A Big Thank You on Laura’s Anniversary

Many of you remember that today is the one-year anniversary of Laura’s bone marrow transplant. We are so grateful for how God has continued to heal Laura and sustain her.

This past week I attended a Mobilization to End Poverty conference. During a workshop on The Economy and Poverty, one of the speakers shared about a new way for people to help each other through economically difficult times. He encourages what he calls “Common Security Clubs” where part of what takes place is a commitment from a group of believers to mutually aid one another in difficult times financially. As he spoke, I was reminded that this already existed in our lives here in Indianapolis. While we faced many challenges financially while Laura was going through the heaviest parts of her treatment, God provided through family and friends like you. Many of you gave money to help us, gas cards, meals, groceries, extra little gifts like Starbucks cards, among other things. I remember the many cards and posters hand made by kids from The Oaks Academy. I also remember the women who came and cleaned our home several times and the many ways people let us know they were praying for us.

As the workshop came to a close, I raised my hand and shared my story of what God did for us when Laura was ill. The speakers and the people at the workshop were moved and encouraged. I share this to say that I want to say thank you once again to all of you for your generous love and support through a difficult year last year. We could not have made it through without all of you. We look back upon the year with fond memories, all memories you created. We love you and praise God for His great love for us. We pray one day we can give to you as you have given to us.

With great gratitude in our hearts,
Brad (for Laura and the boys)