Youth Group Sings for Church

It was with great enthusiasm and exhilaration that the Burlington church enjoyed the participation of the youth group as they sang to the congregation. The great harmonization was a true inspiration as all could see their great cooperation. (It was a true revelation) OK I'll quit. (Yes I know that line didn't rhyme) No seriously! Special thanks to all who sang in the youth group! I really appreciate it!

On a more personal note...

OK, I'll admit it. I'm just plain blogged out! With Cherie being out of town, I can't even post any recent pictures! Thus the question remains, What do you blog about when there's very little happening in your world? Granted, I could talk about some interesting things that happen at work but they read my blog too! (: Any suggestions?

If America wants to get serious with terrorists...

With all the unrest in the Middle East and with North Korea insisting on firing roman candles and an assortment of other fireworks into the Pacific, these pictures are designed to have a calming effect on all viewers. I think it's were hope for peace lies.

Famed Kick Boxer wins Camper of the Week!

In recent news, the infamous Amy Weddle won Camper of the Week at Beula Grove. Seriously, congradulations Amy! We're very proud of you! With Ezra winning Camper of the Week at Alabama Youth Camp, we're definitely blessed with an incredable youth group! P.S. If you want to see a better picture of Amy, just scroll down to the article about the praying hands.

'Hostilities must stop,' UN chief Annan says

Well tell me something I didn't know! I think that this has got to be one of the most ridiculous articles that I've ever read. It is hardly informative! Some of the highlight quotes are, "An immediate cessation of hostility is needed to prevent further loss of innocent life." Brilliant! Why can't I think up cures for the world like this? Another quote states, "Hezbollah's attack was a "clear provocation" that has resulted in the entire nation of Lebanon being held hostage and set back peace talks in the Middle East." Yes, holding soldiers hostage of another nation and firing rockets always tends to stall peace talks a bit. At least someone has all the answers to our problems. OK, in the future I'll try and stay off of politics. (maybe)

3:00 A.M.!

I took several of these cool dudes to St. Mary's Youth Camp Monday night. What a time it was. These fellow's were pumped! Along with singing "Father Abraham", these guy's made sure that I didn't miss a single exit or turnoff the entire trip! It took a while to get them settled in and I didn't return home until 3:00 am (thus the title), but it was worth it. Remember to pray for the remainder of the camp as well as Rock Lake Camp where, the last time I heard from Cherie, their still out of hydro (for you Americans: electricity). Apparently there was a tornado watch along with up to 60 mph winds.

Story Behind "Praying Hands"

This article was submitted by Amy Weddle and is the story behind the "Praying Hands" shown below.

Albrecht Duhrer was a famous painter; but before he became famous, he was poor. He and a friend shared a room and rent. They were both wanting to become artists, and they were too poor to pay for their art classes. They decided that one would work while the other went to art school, so that they could pay for the lessons, while the other learned the trade of painting. Then, once the one learned to paint, the other would learn and the painter would work.

Somehow, it was decided that Albrecht Duhrer would be the one to take the art lessons, and his friend would work to pay for them. Each day, Duhrer learned to paint and his friend worked. When Duhrer had enough experience with art, he started selling his works to help pay for his friend's way through art school. But by now, his friend had labored so long that his hands were calloused, cramped, and his fingers were twisted so, that he couldn't even hold the paintbrush in his hand. So, to pay tribute to his friend, a great Christian man who sacrificed his dream of becoming an artist so he could pay his friend, Albrecht Duhrer's way- Duhrer painted a picture of his hands as he prayed. It blessed Duhrer's heart to see his friend pray, so he gave tribute to him the only way he could- he painted his friends hands, folded in prayer.

Well, I hope I was able to tell the story just right and everything. Enjoy! Amy

D'ya Like Science? Click here!

If you enjoy Creation vs Evolution discussions than try reading this interesting and humorous article posted below. I just love the title. Especially make sure you check out the last three paragraphs of the article that read, "The conclusion was a surprise to the researchers, who had thought one large collection of fossils found together was an indication of some sort of catastrophic event that killed them all at the same time."
It just goes to show that even the Evolutionists have to adapt some parts of Biblical history into their theories; more specificity, a catostropic event. Hmm... do you think that this could possibly have been the flood? No way! There's no way we could consider the Bible as a basis for history! (Not!) Now I know that this article is trying to give the reason for why no or few Tyrannosaurus' have been found from a certain age bracket, however, it is interesting to note the puzzlement of scientist over why so many dinosaurs died at one time! Also note that this "discovery" hardly proves that they died over the course of several weeks. P.S. I took this picture during youth service.

