Happy Birthday Darla

March 23rd, 196_, my wife was born. It was a day much like today. There was so much snow that the neighbors had to help shovel the road so her parents could get to the hospital which was about a mile away. Fortunately, word got out and the snow plow came to their rescue.

I am so blessed to have her in my life. She is an incredible inspiration to me.

Happy birthday Darla!

Sent from my HTC Touch Pro2 on the Now Network from Sprint®.

Minnesota Twins Tickets

This morning Minnesota Twins single game tickets went on sale at 10 AM. Before heading to the computer I turned on the tv to catch a little news and the screen was filled with snow. No picture! Immediately I knew, no picture, no internet, no phone. Ugh! Finally, at 10:05, Charter had things up and running. Six hours later I was finally to the front in line of the online mass of people. The real panic sets in when they put you on the clock. I was able to get tickets to two games, one of which I now realize may not even work out. I just might have some tickets for someone to the July 15th game vs. KC.

When I go to Target Field I will be on a mission. Last Fall I learned that my great-grandfather and his brothers have a picture of their "Fredrickson Baseball team" on one of the walls at Target Field. It's my only claim to fame. :)

Merry Christmas from the Living Hope Staff

How to reinflate the Metrodome

You have probably seen the video of the Metrodome in Minneapolis deflating. If not, here is the link to watch it on youtube.

I thought it might be fun to have people suggest some creative ideas to inflate it.

My thought is since many of my pastor friends in the Twin Cities canceled their Sunday services they could all gather together and preach in the dome. All of that hot air would certainly have it back in operation in no time. jk!

Anyone have an idea to share? We have one week to get it ready for Monday Night Football.

Art Durene Featured in Morrison County Record

There is a great article in the Morrison County Record about Art Durene. Art is a member of Living Hope Church, where I pastor. He is an incredible man with a lot of wisdom. I have gone to him more than once with a question and he always seems to have the answer.

Hopefully the article will challenge and inspire you to learn some new things.

Hamilton showered with Ginger Ale

Hats off to the Texas Rangers. Last night they celebrated their first post-season series win. On their team is the winner of the American League batting title, Josh Hamilton. Josh is a recovering alcoholic and in consideration of this, the team chose to use ginger ale so he could be included.

When Texas clinched the AL West, Josh chose not to be a part of the team celebration with the traditional shower of champagne and beer. As Josh walked into the clubhouse this time, all of his team mates were prepared. They all yelled "ginger ale" and started to pour it on him.

Way to go Rangers. That's what a team is all about.

To see Josh's story of overcoming his addiction and restoring his marriage with his wife Katie, check out a video on Bluefishtv. Josh and Katie tell about their faith in God and how He has turned lives around.

I'm cheering for the Rangers to dominate over the Yankees!

Prayer for Pastor Todd MacDonell

A dear friend of mine, Pastor Todd MacDonnell has just been diagnosed with

CJD (Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease). This disease has to do with a mutation in protein, and is a rare, progressively degenerative, brain disorder.Unfortunately, CJD is not treatable or curable. Todd has been given weeks to live.

I want to ask all of those reading this blog to lift Todd, his family, Fellowship Bible Church and the Pierz community to the Lord.

This Saturday, September 25th there will be a prayer gathering at 6 PM at the Pierz Healy High School football field. If there is inclement weather it will be held in the gym.

Please join us and please spread the word to everyone you know that will pray.