MERRY CHRISTMAS, NOT HAPPY HOLIDAYS

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Amen to This!

*Twas the month before Christmas*
*When all through our land,*
*Not a Christian was praying*
*Nor taking a stand.*
*See the PC Police had taken away,*
*The reason for Christmas - no one could say.*
*The children were told by their schools not to sing,*
*About Shepherds and Wise Men and Angels and things.*
*It might hurt people's feelings, the teachers would say*
* December 25th is just a "Holiday ".*

*Yet the shoppers were ready with cash, checks and credit*
*Pushing folks down to the floor just to get it!*
*CDs from Madonna, an X BOX, an I-pod*
*Something was changing, something quite odd! *
*Retailers promoted Ramadan and Kwanzaa*
*In hopes to sell books by Franken &Fonda.*
*As Targets were hanging their trees upside down*
* At Lowe's the word Christmas - was no where to be found.*
*At K-Mart and Staples and Penny's and Sears*
*You won't hear the word Christmas; it won't touch your ears.*

*Inclusive, sensitive, Di-ver-is-ty*
*Are words that were used to intimidate me.*
*Now Daschle, Now Darden, Now Sharpton, Wolf Blitzen*
*On Boxer, on Rather, on Kerry, on Clinton !*
*At the top of the Senate, there arose such a clatter*
*To eliminate Jesus, in all public matter.*
*And we spoke not a word, as they took away our faith*
; * Forbidden to speak of salvation and grace*

*The true Gift of Christmas was exchanged and discarded*
*The reason for the season, stopped before it started.*
*So as you celebrate "Winter Break" under your "Dream Tree"*
*Sipping your Starbucks, listen to me.*
*Choose your words carefully, choose what you say*

*Shout MERRY CHRISTMAS,
Not Happy Holiday!*

Luayan, International School, Good kids

Great bunch of 6 graders, left today.

Hey we just had a group of 6 graders. they were from the Island of Freeport, Grand Bahamas. The school's name is Luayan. Not sure what it means. I think it is a Indian name. Well these kids came in and we all had a chance to share the Word of God both days. While they were with the ALC staff. all day Monday and then today with me.
I just want you all to know some thing about these kids. We went into one of the cabins, boy's. I asked them if they were okay. One boy came up to me and said he didn't know how to make his bed. The teacher came over and showed him. Then while talking with Sue, the leader, she was sharing how one of the s were wondering how many maids would be here to help them out. Sue told them none. The last week Sue was reading them a story about a poor little boy that always wanted to fly in a plane. During this time 4 of the boys in her class told her that their dads had their own planes. Just listening to this and watching them. These kids were really good and listen pretty much to me and their teachers. I really did enjoy their stay and this is just to let the world know we are spoiling our children and not giving them a real look at the world by letting them do their work and even making their own beds. Please if any one out there is doing this. Remember how it was when you had to learn and do it yourself. Please I know we want to give them every thing, so they don't have to worry about any thing. Remember your life before. Plus I really did enjoy their ways and how they were hungry for God's Word. Please keep them in prayer and hope to see them one day.

Are your shoes touch some one elses?

