Patricia and I are now in Northport, Mi.
This image is from a sunset on Lake Michigan as observed on November 6, 2015.
We will be updating new information on our blog weekly from our new location.
Phil is now serving as pastor at Trinity Church of the UCC in Northport . . . and Patricia is finding her way in this new location.
Each week, there will be a post about what is happening at Trinity in the week to come.
This week, six people will join the church.
We will learn from Ruth 3:1-5 & 4:13-17 and Mark 12:36-44.
The sermon is about “giving all we are.” It is based on the texts and the book, “The Paradox of Generosity”
We’ll be seeking to welcome new members,
give thanks for the generosity of these and many other folks who made lots of peanut brittle the last three days at Trinity:
Rene
Mary
Kent
Dick and Jean
Jim – our magnificent organizer
Sue
Janet
Dick and Patricia
Jan
Sharon and Dorothy
Florence, Jean, and Rene
Janet and Martha
Sharon, Dick, and Jean
And,
we will praise God for this magnificent beauty:
the trail to Cathead
a swan on the Grand Traverse Bay, November 6, 2015
Sunset at Cathead
You are invited on Sunday morning at 11:00 – 103 North Warren St. in Northport.
There were Ruth and Naomi,
and there was a woman who gave all she had . . .
and then. . .
there was you and me. . .
we’re getting older . . .
what are we gonna do/be?
wells-of-wellness 
Can taste the peanut brittle! Went to Boca Grande with Irene and her Oh guest for lunch yesterday. Very warm and humid here. Still unpacking trying to fit a little more in a full house. You both are missed and loved! The church has moved forward. Greg is doing an amazing job. Will be quite a challenge to fill both your shoes.Miss your hugs and smiles. Love Barb Mcquaid
So good to see you’re settling in, it truly looks beautiful. We remain neighborless here, talked last night about how we still expect to see your cars in the drive when we come home. You are missed. Take care and know that you always have a place here – in our home and in our hearts. So much love, Bruce and Roberta
Scenes look so familiar – right at home. We miss you both very much. We are so lucky to have Greg Russell as interim pastor. Things are progressing as we approach the holiday season.
Love and Hugs, Joan and Bob
Good to hear from you two this way. Our new favorite song is “O Christ, Surround Me” with YouTube video. Try it, you’ll like it! From all the pictures, both of you are surrounded by hard working beautiful new friends there in Northport. We’re planning to attend church there in May or June. : ) Will let you know more as it gets closer. FL in Jan. is coming soon – just won’t be the same without you, Phil & Patricia. God bless!
Thanks Susie and Ron,
Will be delightful to see you in Michigan in May or June. You are welcome to stay with us if that should work into your planning.
All is well, and very well at St. Andrew with the excellent interim leadership of Greg! Just check out the other replies to see more of how fine their life is at 6908 Beneva Rd.
We are blessed. All of us.
Yes, we are,
phil
Gre
Neat pictures —– including all the peanut brittle that makes me hungry!
Thanks!
Nan
Thank you, Nan. Your replay makes me hear your voice and see the smile on your face. A fine November gift!
So good to see you’re settling in, it truly looks beautiful. We remain neighborless here, talked last night about how we still expect to see your cars in the drive when we come home. You are missed. Take care and know that you always have a place here – in our home and in our hearts.
So much love,
Bruce and Roberta
Thank you both . . . know you have a place here – in our home and in our hearts too.