Today we traveled to Amelia Courthouse (just a little over two hours away, near Richmond) to attend a home church gathering with our friends. We had been looking forward to today as it was a special time to honor a graduating son from one of the families and also to renew acquaintance with home church friends.
First, we all gathered with our folding chairs under the big oak tree and sang several hymns. Prayer time was next, followed by a teaching time, and communion together.
During the time set aside for the graduation acknowledgment, special friends thanked the L
ord for the character qualities observed in Philip's life and encouraged him to always put the Lord first in everything. His parents then came forward, and his dad presented the long-awaited diploma.
Here's a picture of Philip with Eli, the young man who brought today's teaching, which included exhortations from Ecclesiastes 11:9... "Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth.." and Ecclesiastes 12:1..."Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy 
youth."
Delicious food, desserts, and music followed in the afternoon. Here are Tom and Jonathan playing guitar along with some of the other men.
Hannah and Sarah enjoyed conversing with some of the girls and moms and seeing a couple of new babies added to the group since we last visited. I had a fun time chatting and making the rounds snapping pictures. It was a very enjoyable Sunday! Thank you, Trent Family, for your hospitality and congratulat
ions Philip!
~Deb
Looks like a very enjoyable time! What special memories of worshiping with fellow believers out doors.
Hope you all are having a restful week after last week's activities! :)
God bless,
Lydia
Posted by: lydia | Monday, June 25, 2007 at 08:54 AM
What a wonderful time. I love the idea of meeting outdoors like that. I loved the photos.
~ Christina
Posted by: HsKubes | Monday, June 25, 2007 at 09:16 AM
We had a WONDERFUL time seeing you all again! Your fellowship is so sweet to us and we wish we could see you every week. Your family is welcome any time! Thanks again for helping us celebrate this special occasion! We hope to see you again soon.
Posted by: Julie and Alli | Monday, June 25, 2007 at 09:35 AM
Thanks for sharing photos of this special time with believers in your area. Looks like a wonderful time together.
Posted by: Dawn | Monday, June 25, 2007 at 10:58 AM
Interesting that you posted about going to a home church,it has been on my mind to ask if you had been one to lately.
Looks like everyone had a nice time.Tom and Jonathan look so natural when shown with guitars.
Posted by: Tammy | Monday, June 25, 2007 at 11:52 AM
Deb ~ It looks like a perfect Sunday of worship and fellowship. Wonderful!
Posted by: Jodi | Monday, June 25, 2007 at 08:54 PM