Some links to pictures from the summer.
Steamtown pictures:
www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=94005&id=501059302&l=685add4633
BBC Lumber Company:
www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=94008&id=501059302&l=008deafa94
Our camping trip:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=94004&id=501059302&l=ba35b250f7
If these links don't work please let me know.
8.17.2009
My activities and priorities
MY ACTIVITIES:
From Thursday to Sunday night I have been to Philadelphia and back to Clarks Summit, then to Pittsburgh and back to Clarks Summit and then to Rochester, NY and back to Clarks Summit. (over 1400 miles of driving or riding in a car.
From Thursday to Sunday night I have been to Philadelphia and back to Clarks Summit, then to Pittsburgh and back to Clarks Summit and then to Rochester, NY and back to Clarks Summit. (over 1400 miles of driving or riding in a car.
- Thursday - I went to Lincoln Financial Field to see the Philadelphia Eagles lose to the New England Patriots in my first ever live football game. O.K. I know it was only preseason.
- Friday and Saturday - Drove out to Pittsburgh and dropped the boys of at grammy's house for the week with her and Aunt Deb and cousins Jacob and Nolan.
- Sunday - Travelled with Krista to Rochester, NY to attend the celebration service of a 37 year old college friend who passed away very unexpectedly.
MY PRIORITIES:
I light of these events and one of the tributes shared @ Keith's Celebration service, I have been evaluating life's priorities and I wanted to share some insights with you.
Priorities in rank of importance:
1. Live life in such a way that God is glorified. This is done first and foremost through personal, life changing relationship with Jesus.
2. Remember the importance of spending time with family.
Much further down on the list: NFL football. There are so many things that are more important than an NFL football.
7.28.2009
Our Trip out west & TLC (teen leadership conference)
OUR TRIP OUT WEST:
From Saturday (07.11) through Monday (07.20), Krista, the boys and I went to visit family and friends out west (western PA and Toledo, OH).
We spent a couple of days @ the church camp Dave went as a teen. It was great to spend time with friends and family.
After that we went out to Toledo and got to spend time with Krista's family.
(There are some pictures below)
TLC (teen leadership conference):
Last week and this week I have been doing a workshop @ TLC.
It is entitled:
Helping the Hurting, Homeless or Hopeless Where You Live
The following is the link to the official TLC website:
http://www.bbc.edu/tlc/
The following is the link to the website I am using for my workshop:
http://www.boonedy.com/tlc.html
Please be praying for the seminar and TLC in general.
The boys and their cousins at the Toledo Zoo.
Joel fishing.
Josiah at the dock fishing.
The boys and the neighbors in grampa's backyard staring down the slip and slide.
The boys and grammy.
From Saturday (07.11) through Monday (07.20), Krista, the boys and I went to visit family and friends out west (western PA and Toledo, OH).
We spent a couple of days @ the church camp Dave went as a teen. It was great to spend time with friends and family.
After that we went out to Toledo and got to spend time with Krista's family.
(There are some pictures below)
TLC (teen leadership conference):
Last week and this week I have been doing a workshop @ TLC.
It is entitled:
Helping the Hurting, Homeless or Hopeless Where You Live
The following is the link to the official TLC website:
http://www.bbc.edu/tlc/
The following is the link to the website I am using for my workshop:
http://www.boonedy.com/tlc.html
Please be praying for the seminar and TLC in general.
The boys and their cousins at the Toledo Zoo.
Joel fishing.
Josiah at the dock fishing.
The boys and the neighbors in grampa's backyard staring down the slip and slide.
The boys and grammy.
6.30.2009
The end of June Update
We are going to be making trip to western PA and Ohio very soon. All of us are looking forward to reconnecting with friends and family.
Some of you may have heard about David's July 10th surgery. This surgery has been cancelled and will be probably be rescheduled in October. Below are some pictures of different things that have gone on in our lives this summer.
Rodgers family at the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees Game
Joel standing in front of a tree on campus @ BBC. We had a storm on Friday, June 26 that knocked many trees on campus.
Josiah and Bradley right before tonsil/adenoid surgery.
Joel and Josiah @ Knoebels' amusement park.
Some of you may have heard about David's July 10th surgery. This surgery has been cancelled and will be probably be rescheduled in October. Below are some pictures of different things that have gone on in our lives this summer.
Rodgers family at the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees Game
Joel standing in front of a tree on campus @ BBC. We had a storm on Friday, June 26 that knocked many trees on campus.
Josiah and Bradley right before tonsil/adenoid surgery.
Joel and Josiah @ Knoebels' amusement park.
6.20.2009
Josiah surgery/recovery and other things
Josiah had his tonsils and adenoids removed on Thursday (06.18).
