18 Responses to “June 27th, 2007 Erie, PA to East Aurora, NY”
Chrissy
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Hi Mark,
Another 100 miles down! Thanks to all who rode with you yesterday! They did a great job! I hope the weather will be good for today’s ride. It looks like you had more traffic to contend with yesterday. I pray that God will keep you all safe on your travels.
Giving thanks for each new day. God is so good!
“It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to sing praises to the Most High. It is good to proclaim your unfailing love in the morning, your faithfulness in the evening.”
Psalm 92: 2-3 NLT
I keep enjoying your videos each day. I look forward to seeing what has happened for the day. Keep up the good work!
Keep pedaling for the orphans and widows – your mission is great.
God bless you, Kate, THE crew, your fellow riders and everyone close to you!
Blessings and Hugs,
Chrissy
Laverne
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Dear Mark and gang,
Wow New York already! I am so excited that you are getting so far along on your trip and at the same time a little sad. It will not be the same without being able to see ya’ll everyday to see how you are doing. It helps to know how to pray for the day as if God doesn’t know already. It looks like we might be able to get over to Pinellas Park to see you at Freedom Fest next Tuesday. We’ll be praying for you there too!
We love you,
God Bless You,
Laverne & Frank
Marilyn Sullivan
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Mark and team-
What a beautiful trip it was today! I look forward each morning to seeing how far you’ve gone and God’s kingdom through the eyes of the video man- Eric.
Dayna- I know you were so excited to ride with Mark- I have been following your countdown on the previous blogs.
Wow- 20 Miles- you rock! Thanks so much for raising $510 for orphans and widows that is outstanding! You have a huge heart and I know when you get to heaven you will have people coming up to you and personally thanking you for helping them! To God be the Glory sister!
Thanks to the other cyclists for pushing Mark to ride another amazing 100 miles.
The outpour of love and support for the orphans and widows is truly amazing to me. My prayer is that when Mark finishes that we all continue to support orphans and widows. There are so many of them that need our help!
Mark-I can see the light of God shining through you! Your smiles and humble servant attitude are evident of God’s amazing hands!
Love to Christian, Clay and Eric- continue to keep your positive upbeat attitudes Peace and love to Kate for supporting Mark!!
Love-
Marilyn
bond2663
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
You look great and look to finish strong!
Our hearts back here at Family Christian Stores and the James Fund are so moved by your sacrifice, great heart, continual joy and powerful spirit. I know I speak for the thousands of employees and families at Family Christian Stores and the James Fund – We are honored to be partnered with you.
Peace be the journey!! Finish Strong!
Steve
skins
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Mark- you are a long way from Blythe my man. keep it up, you may want to dial back the PowerBars as you get ready to slide back into civilian life. 100 miles today and 160 the last time out is awesome. When I heard one 160 I nearly pulled a Mark Schultz at freshman basketball pictures. I know Larry Sample remembers. I thought it was interesting also that the day the bus got out of your way you went 160…. Any way I could just see Dan J. giving you a big watch shake when you rode through the Garden of ‘eden’. Gotta go taking the mower down to the C-Mart to spin some pennies.
Skins
Angeltamee
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
What a beautiful day, It looks like you had a great ride!
I am going to miss your blogs every morning.
It is so wonderful to see all the people riding with you and supporting you in so many different ways during this journey!
God is great!!!
You will never know all the good that has come out of this! you are an inspiration to many more people than you think.
Watching today’s video made me cry. I am so glad you are biking for this fund and happy that you have rode safe the whole trip.
The video from today PA to NY was amazing. It showed me the land and roads more then I see them when I travel on them. I couldn’t believe it when I seen you was in Ripley NY on route 5. I travel that alot to go into PA. When I seen the Eden sign, It just hit me that you are really here and near my home.
I can’t wait till Tomorrow night to see you in concert at HWC, In Hamburg NY. I have been praying for you each night and everyday hoping you and your crew are save and make the trip.
Keep Strong Mark. For this is the will of God that you are doing this for. If it wasn’t for you the kids and widows wouldn’t have much. I will Keep praying and watching until you make it all the way.
Your wife and God should be proud of you. You have accomplished so much in the little time you have been on this tour.
With Love and Prayers,
Linda M. Moerchen
HeiderJ
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
I just returned home from a short family trip, and I watched five video clips at once. I can’t believe how far you have made it since we were with you in Champaign, IL! 160 miles IN ONE DAY! Unbelievable! I know that you are on the downswing now, and I have been faithfully praying for you every day and for your safety on the roads! Keep pedaling! God Bless you, Mark!
