Beginnings and Endings

Father and son after a long night!

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These two boys are in different stages of transition. Gabriel (left) is just beginning a new life. He doesn't know what is in store and it seems that he doesn't care about what is ahead as long as the milk keeps coming and his diaper is changed periodically. He might be the future president of the Republic (let's pray that he isn't) but as long as his minimum needs are met he's OK.

Jackson is well along in years (26 going on 27)and he is ending an important part of his life. He is in the last of five semesters of his Seminary training. In just four short months he will be entering the spooky world of those looking for ministry opportunities. Which of the two do you think needs more prayer?

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