McKinnis Family Alaska

How deep the Father's love for us,

How vast beyond all measure

That He should give His only Son

To make a wretch His treasure

How great the pain of searing loss,

The Father turns His face away

As wounds which mar the chosen One,

Bring many sons to glory

Behold the Man upon a cross,

My sin upon His shoulders

Ashamed I hear my mocking voice,

Call out among the scoffers

It was my sin that held Him there

Until it was accomplished

His dying breath has brought me life

I know that it is finished

I will not boast in anything

No gifts, no power, no wisdom

But I will boast in Jesus Christ

His death and resurrection

Why should I gain from His reward?

I cannot give an answer

But this I know with all my heart

His wounds have paid my ransom

~Words by Stuart Townend~

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Seth, Micah, and Kenton took a "break" from the week's work to climb Pioneer Peak last Saturday. After starting the 15 mile hike at 7:30 am, they summited the 6300+ foot peak with 10 friends and made it down in time for dinner (at McDonalds.) :)

Matthew takes a break from the climb.

Six of the group–including Micah, Sandie, and Luke–tried to reach the North Peak of Pioneer (the actual, but technical, summit) yet had to turn back due to time constraints.

Sandie, with the South Peak as a magnificent backdrop.

After reaching the south summit, some of us headed down to a ridge, where we began our attempt at the north peak.

The rugged north peak in sight.

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On Monday, work resumed at the site... however, we are still waiting for several windows that have been delayed for nearly a week. Because the windows have not arrived on time, we have not been able to finish building the remaining second-story walls.