2012-12-24 Short Order Update

Cook's Short Order Update

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** Just a Note
God has interesting timing. In the last couple days He generously supplied extra donations in our mail box and we were breathing thanks to Him. Then, He decided it should be spent on vehicle repair as our van has asked for a gasket replacement and new alternator. Several hundred dollars later, our horse is ready to carry us places again. We thank God for providing what was needed in advance of the need.

We have been blessed with several new supporters. A few individuals have contacted us this month saying they will be helping with our support beginning in January. One is a story of God's providence through the years. In short, someone we supported years ago is now on our support team, both through prayer and finances.

** That Ain't Right
Names changed for safety.

One day this summer, Michelle watched and listened as Grange told a much younger boy, Ty, that he should be with his counselor. Ty didn't see the need. After some conversation Grange insisted because it would be safer that way. Ty still didn't understand. Grange, not knowing who Michelle was, told Ty that, "You don't know what this lady might do." Ty laughed because he knew Michelle. With concern in his voice, Grange said that Ty might not be safe if Grange's dad, or someone like him, came up the driveway at camp. Grange is just a teen.

That ain't right.

** Please... pray
- for our campers - Christmas and New Years Day are tough times for them and their single parent moms/dads
- that we will soon be at full support so our attention won't be so spread out
- that we will find quality staff for this summer
- that we will find a place closer to camp

** Praise the Lord!
- that Bryan is with us for a few weeks!
- for time to refresh as a family last week
- for a beautiful place to call home - THANKS friends!
- for wind in the trees around our home
- several new supporters

** Looking Ahead
New Update Letter coming to your box this month - if you have moved please let us know your new address asap.
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