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Here is a very brief / simple synopsis of this salt of the earth / light of the world couple who I am so grateful for today:
- When we built our house in York, Nebraska, the back of our two acres met up with Lisa's parents' property.
- Lisa and Chip were students at York College... met... married... moved to KC, MO.
- Chip began his journey as a teacher... Lisa learned how to play the guitar... Together, they were heavily involved in ministry... especially to youth.
- Part of the planning committee of Youth In Action (YIA), Chip insisted that Steve be the main speaker for the guys and me for the girls for several years. Since it fell, each year, on the week between Christmas and New Year's, it usually included our anniversary (30th)... YIA took over the KC Airport Embassy Suites each year... Chip begged that if we would just do it, he would honor our marriage and anniversary... That he did! Upon arrival, much to our surprise, the Presidential suite usually reserved for "dignitaries" had been reserved for us... we gave tours for the kids to see it... it was AMAZING!
- Tragedy came to Lisa's family twice... her dear daddy passed away... her sweet sister was watching a parade with her family in Lincoln when a careening/out of control car came at the crowd and took Connie's life...
- Through the long process of healing, Lisa read her Bible, wrote in a prayer journal, and made music...
- Chip and Lisa remained deeply involved in ministry. Lisa's blog chronicles her journey and her music: http://www.lisabloecher.com/
- Eventually, they moved to Texas... Chip has been principal at Carrollton Christian Elementary School for four years... http://www.ccasaints.org/10141012692647493/blank/browse.asp?A=383&BMDRN=2000&BCOB=0&C=52848
- They've had a little girl since moving to Texas.
- Lisa's musical reach expanded greatly when she cut a C.D. in November 2009 to share the Good News of the Kingdom to the people of Japan.
- Their ministry has continued to youth, the sick, downtrodden, homeless, orphaned....
- Their ministry includes several continents... the countries of: Ghana, Guatemala, Honduras, and Japan.
- Below, I share photos of this family that so passionately and compassionately wears the name of JESUS...
- In every sense of the WORD, they are WARRIORS OF THE CROSS!
- Each day, Lisa updates her FB status with her SWORD (which Ephesians 6 says is the WORD OF GOD)... her scripture choices are most often just what I need for that time of the day... she deeply encourages me daily...
- Yesterday, about 5 p.m., Lisa posted this on her FB status: "...u all know I'm a prayer warrior, but it's so good to know I can take a break--go to bathroom, take rest, shower...and u all have my back. I luv u all dearly."
- Why did she post that? Because it's true... and tragedy has hit once again...
- Please enjoy the journal of pictures and then join me in STANDING FIRM, PUTTING ON GOD'S FULL ARMOR, and doing some WARRIOR PRAYING for Lisa and Chip...
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3 comments:
What a precious story! I'm praying for Chip and his family!
I am a friend to Lisa's cousin in ND. I have been praying for him and his family since hearing about this tragedy.
What satan plans for evil, will be used for God's glory...
Thank you Patti for sharing our story! I can't believe I'm just now reading this. One of my friends in Japan sent me the link. :) Much love to you and Steve.
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