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Since we have been on furlough I have enjoyed the opportunity to getonline and update both our blog and newsletter format. I hope you likethe layout.
Here are some of the new blog features:
1.
 
Our blog is now found at www.pngfords.com
.If you go to theblogspot address you will be redirected to our new page. If youare linked to the blogspot address you might want to update it.2.
 
The blog now has
an email updates feature.
Simply add youremail address into the
box under the “Subscribe by email” title.
Each time we update our blog you will be sent an email.3.
 
The
look of the blog has been updated
. The layout includesmore pictures and other features.4.
 
Newsletters
will now be accessible through the blog site and willbe archived there.We currently have about 20 subscribers and would love to see more of you have access to that information. Subscribe by visiting the site andentering your email address.
Newsletter and Blog Improvements
Our 2009 furlough began earlier than expected with the news that
there were some possible complications with Jeri’s pregnancy. We
were blessed to know that there was not an issue after all.
 At the time of this writing our family is currently staying with
 Jeri’s family in Cheyenne, Wyoming
.
During our time in Canada Craig was able to make presentations atthe following congregations:
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Newsletter and BlogImprovements
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Furlough Events 2009
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Money Help for Christians
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Family Perspective,
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Pictures and Devotional
 In his heart a man planshis course, but the Lord determines his steps.(Proverbs 16:9 NIV)
May
 – 
June Newsletter
Volume 4 Issue 3
By Craig
Furlough Events 2009
By Craig
Continue on page 3
PNG Fords, PO Box 912, Alotau, Papua New Guineawww.pngfords.com pngfords@gmail.com 011-675-671-7788
Ford Familyin PNG
 
 Page 2Ford Family In PNG
I know that this article is really outside of the main focus of our newsletter, but Idid want to introduce you to a new personal project.
Our time in New Guinea has made me keenly sensitive to issues related toChristians and money management. Anyone who has lived in a third worldcountry knows the importance of developing theology of wealth and atheology of giving. This helps you function in the midst of poverty. So Ihave spent some personal time over the last few years studying,questioning, exploring, and even writing on topics related to Christiansand money.Following this study I decided to
start blogging about Christians andMoney. As of June 4
th
, 2009 I launched a blog called Money Help ForChristians that is found at www.moneyhelpforchristians.com. 
In the blog I focus on (1) Financial teachings from a Biblical perspective.(2) Daily posts on topics that impact all aspects of personal finances. Thisincludes practical tips for saving money, earning money, and managingyour money. (3) A behind the scenes look at our finances - themotivations, impulses, and the spiritual implications of our financialdecisions.
In addition to the writing, I have made two presentations on this
material for a preacher’s luncheon in Ontario and at a Bible class in
Cheyenne, Wyoming.You can subscribe to receive daily emails delivered into your inboxby clicking here. 
.
This is what the Lord 
 says: “Let not the wise
man boast of his wisdomor the strong man boast of his strengthor the rich man boast of his riches,but let him who boastsboast about this:that he understands and knows me, that I am the Lord, who exerciseskindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for 
in these I delight,”
declares the Lord.(Jeremiah 9:23-24 NIV)
“
Money Help For Christians
”
Blog Launched
By Craig
NEWS
Here are a few blogs you might want to check out:
 
Marcus and Diane Reese:
http://marcusanddiane.wordpress.com/ The information is a little dated, but worth a visit if you
haven’t seen their blog.
 
 
Velma Foreman shares some of her experiences at the
OneMile medical clinic
. Here is the link for the clinic:http://www.onemileclinic.org/ 
 
Please pray for the missionary team in Cochabamba, Boliva.There was recently a bus accident where three young peopledied. You can get more information by visiting
Josh andJulie Marcum
’s blog: 
http://jjmarcum22.blogspot.com/ 
 
 Ford Family in PNGPage 3
We spent May and June in Ontario with Craig’s parents and were blessed
by our time together. (Thank you, Art and Ruby, for being such gracioushosts.) Hannah and Caleb became very comfortable with them, as wellas their Canadian aunts, uncles, and cousins. It was a blessing to visitmany congregations in Canada as well and to see some old friends. OnJune 18
th
, our lives became a little busier when Elizabeth Ruby was born.She has already captured our hearts and we are thankful for her goodhealth. Elizabeth was born with a head full of dark hair, weighing in at 6
lbs. 2 oz. We’ve been adju
sting to life without as much sleep and beingoutnumbered by our kiddos, but we feel very grateful for the childrenGod has given us. Hannah and Caleb are very proud big siblings, of course. We look forward to our time in the States for the next couple of months. Thank you to everyone for your encouragement, support, andprayers.
Government, Passport and Papers Update
By Craig
Ontario did expedite Elizabeth’s birth certificate so we have that on
hand. The Canadian High Commission in Denver has approved ourrequest to expedite a passport so that should be underway in a few days.From there we will wait for the PNG government to give Elizabeth anentry permit to PNG.
Continuation of the churches we have visited on furlough:
 
Ville-Emard Church of Christ in Montreal, Quebec
 
Meaford Church of Christ in Meaford, Ontario
 
Collingwood Church of Christ in Collingwood, Ontario
 
Tintern Church of Christ in Tintern, Ontario
 
Newmarket Church of Christ in Newmarket, Ontario
 
Beamsville Church of Christ in Beamsville, Ontario
Coming up in the next few weeks I will be making presentations at:
 
Cheyenne Church of Christ in Cheyenne, Wyoming
 
Beatrice Church of Christ in Beatrice, Nebraska
 
Lander Church of Christ in Lander, Wyoming
 
Mountain View Church of Christ in Colorado Springs, Colorado
 
Champions Church of Christ in Houston, TX
Currently our plan is to leave North America on August 30
th
to startour trip back to PNG.
Five Ford Family 
.
Family Perspective
By Jeri
Furlough Events
from page 1
 I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joybecause of your  partnership in the gospel from the first day untilnow, being confident of this, that he who began agood work in you willcarry it on to completionuntil the day of Christ  Jesus. (Philippians 1:3-6  NIV)
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