Unexpected News

This post is difficult to write, because the news was so unexpected. As of December 31, 2008, my school, Pillsbury Baptist Bible College will be ceasing it's academic responsibilities. Because of it's closing, all the students are having to transfer to different schools in order to finish their degrees, and all the faculty and staff are without employment. Though this is very difficult, I am so glad that God is in control of all things. This news was not a surprise to God; He knew before Pillsbury even began as a college fifty-two years ago that it would be closed at the end of this year. Though all of the students have had a hard time accepting the fact that we, the student body will be separated, we are all excited to see how God will work in all of our lives because of this change. We have had emotional days, but God has given us grace for each day. Praise God for His amazing sovereignty and His love that He demostrates to us each and every day. Please be in prayer for the decisions that all of the students, faculty, and staff will have to make within the next couple of months.

A Special Weekend

One thing now at college that I have learned is that weekends are a wonderful time of the week. With Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays relaxation is possible. One weekend in particular was that of October 3rd through 5th. The floor leaders were able to get away to Emily's house for a time of fun and relaxation. Michelle was unable to go with us due to a trip that she had already planned. Pastor Haynes, Emily's father, is a photographer, so we coordinated our outfits to blend in to the fall colors and got our pictures taken outside. Here are a few pictures that were taken.

Prayer Request

A dear man from my extension church in Albert Lea, Mr. Leonard Frazier, has been having quite severe physical problems. At seventy-five years of age, his appendix ruptured causing an emergency surgery at 2:30 Tuesday morning. The medication that he is now on causes him to hallucinate thus making it very difficult on his family members. Please pray for Mr. Frazier's health and for the strength of his daughters as they take care of him. Mr. Frazier has been such an encouragement to me ever since I have been attending Faith Baptist Church. The quote, "Only one life, 'twill soon be past, only what's done for Christ will last," has always been a theme in his life, that has challenged me to make each moment of my life count for eternity. As the Lord brings Mr. Frazier to mind, please pray for both he and his family.