27th Biennial NF Conference Review

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:14:56 -0700

Sorry about the lack of update. Unfortunately, there is a lot of construction going around Oral Roberts University and the internet is limited.

We all had an awesome time in Tulsa and are continuing to live in the Spirit!

Here are the daily newsletters with highlights from each day.

Living Daily in the Spirit V6 1 Thursday, June 26, 2008
Living Daily in the Spirit V6 2 Friday, June 27, 2008
Living Daily in the Spirit V6 3 Saturday, June 28, 2008
Living Daily in the Spirit V6 4 Sunday, June 29, 2008

Check out the photos by clicking HERE!
Much thanks Carla Miller for catching all of the awesome moments!

NF Conference is almost here!

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:40:04 -0700

The 27th Biennial A/G National Deaf Fellowship Convention is just one week away!
Many will gather in Tusla, Oklahoma for the themed “In the Spirit” convention.

As we prepare to get ready for the convention I ask that you pray for everyone attending, speaking, and working there. Also pray that all travel arrangements go just as planned. We expect an awesome gathering and for the power of the Holy Spirit to be poured out!

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone there!

For those of you who won’t be able to make it, I will keep you updated.
There will be a day by day blog on all the events happening.
So check back next week for more blog updates.

Much Love & Blessings

Webmaster,
Amanda

Congratulations Cindy & Emory Dively!

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:33:42 -0700

Cindy Dively, Teacher of DHOH at Gideon Pond Elementary, and her husband, Emory, received a "Saint Paul Neighborhood Honor Roll" Certificate of Achievement in appreciation for the outstanding contributions to the quality of life in their St. Paul neighborhood, as recognized by the "Highland District Council." It was awarded at the January 11, 2008 2007 Neighborhood Honor Roll Volunteer Awards Night by St. Paul Mayor, Chris Coleman, as part of the Celebration of the Saint Paul District Councils.

The celebration program reads,
"Pastors Emory and Cindy Dively
To Emory and Cindy Dively, Deafness has never been an obstacle to achievemenet in any of their endeavors. Serving as co-Pastors of the Twin Cities Deaf Assembly of God (formerly the Highland Park Deaf Church) since 1997, the Divelys are both Teachers of the Deaf and they chanmpion the rights of Deaf citizens; working for the provision of interpreters so all may participate in public affairs. Emory himself was a candidate for the Minnesota Legislature in 2006. Together, he and Cindy epitomize victory over life's apparent difficulties."

Deaf Church Has a New Home!

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 16:07:21 -0700

Along with their new home, there is a new name.

Formerly known Tiffany Deaf Church is now Northland Deaf Church(NDC).

Now located at
8641 N. Oak Trafficway
Kansas City, MO 64155

Join them for services!

Sunday
9:45 am - Sunday School
10:30 am - Fellowship Time
11:00 am - Sunday Worship Service
6:00 pm - Evening Class

Wednesday
7:30 - 8:30 pm - Prayer Gathering

For more Info, contact Pastor Chery Besette.
VP 800-793-7098
Email chery7@gmail.com

CONGRATULATIONS NDC!

Babin Recognized for Lifetime Achievement!

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 22:56:46 -0700

External Article:
The Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH)
recently announced that Assemblies of God National Representative
for Deaf Culture Kevin M. Babin was selected to receive the
prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award.

The annual award, to be presented during the Missouri Interpreters
Conference this Saturday, September 29, in Columbia, is to honor
individuals who have "demonstrated outstanding service to deaf and
hard of hearing Missourians over a significant portion of their
lifetime."

Babin, who was asked to present a legal interpreting workshop in
conjunction with the Missouri Supreme Court administration at the
conference, expressed his appreciation, saying, "I feel very honored
to be considered and selected for such a prestigious award."

Through the years, Babin's work with the deaf has been far reaching.
From work done locally through his church in Springfield and his
instruction at local universities to his work accomplished through
his position at the AG national headquarters, his role in state and
national deaf activities, and through the demand for his presence as
a guest or presenter in other parts of the world.

"This award is but a small token of appreciation for your many years
of working for the benefit of Missourians who are deaf and hard of
hearing," stated Roy Miller, executive director of MCDHH, in a
letter to Babin. "...Congratulations to a most deserving award
recipient."

Babin is quick to deflect the praise. "I'm a "turtle on a post [he
didn't get there by himself] . . . . and if it wasn't for Jesus in
my life, I wouldn't be here - I would not even be working with deaf
people."

However, Babin is no stranger to honors. Having been chosen as the
Hearing Evaluator of the Year in 2002 and to chair the Missouri
Commission for the Deaf for four years (1994-98), he also is
frequently chosen to be the interpreter during presidential visits
to the state.

"If I'm given the opportunity, I want to personally thank God right
there [at the conference], to glorify Him, in a way that will
positively impact the hearts and minds of a mostly secular group of
people."

For more information about the MCDHH, see its Web site at
http://www.mcdhh.mo.gov/. To learn more about Babin or AG Deaf
Cultures Ministries, e-mail Kbabin@ag.org.

--Dan Van Veen

From all of us, CONGRATULATIONS KEVIN!