2013 was a VERY full year for the Steele family.  It was marked in the middle with 2 big surgeries and hospitals stays. We are grateful that God brought us through that time with his amazing Grace.  We received a ton of love from our friends and family.

Erica progressed in her midwifery schooling and looks to graduate in 2014!

Kennady continued to defy the odds and turned 12 years old!  Jude turned 9 and Avery turned 7!

In a few days, Erica and I will celebrate 15 years of marriage! Wow! That seems to be a landmark anniversary. We will probably celebrate modestly with a one night stay in San Antonio or something like that.  We are not in the position at this point to take a big trip.  (too much schooling and not enough finances) But, that is quite alright. We have made do for 15 years with a modest style marriage. To God be the glory for that.

Our church has continued to be a thriving place where people are meeting God and growing in relationship with Him (and each other).  It is an honor to serve in San Marcos.  We have incredible people here that cook amazing Mexican food! Tamales and enchiladas.  Homemade salsas and tortillas.  We are blessed with a great university and tons of students. Our river is one of the best/cleanest in the country.  Our church property is home to ministries that meet regularly for people of all ages, gender, socio-economic backgrounds.  It is humbling to realize that God uses us for such a deep and meaningful work.

We are honored to call so many of you friends and look forward to hanging out with you again.  Let’s meet up around a cup of coffee or a plate of warm food.  We want to connect and walk together with you.  If you live out of town, then let’s email, chat, and Facetime soon!

Merry Christmas from The Steeles!