Heidi Johnson
Brazil, IN
anniehickey
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Hey Mark:
I’ve been trying to find time all week just to catch up with how you are doing. You look great today. You look refreshed and ready to finish strong. God is faithful in answering prayers. You faced your mountains well. I thought of you all last week and the early part of this week as I faced my mountains. You were such an encouragement to me as it seems you have been for the last year or so. God faithfully met me in the trials and we are so thankful just to be able to have minute to catch up with and your work for Him. We really are looking forward to seeing you in concert here in Florida. In the meantime, you look great. We’ll keep praying and you keep pedaling.
Love,
Annie, Cassidy and Justin Elijah!
INMomOf7
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Mark and Crew,
I have thoroughly enjoyed watching you ride across America. My morning just does not seem complete unless I get updated on your progress. I am sure going to miss the updates when the ride has been completed.
I was very inspired by Dayna. It took great courage to push that hard and reach such a milestone. Way to go Dayna!!!!
May you have a safe journey as you finish this inspiring mission.
God Bless,
Jill
daynaf6
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Hey Mark,
I am glad to see that you got so far after I left. Thank you so much for the amazing experience. I finally got my knees and hand cleaned and there was plenty of stones in there, and we even found some glass. You are such an amazing guy. I was very excited to meet everyone. I had a lot of fun talking to you as we rode and thank you so much for sticking with me. Even when I got tired, you got me through and supported me. This was a dream come true for me and I hope I get to see you again sometime very soon. Thanks again!!!
Dayna Floyd
(your riding buddy)
P.S. To all of the other guys who rode, I was very glad to meet you. Thank you for all of your support.
MJ Holdsworth
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Mark, blessings to you, Christian, Eric and Clay. Thank you again for what you are doing for the Fatherless. It takes my breath away!
We look forward to seeing you all in Maine. We’re VERY excited!
mj
sweettlc
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
Heya Guys! I can not believe you are so far. Looking towards the end of the tour soon, what are we going to watch every day to keep us going? Going to do daily videos from home? Today’s calendar quote is just for the individual who gives you the wrong directions, “God doesn’t make mistakes, even if the plan is not clear to humans or angels. He knows what He’s doing: He’s been doing this for years!” And the other quote for today, “May I be thankful today, not only for the blessings in my own life, but for the joy of seeing Your goodness at work in the lives of others.” How perfect. I look forward towards tomorrows installment. Blessings are with you.
Sweettlc
checkinindaily
wrote a comment on June 28, 2007
I will be so sad when I don’t have these videos to watch each morning! I am what some people would call addicted! My computer ran slow this morning and I just watched bits and pieces between loads of laundry until the whole thing loaded and then I was able to watch it all at once. The whole process took about 45 mins, but I was determined to watch it!
Mark, the love of Christ was shining so brightly through you today. It is so evident that you love the Lord with all your heart and you will do nothing short of what you were placed here to do. You are a great example to us all. Enjoy these last couple of weeks on the road.
Thanks to everyone who is making it possible for us to follow this amazing trip.
Like everyone else, I think I will go through some sort of withdrawal when you have completed your journey. At any rate (no pun intended), we have all enjoyed getting to come along and be your cheerleaders and prayer warriors. It has been such a blessing to see the power of God’s grace worked among us and how we can help spread His blessings to those who need it most. I’m praying that you finish strong and that God’s abundant joy be filling the account of the James Fund.
childofmine97
wrote a comment on June 29, 2007
Mark and Crew,
I echo everyone elses sentiments. It will not be the same without these daily updates. I like the idea of home video updates! Great idea!! All kidding aside, it has been such a blessing to pray for all of you during this journey. The lives that have been and will be touched is incredible. And it has been wonderful to see God shining thru you. During your tough days and days like today that we are shown that God is Good all the time.
I pray that you finish strong for the widows and oprhans…they are being blessed beyond belief! Love to all…Jen
David Wade
wrote a comment on June 29, 2007
Enjoyed your update today, and Marc Cohn too! My wife loves his music – says it’s great to drive long distance to – maybe to bike long distance to as well!
God bless you and keep you safe as you continue to head east and wrap up the ride. God is good ALL THE TIME!
David Wade
Arcadia, Indiana
CrazyCanadianCloud
wrote a comment on July 2, 2007
Hey Mark and team! Congratulations on another 100 miles! Way to go! And much thanks to those who rode with you and to God for keeping you safe and in good spirits, even though you’ve been through some tough times (understatement, I know).
