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Graduation Day!

After five years of hard work Jackson has arrived at graduation day! It was a joint effort these last two years with Annie by his side. And the arrival of Gabriel added another dimension to the seminary schedule. Jackson received a special award at the graduation banquet. He was elected by the student body and professors as Student of the Year!

Basking in the memories of these five years one could meditate on the highs and lows that have been integral in moulding three lives for future ministry. But I praise the Lord for shaping His will in these cherished family members lives through each and every event.

When Dawn and I dedicated Annie to Christ more than 25 years ago we couldn't have imagined the script that He would place in her hands. And only He knows what the future will hold. Our prayer is that God will use them mightily in His service and that He will continue to direct their every step.

Pray for them as they prepare for a visit to the States. Jackson is in the process to get his visa. This will require a mountain of paperwork and trip to Rio for an interview. Their plans are to study at The Wilds and take a few classes at Bob Jones University, and then to return to Brazil to begin a camping ministry.
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