Quote from Forum Archives on November 16, 2001, 3:48 pm

Posted by: masinick <masinick@...>

Dear friends,

I've been getting lots of useful messages this week, so I think
I'll send you a WEEKEND EDITION that has a few of the things that
I think are useful.

Tina Rosario has been sending me great stuff all week long. She
just sent me a good message that is worth reading - directed at
fathers, but applicable to all of us. She also sent me the A to
Z's of life some time ago, which I saved. I'd like to share both
of them with you now.

After Tina's message, I've included a prayer update from the
Capital Prayer Focus, which includes a praise report on those
released from captivity.

Today's Family Minute with Mark Merrill
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What kind of relationship did you have with your father?

Were you close? Were you afraid of him? Did you even get
to spend time with him? Try to remember how it felt to be a
child -- and try to remember what you wanted from your
father. I'm asking you to do this because I want you to
think about the kind of father you are to your own kids.
Once you've thought about it -- take action. Be there for
your children and really listen to them. Show them and tell
them you love them. So one day, when they think about
their father, they'll look back with a smile.

Remember, your family first.
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For a free 10 Ways to Be a Better Dad brochure, visit
www.familyfirst.net/10ways.asp.
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* A lthough things are not perfect
* B ecause of trial or pain
* C ontinue in thanksgiving
* D o not begin to blame
* E ven when the times are hard
* F ierce winds are bound to blow
* G od is forever able
* H old on to what you know
* I magine life without His love
* J oy would cease to be
* K eep thanking Him for all the things
* L ove imparts to thee
* M ove out of "Camp Complaining"
* N o weapon that is known
* O n earth can yield the power
* P raise can do alone
* Q uit looking at the future
* R edeem the time at hand
* S tart every day with worship
* T o "thank" is a command
* U ntil we see Him coming
* V ictorious in the sky
* W e'll run the race with gratitude
* X alting God most high
* Y es, there'll be good times and yes some will be bad, but...
* Z ion waits in glory...where none are ever sad

"I AM Too blessed to be stressed !"

The shortest distance between a problem and a solution is the
distance between your knees and the floor. The one who kneels to
the Lord can stand up to anything. Love and peace be with you
forever, Amen.
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From: "Capitol Prayer Focus" <Capitol.Prayer.Focus@grassfire.net>
To: masinick@yahoo.com
Subject: Christian Workers Freed!
Date: Fri, 16 Nov 2001 12:38:50 -0600

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C A P I T O L P R A Y E R F O C U S
W A S H I N G T O N D. C.

FORWARD THIS UPDATE ON CHRISTIAN HOSTAGES IN AFGHANISTAN
TO PRAYING FRIENDS

11/16/01

Dear Brian,

A few weeks ago we wrote asking you to pray for the eight
Christian aid workers who were being held in Afghanistan.

We are thrilled to report that the workers --including
Americans Heather Mercer and Dayna Curry--are free and in
Pakistan after being held captive in Afghanistan for three
months by the Taliban for preaching the Gospel.

This is an answer to prayer!

The detainees were rescued by opposition troops from a prison
in Ghazni, about 50 miles southwest of the capital, Kabul.

* * * * PRAYER REQUEST

First, Praise the Lord for their safe release! Pray for a
safe trip home and a smooth transition back to "normalcy."

* * * * CAPITOL HILL MINISTRY UPDATE

We continue to experience exciting ministry opportunities on
Capitol Hill. Just the other day, one of our Capitol Hill
Liaisons went to get tested for anthrax (she tested negative)
and struck up a conversation with a Capitol Hill police
officer. Soon, the officer was praying to receive Christ!

God is on the move in the nations capital, and we covet
your prayers! Please see the prayer points below.

Dr. Frank Wright, Executive Director
Center for Christian Statesmanship

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PRAYER FOCUS UPDATES:

CAPITOL HILL TO LOSE POLICE CHIEF
Capitol Hill Police Chief James Varey has informed
congressional leaders he plans to leave his position in May
2002. His decision to leave his post comes amidst the most
difficult time in the forces history.
PRAYER REQUEST--Continued safety and security around the
Capitol.

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CAPITOL HILL OFFICE BUILDING REOPENS
The anthrax-contaminated Hart Building will reopen when
Congress returns from the Thanksgiving holiday.
PRAYER REQUEST--Relief from anxiety and fear for Hill Staff
previously vacated from building. A renewed hope and trust
in the Lord.

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AIR SAFETY
Members of Congress are calling on President Bush to act on
airline security measures before the Thanksgiving holiday.
PRAYER REQUEST --Wisdom for the President as he makes a
decision about airline security for our nation.

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CAPITOL HILL MINISTRY
Pray for our staff at the Center that we would be
strengthened and girded for ministry to Capitol Hill,
especially with the Christmas season now upon us.

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Established by Dr. D. James Kennedy, the Center for
Christian Statesmanship is a non-partisan, inter-
denominational ministry outreach of Coral Ridge Ministries
to our nation's leaders. Our goals are spiritual outreach,
ministry training, and restoring a vision for Christian
statesmanship in our land.

Questions on the prayer campaign? E-mail
compass@statesman.org. Please specify "Capitol Prayer Focus"
in the subject line.

Or, visit our web site:
www.statesman.org

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Brian Masinick, "The Mas", mailto:masinick@yahoo.com
Home page: www.geocities.com/masinick/

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