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Proud Dad Moment

I will have more pictures and stories from the baptism yesterday…it was truly an amazing day. But while I organize that post, please indulge a moment of fatherly pride as I post this video…the baptism of my oldest son, Michael.

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Drive-by Book Reviews

It’s been a while, so here are a few of the books that I have managed to read during the previous weeks. The Iron King by Maurice Druon Think 21st century politics is corrupt? Meet King Philip the Fair and the intrigue surrounding his reign in 14th century France. The prose is a little stilted…

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Youth Group Inauguration

Last night our congregation marked yet another milestone as the youth group (called Mocidade IBRE) was officially inaugurated. The event was completely organized by our young people, who will be taking the leadership role as the project moves forward. As usual, we’ve got pictures! We love icebreakers! Itacyara and friend. William “playing around” in the…

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Camp Elim: The Wall, Phase 2

Earlier this week I spent a few more days at the camp, and was able to bring the wall project almost to completion. Below are some pictures of the process: A tractor clears out the land behind the wall. Improvised scaffolding. The sword and the trowel… Antonio the bricklayer, laying bricks. Cleared out area. Can…