What a lovely couple of days God gave us for our trip to New Hampshire.  We left at 9 am Friday morning and went the scenic way to shop and have lunch together, then shop some more on our way up to The Wilds of New England.  Gretchen Fant spoke so well on the topic of Faith. She was very down-to-earth and challenging in her delivery.  As you can see there was plenty of time for relaxation, as well.  We all enjoyed the fellowship together!

The “Before” picture

At the Salvation Army Super Store

Remember, no furniture, ladies! 😉

Of course, it’s only 10 pm. That’s not too late for a little ice cream, right?

What a beautiful camp!

Waiting for the hayride . . .

Enjoying the pretty flowers . . .

The “After” picture

What a fantastic day we had on Sunday, September 1, 2013! Praise the Lord! We had quite a few local visitors and a bus load of special guests from around the country. The Free Will Baptist Home Missions Hertitage Tour Rolled in before Sunday School. Pastor Henry Horne from Union Chapel Free Will Baptist Church in Chocowinity, NC, preached a message for the Teens and all adult Sunday School classes, which met in the auditorium.

Christy Reynolds’ childhood pastor, Pastor Dann Patrick from Faith Free Will Baptist Church in Goldsboro, NC, who also married Pastor Bill and Christy, preached for the Worship Hour. Praise the Lord, one person prayed to ask the Lord Jesus to forgive her sins and be her Savior after the service.
Then we headed to the fellowship hall where our church folks put out quite a spread! Steamed Clams, Stuffed Quahogs, Clam Chowder, Baked Stuffed Flounder,  Italian food, Allie’s Donut Cake, and more gave these special guests a taste of Rhode Island! Thanks to all who helped, especially Ray Warner, Melissa Titzman, and Shirley Hargraves.  And of course, thank you to Pastor Bill for fileting all that flounder!
Special thanks to all the guests from our sister Free Will Baptist Churches for worshiping with us. We so enjoyed your fellowship!

Henry Horne taught Sunday School.

The teens and adults met in the auditorium for SS.

Sue Goodfellow’s SS Class

Anna Gedeon on piano, Billy Reynolds on guitar

Michaela Reynolds & Tabetha Gedeon on Flutes, Mary Edmonds on Clavinova

A medley of Majesty/How Great Thou Art arranged by Christy Reynolds

Sarah Reynolds & Michaela Rush on Violins, Hannah Reynolds on Trumpet

The Worship Hour

So nice to have everyone from Home Missions.

Dann Patrick, Christy Reynolds’ childhood pastor, preached the Worship Hour.

The Free Will Baptist Heritage Tour worshiped with us.

Amber & Anna await the yummy lunch.

It’s lunch time!

It was so nice to have our special guests from all over the US

It’s almost time to eat!

“Steamahs,” “Chowdah,” & “Stuffies” along with Baked Stuffed Fluke

Melissa, Ray, & Shirley made a mean chowder!

Smile, Mary!

Yes, I’ll take some rotini!

Great fellowship . . .

Corina cleaning up with “a spoonful of sugar!”

Christy’s Parents, Mary & Ed Edmonds with Brenda & Dann Patrick

Pastor Bill & Christy with the Patricks

A picture with Grandma & Granddaddy

This year we used “The Kingdom Chronicles” from AIG for our Vacation Bible School on July 15-19.  The kids had a great time as we traveled back to medieval times and learned how to become part of God’s Kingdom and how to put on His armor.  We learned so much about God’s love for us!!! The kids had fun in games, crafts, snacks, and Bible lessons.  Special thanks to all the workers, and especially the group from Lake Road Free Will Baptist Church in Maine.  Thanks for your help!

This year our Free Family Fun Fair was on July 13, 2013 and featured a Dunk Tank, Slip & Slide, and Bouncy Slide along with the usual games and treats. Although there were occasional showers, we enjoyed the overcast day because it kept us cool! It was great to see everyone who came out–we had an awesome day. Praise the Lord! Special thanks to the group from Lake Road Free Will Baptist Church in Maine for coming down to help out!

Hugs are nice!