My parents want you to know they are continuing to keep you in their prayers, even though they have no access to the internet to tell you themselves. If you’re ever through Canada (between Winnipeg,MB and Vancouver, BC, you might meet up on the road, as they are truck driving)…Anyways, we hope and pray the rest of your journey goes awesome!
Love you all! ((((hugs))))
Helen
(59)
18 Responses to “June 27th, 2007 Erie, PA to East Aurora, NY”
Hi Mark,
Another 100 miles down! Thanks to all who rode with you yesterday! They did a great job! I hope the weather will be good for today’s ride. It looks like you had more traffic to contend with yesterday. I pray that God will keep you all safe on your travels.
Giving thanks for each new day. God is so good!
“It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to sing praises to the Most High. It is good to proclaim your unfailing love in the morning, your faithfulness in the evening.”
Psalm 92: 2-3 NLT
I keep enjoying your videos each day. I look forward to seeing what has happened for the day. Keep up the good work!
Keep pedaling for the orphans and widows – your mission is great.
God bless you, Kate, THE crew, your fellow riders and everyone close to you!
Blessings and Hugs,
Chrissy
Dear Mark and gang,
Wow New York already! I am so excited that you are getting so far along on your trip and at the same time a little sad. It will not be the same without being able to see ya’ll everyday to see how you are doing. It helps to know how to pray for the day as if God doesn’t know already. It looks like we might be able to get over to Pinellas Park to see you at Freedom Fest next Tuesday. We’ll be praying for you there too!
We love you,
God Bless You,
Laverne & Frank
Mark and team-
What a beautiful trip it was today! I look forward each morning to seeing how far you’ve gone and God’s kingdom through the eyes of the video man- Eric.
Dayna- I know you were so excited to ride with Mark- I have been following your countdown on the previous blogs.
Wow- 20 Miles- you rock! Thanks so much for raising $510 for orphans and widows that is outstanding! You have a huge heart and I know when you get to heaven you will have people coming up to you and personally thanking you for helping them! To God be the Glory sister!
Thanks to the other cyclists for pushing Mark to ride another amazing 100 miles.
The outpour of love and support for the orphans and widows is truly amazing to me. My prayer is that when Mark finishes that we all continue to support orphans and widows. There are so many of them that need our help!
Mark-I can see the light of God shining through you! Your smiles and humble servant attitude are evident of God’s amazing hands!
Love to Christian, Clay and Eric- continue to keep your positive upbeat attitudes
Peace and love to Kate for supporting Mark!!
Love-
Marilyn
You look great and look to finish strong!
Our hearts back here at Family Christian Stores and the James Fund are so moved by your sacrifice, great heart, continual joy and powerful spirit. I know I speak for the thousands of employees and families at Family Christian Stores and the James Fund – We are honored to be partnered with you.
Peace be the journey!! Finish Strong!
Steve
Mark- you are a long way from Blythe my man. keep it up, you may want to dial back the PowerBars as you get ready to slide back into civilian life. 100 miles today and 160 the last time out is awesome. When I heard one 160 I nearly pulled a Mark Schultz at freshman basketball pictures. I know Larry Sample remembers. I thought it was interesting also that the day the bus got out of your way you went 160…. Any way I could just see Dan J. giving you a big watch shake when you rode through the Garden of ‘eden’. Gotta go taking the mower down to the C-Mart to spin some pennies.
Skins
What a beautiful day, It looks like you had a great ride!
I am going to miss your blogs every morning.
It is so wonderful to see all the people riding with you and supporting you in so many different ways during this journey!
God is great!!!
You will never know all the good that has come out of this! you are an inspiration to many more people than you think.
With much love to you all,
Tamee Shea
Mark,
Watching today’s video made me cry. I am so glad you are biking for this fund and happy that you have rode safe the whole trip.
The video from today PA to NY was amazing. It showed me the land and roads more then I see them when I travel on them. I couldn’t believe it when I seen you was in Ripley NY on route 5. I travel that alot to go into PA. When I seen the Eden sign, It just hit me that you are really here and near my home.
I can’t wait till Tomorrow night to see you in concert at HWC, In Hamburg NY. I have been praying for you each night and everyday hoping you and your crew are save and make the trip.
Keep Strong Mark. For this is the will of God that you are doing this for. If it wasn’t for you the kids and widows wouldn’t have much. I will Keep praying and watching until you make it all the way.
Your wife and God should be proud of you. You have accomplished so much in the little time you have been on this tour.
With Love and Prayers,
Linda M. Moerchen
I just returned home from a short family trip, and I watched five video clips at once. I can’t believe how far you have made it since we were with you in Champaign, IL! 160 miles IN ONE DAY! Unbelievable! I know that you are on the downswing now, and I have been faithfully praying for you every day and for your safety on the roads! Keep pedaling! God Bless you, Mark!
