Pomp and circumstance, fusses and ado's always make my husband and I uncomfortable but yesterday was like Thanksgiving with family. There was such a comfort zone and a freedom of expression that made one feel all warm and fuzzy. Angel and I are so thankful for you guys. You are warm and tenderhearted people who are growing in Christ more and more each day along with the pastor and myself.
God has spoken and we need to always remember what he has said to us. Our time has come. God will begin to use us in a different and bigger way for His glory and His glory alone. I believe what the prophet said. There are many talents in Emmanuel and we need to plug into them to reach the community.
Thank you to everyone who planned this event and for inviting our Pastor and The Garcia's as well. That was such a pleasant surprise. We talked for a while after everyone left and closed the place down. Angel Baez's family is adorable and sweet and he feels a special connection to our church but that is the way you guys are. God has made you a spiritual welcome committee of sorts. God is with us. His love is with us and that shows even in the ups and downs and even in the bad moods and laughter. Remember no Pastor is perfect and no member is either so let's be imperfect together reaching out to the one and only perfect one and striving to be more like Him everyday.
As is the custom in occassions such as the one celebrated yesterday, there is a time for gift giving. Angel and I didn't even think of getting gifts because we were having such a wonderful time with you guys that we thought we were given gifts already. Cheesy but true. The fact that you guys went out and searched for something that the pastor and I would love is very special.
Thank you for the Fondue set- I suppose it's hot chocolate and fondue now
Thank you for the Advent candle set - it is adorable and will be going under our tree this Christmas
Thank you for the picture frame- Angel and I are thinking of putting it in his new office
Thank you for the Tweety ornament that plays "Hark the Herald Angels sing"- My daughter Debbie was like a 5 year old around it and didn't let it go for hours, I guess she is easily entertained. It is cute though.
Thank you for the Roses- I love roses!!!!!
Thank you for the journal with the dragonflies- I can't get enough of writing materials and the gel pens are adorable look out for them on Sunday as I take notes during sermon.
THank you for the BEAUTIFUL pink scarf, hat and gloves -they are perfect because I just got a new light blue coat that would go perfect with it.
Thank you for the lotions and body sprays and the perfumes- Are you guys trying to tell me something- Yo me bano!!!!:)
Thank you for the tie - Angel loves it and will probably wear it this Sunday. I don't know.....maybe ... with a white shirt!
Thank you for the dinner and the delicious cake and the decorations and the wonderful thoughtful cards that made us cry more than once. Thank you for the personal letters that also touched our hearts.
Thank you for the more than generous gifts left inside the cards. You guys are too much:) I suppose I will be using that for cheese , french bread, and melting chocolate for Fondue Night at the Pastor's house - New tradition? Perhaps

Thank you for your love.
Thank you for being so nice.
Thank you for being you
Again cheesy but true

Thank you Cleotilde
Francisca
Filomena
Carlos
awilda
Mayito
Mimi
Karen
Debbie
Janelle
Mike
Jessica
Kevin
Marie
Rosie
Josue sr.
Claudia and Jose, Skylar and Josh who Angel and I consider part of the church family
Thank you
Maribel
Edwin
Nathaniel
Vanessa
Anna
Chunchi
And David who i pray for and I am glad he is prospering spiritually in the church he attends now
Thank tou
Sofi
Robert
Jacob for kicking and not ignoring grandma
Thank you
Robertito
Rosa
Thank you
Jeffrey
Idalia
Kathy
Emily
Edith
Isabel
Myriam
Marlene
Rocio - who, by faith will be attending Emmanuel soon
Thank you
cruz
moses
Isabel
Jasmine
Lisa
Mary
Elicia
Luis jr.
Milly- who is always so friendly and by faith her husband and her will be attending Emmanuel as well (No duda gente!!)
Hermano Luis
Nelson
joel
Joshua Perea
Diana
Junior
Jared and Joshua
Martin
Giselle
Jillian
Alex
Jeffrey
Angie
Brianna
Brian
Brandon
David
Sonia
Jose
Naomi
I hope I didn't forget anyone!!!!
Hugs and Kisses
We have a road ahead of us Emmanuel. Filled with Blessings, WORK, prayer and going into all the world To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ
God Bless you
Pastor Angel and
Pastora