God is blessing

I am overwhelmed with how God is blessing our church body in so many ways.  First of all, people are coming to know Christ!   Over the weekend our church hosted a marriage event called the Art of Marriage.  Its a video based seminar that we have enjoyed over the last year.  This was the third event over the last 12 months that we as a church have done.  Between  those 3 weekends, approximately 95 couples have attended.  Many lives were changed and marriage's recharged.  This past weekend in particular we were able to see 3 people put their trust in Christ for the first time and 2 others rededicated their life and marriage to the Lord and many others who testified of life change.  It was SO exciting to be a part of!   Another way God is blessing Crossroads is bringing individuals and families to church who are seeking!  They may already have a relationship with the Lord but they are seeking growth and a church body to serve at.  It was overwhelming yesterday to be on stage and literally see just about every seat taken... in both services!  This past week, the church staff added close to 35 extra chairs because over the last few weeks, we have run out of seating.  Scott and I are overwhelmed by God's goodness, His desire to bless the ministry here and His grace that He grants to the leadership.  Over the last 14+ years of full time ministry, we have been a part of some wonderful churches.  Churches that taught us so much about trusting in Him and the importance of discipleship, evangelism and leadership.  But it is so exciting to be a part of something so BIG! 

 Something that is so much bigger than us.  We are truly grateful for how 

God is blessing and we are praying everyday for wisdom, grace, guidance etc.

More pictures

Life has kinda been crazy so I haven't taken as much time to figure out new things on my camera.  This morning we woke up to this beautiful snowfall.  Although it was too warm to last, and it became rather sloppy and slushy by mid-morning, it was pretty to look at early this morning.

 I of course wanted to stay warm in my PJ's in the comfort of my house,  so I took these from my bedroom french door.

 When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the

moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is

 man that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you

 care for him?

The Number 6

 Hmmmmm.... the number 6.  The number 6 has become quite popular in the Yoder home over the last 2 months.  You see...that is the number of children God has decided to bless us with. 

 Yes, you read that right.  I am pregnant and due mid-August.  Scott and I were surprised with this news the week before Christmas.  What a special Christmas 2011 will be remembered as!

We realize that this is truly a GIFT from God.  Although it may have surprised some...it did not surprise HIM!  We are very excited and anticipate the birth of this precious little baby!