Our 2010 Christmas Letter

“And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
Phil. 4:19
Dear family & friends, Christmastime, 2010
We have much to be thankful. God has taken care of our family and the needs of our business throughout this year; each of our family members and friends are being loved by God in the best way possible.
In May, we were happy to announce that Malcham had graduated from his home schooling. We had a well-attended reception for him at our home in July, where he was able to grill hamburgers and hot dogs on his new grill. Malcham continues to work for our business as well as attend Otero Junior College. He enjoys playing guitar, listening to his music, playing video games, hanging out with his friends, and driving his green 2001 Mustang convertible car. This past summer he was able to be a camper one week as well as game leader for three weeks, helping his brother at Camp Salvation. He also went on a backpack camping experience, after the regular camps. Just recently, he was able to get his braces removed, but now has to deal with retainers, which were glued into his mouth.
Mary flew out to Alabama in May, while her boys were with their dad, so she could visit with her sister, Anna. She was also able to help as a cook at Camp Salvation this year for two weeks. Austin attended as camper one week at the same camp. She continues taking care of our household, helping/teaching in children’s church and Directing Cubbies in our Awana program at church. Zephaniah (soon to be 14) is now in 8th grade at Swink School; Austin (10 years old) is in 3rd grade, and Ethan (8 years old) attends 2nd grade. They all enjoy playing video games, and watching movies, as well as just being “boys” as they play. We’re happy that Zeph has taken over the lawn-mowing at our place. Zeph and Ethan both had braces put on their teeth.
Michael and Jenny have remodeled the kitchen of their house and are looking forward to living in a house that is “finished.” Michael continues to work in construction, having put many of his skills to use as he has done much of the work on their own home. Jenny is doing well with her Pampered Chef business. They both are involved with their church as he is in charge of the junior high kids. Aaron (4 years old) and Evan (2 years old) continue to learn and grow. They have been blessed in so many ways this past year. You can follow some details of their life on their blog: http://mjmuth.blogspot.com.
Sarah and Tim Valiante have moved to 254 Utt Road, Orangeville, PA 17859, where Tim has taken on the role of Pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Millville, Pennsylvania. Micah Joel (who will be four on February 15th ) and Kiersten (2 ½ years old) are still learning and growing like crazy! We all look forward to the arrival of their third child (a daughter) in March. You can log onto their church’s web page to read more about their activities at http://www.ebcmillville.com.
Tim and Joy are still serving the Lord as youth pastor and Awana Commander of our church and working for his dad, here at Muth Welding Service. He directed Camp Salvation for four weeks this summer. He has been close to the young Christians of the community as they planned a “Field of Faith” this fall, and now he is in the process of planning an overnighter for the area youth to be on New Year’s Eve. Joy home schools Mark (9 years old) in his fourth grade studies and Stephanie (7 years old) in second grade. Mark is still very confident and outgoing, while Stephanie enjoys being a little princess who likes to draw.
Anna and Tom Parker have moved to 12563 Stone Tower Loop, Fort Myers, FL 33913, where he is Youth Pastor at Riverside Church. Anna still teaches piano lessons, but happily doesn’t have very many students, yet. Christian (13 years old) and Karissa (9 years old) both attend a charter school. Christian has been able to take tae kwon do lessons. Bryce aka Big Boy (3 years old) gets to stay at home with mom! They are enjoying the warm sunny weather in Florida. We look forward to their visit for Christmas this year!
At the beginning of this year we (Richard and Esther) were able to purchase a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country van. We sold to Tom and Anna our 2003 van, which Malcham and Esther drove out to Alabama for them. After visiting a few days, we flew back to Colorado with Mary. It was quite a trip! Malcham is a very good driver. Most days you will find Richard working at selling / buying equipment or keeping our employees busy at Muth Welding Service. Esther keeps an eye on the books of the business, which our secretary, Denise Hosea, does a good job of keeping. We both are involved with church. Richard is deacon and Awana leader; Esther teaches Sunday School, leads in Awana Clubs, is treasurer, and plays the organ and/or piano. We are very thankful for the blessings which God has brought into our lives. We hope and pray that each of you will have a relationship with our Savior, Jesus Christ, for it is in Him that we have the hope of eternal life.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Richard, Esther, and Malcham Muth; and Mary, Zeph, Austin, and Ethan Pope