We apologize for the delay in posting these photos and blog. Debbie flew out to Iowa to help her mom after surgery and life keeps zipping by at a faster rate than expected! In addition, we have attached our winter newsletter for those of you who are not on our mailing list - if you want to be, please send us an email and we will add you. The sun is back in abundance and we still have about a foot or more of snow on the ground. As you might know, Chris had cataract surgery that was very successful and we are grateful for all of your prayers. God led us to a Christian doctor that prayed with him before his procedure.
As we head into spring, Victory continues to be busy with conference groups, family, and pastor retreats. In May, the youth from Anchorage, Palmer, and Wasilla will come up for outdoor education classes that our staff leads. It is a humbling privilege for us to be able to serve all the different walks of life that pass through our gates.We are really enjoying teaching Sunday School also. Our Pilgrim's Progress curriculum is a huge hit and the kids are learning important truths of the gospel and gaining a richer understanding of Christ's work in the life of a believer.
Last week we were taking a walk and we both commented about how joyful we were to be serving here and how at this point in our lives we possess the least amount of "stuff" and are at our happiest. Joy is a gift that God has given us. "The joy of the Lord is your strength" - Nehemiah 8:10. God focused us in on His plan for us and we rejoice over what He has done for us.
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit". Romans 15:13.
Our pastor urged us in church last week that if you want this God designed life you must know the designer. We cannot know the will of God without studying the word of God. But when studying, take the word from your head to your heart! Now give action to God's word and bear much fruit!
"But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night". Psalm 1:2. Now go to your Bible and read all of Psalm 1.
Please cry out to our God and ask Him for all you need!
The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you - Chris, Debbie, and Liam
Ice skating on Index Lake
A hat Debbie made as a baby gift
Surprise baby shower!
Christmas presents!
Women's conference at Victory featuring the author Tracie Peterson
Victory Peak
Fund raiser and silent auction at Glacier View School
Morning sky
Everything grows bigger in Alaska!
Ice on Matanuska River
Debbie's mom visits Alaska
Game time!
Chris doing morning rounds
Christmas party!
Christmas vacation with the girls!
Christmas tree hunting!
Hockey or broomball
The creeks tend to glacier over and threaten the nearby roads - a constant battle!
Just like going to the beach!
Sledding down Ranch Camp hill
Our chickadees - how many do you see?!
Plaque dedicated to our founder on Inspiration Point
The sun hits us up on Inspiration Point for a few minutes! January, 2
The view from Inspiration Point, January, 2
Cross-country skiing
Chris after his cataract procedure!
Our Sunday school class acting out the Armor of God.
What Liam did over spring break - geometry!
Spring hiking
