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Christmas Greetings from Pennsylvania:
As this year comes to a close, there is much for which we are thankful. God has continued to bless our family and has given us the joy and privilege of serving Him.

2008 has been another, very eventful year for us. First, we have had a great run of book reviews this year and I want to say “Thank you!” to each of our reviewers and to all of you who have read these reviews and have commented on their usefulness. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with this aspect of the ministry here at SI, especially all of the behind the scenes conversations with publishers, reviewers and readers.

The Lord continues to bless our family and helps us throughout our daily lives and activities. This year was one of some travel and excitement also. Our “big” trip was a vacation out east to see sights and attend a big family reunion on Toni’s side. Her parents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this year. All the sisters and grandchildren (and 2 greats!) were able to attend. What a blessing! There were 52 in all. We all landed at Toni’s sister’s home in PA. She has a beautiful place and was gracious enough to put up with all of us.

Every year brings its life lessons. I think 2008 taught the Raber Family that …