Thankfully it well. Presently, he is not talking as much as usual but he does enjoy popsicles and ice cream.
Please continue to pray for his recover.
This summer, and I use that term loosely because it hasn't been much like summer, we have had some good day trips. Knoebels, an amusement park. Scranton-Wilkes Barre Yankees game. Sight and Sound Theater.
We had a great time with my sister and her boys.
Along with that work at the mission has been going well. Please pray for the services at the Scranton Rescue Mission on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.
Especially be praying for the resident program in Wilkes-Barre.
Thankfully it well. Presently, he is not talking as much as usual but he does enjoy popsicles and ice cream.
Please continue to pray for his recover.
This summer, and I use that term loosely because it hasn't been much like summer, we have had some good day trips. Knoebels, an amusement park. Scranton-Wilkes Barre Yankees game. Sight and Sound Theater.
We had a great time with my sister and her boys.
Along with that work at the mission has been going well. Please pray for the services at the Scranton Rescue Mission on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.
Especially be praying for the resident program in Wilkes-Barre.
6.12.2009
Our Father in Heaven
A couple of nights ago we were doing a family devotions before bed.
We read a devotional called "The Perfect Dad." At one point in the devotional Krista asked Josiah who our father in heaven is. With a quick response he said "God." What followed was a very thoughtful look, a couple of seconds and another answer. "And Pappy" (which is what we call David's dad).
For those who don't know, my dad passed away several years ago. Well, reflecting back on Josiah's answer I realized two things:
We read a devotional called "The Perfect Dad." At one point in the devotional Krista asked Josiah who our father in heaven is. With a quick response he said "God." What followed was a very thoughtful look, a couple of seconds and another answer. "And Pappy" (which is what we call David's dad).
For those who don't know, my dad passed away several years ago. Well, reflecting back on Josiah's answer I realized two things:
- It was not very theological sound. O.K. so I am a seminary student.
- It brought joy to my heart. I am very thankful that my earthly father is in heaven. I know that this is by grace that he has been saved through faith - and this not from himsef, it is the gift of my heavenly father. (adapted from Ephesians 2:8).
Pray for Josiah. He is having his tonsils and adenoids removed on June 18th.
4.02.2009
No More Shots
I had my 6 month doctor appointment with my endocrinologist today.
He said my sugar levels and other numbers have been improving.
I do not need to take insulin shots. I am continuing with medication and diet.
This is great news for someone who hates needles and shots.
Also, tomorrow night is a big senior social on campus. BBCs Got Talent. Be praying for preparation and last minute details.
He said my sugar levels and other numbers have been improving.
I do not need to take insulin shots. I am continuing with medication and diet.
This is great news for someone who hates needles and shots.
Also, tomorrow night is a big senior social on campus. BBCs Got Talent. Be praying for preparation and last minute details.
4.01.2009
Worship services & Doctor Appointment
Last Thursday our friend Josh along with several others from Proskuneo Ministry were here in Clarks Summit for a multilingual worship service. We had 25 people there not including volunteers. For a rainy Thursday night, that was a good number. There were a couple of people who have not been there in quite some time. It was a great opportunity to share Christ in a different way. Many of the people who were there have shared that it was a real blessing. The worship service at BBC that evening was also awesome. We sang worship songs in NINE different languages.
If you want to find out how to more specifically prayer for the rescue mission.
http://rescuemissionprayerpage.blogspot.com/
Tomorrow I have my 6 month appointment regarding my diabetes. One of the big things we will be discussing is a certain number, I cannot remember which one. If the number is at a good level I will probably have surgery on my feet this summer.
If you want to find out how to more specifically prayer for the rescue mission.
http://rescuemissionprayerpage.blogspot.com/
Tomorrow I have my 6 month appointment regarding my diabetes. One of the big things we will be discussing is a certain number, I cannot remember which one. If the number is at a good level I will probably have surgery on my feet this summer.
3.26.2009
Proskuneo Worship Service
Tonight Proskuneo, a ministry that a friend of ours is part of, will be leading two worship services in the Scranton area.
5:30 at the Scranton Rescue Mission. This is an evangelistic service.
8:30 at BBC.
Please be praying for these services.
Thanks!
5:30 at the Scranton Rescue Mission. This is an evangelistic service.
8:30 at BBC.
Please be praying for these services.
Thanks!
3.06.2009
Doctor visit, Toledo visit and More classes.
Last week I met with our family doctor. He was pleased with my sugar levels. This "new normal" has been difficult but everyone in the family is jumping on board. Josiah reminds me to check my diobeaties before meals. Joel asks me if snacks are sugar free.
