Celebrate a Blue Christmas - Published by Faith Today!

 

Do you "Celebrate a Blue Christmas"?

I'm thrilled to have my new article published by Faith Today!

You can read my article HERE.

Please feel free to share with your friends and church.

The Word Awards - WINNER!

 I'm thrilled and honoured to announce 

"I won a Word Award!!"

Given by The Word Guild, these awards honour "the Best of Canadian Christian Writing."

Earlier this summer, I received THREE nominations!

All three were for previously published pieces:

Devotional/Inspirational

“Trust This Good News!” - Warner Press, Inc.

Personal Experience - General Market

“The Last Noel” - Chicken Soup for the Soul

“Touch the Horizon” - Chicken Soup for the Soul

This week, we learned that "Touch the Horizon" 

won in its category!

Writing and publishing has been an unexpected chapter in my life (no pun intended!)

This award is such a piece of encouragement in a challenging year. 

Congratulations to all the nominees and winners, 

and thank you to The Word Guild for supporting Canadian Christian writers!

You can find the full list of winners HERE.

Family Break!

After everything that's happened over the last few months, we've decided to take some family time!

We'll be offline for the next two weeks.

We'll be back in time for our next worship service on August 17.

Happy August, everyone!

MINISTRY UPDATE

Wednesday's Great Canadian Sing-along was tremendous!

And we're so glad it was, because it's going to need to sustain us for a while...

We won't offer another event for the next TWO MONTHS.

Never in our careers, not even in the pandemic, have we taken such a break, 

but right now, we really need to focus on Gerald's health.

His gallbladder surgery is scheduled for Friday, May 30.

As we've mentioned, there are a few additional health issues, so this month we'll be focusing on surgery prep and making sure Gerald is in the best position possible for surgery.

Our prayers are for a swift recovery, so we'll be ready for our week at 

Elim Lodge, June 29-July 5.

WHAT DOES OUR MINISTRY LOOK LIKE RIGHT NOW?

- As Gerald's health allows, we're both taking time this month to write and create in gentle ways.

- Allison is available for online Voice lessons, as well as coaching sessions in Music Business (emerging and seasoned artists) and Goal Setting (musicians, writers & everyone!)

- Looking ahead to summer, we're booking Southern Ontario concerts and worship services for July and August. Please CONTACT us for more info!

ARE WE STILL INTERESTED IN A CHURCH POSITION?

- YES! But, our focus is on healing right now. 

We're trusting God will open that door when we're ready to accept it.

HOW CAN PEOPLE HELP?

- Please keep us, our family, and our medical team in prayer!

- If you wish to support our ministry by purchasing a CD or flash drive, or giving a donation, 

you can visit www.InfinitelyMore.ca/store

We're so grateful for all your love and support during this very trying season! 

Please know how much we appreciate and value each of you <3

Blessings,

Allison + Gerald

Infinitely More - Ephesians 3:20

Ministry Update with some GOOD NEWS!

It’s been 5 weeks since we rushed to the emergency room 

and Gerald was diagnosed with gallstones. 

It’s been a tremendously difficult month. We’re grateful for everyone who has shared their personal story with us. We’ve learned that gallstones are fairly common, immensely painful, and every person has their own unique journey. We’ve figured out the special dietary requirements (no fat, no spice, no caffeine), and Gerald has reached a much more stable place.

And that leads to the good news:

We have a Surgery Date!!!

We met with the surgeon last Monday.

Gerald will have his gallbladder surgery on Friday, May 30.

Here’s the plan:

Over the next two months, we’ll need to strictly stick to the diet to keep any gallbladder attacks at bay.

Gerald has a few other, unrelated conditions, so we’ll need a few extra appointments and communications just to make sure he’s in the best possible position for surgery.

Two weeks before surgery, he’ll be put on a high-protein, shake-based diet. We’re calling this his Supermodel Diet!

Finally, he’ll meet with the pre-surgical team at the hospital to make sure he’s cleared for surgery.

We have a great team of doctors, who have all been very knowledgeable and compassionate. 

And honestly, it just feels so good to have a plan in place!

So, where does that leave Infinitely More for now?

We have two events on the calendar here in St. Catharines - the annual Downtown Good Friday Walk and the Great Canadian Sing-along. Details at www.InfinitelyMore.ca/Calendar

We’re excited for both, but we don’t plan on doing any other events before the surgery. 

We’re currently booking concerts and worship services for July and August, and our hope is that we can have a fun and busy summer of singing!

We're also able to do a limited amount of online teaching in this season.

If you're interested in Voice or Songwriting lessons, please contact us via FACEBOOK or www.InfinitelyMore.ca/Contact

Allison is also offering coaching sessions on Goal Setting (for everyone!) and Touring, Concert Booking, and Music Business (for artists).

In the meantime, our main goal is to keep healthy, take care of one another,

stay close to God, and rest often as we lead up to the surgery date.

Thank you for your ongoing prayers, love, and support!

We are so grateful for each of you!

Blessings,

Allison + Gerald

To purchase or download music,

or to make a gift of ministry support,

please visit www.InfinitelyMore.ca/Store

Thank you!