Heidi Johnson
Brazil, IN
Hey Mark:
I’ve been trying to find time all week just to catch up with how you are doing. You look great today. You look refreshed and ready to finish strong. God is faithful in answering prayers. You faced your mountains well. I thought of you all last week and the early part of this week as I faced my mountains. You were such an encouragement to me as it seems you have been for the last year or so. God faithfully met me in the trials and we are so thankful just to be able to have minute to catch up with and your work for Him. We really are looking forward to seeing you in concert here in Florida. In the meantime, you look great. We’ll keep praying and you keep pedaling.
Love,
Annie, Cassidy and Justin Elijah!
Mark and Crew,
I have thoroughly enjoyed watching you ride across America. My morning just does not seem complete unless I get updated on your progress. I am sure going to miss the updates when the ride has been completed.
I was very inspired by Dayna. It took great courage to push that hard and reach such a milestone. Way to go Dayna!!!!
May you have a safe journey as you finish this inspiring mission.
God Bless,
Jill
Hey Mark,
I am glad to see that you got so far after I left. Thank you so much for the amazing experience. I finally got my knees and hand cleaned and there was plenty of stones in there, and we even found some glass. You are such an amazing guy. I was very excited to meet everyone. I had a lot of fun talking to you as we rode and thank you so much for sticking with me. Even when I got tired, you got me through and supported me. This was a dream come true for me and I hope I get to see you again sometime very soon. Thanks again!!!
Dayna Floyd
(your riding buddy)
P.S. To all of the other guys who rode, I was very glad to meet you. Thank you for all of your support.
Mark, blessings to you, Christian, Eric and Clay. Thank you again for what you are doing for the Fatherless. It takes my breath away!
We look forward to seeing you all in Maine. We’re VERY excited!
mj
Heya Guys! I can not believe you are so far. Looking towards the end of the tour soon, what are we going to watch every day to keep us going? Going to do daily videos from home?
Today’s calendar quote is just for the individual who gives you the wrong directions, “God doesn’t make mistakes, even if the plan is not clear to humans or angels. He knows what He’s doing: He’s been doing this for years!” And the other quote for today, “May I be thankful today, not only for the blessings in my own life, but for the joy of seeing Your goodness at work in the lives of others.” How perfect. I look forward towards tomorrows installment. Blessings are with you.
Sweettlc
I will be so sad when I don’t have these videos to watch each morning! I am what some people would call addicted! My computer ran slow this morning and I just watched bits and pieces between loads of laundry until the whole thing loaded and then I was able to watch it all at once. The whole process took about 45 mins, but I was determined to watch it!
Mark, the love of Christ was shining so brightly through you today. It is so evident that you love the Lord with all your heart and you will do nothing short of what you were placed here to do. You are a great example to us all. Enjoy these last couple of weeks on the road.
Thanks to everyone who is making it possible for us to follow this amazing trip.
Like everyone else, I think I will go through some sort of withdrawal when you have completed your journey. At any rate (no pun intended), we have all enjoyed getting to come along and be your cheerleaders and prayer warriors. It has been such a blessing to see the power of God’s grace worked among us and how we can help spread His blessings to those who need it most. I’m praying that you finish strong and that God’s abundant joy be filling the account of the James Fund.
Mark and Crew,
I echo everyone elses sentiments. It will not be the same without these daily updates. I like the idea of home video updates! Great idea!! All kidding aside, it has been such a blessing to pray for all of you during this journey. The lives that have been and will be touched is incredible. And it has been wonderful to see God shining thru you. During your tough days and days like today that we are shown that God is Good all the time.
I pray that you finish strong for the widows and oprhans…they are being blessed beyond belief! Love to all…Jen
Enjoyed your update today, and Marc Cohn too! My wife loves his music – says it’s great to drive long distance to – maybe to bike long distance to as well!
God bless you and keep you safe as you continue to head east and wrap up the ride. God is good ALL THE TIME!
David Wade
Arcadia, Indiana
Hey Mark and team! Congratulations on another 100 miles! Way to go! And much thanks to those who rode with you and to God for keeping you safe and in good spirits, even though you’ve been through some tough times (understatement, I know).
My parents want you to know they are continuing to keep you in their prayers, even though they have no access to the internet to tell you themselves. If you’re ever through Canada (between Winnipeg,MB and Vancouver, BC, you might meet up on the road, as they are truck driving)…Anyways, we hope and pray the rest of your journey goes awesome!
Love you all! ((((hugs))))
Helen
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