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May 25 Memorial DayHappy Memorial Day everyone. We are headed to Pastor Beatty's great church in Garretsville for the annual Memorial Day services and picnic. Then we will head to Union City Indiana for the funeral of a dear friend, Ed Burton. Before we left Mesick, we were able to finally get delivery on the headstone for my son Jeremy's cemetary site. I will include pictures below of this special time with the family while at the cemetary. Jeremy was a wonderful young man, and we miss his presence greatly. There are no words to explain how we still miss him, but we know we shall see him someday in Heaven. May God richly bless all of you on this Memorial Day.
-Pastor Ben
I designed the stone myself as a Bible with John 3:16 personalized for Jeremy to tell others of his salvation in Jesus Christ.
Debbie looking at the stone and Bethany taking a picture. The plaque behind the headstone was put there by Jessica.
Bethany taking another picture. You can see the size better from this perspective. Carter, Parker, and Jessica posing with the headstone. Carter and Parker started bringing "Uncle Jeremy" small stones to place on the headstone.
Our dear brother, Ed Burton, sitting behind Pastor Shepherd in the last Lordship Conference at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Union City, Indiana. Ed is sitting with his precious wife Iris ("Red"). Ed was so faithful to the Lord for many years, always faithful to his pastor, and a good friend to my family and me. Debbie, Bethany, Jennifer, and I always stayed with Ed and Iris when we went to the Conference there. I remember many nights staying up listening to Ed tell story after story of his many experiences. I learned so much from him. I'm sure he is having a shouting time in heaven right now. Remember Iris in your prayers. She will be lonely without her dear husband. May 22 Portland ConferenceApril 3-6
It is always a pleasure to go to Town Center Baptist Church in Portland for their Conference. I flew out with Bethany this year, and we were pretty sick with the flu. I think we might have given it to almost everyone who was there at the conference. However, the meetings were good. Pastor Anthony Garrisi was there with his family, and the theme was "The Old Paths."
There was a preachers/mens day on Monday with Prime Rib waiting for us at lunch time. We toured the Leatherman's plant on Tuesday, and I was sick in bed all day Wednesday. I did preach through. And I sang on Sunday, a couple of songs before my voice gave out. Bethany was able to be a blessing to everyone too.
Dan Zike led singing, and Dr. Wright actually played his sax for the congregational music
Mark Jackson got to introduce his new son to the crowd, while Dr. Wright looks on.
Bethany played the Offertory with Mrs. Wright. Maybe that's why I got such a good love-offering.
Anthony Garrisi Family sang, and Bro. Anthony preached.
Terry Danford's Preacher's ConferenceApril 27-28
I had the privilege of attending the Preacher's Conference at First Baptist Church at Lizton, pastored by Bro. Terry Danford. I enjoyed myself greatly. All the preaching was right on, the men's meeting was very informative, and the food was great. Thank you to all the people of Pastor Danford's flock for providing such a hospitable environment.
May God richly bless you all for all your hard work in hosting the conference.
-Ben
 Bro. Danford and his children singing. His wife was over on the piano.
 My dear friend Pastor Greg Wilson preaching.
 Rob and Denise Wilson sang and provided the music for the conference. It was so good to see them again after all these years.
 Bro. David Porter preaching. It has been several years since his brain tumor surgery. Praise the Lord for his faithful service going through this time of illness.
Pastor Bart Spencer from Holland Michigan preached a great message. It was good to make his acquaintance again. |
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