost Hutchinson: Vineyard M.E. Church

Vineyard Methodist Church was in a prominent row of buildings on the west side of the Glen Street “hill” facing downtown betweenVineyard Methodist Church was in a prominent row of buildings on the west side of the Glen Street “hill” facing downtown between Second Avenue Southwest and Washington Avenue West. This photo shows a portion of the Tower or brick school to the north.

Constructed: 1870 to 1873
A Leader story from April 1, 1966, said Vineyard Methodist Church was erected in 1870. Construction began in 1870, and continued until 1873. In 1892, the building was moved a few feet to the west and an addition was built. A basement was constructed in 1917.

Torn down: 1966
The final service in the old Vineyard building was March 27, 1966. A actual demolition date is not known, but is likely sometime in 1966.

The Vineyard M.E. Church above is part of a 20-week series of Lost Hutchinson buildings. Watch the Tuesday print edition for more information about Vineyard M.E. Church. If any readers have other photos, renderings or information about this building, please post them here or send them to: Hutchinson Leader, 36 Washington Ave. W., Hutchinson, MN 55350.

A collection of information published in the Lost Hutchinson series as well as reader submitted photos and remembrances will be published in a magazine later this year.

Cutting Edge Information On Helping The Poor

Please check out a couple of sites maintained by friends of mine.

www.lovemercy.com
www.thirstrelief.blogspot.com

A.L.L. for children (Cure Rate Goes Up Again)

ALL cure rate for children has just been raised again to 94% by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. When I was four it was 4%. When my son was diagnosed four years ago it was 80%. Now it is 94%!!!

New Concern With Wal-Mart

Wal-Mart asks for, and receives, permission to join homosexual marriage group

(This was sent to me by a friend. It is verified on snopes.com)

Read "Wal-Mart Partners With Gay and Lesbian Group"

Wal-Mart, the largest retailer in the world, has asked for and received permission to join the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. The NGLCC is a leading promoter of homosexual marriage.

Although Wal-Mart has never excluded homosexuals from being employees, customers, or suppliers, the company wanted to be more closely identified with promoting the homosexual agenda. Wal-Mart is now a "corporate member" of the NGLCC, putting their approval on the NGLCC's efforts to abolish the definition of marriage as the union of one man and one woman. A Wal-Mart vice president will serve as an advisor to the NGLCC, helping them promote homosexual marriage.

Wal-Mart agreed to give $25,000 to the NGLCC and to pay for two conferences scheduled by NGLCC. Also, Wal-Mart will give homosexual-owned businesses special treatment when making purchases. Companies not owned by homosexuals will be moved down the list.

NGLCC called Wal-Mart's action "part of the company's ongoing commitment to advancing diversity (homosexuality) among all of its associate, supplier and customer bases."

Wal-Mart is offering the same kind of support for homosexual marriage which Ford Motor Company has been giving to homosexual groups for years.

TAKE ACTION

1. Send your email to Wal-Mart.

2. Wal-Mart often blocks our emails. To make sure your voice is heard, please call Wal-Mart's home office headquarters and ask for Chairman Rob Walton at 479-273-4000. Also, call your local Wal-Mart manager and express your concerns. Please, be polite when you call!

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My Favorite Cardinal Player

I think this guy is my favorite player, if for no other reason than the way he leaves the field after every inning. He doesn't have to run as fast as he does inbetween plays, but he is so full of energy! He really deserved to win the 2006 World Series Most Valuable Player Trophy and Corvette. A job very well done. He did make the difference between a victory and perhaps a long drawn out victory or even a possible defeat.

Thank you David Eckstein for all you have done for the 'world class' St. Louis Cardinals team. (photo from www.mlb.com today)