Another day of blessings

Friday We were off to the convention after the meager breakfast of tiny blueberry muffins. We were blessed by the opening Bible study and reports from the visiting Lutheran Hour speakers from throughout the world. We then went to the luncheon where Ned Jarrett, a former NASCAR driver, spoke about what God has done in his life. He was even a Lutheran! We then went to 2 “breakout sessions” emphasizing how and why to share His story with the world around us. We had a little time before dinner, so we visited some of the booths where Lutheran organizations displayed their missions and gave trinkets as reminders, hoping to receive donations. They all have hearts for God in their work and most have small recourses to work with. We then went to the dinner and entertainment. It was LLL Mayberry night because Mt. Airy (Mayberry) is close to here. There is a team of “actors” who must nearly all summer in the town. They were hired to come here and were funny. They were followed by the Cockman family. A real family who plays bluegrass together. We have seen them for the 4th time and love their harmony. We also love their witness because they are primarily a Gospel singing group. After their performance, the group of diners sang hymns with their accompaniment. We had a day of blessings and were back to the motel by 10:30.