We are looking forward to going back to Toledo next weekend (03.14-03.17).
This Monday I started two more classes online.
Now I am taking 7 credits during this spring semester
Daniel/Revelation; Training others in Evangelism; Acts (online) and Contemporary Theological Issues (online).
We are in the process of adding some things to the Scranton Rescue Mission webpage. One addition is a prayer page.
If you are interested in updates regarding the ministry of the mission go to www.scrantonrescuemission.com and click on the prayer link.
We are looking forward to going back to Toledo next weekend (03.14-03.17).
This Monday I started two more classes online.
Now I am taking 7 credits during this spring semester
Daniel/Revelation; Training others in Evangelism; Acts (online) and Contemporary Theological Issues (online).
We are in the process of adding some things to the Scranton Rescue Mission webpage. One addition is a prayer page.
If you are interested in updates regarding the ministry of the mission go to www.scrantonrescuemission.com and click on the prayer link.
2.10.2009
In Akron, OH hearing about God's Transforming Power
I (David) am in Akron, OH for an Association of Gospel Rescue Missions (AGRM) training conference. It is been an amazing experience. On Monday night, 41 of the attendees sat in a circle and shared briefly about our lives. Twenty three of the testimonies were from men who at one time were in rescue mission programs. They spoke about their drug addictions and/or alcoholism. Then they shared about the AMAZING, TRANSFORMING GRACE of God. What an amazing blessing that time was.
The seminar is being hosted by Haven of Rest (http://www.havenofrest.org/)
As I think about the amazing ministry opportunity God's has given me at the Scranton Rescue Mission.
Please remember to be praying for the missions in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre.
It has been a great time and I am looking forward to tomorrow's (Wednesday) sessions. I am especially looking forward to getting back home to my family.
The seminar is being hosted by Haven of Rest (http://www.havenofrest.org/)
As I think about the amazing ministry opportunity God's has given me at the Scranton Rescue Mission.
Please remember to be praying for the missions in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre.
It has been a great time and I am looking forward to tomorrow's (Wednesday) sessions. I am especially looking forward to getting back home to my family.
2.05.2009
Super Bowl
It has taken me a little bit of time to post regarding Super Bowl Sunday.
I was very excited that the Steelers won.
I was also VERY EXCITED about the opportunity I had to share the Gospel @ Heritage Baptist Church's FanZone event. I spoke to the middle school students upstairs.
This was the report the youth pastor sent out the next day.
Our annual Fanzone Outreach here at Heritage has always been designed to bring glory to God. By working together as an entire church body, we are able to provide an excellent, positive environment where Heritage students can watch the game with unsaved friends and be assured that those friends will hear the Gospel clearly and creatively. This year, we officially partnered with Summit Baptist Bible Church and enjoyed great blessings from the combined prayers and resources of God’s people.
More than 200 students and adults passed through our doors for Fanzone last Sunday night. Many of those individuals were students from the Clarks Summit area who do not attend Gospel-preaching local churches. Upstairs in our auditorium, the 7-8 grade students enjoyed watching the game, as well as participating in activities like GaGa Ball, ping-pong, video games, and the Moon Bounce. Meanwhile, in the Youth Wing downstairs, 9-12 grade teens played video games, ping pong, wrestled in Sumo Suits, and enjoyed the football game on our big screens also. At the conclusion of the halftime Gospel presentations (by Dave Rodgers and Ken Gardoski), students were encouraged to respond by finding an adult or a Christian friend if they wanted to know more about a relationship with Christ. At least 8 students indicated that they accepted Christ as their personal Savior during the invitation. Throughout the rest of the evening, many teenagers and adults had conversations with guests who had questions about spiritual matters. I believe God will use those conversations to further impact our teenage community for His name in the coming days, weeks, and months. Before the end of the evening, each of our guests also received an copy of the Scriptures, as well as more information about how to receive Christ (not to mention all the other amazing prizes!).
Joel and Josiah also enjoyed the event and the game. Joel made Steeler signs for the family and after the game Josiah was running around throwing a football at people while saying he was Ben Rosibergie.
I was very excited that the Steelers won.
I was also VERY EXCITED about the opportunity I had to share the Gospel @ Heritage Baptist Church's FanZone event. I spoke to the middle school students upstairs.
This was the report the youth pastor sent out the next day.
Our annual Fanzone Outreach here at Heritage has always been designed to bring glory to God. By working together as an entire church body, we are able to provide an excellent, positive environment where Heritage students can watch the game with unsaved friends and be assured that those friends will hear the Gospel clearly and creatively. This year, we officially partnered with Summit Baptist Bible Church and enjoyed great blessings from the combined prayers and resources of God’s people.
