The debate last night between Obama and McCain was not high on my list of things to do last night. I didn't watch it, but I did pull up some the video on YouTube from CSPAN.
I am bias toward McCain because he votes Pro-Life and that is my #1 issue for this election. Obama is pro-abortion and would have unrestricted abortions in this country is elected.
I watch Fox News most days and listen to Rush Limbaugh a little bit, but my days are busy with watching children, homeschooling and transporting to different activities so I don't always have time for TV or radio.
We are a very conservative family who is pro-life and believe that children are a blessing from the Lord. My husband is a energetic pastor who preaches the Bible and its application every Sunday. He also does some history lessons from the Bible who it applies to the scripture.
See you in church!!!!
God Bless,
Amy
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Saturday, April 26, 2008
UMC General Conference - April 25 & 26
I read the update concerning General Conference today, but didn't see much that was of interest. They haven't passed any changes to the Book of Discipline or new resolutions yet. They are working in sub-committees I believe.
Even though tomorrow is Sunday, it is still considered a work day for General Conference. After worship in the morning, the delegates will have to meet with their committees. They have approximately 1,500 pieces of legislation to get through next week.
Today was a down day at our home. We try to make Saturday as low key as possible. I did some laundry because I don't want to do any tomorrow.
Tomorrow is Faith Promise Sunday with Fred Chase being the guest speaker. Faith Promise is our mission budget for the year. This year the goal is $15,000. We probably will make that goal with the pledges. There is a pitch-in after church. Our kids love these. They get to try food that we don't fix at home very often.
The kids are in bed. My turn.
Amy
Even though tomorrow is Sunday, it is still considered a work day for General Conference. After worship in the morning, the delegates will have to meet with their committees. They have approximately 1,500 pieces of legislation to get through next week.
Today was a down day at our home. We try to make Saturday as low key as possible. I did some laundry because I don't want to do any tomorrow.
Tomorrow is Faith Promise Sunday with Fred Chase being the guest speaker. Faith Promise is our mission budget for the year. This year the goal is $15,000. We probably will make that goal with the pledges. There is a pitch-in after church. Our kids love these. They get to try food that we don't fix at home very often.
The kids are in bed. My turn.
Amy
Thursday, April 24, 2008
General Conference - April 24
Today at General Conference wasn't very exciting today. They have had worship services along with some orientation sessions for some of the delegates.
There were some discussions about HIV/AIDS policies, poverty, health and wellness within the UMC. On the General Conference website, are listed goals for poverty, global health, new and renewed congregations and for Christian leadership. I wonder how they came up with some of the percentages for some of the programs. These are good goals, but I hope they aren't being unrealistic with some of the goals and how do they measure some of the goals.
Conservative Judicial Council members need to be elected. I believe that five will be elected. The JC can basically overrule the Book of Discipline principles especially if they aren't very clear. The General Conference needs to elect conservative members so they will uphold the Book of Discipline.
Today at Birthright was very uneventful today. We are a few clients wanting formula. WIC (Women Infant Children) that provides formula vouchers has cut down on the amount of formula that they receive. They get enough for 2 weeks per month. We have had lots of formula requests since they changed. Some of our clients need to learn to budget their food stamp money. We just try to love them.
Dd did her school work while I finished mowing the yard. I'm glad I got it done because it will be raining tonight. We have a very high chance of severe weather tonight and tomorrow. Too bad the kids will not be able to play outside. At least my flowers will get watered.
God Bless,
Amy
There were some discussions about HIV/AIDS policies, poverty, health and wellness within the UMC. On the General Conference website, are listed goals for poverty, global health, new and renewed congregations and for Christian leadership. I wonder how they came up with some of the percentages for some of the programs. These are good goals, but I hope they aren't being unrealistic with some of the goals and how do they measure some of the goals.
Conservative Judicial Council members need to be elected. I believe that five will be elected. The JC can basically overrule the Book of Discipline principles especially if they aren't very clear. The General Conference needs to elect conservative members so they will uphold the Book of Discipline.
