(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 O soul, are you weary and troubled? No light in the darkness you see? There's light for a look at the Savior, And life more abundant and free! CHORUS Turn you eyes upon Jesus, Look full in … Continue reading #204: Turn Your Eyes upon Jesus
Chiming in …
I've been living life, some of which will come up in Monday's fitness blog, but haven't spent time chronicling it, so instead today, before I run out of day without posting anything, I've decided to throw up an older video clip from a Easter service several years ago. Hallelujah just seems appropriate in thanks for … Continue reading Chiming in …
A Blast of the Past #102: Hannibal
On the way back from our meeting with family in Ohio, and tour of the parks, we stopped to see some sights in Hannibal. We always prefer going across Missouri on Route 36 (eventually Interstate I-72?) through Hannibal rather than I-70 to St. Louis. For the first time, for me and the kids, not sure … Continue reading A Blast of the Past #102: Hannibal
A Look Ahead …
This week's look ahead has four items, including glance ahead teasers ... AUMC -- Vacation Bible School Avondale United Methodist Church Invites Families to Rome: Paul and the Underground Church [Kansas City, MO] A summer family event called Rome: Paul and the Underground Church will be hosted at Avondale United Methodist Church. Families step back … Continue reading A Look Ahead …
#203: Whosoever Will
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 "Whosoever heareth" -- shot, shot the sound! Spread the blessed tidings all the world around; Tell the joyful news wherever man is found: "Whosoever will may come". CHORUS "Whosoever will, whosoever will!" Send the proclamation over vale … Continue reading #203: Whosoever Will
Food — With a Lack of Personality
Today I want to discuss a feature of the food plan at Worlds of Fun that has been overlooked this year. For the previous two years, the foods section of WOF has had a face and a personality: Kevin Williams, executive chef. He gave color and was a presence at the BBQ & Brew Festival, … Continue reading Food — With a Lack of Personality
Fitness Update: Kansas City Corporate Challenge Triathlon
Yesterday was the Kansas City Corporate Challenge Triathlon. We had a lot of rain the night before, and the night before that. We almost wondered if it might be canceled. But it wasn't. The day dawned cool and damp. They modified the route. The bicycles went backwards upon their course, and the running was at … Continue reading Fitness Update: Kansas City Corporate Challenge Triathlon
#202: In Times Like These
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 In times like these you need a Savior, In times like these you need an anchor; Be very sure, be very sure Your anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock! REFRAIN This Rock is Jesus, Yes, He's … Continue reading #202: In Times Like These
Some (un)official attractions at Worlds of Fun
When I started to write this post, I intended to add a map to illustrate where the items I will talk about are located. But when I went to Google Maps I noticed that the new changes to the Worlds of Fun entrance are not on there. And the Worlds of Fun official site uses … Continue reading Some (un)official attractions at Worlds of Fun
A Blast of the Past #101: Cedar Point
Cedar Point was another destination on our 2008 tour. We had a lot of fun, in both the water and amusement park sections. but we came back with very few pictures. Here they are: We enjoyed the Joe Cool Cafe, and still have the lunch boxes the kids meals came in. Wonder if the restaurant … Continue reading A Blast of the Past #101: Cedar Point