Summer 2024 Newsletter
“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.”
Colossians 3:17
Dear Friends, Benefactors, and Supporters,
I praise God for the blessings of our 2024 Celebration of Life Banquet! It was such a beautiful evening with so many wonderful and inspirational moments. The beautiful testmonies, the awesome entertainment, the fun and talented Matt Birk, the delicious dinner, and the message about the beauty and gift of all life, made in the image of God, ensured a fantastic night!
From the stirring, life giving prayer and words from Deacon Kris Ringwall to the tremendously talented performance from Dancemania, performers with special needs from Lundstrum Performing Arts studio, the night started off great under the witty and entertaining direction from our incomparable M.C. Matt Birk.
A grateful thank you for the amazing testimonies given: Andrew and Elisa Armstrong shared about baby Peter and Jessie Tieva and Amanda Gust shared about baby Abel. Both of these precious babies had Trisomy 18, and both inspired so much good in the world in the short time they lived. Jeff and Susan Smith, long time advocates and parents of several adopted children with special needs spoke about the challenges families face, miracles, and the gift of every life.
We were incredibly blessed with the brilliantly talented and dynamic trio of Mick Sterling, Cate Fierro, and Rick Carlson. Everyone, young and old, enjoyed the beautiful voices of Mick and Cate and the genius piano playing of Rick. It was an outstanding and thoroughly enjoyable performance, and we are so thankful to them. We could have listened to them all night long!
We are so appreciative to everyone who came to the banquet, all who helped with it, the clergy, the families, the volunteers, all who donated, all who pray, all who support us in any way. Thank you so much!
It can get ugly and hard at times fighting for the truth that all life is precious and a gift from God, made in His image. It seems like people have forgotten about the Ten Commandments and that God is the Author of life. God is love and truth, and all life is a gift to be treasured, nurtured, and helped to reach its full potential. With your continued help, we will continue to offer life-affirming support, information, and encouragement to our families and educate the world that every life has meaning, value, and a purpose!
Praying for an abundance of faith, hope and joy in Jesus for you and your loved ones.
With deep appreciation and love,
Mary Kellett
