The Marvin Family: LADS TO LEADERS/ LEADERETTES

In April we traveled to Memphis with members of our church to attend the Lads to Leaders/Leaderettes Convention for the first time. This is a huge convention that takes place in several locations around the country on the same weekend in April every year. Children from 4-18 participate in a variety of events from song leading to public speaking. There are also a number of categories that they work on all year from home that they are rewarded for on this weekend including Good Samaritian, Memorizing Scriptures, Memorizing the Books of the Bible, etc. We are excited about becoming involved in this program at our congregation!!!!! Trey was too young to participate much at the actual convention this year. He was rewarded for what he worked on throughout the year. Anna was able to participate in scripture reading and song leading. She and the other little girls did a great job!!!

Getting ready to lead singing

Posing with Certificates

Award Ceremony

Parade of Participants

Kids being recognized

So proud of her awards

Gigi and Papa came with us to Memphis and Jessica, Brad and Mary Ella were there too!! Mary Ella made a very important announcement while we were there......

Yes, I am going to be an aunt again. Brad and Jessica are expecting another little bundle of joy in November!!! Can't wait to find out what we will be having! The hotel we stayed at was in a great location and we got out and about a bit. One night we ate at a restaurant called the Majestic. It was a beautiful night, so we sat out on the patio. Here are some pics.