Posted on September 14, 2009 by amanda
Amsterdam bound. Yes, I am, thanks to a dear friend who asked if I would join her on the Missions Focused trip with our church. With this trip, we will learn from our pastor, Jeff Adams, who will teach us about the missionary view and cultural sensitivity. I have heard of so many life-changing experiences [...]
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Posted on September 14, 2009 by amanda
From our trip in June, enjoy the video my husband produced for Won By One To Jamaica:
I must agree with Tayler’s ending statement. My experience with Won By One To Jamaica, my time with my Jamaican family in Harmons, has totally changed the direction of my life.
amanda ∞
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Posted on December 30, 2008 by amanda
I’ve really enjoyed this break from school and have spent much time in my art studio working on surprises for those who Chipped In. I’ll be sure to post photos after the recipients have received them. ‘Twill be just a bit longer as I finish up the details.
I’m so thrilled to report that the fundraising [...]
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Posted on March 14, 2008 by amanda
Today’s lunch menu for VERONICA’s Voice included:
Corned Beef, Cabbage and Potatoes
Homeade Rye Bread
Green Clover-shaped Spritz Cookies
I was also going to serve fresh apple slices, but left the apples at home. Oops.
The smell of the corned beef still lingers in our home. Delicious and comfortable.
As a continuation from my thoughts on slavery yesterday, I wanted to [...]
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Posted on December 29, 2007 by amanda
New year resolutions, I am not one to set them, but have found myself pondering and praying about God’s directions for me. This fall I spent extremely too much time on the computer. I am sure I wasted days. This is not what God has prepared for me. Last spring, God began stripping responsibilities and duties [...]
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Posted on September 27, 2007 by amanda
Two important events occurred this past week.
On Saturday, the VERONICA’s Voice Courage to Change Walk took place. There was a good turnout for the first annual walk. As this was a learning year, I forsee each additional walk growing in awareness and size. A vigil took place after the walk in which survivors of sexual [...]
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Posted on June 7, 2007 by amanda
C.A.R.S (Christians Are Racing Superstars) is the theme for elementary church camp this year. Each cabin has a mascot from the movie CARS. Our cabin is Mater the tow truck.
Camp begins tomorrow night and ends Tuesday night. This time is always powerful. I love getting to know the girls in my cabin, caring for them, [...]
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Posted on May 23, 2007 by amanda
Our family is doing this Bible study together. Each one of us loves it. We’ve done individual studies, and done Bible reading as a family, but this is our first study as a family.
“This interactive Bible study is designed to give you the essential directions you need to grow and develop as a disciple of [...]
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