Today at Birthright was very uneventful today. We are a few clients wanting formula. WIC (Women Infant Children) that provides formula vouchers has cut down on the amount of formula that they receive. They get enough for 2 weeks per month. We have had lots of formula requests since they changed. Some of our clients need to learn to budget their food stamp money. We just try to love them.
Dd did her school work while I finished mowing the yard. I'm glad I got it done because it will be raining tonight. We have a very high chance of severe weather tonight and tomorrow. Too bad the kids will not be able to play outside. At least my flowers will get watered.
God Bless,
Amy
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Democratic Party / General Conference
I come from a fairly conservative family and I have become more conservative as my family has grown.
I look at the Democratic Party and I wonder what is the difference between the two candidates; maybe liberal and more liberal. What is the difference between the candidates? If either one of them get elected, we will have higher taxes, less choice in everything, higher prices, worse public schools, etc. I just can't believe that anyone would vote for them.
After mowing the grass today, I totally forgot about my dd piano lessons. I rescheduled for tomorrow afternoon. My dh will take her as I will be at Birthright tomorrow afternoon.
As the end of the school year approaches, we are getting done with more of dd's curriculum. We are done with math, language and American History. Abeka is one of the best curriculum's for homeschoolers.
These Most Shocking TV shows on TruTV are great shows. We enjoy watching them after the kids on in bed. We also like to watch Forensic Files. Some the stories are unbelievable but they are interesting to watch. It helps us to destress. My dh has a very stressful job as a Pastor. He is extremely busy with meetings, trying to merge two churches, visitation, etc. He just has lots to do and is sometimes gone a lot.
General Conference is this week and we all need to be praying that they will stay within the United Methodist founding principles. Here is a link to a prayer calendar for General Conference. Please pray for General Conference because the future of the United Methodist Church is at stake. Here is a link concerning General Conference from the renewal movements perspective. There are some very good articles on this site along with General Conference information.
Tomorrow or sometime this week, I will give my opinions about what is happening on General Conference.
Have a great week.
I look at the Democratic Party and I wonder what is the difference between the two candidates; maybe liberal and more liberal. What is the difference between the candidates? If either one of them get elected, we will have higher taxes, less choice in everything, higher prices, worse public schools, etc. I just can't believe that anyone would vote for them.
After mowing the grass today, I totally forgot about my dd piano lessons. I rescheduled for tomorrow afternoon. My dh will take her as I will be at Birthright tomorrow afternoon.
As the end of the school year approaches, we are getting done with more of dd's curriculum. We are done with math, language and American History. Abeka is one of the best curriculum's for homeschoolers.
These Most Shocking TV shows on TruTV are great shows. We enjoy watching them after the kids on in bed. We also like to watch Forensic Files. Some the stories are unbelievable but they are interesting to watch. It helps us to destress. My dh has a very stressful job as a Pastor. He is extremely busy with meetings, trying to merge two churches, visitation, etc. He just has lots to do and is sometimes gone a lot.
General Conference is this week and we all need to be praying that they will stay within the United Methodist founding principles. Here is a link to a prayer calendar for General Conference. Please pray for General Conference because the future of the United Methodist Church is at stake. Here is a link concerning General Conference from the renewal movements perspective. There are some very good articles on this site along with General Conference information.
Tomorrow or sometime this week, I will give my opinions about what is happening on General Conference.
Have a great week.
Friday, April 4, 2008
Almost Spring (I think)???
Today is dh's day off. We usually try to do something fun as a family. We purchased Alvin and the Chipmunks on DVD and watched it tonight while eating waffles in the family room. The kids loved it. Dd is 7 and ds is 4. They are great kids.
Tomorrow I have a Birthright staff meeting at Linda's home. I will be picking up one or two other volunteers. We are so much fun at these meetings. Of course, the food is wonderful. All the volunteers are great cooks.
Have a blessed Saturday.
Tomorrow I have a Birthright staff meeting at Linda's home. I will be picking up one or two other volunteers. We are so much fun at these meetings. Of course, the food is wonderful. All the volunteers are great cooks.
Have a blessed Saturday.
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