Cheryl and I were visiting our grandsons the other day. Beau and I were outside tossing a baseball, as we normally do. I was getting tired, as I normally do. That’s when I realized it was after 9:00 in the evening. I was re-energized. How often can we be outside playing ball that late at night?  

 In this week’s lesson, the land of Egypt experienced a deep darkness in the middle of the day. It is possible that a few baseball-tossing grandpas were happy that day. Join us on Sunday as we study Exodus 10:21-29 together.  

 As a reminder: If you would like to become a member here at Cross Roads UMC, membership classes begin tonight. I would like for everyone to take this class whether you are transferring from another church or establishing membership for the first time. I think it is a good way to get to know the Preacher and his wife. We will meet at 6:00 in our fellowship hall. 

Dear friends, we are blessed,  

PaRick