Greetings from Minneapolis, Minnesota! Whew - what a whirlwind of events…let's recap the last couple weeks:
On Friday, April 23rd, we were in Mullen, NE ministering at Mullen 
Assembly of God with Pastor Van Berry.
"It was great having Larry and Gloria with us. Their combination of music, ministry, humor and laughter made for a fun and enjoyable evening. People were blessed and hearts were encouraged and changed."
We were only home for a day, just long enough to see my precious mother, Julie Brooks, who is 94 ½ years old and then we were on our way to the Minneapolis, MN area. Arriving in Apple Valley, MN, we were so happy to see our daughter, LaDawn and Dante and Myanna for a few hours. We miss them so much when we are on tour.
Breakfast. Praise the Lord, over forty responded to the invitation to accept Christ."Evangelist Larry Lundstrom ministered to over 120 men at our Steak & Egg Breakfast at Celebration Church. Over 40 men responded to receive Christ as Savior & Lord. Larry Lundstrom's Ministry is Eternity Driven. People are prepared for the rest of their life to face eternity. Our Men's Ministry was impacted in a powerful way. Many people also responded to receive Christ in both Sunday services. We had an awesome weekend with Larry & Gloria Lundstrom."
Our niece, Londa Lundstrom-Ramsey, is now Senior Pastor of Celebration, along with Pastors Lowell and Connie Lundstrom. Last Sunday morning, May 2nd, Larry and I sang and preached at the two morning services. Celebration is experiencing a fresh anointing! About 
1,200-1,400 were there from the two services. The worship time was exhilarating and soul-searching. Truly, there was an air of excitement and anticipation of what God was going to do that was definitely evident. There were 27 decisions - nine first time - that responded to the altar call. Their tears of joy and repentance made all the road miles and weariness of the past couple weeks worth it. We say it all the time and it's still true, seeing people come to Christ is a "transfusion" of joy and much needed energy. 
Larry and his wife, Gloria, were with us. Our congregation enjoyed their music and the message that Larry shared. It was a strong clear call to commitment. Over twenty stepped forward at the invitation to receive Christ or to renew their relationship with the Lord.Larry and Gloria are true evangelists who love the lost and haven't compromised the salvation message. We are proud of them and want to thank you, their faithful partners, for supporting them with your prayers and finances. Their ministry is making a difference in the lives of thousands."
who is currently working with Celebration Church."We loved the new renditions of some of the old favorite songs! Larry's preaching was very effective, as usual, and the altar was filled with people needing the Lord. Chet has beenfollowing yourministry from the beginning andit's been consistent in preaching the Word and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Keep up the good work for His glory!"
Chet and Karen Priewe
I just received news from my daughter, LaShawn and husband Liam, and son Donovan who live in Nashville that the state is experiencing a disaster that is similar to Katrina, but with flooding. Over a foot of rain fell in just a few hours and 40% of Nashville is flooded. Thankfully, LaShawn and Liam's house is kind of up on a hill, so they are safe, but there is a "lake" of flood water near their home.
Where our son works, a semi filled with steel barricades that was parked at the loading dock, was pushed nearly a mile down the road, along with dozens of other semis. The flood stage for Nashville is 40 feet and is now up to 58 feet. Our daughter LaShawn drove a coach to San Antonio, TX on Friday and was returning home early Sunday morning. She got 35 miles out of Nashville and has been sitting on the interstate along with hundreds of other vehicles, for nearly two days. Interstate and roads are washed out and people cannot get in or out of the city. There are growing fears of the contaminated water and the damage of all the homes, etc.
To me all of these events are definitely a loud hint of the End Times. I really believe Jesus Christ is coming soon - and we really need to realize how we need to be ready to meet Christ. The scriptures say, "For you yourselves know perfectly well that the day of the [return of the] Lord will come [as unexpectedly and suddenly] as a thief in the night." (1 Thessalonians 5:2, Amplified Bible)
Will you be one of those who will be ready and looking for His return? If not you can pray a simple prayer right now and ask Jesus to forgive you of your sins, come into your heart and give you peace in these troubling times. Then when everything breaks loose, you will have Christ to walk with you. You'll be happy you made the right choice.
"Mother - that was the bank where we deposited all our hurts and worries."
- T. DeWitt Talmage
Baking a Cake with your Child's Help
Preheat oven.
Check to be certain that there are no rubber balls or plastic soldiers on the oven shelves.
Remove blocks and toy autos from table.
Grease pan.
Crack nuts.
Measure 2 cups flour; remove Johnny's hands from flour; wash flour off him.
Re-measure flour.
Crack more nuts to replace those Johnny ate.
Put flour, baking powder and salt in sifter. Get dustpan and brush up pieces of bowl Johnny knocked on floor.
Get another bowl.
Answer doorbell.
Return to kitchen.
Remove Johnny's hands from bowl. Wash Johnny. Answer telephone. Return.
Remove 1/4 inch salt from greased pan.
Look for Johnny. Grease another pan. Answer telephone.
Return to kitchen and find Johnny.
Remove his hands from bowl.
Take up greased pan and remove layer of nut shells in it.
Head for Johnny, who runs, knocking bowl off table.
Wash kitchen floor, table, walls, dishes.
Double Quick Dinner Rolls 1 pkg. dry yeast 1 tsp. salt 1 c. warm water, 105 to 115 degrees 2 T. shortening 1 egg 2 ¼ c. flour 2 T. sugar Dissolve yeast in water. Add sugar, salt, egg and shortening along with 1 cup of flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in remaining flour and mix again until smooth. Cover and let rise in warm place until double in size; about 30 minutes. Knead down and spoon into greased large muffin cups. Makes 12 rolls. Let rise for 20-30 minutes. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes.
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A clever way to use coffee filters is to put a few on a plate and put your fried bacon, French fries, chicken fingers, etc. on them. They soak out all the grease!