Shoes I showered and shaved.I adjusted my tie. I got there and sat. In a pew just in time. Bowing my head in prayer. As I closed my eyes. I saw the shoe of the man next to me. Touching my own. I sighed. With plenty of room on either side. I thought, "Why must our soles touch?"It bothered me, his shoe touching mine. But it didn't bother him much. A prayer began: "Our Father". I thought, "This man with the shoes.. has no pride. They're dusty, worn, and scratched. Even worse, there are holes on the side! "Thank You for blessings," the prayer went on. The shoe man said a quiet "Amen." I tried to focus on the prayer. But my thoughts were on his shoes again. Aren't we supposed to look our best.. When walking through that door? "Well, this certainly isn't it," I thought, Glancing toward the floor. Then the prayer was ended. And the songs of praise began. The shoe man was certainly loud. Sounding proud as he sang. His voice lifted the rafters.His hands were raised high. The Lord could surely hear. The shoe man's voice from the sky. It was time for the offering. And what I threw in was steep. I watched as the shoe man reached. Into his pockets so deep. I saw what was pulled out. What the shoe man put in. Then I heard a soft "clink" . as when silver hits tin. The sermon really bored me. To tears, and that's no lie. It was the same for the shoe man. For tears fell from his eyes. At the end of the service. As is the custom here We must greet new visitors.. And show them all good cheer. But I felt moved somehow. And wanted to meet the shoe man. So after the closing prayer. I reached over and shook his hand. He was old and his skin was dark. And his hair was truly a mess. But I thanked him for coming. For being our guest. He said, "My names' Charlie.I'm glad to meet you, my friend."There were tears in his eyes. But he had a large, wide grin "Let me explain," he said. Wiping tears from his eyes. "I've been coming here for months. And you're the first to say 'Hi. "I know that my appearance. "Is not like all the rest "But I really do try."To always look my best. "I always clean and polish my shoes.."Before my very long walk. "But by the time I get here."They're dirty and dusty, like chalk." My heart filled with pain and I swallowed to hide my tears. As he continued to apologize. For daring to sit so near. He said, "When I get here."I know I must look a sight. "But I thought if I could touch you.."Then maybe our souls might unite." I was silent for a moment. Knowing whatever was said.Would pale in comparison. I spoke from my heart, not my head. "Oh, you've touched me," I said."And taught me, in part; "That the best of any man."Is what is found in his heart." The rest, I thought, This shoe man will never know. Like just how thankful I really am. That his dirty old shoe touched my soul You are special to me and you have made a difference in my> life. I respect you, and truly cherish you. Send this to your friends, No matter how often you talk, Or how close you are, And send it to the person who sent it to you. Let old friends know you haven't forgotten them, and tell new friends you never will. Remember, everyone needs a friend. Someday you might feel like you have no friends at all. Just remember this e-mail and take comfort in knowing that someone out there cares about you and always will. SHANNY> > >TOM SCHAFER Added.

Do you think they could use a new sign???

This is one of the nice guys there, John.

We have a NEW sign for my friends at Untiy House

It sure has been a while since I have been working on getting them a new sign. You can see the old one above. It was sitting in side of the dinning hall there. I asked them if they would like me to fix it up. They told me that would be great. But back about 8 months is when I had that little talk with Miss Butler. So the wait was worth it they said. This sign is the only way for people to know where this place is. It just looks like a old house with some people sitting under a car port. So now they should get more people to stop by and say hello and maybe even help them out some more. I have not taught there now for three weeks. Reason there has been groups in and just don't have the time to do it. I saw them today and told them maybe I will be back this Thursday, no promises. It is so good to see God's hand working to improve some where and all I can do is say thank you for the money that people gave me to do it and let Him be Glorified.

Prayer that we all need to say and beleive

This is a beautiful and thoughtful prayer. If you delete it is ok. God's love is not dependent on a-mail (that's the cool part). PRAY THIS EVEN IF YOU DON'T FEEL LIKE IT!! IT WILL ONLY TAKE A MINUTE. I started not to do this, but as I read it.... I understood God to say, "You need a miracle tomorrow.... so here goes... Prov. 29:25...

Dear Lord, I thank You for this day, I thank You for my being able to see and to hear this morning. I'm blessed because You are a forgiving God and an under standing God. You have done so much for me and You keep on blessing me. Forgive me this day for everything I have done, said or thought that was not pleasing to you. I ask now for Your forgiveness. Please keep me safe from all danger and harm. Help me to start this day with a new attitude and plenty of gratitude. Let me make the best of each and every day to clear my! mind so that I can hear from You. Please broaden my mind that I can accept all things. Let me not whine and whimper over things I have no control over. And give the best response when I'm pushed beyond my limits. I know that when I can't pray, You listen to my heart. Continue to use me to do Your will. Continue to bless me that I may be a blessing to others. Keep me strong that I may help the weak... Keep me uplifted that I may have words of encouragement for others. I pray for those that are lost and can't find their way. I pray for those that are misjudged and misunderstood. I pray for those who don't know You intimately. I pray for those that will delete this without sharing it with others I pray for those that don't believe. But I thank you that I believe that God changes people and God changes things. I pray for all my sisters and brothers. For each and every family member in their households. I pray for peace, love and joy in their homes that they are out of debt and all their needs are met. I pray that every eye that reads this knows there is no problem, circumstance, or situation greater than God. Every battle is in Your hands for You to fight. I pray that these words be received into the hearts of every eye that sees it. If you prayed this prayer, change the number in the subject box before forwarding the message so people can See how many people have done so. God Bless!!!!!!!!!!! Just repeat this phrase and see how God moves!!

