Gardening as Prayer

For me, there is something profound at work in gardening. Perhaps it is because plant life was created by God and when we work with plants we sense a closeness to Him, our wonderful Creator.

I encourage you to try it.


I am Karin Vollbrecht, Team Leader for NEBC's Gardening Team. On this site you will be able to see what our team is doing around the grounds including before and after photos! Additionally, there is a link to see what items are welcome as donations.


Wednesday, March 30, 2011

1st Phase ECM Building - Families come out to Plant!

We had five families volunteer and come out to help plant, mulch, and water the new plants.  What a joy to have the Mom's, Dad's and children working together in the outdoors and serving!  Thank you to Dave who lovingly supports his wife and the Gardening Team and my children, Ava and Dylan, who put in many hours with their Mom at the church.  A BIG thank you to our volunteers who worked so hard:  Dawn Lindley, Avery Lindley, Jack Lindley, Luke Lindley, Leni Pattison, Preston Pattison, Ryder Pattison, Ruby Pattison, Liz Joseph, Hannon Joseph, Parker Joseph, Brady Joseph, Maren Joseph, Melissa Fitzgerald, Brock Fitzgerald, Emmy Fitzgerald, Kyle Anderson, Maggie Anderson, Molly Anderson, and last but certainly not least, Nick Martine.  All holes were dug and plants put in, watered, and topped with mulch! Now we will keep an eye on the beds and plants and the next phase is going to begin.
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  1. LisaMarch 31, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    It looks fabulous! We are bummed that we missed it all by one day. Please catch us on the next order of plants. You are so extraordinary with all that you are doing....thanks!!

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  2. UnknownMarch 31, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    We worked hard and fast and accomplished so much more with the families that came to help last night. It always amazes me how much the children contribute. We all tend to ask ourselves, "Is this all worth it, does anobody notice?" God supplied my answer through Cale Woods "LOOK MOMMY, THEY GREW!" as he pointed at the plants. It was right then I knew "HE" noticed.

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