this page is to introduce yourself and share your
family and/or hobbies and interests.  All photos and bios are subject to editing.

Harold & Shep
are the co-founders of "Shepherd of Hope Christian Chat & Chronic Illness Support" Ministry.  Married 10 years with 7 children between us, 6 daughters and 1 son.  Thirteen grandchildren so far and two buns in the ovens!  Shep is the family computer geek and currently designs websites and newsletters for four non-profit organizations as a volunteer. The 'goal' is to get a few 'paying jobs' so that I can help pay for some of the food our 'furry child, Butch' eats!  He's elsewhere on this page!  Harold was a pastor in the Free Methodist Church for 18 years, and currently works building solid-surface counter tops, commercial desks, ticket counters, etc.  He is also doing our Wednesday night Bible Study on Wednesday nights, 7:30-8:30 pm EST.  We live  in Northern Michigan, but hope to move to a warmer climate if the Lord opens the door for that in the future.

Butch
I know you are wondering how I got on here.... after all, I am a dog... but I am not just any dog, I know the co-founders, so they let me slide this photo in here.... besides, I am the one who keeps my mom company while she talks on the computer all day!  Not that I am complaining - she tells me every time one of you thinks I am cute!  So, keep the compliments coming...
I was born in January 2005 and I had a LOT of siblings -- I think there were 14 of us all together! I also have chronic illness - am allergic to lots of stuff - especially my mom's house. I love the water, I am trying to become a famous dock jumping dog, and I love going for walks with my dad.  I wish I had some children to play with, so I get very happy when my 'human' sisters come to visit me at mom's house.

cakrejci
My name is Carol Krejci, mother of three terrific sons and a precious daughter, 14 grandkids and 1 1/2  great-grandkids.  I'm a retired RN, but am jumping back into nursing in order to support myself when I return to San Diego, Ca. later this year.  I am planning to move there in August in order to finish writing a book titled The Bracelet with my friend Julie, and also to work on two other books.. Expect the Harvest and another tentatively titled "Israel From a Different Point of View...Analogies with Applications."   I love to read, sing, scrapbook, decorate cakes and eat chocolate. In addition, I have recently become addicted to Shepherd of Hope Ministries.  My goal in these latter days is to honor the Lord by my life and in my writing in gratitude for all He has done for me.

Beth & Bob Cottrill
live in rural Saskatchewan, Canada. We spent many years in pastoral ministry here and in Ontario, and Bob also taught in a Bible college. We have one son, who, along with his wife and two young kids live in Mexico, preparing for a church planting ministry there. I'm involved in music and enjoy encouraging women. I also love making cards and scrap booking. I'm excited about a new ministry of writing devotionals for Rest Ministries and have been blessed in Shep's chat room many times. I'm also very fond of animals and miss having a dog in our home.

Alice & Dan
live in Dayton, OH.  We have 6 children between us, 14 grandchildren, and 1 great-granddaughter.  Alice facilitates a Hope Keepers group, and Dan is her co-facilitator.  Alice is blessed to be able to be a wife and homemaker and enjoys reading Christian fiction as well as using chat from time to time to talk with others on-line.  Dan is an engineer, and Vice President of Dayton Gear Company.  Our greatest joy has been serving the Lord together for the past 18 years.

Angelfire
My name is Sherri. I am 45 years old and happily married living in California. I have four children and 3 grandchildren. I love gardening. It's where I have learned much about quiet time with the Lord and how great and a wonderful Creator He is. I also like sewing, making quilts, cake decoration, flower arranging, and riding horses. I've learned to trust in God and accepted Jesus in 1978. My heart sings daily for the many, many blessing's He has bestowed on me and for always being my shelter thru the storms. What better life could anyone have then with the knowledge and relationship with Jesus? I see beauty in everyone and everything He created.

djbuggie
We live in the country in Texas and have 3 grown sons and 1 grandson.  I have 2 Chihuahuas that keep me company as my honey works long hours. I collect beanie babies, I have over 1000 and counting.... and ladybugs!  One of my favorite scriptures is Isaiah 63:9.... in ALL their afflictions He was afflicted.. He feels our pain!  and took it to the cross with Him. 
Live each day with eternity in view!

bluefinch
Cindy & Steve live in Ohio. He works at a local factory as a welder and also works part time driving for a local trucking business. I was an IT specialist for a local company. We have 4 grown daughters, two married and two single. They all live in Ohio also. A few months ago, we became 1st time grandparents! Our granddaughter is of course the most adorable baby we know! She is such a blessing to us. Recently, we found out that we have another grandchild on the way, due this fall! We are very excited! We have found that being grandparents is so much fun! I like to read, love gardening and am in the process of making another baby blanket!

I’ve taken many breaks from seminary.  One of them was to get married and to live in the Middle East with my husband.  I spent about a year of my life in Dubai , United Arab Emirates just after I was married in 2005.  Now my husband and I are back in Illinois.  August 1st I start a full time position as the intern pastor.  My hobbies include theology, reading, and the Audi car club. 

Kitukia
My name is Kelly a.k.a. Kitukia. I am 20 years old. I live in Florida. I am a huge animal lover and own a cockatiel named Peek-a-boo (and he literally says "peek-a-boo"), a baby ball python named Stripe, and a baby gerbil named Bandit. I also love to do martial arts, teach, draw, write and play the piano.

Pamela
My name is Pamela.  I am 51 years old and I live in Erie, PA.  I am married to Dave, and have two children ages 20 and 22.  I work as a Registrar at a Technical High School.  I have played the piano since I was 5 years old and have also taught piano.  I play piano for my church as well as teach an adult Sunday school class and teach many bible studies.  I have completed my classes to be a lay minister in the Methodist Church and have had the opportunity to preach 5 times.  As well as playing the piano I have a few hobbies.  I’ve done cake decorating, scrap-booking, making jewelry and I’m really trying hard to get into gardening.  My favorite scripture is Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord.  They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Quiteme53
My name is Richard. I live in Australia  and I am 55.  I have a 
wonderful Christian wife and we have been married 29 years and  have 3 absolutely wonderful children who are now 18, 15, 13. and we are so proud of them all
I love the Lord  and just love working in his fields as he asks me to do. I loved working as a carpenter & jointer in the past and now helping and serving the community with an emergency 
service organization that helps with storm damage.  I so love working for God in his fields. I love belonging to the local Baptist church.  I am learning to sew and I like reading and  listening to music - ohhhh. I love my music. Thanks Shepherd of Hope - I so love and truly appreciate the wonderful 
website and thank Shep for having it for us all.
 

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