It seems like it was just a few days ago that we were putting up our Christmas tree and waiting for Santa!! Here we are, already at the end of January! In the flurry of this month's activities, I've neglected my blog for too many weeks, now.
We were sad to say good-bye to Kerry and Candace Lamb, but we knew we had made lasting memories in the two weeks they were with us. It turned out to be a great time for a visit because things literally shut down the two weeks after Christmas. We got in lots of visiting and a bit of travel through the beautiful state of Michoacan.
After the holidays, we were glad to have our normal activities start up again. Our groups and studies are an important part of what we do. The church continues to grow both in numbers and in spirit. We are pleased to present two of our newest family members to you. Jaime, who is Ivan's father from Mexico City, had decided to visit his two sons here in Lazaro and engage in closer study about "this God" that they serve. During the course of his two-week stay, Jaime came to the conviction that he, too, wanted to serve this same God. As Ivan presented his father to the congregation, he marveled at God's pursuit of man by saying that he thought his father would be the last person to make Jesus his Lord and Master. We just never know how God is working to make Himself known to others.
After our celebration time that Sunday, many of us traveled over to Glenn and Caroline's pool. It was a joy to see our new brother come out of the waters of baptism. As if needing a "push", Julia, who has been walking in the ways of Jesus for five years, came to the conviction that she, too, needed to die to herself and allow Jesus full authority over her life. She stepped forward and declared her need to have her sins washed away. It has been a tough road for our dear sister, but she conquered her fears in her decision. Please keep Jaime and Julia in your prayers-that they will grow stronger in their faith as they experience God's faithfulness.
The new year also brought a new routine for our family as Logan entered the Mexican school system again. I have been continuing Logan's grade 3 homeschooling, but we felt it was time for him to be in school with other children again. It's an understatement that he's the novelty of the school, but Logan takes it all in stride, and is doing very well. Bernard hasn't fared quite as well-- someone asked him if he was Logan's GRANDFATHER...ouch! We've chosen to put Logan in the afternoon school from 2:30-6:00. The enrolment is less than 100, so his class has only 15 students. His teacher is gracious and kind. Logan has already boasted that he made the highest mark in the class on his first exam. (I guess Math is Math, no matter what language it's in!!) Let's see how well he does on his Spanish and Mexican History exams!
Bernard and Logan have been advertising for our second Let's Start Talking team. Chris and BettyJean Johnson from Winnipeg arrive this Saturday. We are praying for many of our readers from Wade and Richelle, as well as new readers to show up at the Information Meeting on Jan 31. We look forward to having the Johnsons with us, and seeing the good things that God will do through them.
Thank you for your thoughts and prayers as we live in this warm little corner of the world. We love to hear what God is doing in your corner!! Blessings,
Until next blog,
Alicia for the Krogsgaards
Friday, January 29, 2010
Friday, January 1, 2010
Turning the Page to Another Year. Welcome Twenty Ten!
It's been a great holiday season here in the tropics. Even though it never seems quite like Christmas in the heat, we have enjoyed many seasonal experiences. After returning from our surprise trip to Canada, I worked hard at getting our Christmas drama polished. One of our youth shined like a star with her eight-minute monologue depicting Maria's quandaries concerning Jesus' lowly birth. The congregation was spell-bound as AnaKaren transported us back in time to that humble little stable.
Many of our activities and studies took a break during the holidays. Logan ended his Karate well by
nailing his "examen" which upgraded him to advanced yellow belt. He amazes us with, not only his agile moves, but also his ability to understand and speak in both Spanish and Japanese.
The congregation enjoyed our annual adult Christmas Party, complete with traditional dishes of "Tinga" and "Pazole", and of course the delicious "ponche". Leaving that gathering, we were invited to the block party already in progress on our end of the street. Logan enjoyed the breaking of the pinatas. Mom and Dad enjoyed getting to know the neighbours better over yet another cup of "ponche".
We ended our home studies with a games night at our house. It was fun teaching the Mexicans how to play Mexican Train.
