A New Senator - Senator Patrick Andrews!

The following is a excerpt from an article written by PlusTV about Patricks new position as Senator (announced this week)!


PUP Replaces Two Senators
Posted by PlusTV staff on March 20th, 2014

The Opposition People's United Party has chosen to replace two of its three allocated Senators after two years' service. They are Karen Bodden of Belize City and Collet Montejo of Santa Elena, Cayo. Their replacements are Belmopan standard bearer and youth worker Patrick Andrews and Belize City lawyer Anthony Sylvestre. In a short briefing at the party's headquarters of Independence Hall, the new senators spoke. Sylvestre said he will dedicate himself to fulfilling a particular Senate function – stamping out corruption.

Mr. Anthony Sylvestre- Senator of the PUP

"The senate is that word of the legislature which has an important and functional to flush out these sickening cases of corruption and mismanagement and to bring to the bring top te attention of the Belizean people the extent of these cases. All will agree, we cannot wait until the government is changed, and change they will change before we find out the extent of the wrongdoings. The Senate, pursuant to 61 A2 (d) of the constitution, has, as one of its constitutional remits, the power conduct inquiries, investigations on any matters of public interest or importance, including inquiries into mismanagements or corruptions by persons of the central government or public statutory bodies. I look forward to work side bu side with my colleagues, Senator Lisa Shoman and Senator Patrick Andrews as well as the senators representing the churches, Chamber of Commerce and the Trade Unions towards this end".

We also heard from the Belmopan Standard bearer for the PUP, Patrick Andrews.

Mr. Patrick Andrews- Newly Appointed Senator of the PUP

"It is a privilege for me, party leader, to serve in this capacity and to the leader of the senate, Lisa Shoman and new colleague, Anthony. We look forward to continue our way for charting our way forward for our country. Our country is continuously plagued with injustice and corruption as what my colleague just mentioned. In times such as these, it is a cause for an individual to rise up and to fight for the freedom and liberation of our country. We do not take this appointment lightly. We realize that it is a great responsibility that the party leader has put on our shoulders to continue fighting for reform of our system in this country that has not produced the results of justice and equality for all. So, to my family and friends and to the senators that have served in the past, we hope to continue this mandate of freedom and liberation for the people of Belize"....

Welcome to our Village

Mr Patrick Andrews was invited to speak at an endorsement ceremony earlier this week in one of the neighboring Villages. Upon arrival, before the ceremony began he was presented with this enormous bouquet of flowers. They said "Mr Andrews it is an honor and a privilege to have you in our village, we welcome you." Isn't that just amazing? What a blessing it is to lay down your life for others and "Serve the People."

Interval Training with Liz

Ok, so Liz (our incredibly fit friend) from down south offered an "Interval Training" class this morning at YWAM Belmopan's Destiny House. It was a fundraiser toward scholarships for next weeks Legacy Youth Conference so I HAD to participate! ;)

Holy SMOKES... Liz is a MACHINE! She kicked out butt and challenged us to go harder. I loved this woman up until the point I saw stars and had tunnel vision! Hahaha!

My friend Patti and I took this picture after the WARM UP! It makes me giggle each time I look at it!

Thank you Liz for pushing me, thank you Patti for being beside me during my first real "Near Death Experience".

<3

Daniel Fasting

So, Jason and I felt we needed to consecrate ourselves for the season ahead - prepare ourselves for whatever God will bring. We have been doing a modified "Daniel Fast" (only fruits and vegetables) for about 2 weeks now and have another week or so to go. I must admit, I am enjoying it! Jason mentioned the other day that he would like to continue after the allotted time ends, with a few minor changes.

So over the next few weeks I will post some pictures of my "creations". Maybe some recipes, maybe not! ;) I figured our blog is a better place to share all my food pictures. Some people get annoyed with endless food photos on Facebook, so if I post them on our blog they don't have to see them if they don't want!

That's my story, and I'm sticking to it. Even after the Daniel Fast is over!

SA

En Croix Ballet Class re-opens

Hello everybody!  

We are pleased to announce that YWAM Belmopan's En Croix School of Dance will be starting 2 ballet classes in September. 

EN CROIX SCHOOL OF DANCE registration was held on Monday, August 26th, 2013.  It was great to see a few familiar faces and meet new ones ready to jump back in to dancing.

We are offering 2 ballet classes on Mondays.  (Our daughter, Keilah will be an assistant teacher in these classes!  She is very eager to help out and learn a ton as she does so.)

Classes will be 4:15-5:00pm for ages 4-8 and then 5:15-6:15pm for ages 9-12.  

Please keep Patti, Bethany and Keilah in your prayers and they reach out to these young ladies in the performing arts ministry.  May God be glorified in all that we say and do.

If you would like to keep up with what is going on at the studio, feel free to "like" the facebook page!

LEGACY - Taken (Price Paid)

We're living in a time where more leaders are being called upon to draw the line and fight not just to preserve Belize, but sharpen the dull areas and truly cut through as a leading nation for righteousness, values & truth.  We at Legacy is passionate about grooming the next generation of leaders to take their rightful place of leadership in all spheres of society. We'd like to thank you for the role you've plaid in the lives our Belizean youth and we’d like to come along side you by inviting YOU and YOUR YOUTHS to our summer conference. The Legacy Youth Conference will be held at YWAM Banana Bank Campus AUGUST 1ST –  4TH, 2013.  Conference cost is $45 up to July 22nd and $55 after for late registration.  The theme of the up-coming conference is “Taken – Price Paid”. The idea from a biblical stand point is, we’re not for sale, and we’ve been bought by Christ and belong to him. From a social standpoint, we [Belize] are NOT for sale. It is important for our youths to know who they belong to, that they are consecrated to be the Kingdom of God on this Earth. Also that Belize is our land and they can play a part in the future of our nation.  We look forward to hear from you and to seeing you over the Legacy conference weekend.  For more information and to register go to http://ywambelmopan.com/Ministries/Legacy/Registration.aspx If you have any questions or concern, feel free to call: 633-9478 or 623-3683 or email : legacybelize@gmail.com After you've filled out the online form, an email will be sent to you on how to make payment. REGISTRATION WILL BE CLOSED ON JULY 22ND, 2013 Many Blessings, Legacy Youth Movement Team

Word

Matthew 5:1, 2, 9-12 MSG

"When Jesus saw his ministry drawing huge crowds, he climbed a hillside. Those who were apprenticed to him, the committed, climbed with him. Arriving at a quiet place, he sat down and taught his climbing companions. This is what he said: "You're blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete or fight. That's when you discover who you really are, and your place in God's family. "You're blessed when your commitment to God provokes persecution. The persecution drives you even deeper into God's kingdom. "Not only that—count yourselves blessed every time people put you down or throw you out or speak lies about you to discredit me. What it means is that the truth is too close for comfort and they are uncomfortable. You can be glad when that happens—give a cheer, even!—for though they don't like it, I do! And all heaven applauds. And know that you are in good company. My prophets and witnesses have always gotten into this kind of trouble."

See it at YouVersion.com:

http://bible.us/97/mat.5.1.msg