More than 200 students and adults passed through our doors for Fanzone last Sunday night. Many of those individuals were students from the Clarks Summit area who do not attend Gospel-preaching local churches. Upstairs in our auditorium, the 7-8 grade students enjoyed watching the game, as well as participating in activities like GaGa Ball, ping-pong, video games, and the Moon Bounce. Meanwhile, in the Youth Wing downstairs, 9-12 grade teens played video games, ping pong, wrestled in Sumo Suits, and enjoyed the football game on our big screens also. At the conclusion of the halftime Gospel presentations (by Dave Rodgers and Ken Gardoski), students were encouraged to respond by finding an adult or a Christian friend if they wanted to know more about a relationship with Christ. At least 8 students indicated that they accepted Christ as their personal Savior during the invitation. Throughout the rest of the evening, many teenagers and adults had conversations with guests who had questions about spiritual matters. I believe God will use those conversations to further impact our teenage community for His name in the coming days, weeks, and months. Before the end of the evening, each of our guests also received an copy of the Scriptures, as well as more information about how to receive Christ (not to mention all the other amazing prizes!).
Joel and Josiah also enjoyed the event and the game. Joel made Steeler signs for the family and after the game Josiah was running around throwing a football at people while saying he was Ben Rosibergie.
1.21.2009
2nd Semester 2009
We have started the spring semester 2009 here at BBC&S.
We had a good break visiting family and spending time together here as a family.
Regretably, the weekend we were in Toledo, church was cancelled. We missed visiting with friends that Sunday.
A couple of quick updates about past blogs...
I also have a ministry opportunity to speak @ our churches Fanzone Party on Feb. 1st.
Krista's ministry in the dorm is going well.
She is actually sitting in on a Women Counseling Women class that will assist her in her current and future ministries.
I know she would appreciate your continued prayers as she ministers in Vibbard Hall.
Joel and Josiah are doing great.
Just on a side note:
GO STEELERS !!!
We had a good break visiting family and spending time together here as a family.
Regretably, the weekend we were in Toledo, church was cancelled. We missed visiting with friends that Sunday.
A couple of quick updates about past blogs...
- My sugar levels have been lower. I have actually had a couple of low sugar readings.
- The Wyoming Valley Rescue Mission is now meeting on Monday nights in our new building in Wilkes Barre. We are hoping to start the residency program in a couple of months. Be praying for all the details with this.
- Monday - Training Others in Evangelism
- Tuesday - Daniel/Revelation
- Online - Contemporary Theological Issues
- Online - Acts
I also have a ministry opportunity to speak @ our churches Fanzone Party on Feb. 1st.
Krista's ministry in the dorm is going well.
She is actually sitting in on a Women Counseling Women class that will assist her in her current and future ministries.
I know she would appreciate your continued prayers as she ministers in Vibbard Hall.
Joel and Josiah are doing great.
Just on a side note:
GO STEELERS !!!
12.21.2008
Sunday morning
I was supposed to be sharing about the mission @ a church this morning but their early service was cancelled.
So I thought I would to part of the presentation over the internet.
Here is a video about the mission...
So I thought I would to part of the presentation over the internet.
Here is a video about the mission...
12.19.2008
December 2008
This week, the Rescue Mission went before the zoning board in Wilkes-Barre again. The 2-2 tie was broken in our favor. Please be praying for Phil Schultz and the rest of the rescue mission staff as we prepare for this next ministry phase in Northeast PA.
I finished up my fall semester. I must say it was very different than I envisioned but we know that God is in control.
My sugar levels have been much better. I have a couple of days when I was under 120 the whole day. A good level is between 80 and 120. Please continue to be praying for my health.
Vibbard Hall is now empty, except for our family. While there were challenges throughout the semester, it has been great to watch Krista care for and minister to the girls in the dorm. Please continue to pray for her ministry here at the college.
We are planning to be in Toledo the December 24th through 28th for Christmas with Krista's family.
If you want to see a great video of Josiah visiting the residents of the assisted living apartments next to our church and BBC go to
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HM2NKo-K380
I finished up my fall semester. I must say it was very different than I envisioned but we know that God is in control.
My sugar levels have been much better. I have a couple of days when I was under 120 the whole day. A good level is between 80 and 120. Please continue to be praying for my health.
Vibbard Hall is now empty, except for our family. While there were challenges throughout the semester, it has been great to watch Krista care for and minister to the girls in the dorm. Please continue to pray for her ministry here at the college.
We are planning to be in Toledo the December 24th through 28th for Christmas with Krista's family.
