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“But the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting On those who fear Him, And His righteousness to children’s children,” Psalm 103:17

By now, you have noticed that the newsletter is late going out this month. That’s because right in the middle of production, the “media department” was urgently called out of town. As many of our Facebook friends know, Jennifer’s first grandchild (and my first great grandchild) has arrived. The firstborn of my firstborn’s firstborn, Master Asher William Groth, was born on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 5:05 PM, weighing in at 6 lbs 6 oz at 19 inches long. Needless to say, Jennifer dropped everything and headed to South Florida for his arrival. Mama had a quick and fairly easy delivery, little man is healthy and happy, and daddy is a proud papa. I will get to meet him for the first time in the next couple of days. Oh, the blessed joy that babies bring!

We have had the most pleasant weather this summer that we have ever had in the 22 years we have been living in Florida. Highs only in the 70’s and low 80’s for the most part. Those temperatures have started returning to “normal,” but that’s okay. The cooler summer so far has been nice.

Our travels last month were most pleasant as well. The only negative aspect was that we did not get to see our friends in Texas, but there will be another time along the way to see them, and we look forward to that time.

Every other aspect of our trip was wonderful. We were able to see long-time friends and make new friends. In each case, we were enriched and blessed by being together. The bond of Christian love and common endeavors for the fulfillment of the Great Commission is like unto kinship. And, in fact, it is because we are brothers and sisters in Christ.

We had hoped to take a little time for some much needed R&R this month. Haven’t had any in a long time. But, we still have a few things that need to be done. We will also continue working toward the goal of getting Introduction to the Bible in final form and ready for publication.

Thank you for your prayers and faithful support. You are continually in our prayers. May His blessings rest upon you without ceasing.

Because there are over 4.4 billion people in the world who still need Jesus, I remain

Yours in missions,

Mary Ann Cassidy

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