Friday, June 19, 2009

Can you believe its summertime again? Things seem to be rolling by so quickly that before we know it, another amazing summer is upon us! Month after month God’s faithfulness has carried us through in greater glory than before. From concerts, to traveling, to milestones and more- each day reveals a new facet of God’s plans and purposes.


The Work in Europe

The doors in Europe have also opened wide for us, as we continue to travel and minister to the people. This summer, we will be ministering in England, Spain, and Germany. We will be evangelizing, preaching and speaking in several churches and even a few youth camps. The hunger of God is great among these people and we are honored to be of use to the Lord in any area of need.


The Sound of Music


As you already know, Isaac has launched a CD. The people have been responding amazingly to it, and have requested concerts all throughout the country of Mexico. Isaac has already performed dozens of times, and each concert opens doors for new ones. The most recent was held in Monterrey, Mexico during our “Prophets Arise” conference. The turnout was over four thousand people, and many were inspired to stand and the promises of God over their lives. Isaac is currently translating his music so that we can offer the message to all the English speakers. Studio recordings are set for later on in the year.


Of Global Influence


Recently, I made a short video about Phenylketonuria and it got quite a bit of attention. I submitted it to the Rare Disease Organization in Europe, and it won first place! PKU (short for Phenylketonuria) is the rare disorder with which Katy (our daughter) was diagnosed. Now, geneticists, neurologists, nutritionists, medical students and more are using my video to explain the condition to their patients and students. They show it at conferences worldwide and present it to doctors, lawmakers, scientists and more. In May, my video was featured in Athens, Greece to many influential people of the rare disease community. I have even found my video on Encyclopedia.com! If you would like to see it, simply log onto www.rarediseaseday.org. You will see it at the bottom of the page.



Katy’s Miracle Unfolding


Katy’s development continues to flourish. Her strength is better each day as she gains coordination and muscle movement control. Her focus is also expanding greatly. She is able to sit and perform activities for an extended period of time with no trouble. Even though she is still not talking, her language skills are blossoming. She is able to say a few words, such as “again,” “more,” “ma,” “out,” etc.

She is also able to understand regular conversations and carry out orders. Katy can point out what she wants through sign language, which she is acquiring quickly. Her latest milestones are babbling and jumping.
We are very proud of her, since it has taken two years of therapy to accomplish. Please continue to keep her in your prayers, as God is still working on our little three year old.

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