"The riches that you give are the only wealth that you will keep forever," (Quas dederis, solas semper habebis, opes)

The Haiti collection has reached approximately $2817.00 in one month.  All future giving will continue to be sent to the 'Friends of Montfort' collection point in support of the Institut Montfort School for Deaf/Blind Children, in Haiti.

As we have seen the need for the Haitian Deaf School being met, through you and many others, we know your hearts are open to the 'giving of alms' as described in Matthew 6.  Thank you for your generosity in giving.

Please, also, do not forget the 2009 Deaf missions projects that NF is still collecting for.  You can give at the www.nfdeaf.com/donations.html and designate for 2009 NF Missions Projects. More information on the 2010 Missions projects will be presented at the NF Convention in Minneapolis.

Much like this Haiti Deaf School project, 'it only takes a spark, to start a fire.'  And it we can be the sparks, together, that kindle a good Deaf missions fire.  Please consider adding NF Deaf to your monthly missions program.  

Thank you for your good Matthew 6 giving.

Three more churches and/or individuals have contacted the Philly Deaf ministry to indicate that they have sent, or are planning to send, funds to add to the Haiti Deaf School Relief fund.

One of my favorite movies is "The Ghost of Dickens Past." It is a little known movie, but it's message is as great or greater than my other favorite movie, "A Christmas Carol."  In the movie, an especially important moment is when "Mr. Dickens" realizes that his need for money, as desperate as he is feeling, is nothing compared to the family who is living under a bridge in the middle of winter.  He responds to this thought by giving  a basket of food and a pouch of money for the family's housing and their young son's sickness. As he is turning to leave, the father in a confused voice, almost yells to him, "Why are you doing this?"  His answer?  "Because you need it...and I need to give it!"

Thank, everyone, who has given and those who are planning to give to this great need; not just because they need it, but because we need to give it.

Remember!  We began this collection less than a month ago with a $1000.00 goal in sight.  Would you look what the Lord has done through His people!

This is the second 18-inch plus snowfall this season.  Most east coast Deaf churches had to cancel services this past week due to the 'diggout' that is now in full force.  Some cities recorded snowfall in the 30+ range.  Philadelphia officials say up to 28 inches were dumped on the city.  Washington got similar amounts or more.


Worse yet, is that another storm is following on the heels of this one and is predicted to hit tomorrow (Tuesday and Wednesday); possibly bringing another 8 - 12 inches to Philadelphia.


Thanks for remembering in prayer, the churches and Deaf people who are slowly becoming buried : )

One of the most important types of ministry in the nation would be a ministry to college students.  Jeanne Behm is involved in that type of ministry furthering God’s Kingdom to a large population of the Deaf and hard of hearing students at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID) in Rochester, New York.

Jeanne is a support for the deacon who is in charge of the bible studies for the Deaf.  She summarized, “It's nice to have a male support person along with myself as a female support person to help them grow in the Lord in all the issues they face in college.  We are encouraging / empowering students to take leadership roles on campus.  That is to set up a Christian ‘club.’  (There are so many different clubs but none are Christian for the deaf.)  It will be a good ‘club’ to be recognized on campus.  We have other people working on website ideas to promote fellowship and prayer.  This is the tip of the iceberg since my arrival last January (2009).  God's been good in bringing students of different backgrounds.  They are such an inspiration to me for each one is unique and special in God's eyes and I am learning that, too.”

Take a look at God’s faithfulness in expanding His Kingdom!  Jeanne describes her part in the ministry: “I take one student quite faithfully to our church on Sunday mornings and this student is rounding up some more students to ride with us, too.  We have one interpreter at our church. Our pastor is very good so far to meet the students' needs.  The church is growing and so are we. We experience His faithfulness.”

Jeanne’s prayer request: “Pray for students to perform well in their studies but above all, for their hearts to continue to love the Lord.”  Yes, let’s all do that faithfully!