John Mark “Grilling Machine” Hutcheson cooks up a mean hamburger. And the best wurst ever. Actually, there was quite an amazing array of food provided by the hosts, their neighbors, and ravenously hungry attendees.

But the best part was the company. Our host and hostess, John Mark and Karen, did an amazing job. It just might be their calling in life. (In retrospect, they must have talked to God about the weather, because it was a sunny, breezy 75* outside.) Not only was the setup comfortable and inviting, allowing for all sorts of good, fun conversation, but the swimming pool was calling our name the whole time.

For those who were able to attend, the fellowship was sweet. There truly is nothing like friendships with fellow believers. Nowhere else can we find such encouragement, blessing, and sincere love for one another.