If you want to see a great video of Josiah visiting the residents of the assisted living apartments next to our church and BBC go to
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HM2NKo-K380
11.20.2008
Update on Rescue Mission in Wilkes-Barre
This is an update Phil Schultz sent out today. Please continue to be pray for the mission in general and this specific need.
Greetings in the Lord
We went before the Zoning Board last night in Wilkes-Barre and after lengthy discussion they voted 2 for and 2 against (a tie is not a win).
11.18.2008
Pray Request Regarding the Rescue Mission
This is an email I received today (11.18)
Please be praying for this zoning board hearing and for the ministries of the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton Rescue Missions, along with other Rescue Missions across America.
www.scrantonrescuemission.com
We stand on the eve of not just an historical moment in the life of our ministry, but one for northeastern Pennsylvania. The Lord willing, we will soon join the 12 cities in Pa and the 300 cities across America in providing a residential program to the homeless. Please pray for me as I go before the Zoning Board in Wilkes-Barre at 4:30pm on Wednesday (11.19). Several of you have heard some of the testimonies of how God is using us to transform lives in Scranton- trust me, you haven't seen anything yet!
Please be praying for this zoning board hearing and for the ministries of the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton Rescue Missions, along with other Rescue Missions across America.
www.scrantonrescuemission.com
Life @ BBC&S
Today (11.18) I had an endocrinologist appointmet. I feel like I have spent a lot of time recently at appointments with our general doctor, the endocrinologist, podiatrist and dietician.
The great news is that my blood sugar level have dropped from upper 300s to mid/upper 100's. Please pray that with diet, exercise and medicine we would be able to get my sugar levels below 120.
For those of you who may not have heard, we have decided to extend our time here at BBC&S by a year. With my health and schedule we realized it was better to slow down than to push through at an overwhelming pace. It was a difficult decision but one we both have peace about.
Krista has a been enjoying being part of a Monday night Bible study on the Psalms. It is led by Joanna Arp, a woman who is an amazing Bible teacher and a great mentor to Krista.
Continue to pray for Krista as she balances family life with ministry to the girls in the dorm. She is also working on a grad class to keep up her teaching certification.
Joel is doing great in kindergarten. He loves school. His soccer season ended two weeks ago. Grandma and Grandpa were there for the last game. Joel is very proud of his medal.
One of Joel's AWANA teachers recently commented about his amazing ability to remember Bible verses. He is doing great with the weekly memory verses.
Josiah is the cutest 2 year old in Vibbard Hall. Everyone agrees. He loves singing, dancing and trying to keep up with his big brother. Josiah also has a good memory as well as a sensitive heart and will pray at meals (or in the car) for things he's heard about throughout the day. One of his regular prayers when David is at work or class is "God, Daddy come back, safe, my house."
The great news is that my blood sugar level have dropped from upper 300s to mid/upper 100's. Please pray that with diet, exercise and medicine we would be able to get my sugar levels below 120.
For those of you who may not have heard, we have decided to extend our time here at BBC&S by a year. With my health and schedule we realized it was better to slow down than to push through at an overwhelming pace. It was a difficult decision but one we both have peace about.
Krista has a been enjoying being part of a Monday night Bible study on the Psalms. It is led by Joanna Arp, a woman who is an amazing Bible teacher and a great mentor to Krista.
Continue to pray for Krista as she balances family life with ministry to the girls in the dorm. She is also working on a grad class to keep up her teaching certification.
Joel is doing great in kindergarten. He loves school. His soccer season ended two weeks ago. Grandma and Grandpa were there for the last game. Joel is very proud of his medal.
One of Joel's AWANA teachers recently commented about his amazing ability to remember Bible verses. He is doing great with the weekly memory verses.
Josiah is the cutest 2 year old in Vibbard Hall. Everyone agrees. He loves singing, dancing and trying to keep up with his big brother. Josiah also has a good memory as well as a sensitive heart and will pray at meals (or in the car) for things he's heard about throughout the day. One of his regular prayers when David is at work or class is "God, Daddy come back, safe, my house."
10.13.2008
Quebec Trip
This week (10.13 - 17), we are going to be in Quebec, Canada.
We are going to be visiting with Tim and Barb Vermilyea, missionaries that are supported by our home church in Toledo and our church here in Clarks Summit.
We would appreciate your prayers as we travel on Monday and Friday.
Pray that we would be an encouragement to the Vermilyeas while we are there.
We are going to be visiting with Tim and Barb Vermilyea, missionaries that are supported by our home church in Toledo and our church here in Clarks Summit.
We would appreciate your prayers as we travel on Monday and Friday.
Pray that we would be an encouragement to the Vermilyeas while we are there.
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