March - In like a Lion, out like a Lamb!  

    Where has the time flown?  Praise the Lord for the mild winter, not too much snow shoveling!  Now it's almost time to uncover the roses and start planting.

    Time is flying in club also.  I reminded "my" Sparkies this past week that they should be 3/4 of the way through their books by now.  Several of them are on their review.  What a blessing to hear them say verses.  It's even nicer to see their personalities blossom from the beginning of the year. 

    Rick and Miss Michelle coached a Sparky team last week-end.  The kids were excited and did very well.  I had the opportunity to sit in the stands with folks from our church.  Some of the parents really yell !!!

    Our Sparky (character) was a freshman that has looked forward to serving in that capacity since she was in 2nd grade!!  It's always a treat to see teens involved in a ministry for Christ.  She mixed well with the crowd and had a fun day!  YEAH Jordan!!

    Grand Prix and T&T Games were fun.  The gospel was presented very clearly at each event so folks would have the opportunity to respond.  Several hands were raised to show that they needed the Lord as Savior.  We're glad that His Word never changes and that we can share the gospel with others.

    We have been busy visiting clubs and sharing the Awana ministry at local churches.  Please pray that churches, Commanders and Pastors would "catch the vision" to reach their neighborhood for Christ.  As the Awana year comes to a close, leaders get weary.  Please remember to pray for them.

    Our Ministry Team and Rick are busy planning for Quiz on April 17th.  We're trying something different this year by having Quiz as the last event of the season.  First Baptist of Rochester has asked to host again.  We're very grateful for the use of their beautiful church.  Once again, a gospel message will be shared.  While most people that come to Quiz profess to be Christians, we don't want to miss an opportunity to share the Word and plant seeds.

    We are very thankful for prayer partners in the ministry!  You are the fuel that we run on!!

    We are also grateful for financial support from churches and individuals.  Michigan is really hard-hit right now and we know that God has supplied needs in astounding ways.  (This past Sunday night at a church a little boy gave Rick an envelope filled with silver coins that he had collected!)

    We hope you are looking forward to a GREAT Easter Sunday.  HE IS RISEN!  HE IS RISEN, INDEED!