Chaney Bunch: Peacemaker's Seminar

October 22, 2009

Peacemaker's Seminar

The Last Weekend in September, Chris and Teresa accompanied Jeff and Karla Flora to Dallas, Texas to attend a seminar to learn the Biblical principles concerning conflict resolution. It was an excellent time of learning and encouragement in the Word of God.

Our hotel provided breakfast every morning which was an

excellent time to discuss what we had learned the day before.

We met at the DFW Airport Hyatt Regency Hotel.

I assure you, these are the most avid and attentive participants in the entire conference!

There were approximately 500 attendees.

Director and author Ken Sande spoke to us concerning the need to make the Gospel the center of our lives. It contains the example of Christ in our relationships with others...we forgive as Christ forgave us. We may suffer wrong, as Christ suffered wrong. As we recognize our own sinful condition before a holy God, and seeing how much he still loves us, so should we have that unconditional and compassionate love for others.

We were in awe of many of the speakers, and the clear message of the Gospel

of Jesus Christ that was presented in the workshops on:

bitterness
discouragement
contentment
hope
idols of the heart
worry and fear
forgiveness

and the list goes on.

This is Mr. Robert Jones...(not THE Bob Jones).
His message on bitterness was probably the most profound and Biblical I've ever heard on that subject.

We met many new friends who encouraged us in the Lord.

This is Brian, a pastor from Idaho.

This is Dan, a pastor here in Wichita!

This sweet lady is Mrs. Rogg. Her husband is a retired judge in the juvenile courts here in Wichita. He retired a few years ago, because God laid on his heart a desire to actually do something about conflict, instead of just passing judgment and going on. He is now a Christian Conciliator in the Kansas City area. What a worthy pursuit!

It was sure nice to get back home, where there is a little bit of sanity concering the highway infrastructure, as well as our loving children whom we missed very much!

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Dan, Rebecca, Esther, Ruth and James Busenitz

Dan farms and raises cattle on the farm they purchased this year, and he and Rebecca are actively involved in music ministry in their church. Dan plays the banjo and bass, and enjoys hunting, softball, singing, and conducting orchestras and choirs. Rebecca composes Christian music, and teaches lessons in volin, viola and piano. She enjoys cooking, sewing and caring for the home and family. She and Dan also have recently started a home-based business with the "Herbalife" company. Esther's job is to expand her vocabulary and take care of little Ruthy and James; little Ruthy's job is to be cute, and excited about everything that she sees, both of which she has mastered! James is the spitting image of his father, and is as sweet as he can be.

Dave, Rachel, Ethan, and Jonathan Busenitz

Dave farms and raises cattle with his father, as well as farming, and is a skilled woodworker and guitarist. Rachel, in addition to caring for the home and children, enjoys crochet, quilting, scrapbooking and music. Little Ethan stays busy keeping them both hopping. Little Jonathan Seth is growing, and has a contagious smile and such a sweet disposition. Rachel miscarried a baby last fall, who they named Jamie. However, the Lord has seen fit to bless them once more, with a little girl due on December 3rd, her grandmother's birthday.

Daniel Chaney and Amanda Gerlach

Daniel, after meeting with Amanda's father for 2 months, was finally granted permission to begin courtship with the girl of his dreams on July 1, 2009. Daniel is a Senior at Wichita State University majoring in Accounting and finance, with a minor in economics. Daniel enjoys courting Amanda...but much to his dismay, there are other things that he must do. Therefore, he also works with Samuel on their lawn business. Daniel was offered and accepted a position that will start in January with Kennedy and Coe Accounting Firm. He plays the cello, banjo, classical guitar and sings, and is trying his hand at choral conducting, like his grandfather. Amanda is an angel, and if you doubt me, you should hear her play the harp! She enjoys scrapbooking, cooking for Daniel, and courtship night. She is very creative and has a real flair for the artistic. Daniel and Amanda are now engaged, and planning an August 6th wedding.

Hannah Chaney

Hannah is a senior in high school this year. She enjoys playing the violin and fiddle, piano, and mandolin. She teaches 3 violin and piano lessons each week. She is also in the first violin section of the Youth Symphony this year. She enjoys her time at home playing with and training her and Samuel's dogs. She also recently obtained 2 horses, which she trains and rides often. She began working at a local stables this summer, helping to teach young riders, choring, and training the lesson horses. Her other interests include sports, photography, outdoor activities, teasing her siblings, and family/friend get-togethers.

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October 22, 2009

Peacemaker's Seminar

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