November '12 - College Visits

I had the privilege of visiting with many students as I traveled to Tennessee, back to Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Illinois. I saw students from Asbury University, Chattanooga Community College, Ohio Christian University, Bethel College, Taylor Univeristy, Calvin College, Indiana Wesleyan University and Moody Bible College. The visits are usually pretty fun and definitely make the boring road trips worth it!

These visits allow me to see how the students are doing and find out how to pray for them. It usually opens doors for them to just share their hearts and hopefully for me to encourage them.

One of the perks of the long road trips is I get a chance to see some fun stuff, like downtown Chicago. Fun place to visit, but I don't think I'd like to live there.

October '12 - Asbury Goat Roast

On October 11, the doctor cleared me for travel outside of Ohio, so I left on the 12th for Kentucky to participate in the annual Goat Roast at our WGM Student Involvement Center at Asbury University.

There were between 300-400 in attendance. It was a great weekend, not only helping for this event, but meeting with MKs and many returning students. It was also a privilege to reconnect with Jonathan and Faith Powers, who are now the directors of the WGM Center.

Niece's Wedding - September '12

Christa Banks and Taylor Hadley were married on Sunday, September 9 near Columbus. It was a fun celebration with the family. She's a beautiful bride and Taylor's a pretty nice guy!

I was still in my sling, but had a good time MCing the reception. Here I am with my Aunt Fran.

 

It was a great time with everyone and we had a break in the rain to enjoy the outdoor reception. Christa had her cousins, Brooke and Isaac in the wedding as well. They were pretty cute.

It was a fun day...

August '12 - Shoulder Surgery

 

This pic was taken in a mirror, so it's my left shoulder... I had injured it several years back, but never got it repaired. After several months of therapy the doctor said we could continue to make it stronger, but it would never heal completely without surgery. So after a little 'debate' I finally made the decision to go forward with the 'repair.'

Surgery went very well, but it requires months of therapy to regain range of motion and strength. It's quite the process so encourage anyone you know going through this! :)

The only major restriction after surgery was to not drive long distances for several weeks. Local travel would be fine, but I couldn't begin my college visits until after the sling comes off on Oct 11.

I was able to work from home during this time and be involved locally in the youth group and even got to make it to an OSU game.

September 2010 Prayer Letter

I'll be changing the blogsite soon...and then keeping it up to date. Here is a copy of my September 2010 prayer letter almost ready to be mailed... Thanks, Mike

SCCLC Camps 2010 - Slideshow

Camps 2010