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THRIVE Decatur, Illinois
November 10th - 15th 2008

We had a blast! In spite of a smaller turnout of 32 people, this group packed a real punch! They were determined to practice and learn the 19 skills. This recent THRIVE concludes our fifth, week-long conference for the year. Great momentum was made throughout the week as attendees interacted and built much joy. We received numerous testimonies of God's healing throughout the week. Some reported experiencing Jesus for the first time in their life while others reported significant changes to their marriage and relationship with God. 

Jen and Chris Coursey led Track One while Kitty Wilder led Track Two. Sandy Coursey (Mom) ran the bookstore and led the synchronized dance times for the first time. She is learning the "ins and outs" of the dance time. Our goal is to train others so Jen has back-up dance instructors available for the future. Sandy did a great job as this was quite a stretch for her. The staff works well together as a team and builds a lot of joy being together. THRIVE is a stretch for all but it sure is fun!

We had several highlights from the week, but one was to experience our friend Ethan from Track One playing his violin during some of the synchronized dance times. Then, one evening Ethan and Joel, another friend of ours from Track II, blessed us with a time of worship and singing. Joel played his guitar and sang while Ethan played his violin. That was awesome! The group enjoyed the time and everyone left looking refreshed. This group was full of energy and determination. The staff was deeply encouraged from the response.

We now turn our attention to the two main US conferences next year in Peoria, Illinois. We are excited for the team of speakers lined up for Track IV Applications, on Families from July 23 – July 25, 2009. Immediately following the Applications Conference is the Skill Training THRIVE Conference for July 27 thru August 1, 2009. We have Ed and Maritza Khouri leading Track I, Kitty Wilder at Track II and Dr. Jim Wilder guiding Track III. What a powerful lineup for each of the three skill training tracks.