Happy
Thanksgiving From The Deffenbacher Family!
The past year has brought many exciting changes to our family. Because we have recently moved to our new home in Clovis while simultaneously experiencing a massive data-transfer fail (ie, lost most of our contact list) this is our 'early' Holiday greeting/update/card. We have much to be thankful for.
Blake (12, 7th grade) surprised us all by playing on the Junior
High football team and quickly became the starting ‘snapper’. In addition to
riding his Yamaha dirt bike ‘too fast’ for his parents liking, Blake enjoys
spending quality time with his Grandparents, Uncles, Cousins and Student
Ministries friends.
Paige (9, 3rd grade) loves to sing on the worship team, take dance
and piano lessons, play soccer and spend time with people. This summer Paige
made the decision to be baptized in the Pacific Ocean… which was a highlight
for Brent who had the privilege of participating.
Amy transitioned from the classroom into administration this
school year by becoming the Dean of Students (aka: Principal) for Fresno
Christian Schools. On a regular basis Amy interacts with students, parents,
teachers and the public to create an environment where students grow
academically, socially, and spiritually. A ‘perk’ of her job is that Blake and
Paige go to school with her every day and she can be present and formative in their
education.
Brent continues to enjoy his Adjunct Professor role in the
Business School of Fresno Pacific University. In September of this year he
accepted the call to become the Family Life Pastor for the Peoples Church in
Fresno. In addition to overseeing ministries from birth-young adults, Brent
leads teams, equips leaders and teaches on a regular basis. A ‘perk’ of his job
is that Peoples Church and Fresno Christian share a campus, which means he gets
to see Amy and the kids on a daily basis.
Its been said, “One true constant in life is change.” As a family
we’ve experienced our fair share of change over the past 18 years, but our
friends family and faith have stayed true. Heading into this holiday season our
prayer for your family is that wherever this update may find you, you would
know that there are four people who love you and wish you a Happy Thanksgiving,
Merry Christmas and Blessed New Year.
Grace & Peace,
Brent, Amy, Blake & Paige Deffenbacher
