Neill and Esther's Wedding

On Saturday, the 18th of April, Mark had a first: he officiated at the wedding of Neill and Esther, a couple from the church. It was a good day.


I was very proud of my husband!





Neill's brother-in-law, Steve Nadeau, came from Massachusetts for the wedding. We always enjoy his visits.

Jill and her three girls looked beautiful!


All of Esther's grandchildren in attendance.





Mark's sister came and played for the wedding, which I really appreciated, as it would have otherwise been my task!

April Birthdays

In April we had our first birthday supper to celebrate all of the birthdays in a given month. It was an enjoyable time and we look forward to our May birthday supper!

Indian Party

Several weeks ago we had an Indian party after finishing our missionary story Ringu of India's Forest. Ethel and I spent much of the evening getting the children dressed in their turbans and saris! We then played a couple of games and sampled a variety of Indian food. The children enjoyed all of it, and after church the adults came back to help with the leftovers. JJ gave a good description of the food when he fanned his mouth and said, 'I want more, but first I need another drink!'

Good News Baptist Church

You have probably gathered that today is catch up day! On the way to see Mark's family, we stopped in Newtonards to visit the Cullens and their church. Here are some photographs from that time!

Bradfield family

Several weeks ago we were down visiting Mark's family. Here are some photos from that time. Last week Trevor and his family were up. I thought I had some photos from that visit, but I guess I didn't actually take them! Enjoy. You'll see that Ben was the most willing to have his picture taken!

Mark and his dad

Ben and Connor

Ben

Beth and Charlotte

Charlotte and Lynn

Beth and Ben

Ben

Uncle Mark and Ben (Now you know why the nieces and nephews are so happy to see him coming!)

Mothering Sunday

Sunday, March 22, was Mother's Day here in the United Kingdom. It has been a while since we had a church dinner, so we thought this would be a good day to do so, and Mark suggested the men do the serving and cleaning up. The children were drafted into service, as well! When the Sunday school children heard what was planned, they wanted their moms to come, so it took on the proportions of a Christmas dinner!

The children sang two songs with Chloe, Courtney, and Toni singing trio on one of the verses. Nathan, Jade, and Frank read several Bible passages about mothers. All did an excellent job.

It took me half way through the meal to relax and enjoy it - I'm usually the one overseeing the meal, with the excellent help of one of the other church ladies. The men had a great time, but I don't think we women have to worry about losing our jobs! We heard quite a few comments about Father's Day! (which we women think is every church dinner!)

In all fairness to the men, several of the men are always quick to help if needed, and Billy can always be counted on to clear tables after the meal. We are truly blessed with our Bethel family.

Here are some photos from the big day.