Ministry

"Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had appointed them.  And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted.  And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.  Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen."
                                                                Matthew 28:16-20 

I have Jesus Christ, a REAL and LIVING SAVIOR. And over the past 2 years, the Lord has really been working in mine and Tim's lives.   I learn more and more each day how truly blessed I am to be married to Tim, a man who is God-fearing with a servant's heart.  Back in August, Tim answered the calling to preach.  He has since become a Licensed Preacher by our church through the Western Conference of the Original Free Will Baptists.  Our families, church family, and friends have been so supportive and encouraging to both of us and we ask that you all please continue to remember us in prayer.  We are thankful for the opportunities God has already provided and look forward to seeing what else He has in store!

In case anyone is wondering- Tim is still working for the City of Raleigh.  He is currently taking classes at Carolina Bible Institute & Seminary.  He still has several hours of courses to take before he can be ordained (it will take a few years).  Who knows where the Lord will lead...       

Cookin'

Most people who know me, know that I am not a "cook."  It seems that every year around this time, I get this hankerin' to want to start cooking and I get ambitious.  This year is no exception, although I have made simplicity my goal this time around.  My most recent adventure was yesterday when I made chicken pastry, following instructions given to me by a good friend.  It was great!  And, I think it was even better tonight when we had it as leftovers, although Tim said he liked it the first time around better.  Anyway, it was a super easy "recipe" and one I will surely use again!  Oh, and in case anyone is wondering, no, I did not actually make the pastry strips from scratch (why mess up what Anne makes so well!)  Tomorrow I plan to try a Tortilla Soup recipe that I found here. 

I'm an Aunt

And Tim is an uncle!  My brother and sister-in-law welcomed my beautiful niece Francisca Alicia Hornaday (Ali) into the world on October 18, 2012 at 7:10pm.  Unfortunately, I was not able to be there (in Maryland) when she was born, but I did get to go see her a few days later.  She's so cute and tiny!  I love her so much already and am so excited to get to be a part of her life!  I can't wait to see her again... I really wish they lived closer!

Bloggin' Again

Well, hello there!  I have decided to try blogging again... not that I think people are all that eager to read about what is going on in our lives, but maybe there is someone out there who is interested.  And if not, that's ok too... it will be a nice little journal for me.  So, here we go again...