Hi Boyd,

Dan and Tina invited us to Coen and Suria’s conference in Africa in October.  It was a very good feeling to reconnect with them. It was energizing being aroundSo many young people who want to make a difference for God.

But, of course, you are seeing all of this.

I was stunned that Suria could remember my talk and verse from 2007.And Coen said the talent workshop changed the way he leads his ministry.

So I had an opportunity to share at the conference and then had two full days of training - entrepreneurship and talent spelunking this time.

Thank you again for the referral to Coen and the conference fifteen years ago.I feel like it is home. Susan and I will head back there to do more training.

Being in George has helped me here to focus. I see where the biblical creativity material could give people more options and alternatives in what they are doing.

Susan and I are looking forward to connecting with Dan and Tina and their ministry in Tanzania, the Lake, Malwai, George and all over Africa.We will continue the work that you and Virgina supported so faithfully.  And, of course, we will say hi to Givemore, Eric Mango and others.

It has been almost a year.  I miss the fifty plus years of bouncing ideas and getting thoughts from you.

Rick

Oh, I am so sorry about Boyd.  I didn't know until recently. So sad. However the wonderful

truth is he will be in heaven, and we will see him again! Boyd is a wonderful person, and a true Christian.

I was in the army at Ft Bliss with Boyd. We became great friends. I wouild really like to speak with Jonathan or other memberr of family. Please contact me. Love, Charles Knight  cell 706-968-0902

1. I meet Boyd in 2003 during his brief stay in Malawi, Boyd was like a father to me, he has been there for me when I need advice , I remember working for him as a gardener and having sprecial debete   for me to become a Christian  I had great time with him which will not be  forgotten  in my memory, I remember when we drove over 300km just to visit my home village  in Balaka, Malawi. He has done a great job on supporting me in many ways which I could not returned I always told him God will return it to him, condolences to the family God be with you in this difficult situation. 

*This is the content of the last email I sent to Boyd, before he went to see Jesus. As you will read, both Boyd and Virginia made a huge impact on my spiritual growth.

Hi Boyd,

I am thankful we had an opportunity to chat a while back. I'm so sad to say goodbye, but I look forward to chatting with you again once we're reunited in Heaven.

Below are several ways you've both contributed to my faith/walk with Jesus:

-Giving thanks when things are hard...this was HUGE! Giving thanks in all circumstances has proven to be so powerful! I practice this Biblical principal often and have passed this scripture/wisdom on to others.

-The reality of spiritual warfare. This was HUGE for me too. I was being attacked in many ways prior to meeting with you both. Once you drew the picture of the stronghold and explained that we are with Jesus above the principalities of this world, I was free to understand my position. I began to walk confidently in the Spirit's strength and power.

-Freedom and Forgiveness. You both helped me walk through the Steps to Freedom. This is where I understood bitterness and was freed from so much of it. I still have copies and have led others through it as well.

-You were the one who encouraged me to go to Africa with the group you were leading. What a blessing that was. Two memories stand out in my mind. First, God's word was hidden in your heart. You knew His word so well; you were able to preach a sermon without any time to prepare. Second, when I was feeling down, Virginia taught me to think of an attribute of God for each letter of the alphabet! Going through this process lifted my spirits.

-Playing video games with Josh when you first met him. This was a blessing to me. I hadn't known anyone who played video games up to this point. In my mind, if Boyd played video games, then it must be okay for my husband to play them. ;)

When you meet Jesus face to face, I have no doubt His words will be, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

Thank you, Boyd. Until we meet again,

Terri