Cornerstone Brass

All of us had a special treat Wednesday night as Cornerstone Brass played a terrific concert at Burlington. That's David on the far left.

News Flash!

This report just in. Another day of uneventful work has passed and not much is going on. It's put the staff here at Titan's place in a bit of a dilemma. Mainly the question is this, What do you blog about when there is no news to share. Hmm. I'll have to ponder that for a while.

This Week's Theme

How will you use your hands to help your neighbour this week?
Even though youth service was smaller in number (due to camp meeting), we had a great time! This cool picture that happens to match the colour coordination of my blog is being used to remind those who attended youth service of the topic for the youth group this week. ->How will I use my hands this week to help my neighbour? (Notice Canadian spelling on neighbour and colour) The object lesson was the game scategories which requires a lot of hand movement. And the challenge was given that even though we don't necessarily "feel" like helping out with the bus ministry, a mission downtown etc., its important to use our hands to help our neighbour out of our love for God. And through a growing love for God will grow a greater love for our neighbours and those around us. The verse used was Philippians 2:4 which reads: Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.

Please don't faint!

Can you believe it? This is no joke! I repeat, this is no Joke. Yesterday, around 12:30 pm, I actually made pancakes! I know this newfound truth will literally put the press world in a state of shock and of course they'll all be phoning here directly for interviews, comments, etc... Thus, I might be preoccupied for a little while...

True Canadian Hockey

Well, our hockey team played to a stunning 3-1 defeat last Thursday night. It was actually a closer game than it sounds because it was still 1-0 coming into the third period. However our efforts were in vain. I did manage to get a good sermon illustration out of the deal however. During the game I bumped one of the opposing players against the boards, and before I could say didely squat he had his gloves off and was trying to reshape the face cage on my helmet. He gave me a bit of a toothache, but I'll bet that he's got a pretty good hand-ache. O well, at least we got the power play. You'll notice that the picture has little to do with this story besides the fact that it was taken in the arena.

Home Alone...

...is definitely quite boring! As most of you probably know, all of the family has left to go to camp. This has put an exceptional amount of free time on my hands. I have to say, it can do funny things to your mind! Check this out-> since this week started I've cleaned out my car thoroughly, cooked french toast, and (no joke) cleaned out my sock drawer! I found matches for socks that I thought I'd lost years ago!

The Bride and groom.

Matt - Rehersal night. (I just couldn't get him with his head up!)

doesn't she look miserable? (:

The Wedding as I saw it...

It was with great joy that I noticed this total knockout at the wedding. She even let me take her picture! Anyways, we started talking and it looks like we're going to be married come September 30th.

It was great to see my cousins Mike and Eunice again.

I call this caption, "video man".

The whole "groomsmen" thing with Japheth is definitely getting to his head.
















You'll notice that Joel is always equipped with the tools of the trade with a diaper in one hand and a Bible in the other.

On the Church pews, Jared is discussing with Brendan how difficult it is to for him to come to place where Matt is.

Half way through the ceremony, Brendan thought it would be funny if he got up and played twinkle, twinkle little star. (we were so mortified)




Luke and Jeremy are having a father-son talk about what the responsibilities of a groom to his bride. While Ezra is a firm believer that white socks are always healthier to wear than black ones.

Dorcas and Matt were in a bit of a hurry so Joel quickly and proficiently married them during the rehearsal. (Just Kidding!)

How about an update???

Yes, I know. My job keeping this blog updated has been slacking this past week to say the least! But have no fear. My family has left the house for two weeks. This gives me way more time than any normal person should have to um... update a blog! As you can see in the pictures shown above. It was with good reason that I've been occupied. Number one, Cherie was here. Number two, Dorcas got married last week. It is with some distress that I've noted that my blog is currently the only one that shows less than about 349 pictures of Dorcas' wedding. Alas, I shall correct the problem (as Eugene from Adventures in Odyssey would say) post-haste! It's also with some glee that I can proudly say that fellow bloggers ribs and JByer are both at Camp so that means that I have an intensified freedom of the press. Actually, there's nothing I'd like better to do than be at camp right now. This will be the first one I've ever missed since I've been born. O well, not everyone can be on welfare.