Dear Churches, Pastors, Family and Friends,
One year ago this month our life and ministry took a
decidedly different turn when my heart valve failed and I went down for the
count, well almost. Thanks to LeeOra and of course the Lord I survived and came
away with a new valve, a renewed outlook on life and a lot of medical bills. I
am very grateful for your prayers, patience and understanding during the time
of readjustment and recovery. We are still adjusting in some areas and recovering
in others but feel like this anniversary marks a place where we can really put
the heart issues behind us and look forward to what the Lord has planned for
our future.
In
celebrating the anniversary of my operation and our 38th wedding
anniversary LeeOra and I hiked down into the Grand Canyon, a total of 8 miles
round trip and a change in elevation of 2050 ft. Going down was easy going back
up was very, very tough. I realized I’m not fully back to normal as I needed
several rest stops and it took about 3 times longer to go up as it did to
descend. Normal time for hiking is between 4 and 6 hours but it took us 8 and
LeeOra wasn’t the one slowing us down. Still it was a good test and I feel that
with more walking daily I have nothing to worry about as far as my recovery
goes. It was a great place to see God’s handiwork and realize that he is also
working on me.
We have been attending Lighthouse Baptist in Camp Verde
during my recovery. I have had the opportunity to preach, which is a better
tonic than pills or hikes for a preacher and may be doing some Bible Studies on
Sunday night soon. Bro. Randall and all the members have been a real blessing
to us and have become like another home church away from home church for us.
LeeOra and I have been fervently and faithfully praying
about our ministry here in Flagstaff and our service to the Lord. We are asking
Him to lead us where we need to go or to confirm where we need to stay. I am
overwhelmed by all of our supporting churches and pastors who have been so
faithful to stand by and would humbly ask that you join us in praying for God’s
will in our lives at this time. We are ready emotionally, spiritually and
physically to be where God can use us. Though we are unworthy of such service,
we know God has called us and is faithful to fulfill that calling. Please
continue to pray on our behalf.
In God’s service
Kris and LeeOra Minefee
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