Logan and his friends retreated to the balcony to make their own firecrackers. (I will be soooo glad when fireworks are not so readily available. They are abundant from mid December through the first week of January.)
One of our December highlights was our visit to the orphanage. Families from the church bought gifts of clothing for
40 children. Bernard organized all the party trimmings: pinatas, hamburgers/hot dogs, music, and sweet treats. Thirty of us met and loved on the precious children from "Casa Hogar". We thank Wade and Richelle Grocott (Regina, SK) and family who donated the "Christmas Blessing" to these children! Your gift was greatly appreciated!
Christmas Day found the three of us at 
Memaw's Manor at Miramar. We marvel at the blessing my dear mother has left us. The view is spectacular as we wake up in the mornings overlooking the Pacific Ocean. We look forward to many guests enjoying Memaw's legacy! Tammy hosted our team to a turkey, ham, and lamb (New Zealand tradition) Christmas dinner. Logan's favourite gift was...more firecrackers!!
We are currently enjoying our latest Christmas gift: Candace and Kerry Lamb
from Saskatoon!! They arrived on Tuesday, Dec. 29. We took them to Miramar, spent one night with them, then left them at Memaw's Manor to celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary. We'll return for them tomorrow (Sat) because we have lots more planned while they are with us!!!
We send best wishes for you all in 2010. Our desire for you is that you will grow closer in your relationship with Jesus-that you will see beyond this present world's promises and cling to the eternal promises offered by the One who has created and loved us. May you see as God sees. May you touch as Jesus touches. May you encourage as the Spirit encourages. We look forward to hearing of your many blessings that you experience as you continue to walk the journey with our Saviour.
Until next blog,
Alicia for the Krogsgaards in Mexico
Many of our activities and studies took a break during the holidays. Logan ended his Karate well by
nailing his "examen" which upgraded him to advanced yellow belt. He amazes us with, not only his agile moves, but also his ability to understand and speak in both Spanish and Japanese.The congregation enjoyed our annual adult Christmas Party, complete with traditional dishes of "Tinga" and "Pazole", and of course the delicious "ponche". Leaving that gathering, we were invited to the block party already in progress on our end of the street. Logan enjoyed the breaking of the pinatas. Mom and Dad enjoyed getting to know the neighbours better over yet another cup of "ponche".
We ended our home studies with a games night at our house. It was fun teaching the Mexicans how to play Mexican Train.
Logan and his friends retreated to the balcony to make their own firecrackers. (I will be soooo glad when fireworks are not so readily available. They are abundant from mid December through the first week of January.)
One of our December highlights was our visit to the orphanage. Families from the church bought gifts of clothing for
40 children. Bernard organized all the party trimmings: pinatas, hamburgers/hot dogs, music, and sweet treats. Thirty of us met and loved on the precious children from "Casa Hogar". We thank Wade and Richelle Grocott (Regina, SK) and family who donated the "Christmas Blessing" to these children! Your gift was greatly appreciated!
Christmas Day found the three of us at 
Memaw's Manor at Miramar. We marvel at the blessing my dear mother has left us. The view is spectacular as we wake up in the mornings overlooking the Pacific Ocean. We look forward to many guests enjoying Memaw's legacy! Tammy hosted our team to a turkey, ham, and lamb (New Zealand tradition) Christmas dinner. Logan's favourite gift was...more firecrackers!!We are currently enjoying our latest Christmas gift: Candace and Kerry Lamb
from Saskatoon!! They arrived on Tuesday, Dec. 29. We took them to Miramar, spent one night with them, then left them at Memaw's Manor to celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary. We'll return for them tomorrow (Sat) because we have lots more planned while they are with us!!!We send best wishes for you all in 2010. Our desire for you is that you will grow closer in your relationship with Jesus-that you will see beyond this present world's promises and cling to the eternal promises offered by the One who has created and loved us. May you see as God sees. May you touch as Jesus touches. May you encourage as the Spirit encourages. We look forward to hearing of your many blessings that you experience as you continue to walk the journey with our Saviour.
Until next blog,
Alicia for the Krogsgaards in Mexico
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