Take the next left, follow two blocks and go left at the roundabout and we're the second house on the left. At least we will be when we move next month. Yup, that's right we're moving and we are so thankful to God for leading us to a house we
can fit into a bit better.

About two weeks ago while riding my bike home from work, I decided to take a ride through some of the side streets of Bridge of Allan hoping to see a for rent sign in front of a house. You see, we are feeling pretty squeezed these days in our polly pocket house and we had been hoping for something in Bridge of Allan because that's where the kids go to school, and where our office is located. We have also had visions of starting a community bible study and after school kids club there. Well, there were no for rent signs on that day but while I was riding down one particular street I really felt impressed to pray that God would provide something there. I guess I figured it couldn't hurt and I remembered what Jesus said, "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples. - John 15:7-8 Well, I did pray and left it at that. A couple of days later a man called in response to an ad Julie posted on the post office notice board. Julie's ad stated that a family was looking for a house to rent in Bridge of Allan. Well, it just so happens that the house he had to rent was on that very street that I felt impressed to pray on. The next day we went to check it out and it looks perfect for us. I guess God has some plans for us in Bridge of Allan, we'll see what happens and of course, we'll keep you all posted. God is good!
Marc

About 13 yrs. ago while standing in a strange kitchen eating an amazing chocolate chip cookie something caught the corner of my eye that would alter the whole course of my life much for the better. Well, that something was actually a someone with beautiful long blond hair and a smile and a walk that left me forgetting why I found myself there to begin with. As a matter of fact the whole purpose of the evening had just shifted for me from shooting a video of the band I was playing in at the time to finding more about this girl I couldn't take my eyes off of. Later that evening while driving home my friend Mike, noticing the glaze over my eyes, referred to her as my wife and a little more than 2 yrs. later, Mike would turn out to be a prophet.

That day was one of my best days. October 16th, 1994 was a perfect sunny autumn day with temps. in the 60's and the leaves just beginning to hit their peak. The best part though was standing (next to the prophet himself) and my jaw dropping as I watched my beautiful bride walk down the isle. I still can't believe how God has blessed me with Julie and now three amazing children, it just blows my mind.

So why am I putting this all on a blog for the whole world to see? Well it is true when you're in love you just want to tell the whole world so that's what I thought I'd do.

I Love You Julie!! I always have and I always will.

Thank you for being my bride for the last 11 yrs. My prayer is that we'll have many more wonderful, adventured filled years to come.

Marc

P.S. - By the way, Julie made those amazing chocolate chip cookies.

Hi everybody and sorry it's been so long since we've met here in the blogsphere. Much has happened since our last post including our visit this past weekend to the Leadership summit held in Glasgow. Julie and I were able to attend for free with me Marc playing drums on the worship team and Julie doing hospitality for the volunteers. It was a lot of fun playing drums in a church envirement where I didn't have to play 'church drums' if you know what I mean. Basically I was told to let it rip and I did. The guys and girl on the team were great and it was a pleasure to be able to play with them. They are top notch musicians and it was some of the best worship time I've experienced while playing the drums because I didn't have to worry about being too loud and I could just focus on the words and play with as much passion as I felt. Julie of course did an amazing job providing tea, coffee, snacks, water and lunch for all the volunteers. Her pasta salad was a big hit as well as her nacho dip. I've yet to have food that good in a church. Good job Julie!!

Oh, the summit. That was good too and well attended with about 500 in attendance each day. It was a lot of good practical stuff for pastors and leaders in the church. I have to say I didn't agree with everything that was taught but over all both Julie and I took away some really good stuff. More on that on my other blog www.marcreedhamer.blogspot.com

We've also in the past few weeks started our tuesday evening house group where we're going through the book of Genesis with the whole church. Actually we're just covering the first 11 chapters of Genesis. I'm not really sure why we're stopping there but that's a topic for another time. So far it's been interesting to say the least. Most of the people in the group are enviremental scientists who studied at Stirling University which makes going through the creation account very interesting and challenging. Let's just say we've had some debates and I am not buying the theistic evolution thing. It just doesn't work with the fall of man. Check this out for more on theistic evolution. It's kind of interesting though how God has put me (Marc) having an undergrad degree in the school of hard knocks and a masters in the school of rock in a leadership position surrounded by well educated people in the science world. It wouldn't be the first time though that God has done something like this to which I say, May God be glorified!!! I may start posting on my other blog a review of our tuesday evening study to fill you in and also as a way processing and personal therapy. Stay tuned.

In other news in Hamer world, we are actively looking for a larger house to rent in Bridge of Allan where the kids go to school. Presently we only live 1 mile from Bridge of Allan but we are feeling a bit squeezed in our house and would like to possibly start a bible study in that community. It's something God has put on both of our hearts so we'll see what God does.

Hey, how 'bout those Eagles yesterday, and the Phillies deserve some credit too for coming so close down the stretch. Too bad Houston was just one game better. Oh well, Go Flyers and Eagles.

Gotta go for now,

Marc