God I love you and I need you, come into my heart, please. Pass this message to 10 people except you and me. You will receive a miracle tomorrow. Don't ignore and God will bless you. Know that you are already blessed by the person who sent this to you God is able to turn all our sadness into dancing and all our ashes into radiant beauty.

In the Nassau Guardian Nov. 21st 2007

A GREAT group that was here this last week.

They are from a small town called Oviedo and it is near Orlando Fl. These guys and s came in Saturday afternoon and then just didn't stop ministry at all. After flying and getting some to eat, we went back to the Camp and enjoy a young lady's birthday. Her name is Karen and she is the daughter of a good friend that I meet three years ago. Tom Underdown, he has been part of the puppet and drama team during those times here. He is a dad just like most of you guys out there and has a very busy schedule, but he takes this time to get a team together and come over here and do their thing. Well Sunday they had their church time then we went to Rainfurly home and spent the day there doing the puppets and drama and taking time to play with the kids there. It was a full day and I know for sure, each and every student, (group) and kid had a ball. The next morning, Monday and Tuesday too, we went to 12 different schools. During that time my Lord helped us find the schools and just do His work. At the end of the two days I was so HAPPY to see the gate at the Camp, that I could have hugged the fence. It was a time that our Lord work on my patience and driving skills. Just one other thing to say. Tuesday morning I dropped one team off in the middle of the island. Then went back to pick up the drama team, the bring them to a school right next to the school I dropped another team. It is funny now. But at the time I didn't like rushing from one side of the island to the other and back in 30 minutes. But like I said before He did it ALL and He was glorified. They had a couple of inter views with the TV and radio stations too. That is the picture above that was in the news paper today.

This was in today paper.

Happy Thanksgiving Day

Hey it so hard to believe that the day is here already. It seem to me we just had 4th of July last week???? Since I have been getting older, the time is flying by. I remember when I was 151/2 years old. How it just took so long to turn 16 so I could drive. then waiting around for 18 so I could drive and drive at night. Not at the same time.????? Maybe I did during those days of party and growing up. Then I waited around until 21 so I could vote. Then 25 so I could rent a car in New York. So now I am waiting around so I can collect money at 65 years old. What to look forward toooooooo. I am joking for waiting on that. It will be here soon enough.
We I saw this in our paper today and remember buying eggs this last week. $3.78 a dz. So that is what it is all about.
Hey just enjoy your family time and eat your turkey and ENJOY the day. I know if I was back in Florida I would be watching some football and get as much turkey as I could. We are all going over to Pastor Chet for dinner and some fellowship. Please enjoy and let me know how you are all doing out there.

My help has come!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yes that is correct the family that I have been telling every one, they are HERE!!!!!!!!. I am not sure if you really understand how happy I am. They have been coming here since March. During there time here before, they found a house to rent. Well they came in Wednesday night and Thursday we went over to see how the house was coming. The man that owns the place, still has not moved his stuff out, plus there was a whole list of things that needed to be repaired, before they could move in. That is the real sad part, he has not done anything since Jan. The place looks the same as back then. The problem is now, they don't have a home for now. They are staying in my place now. I will be staying in the guest room at the Camp. Until God finds them a new place or this guy gets his place ready. Only God know for sure now. Hey they have a roof over their heads and it might be small but it is theirs for now. The real neat thing is they are very flexible people and the 4 kids don't really carry about having their own rooms or not. I will keep you all inform when He opens the door to their home here. Please keep that is prayer and I know He will work it all out. I will have pictures of them next week.

Look how hard they are working? Day to relaxe

This is the Chapel at All Saints, aids camp.

This is their time for devotions

Hey out there, how are things going?

Well about a month ago we had a group in at the Camp that was from Galdville. I am sorry for not showing you these pictures until now. I just got them from a friend of mine, Larry. He has been pretty busy doing that thing called work. He was telling me that after he left here, Bahamas, he had a retreat to over see and even teach at. Well after that he was flying all over the states to get stories and pictures for the new paper that he works for. So here are some of the pictures and you can see how much they really did enjoy themselves while being here. Enjoy and I will write later on this week about other things they did.

