RELEASE

Thoughts, Prayers and Words of Encouragement: So today is a WONDER_FULL day....it began this morning with JoLynnes amazing testimony of how God is moving and changing her life...she shared how she is learning to say "Daddy"...we talked about how as babies we just keep babbling until it becomes a WORD...how cool it must be to God as we seek to say His name...I remember so fondly when my children began to say mama.,...I am sure it is the thrill of His heart....

TODAY WAS THE DAY!! I finished training JoLynne on all the petty cash and admin stuff...GAVE UP MY KEYS....it is a wonderful freeing feeling....also a point of great awareness...as I reflect to the past couple of years, I am acutely aware of how "tied" I have been to all the needs outside the people part.....it is with great excitement and anticipation that I look to the next couple of months. As I now watch the NEW TEAM..take FLIGHT....their excitement and joy are reminisce of my first 18 months here...and now I sit back in my chair and watch with pleasure as they begin to build the next phase of God's great rescue in Bay St Louis.

I am not sure all the future holds...I know for sure that getting Mel Mitchell in her home is #1 in the next couple of months..Also time to reflect and REST...also hoping to really get to see more of beautiful Mississippi and spend quality time with friends....entering a season of respite after such utter consuming activity brings JOY and the reality that I have to let the top slow down...that could be a bit difficult for couple of weeks...but I know that it is essential to refill the storehouse and prepare for the next leg of this wonderful journey.

Revival is breaking out at St Rose...Fr. Sebastian is preaching "hard" calling us to a new level of intimacy and servant hood...sacrifice in ALL areas....people are reaching out in worship...kneeling, standing...just wanting more...it is SO exciting....

Father that this whole nation would become ablaze for You again...that we would desire to More of YOU in every area...I am so thankful for this wonderful time in Bay St Louis..as I prepare to transition....keep my heart and mind focused on You...to know that where ever You take me...I will see You in everyday moments....Help me to continue to embrace ALL that lies ahead and to keep the fire on the altar burning....love you di