At the Parsonage
Catagory for Posts about the family, friends and happenings of the Owensby Family.
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Today we worked earnestly towards the most fulfilling and exciting portion of the trip for me. I was so excited to begin washing cars today because that meant that we had the opportunity to share our faith. Two things amazed me. First people from Lake Pointe Church took time off from their jobs so that they…
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Today we finalized our plan to participate in a community outreach event in the east Erie towship closest to us. We will be working at a free carwash, hopefully sharing the gospel with many people in the area the love of Jesus Christ. I am so encouraged because we have nearly finished the tasks…
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Today is the second day of our mission trip. As I worked today I realized again how blessed I am to be able to serve God. I have no major skills, I have no overwhelming ability yet God still chooses to use me. As the evening drew to a close, the group decided to…
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It’s been a while since I posted my thoughts and daily activities. Life is busy, but good. You would think that we could enjoy the “lazy days of summer”, but I’m still waiting for them to arrive. Everyday something around me changes. As I watch my children grow and experience life’s stages with our congregation…
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Today we dedicated our daughter Rachel, or rather Steven and I dedicated ourselves to raising her to be all God designed. As I was standing at the podium with Steven, oohing over Rachel, and reigning in Robbie, I was reminded of the seriousness of parenting. I know in some circles the descriptions of parenting have…
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I just completed baking a cake for a friend of mine. Her son is graduating and she asked if I would be willing to bake his cake after finding out a chain bakery refused to try. Since this is a growing hobby of mine I agreed, especially since she had a picture of what she…
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This weekend we were privileged to have the time and opportunity to visit some of our good friends. Without repeating all of his comments, I will echo what Steven said about the rarity and preciousness that good friends can be. I also recieved a wedding invitation from my best friend through childhood, and although our…
Let the Shepherd Lead 