Pastor John and friends.

Had a good friend stop by and say hello.

These last couple of days we had a friend in town. Pastor John, he came to do some teaching and just enjoying time away from all that is going on in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It sure was good time. I had the chance to take Pastor John out for coffee and even we had lunch together. He sure is a great role for me and others. Just talking with him I realize that our Lord is the One and only One that is using us to do His work on this earth. I have known Pastor John pretty much my time I have been walking with the Lord. He is turning 67 years young this next month. His ministry is Biblical counseling. He has been doing this for over 14 years. The real neat thing about him is his way of life has not really changed, what I am trying to say. He has smile on his face and every time I have talked with him, he is used by the Holy Spirit, mightily. He has been areal spark in my life. So if you see this friend of mine, just give him a BIG hug for me and let him know how much he is loved by many.

A sad passing of a friend.

Please join me in remembering a great icon of the entertainment community. The Pillsbury Dough boy died yesterday of a yeast infection and trauma complications from repeated pokes in the belly. He was 71. Dough boy was buried in a lightly greased coffin. Dozens of celebrities turned out to pay their respects, including Mrs. Butterworth, Hungry Jack, the California Raisins, Betty Crocker, the Hostess Twinkies, and Captain Crunch. The grave site was piled high with flours.
Aunt Jemima delivered the eulogy and lovingly described Doughboy as a man who never knew how much he was kneaded. Doughboy rose quickly in show business, but his later life was filled with turnovers. He was not considered a very smart cookie, wasting much of his dough on half-baked schemes. Despite being a little flaky at times he still was a crusty old man and was considered a positive roll model for millions.
Doughboy is survived by his wife Play Dough, two children, John Dough and Jane Dough, plus they had one in the oven. He is also survived by his elderly father, Pop Tart.
The funeral was held at 350 for about 20 minutes.
If this made you smile for even a brief second, please rise to the occasion and take time to pass it on and share that smile with someone else who may be having a crumby day and kneads it.

A mother ask WHY ?

A mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die in Iraq?"
A mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die in Saudi Arabia
A mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die in Kuwait?"
Another mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die in Vietnam?"
Another mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die in Korea?"
Another mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die on Iwo Jima?"
Another mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die on a battlefield on a field in France?"
Yet another mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die at Gettysburg?"
And yet another mother asked President ... "Why did my son have to die on a frozen field near Valley Forge?"
Then long, long ago, a mother asked... "Heavenly Father .
why did my Son have to die on a cross outside of Jerusalem ?"
The answer is the same ..
"So that others may have life and dwell in peace, happiness, and freedom."
This was emailed to me with no author
Enjoying your freedom?
Thank a VETERAN
May No Soldier Go Unloved.
May No Soldier Walk Alone.
May No Soldier Be Forgotten.
Until They All Come Home.

This use to be our road to the Dinning Hall

This is Cabin #6

I am well and the storm was a calm one

I would like to up date you all on the Tropical Storm Noel. Here at the ALC there was no real trouble with rain or wind. Down the road, place called Pine Wood got hit hard with rain. There was about the whole area flooded bad. People homes and even their cars were flooded out. If you have ever been here during some rain. You can see the draining here is not happening. The water just sits and in two or three days it will dry up. The pictures above are just what it looked like here at the Camp and Centre. If we received the rain we were suppose to. Boy that would be another story. We got about 3 to 4 inches. They were telling us to see about 15 and up inches of rain. The winds didn't do any damage here but other island had some. Long Island was hit the worse of all. They have been getting a lot of rain since the storm came last week. So when Noel came he dumped even more. The water was about three to four feet deep in some areas. So just think about the pictures above and if we got the rain what we would look like. I know myself that our Lord is sooooo good to us and He does protect us. Thank you for your prayers on this and even for me. Things have calmed down a lot since the storm and we have had a chance to regroup. The board didn't come down. Reason the airport was closed for two and half days. So the board meeting that was suppose to happen, is going to happen down the road. I myself have been very blessed in just relaxing and watching some movies with my friends here. Thank you I really hope and pray all is well with you. Bye for now Tom.