Amazingly, we are now only two weeks from Christmas. This time of the year makes me so thankful forthe blessings we experience every day. This year will be particularly special as we have recently returned from a short-term missions trip to Joplin, MO and have seen firsthand the tragic loss that city has withstood this year.

From a business perspective, it is important to ensure that we utilize our resources carefully and maximize all the benefits of our investments in capital assets. From a human standpoint, we must remember that there are greater concerns than a building or a vehicle. I hope and pray that all of us will take time this holiday season to remember to love the people around us with a reflection of the love of Christ, the true reason for the season.