It is financially a trying time for all citizens of the world. Iceland's economy is tanking and Europe is scrambling to prop up it's financial institutions. The United States government is funneling billions into the failed mortgage sector, and more appropriations are likely for auto makers and financial institutions. All of this at a time that we're looking to swear in a new president and are fighting terroristic wars on two fronts.
No, doubt you are having to make some adjustments in their family activities and budgets as we are. But we wanted to just write and say "Thank You" for standing with the Robb Family and Deaf Missions over the years and especially during this time in our economy. We continue to seek God's direction for the future of Deaf Missions in the greater Philadelphia region. Like you, we're constantly evaluating expenses. We've turned back the thermostat a notch or two, and Barbara does a great job at being creative with what's in the cupboard.
All in all, your faithfulness in giving has gone a long way toward meeting every need that we've had. There's not usually much left over at the end of each month, but you've been a great provision for us toward continuing to minister to, "The Silent Minority.' (a phrase from Ed Lawrence, my CBC professor)