Author Archives: Jeff Block

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About Jeff Block

Lover and follower of Jesus, the long awaited King. Husband and father. Pastor, writer, and engineer. Learning how to be Found in Jesus, and helping others to do the same.

Philippine Travel Log: John’s First Plane Ride

Posted on October 5, 2008 by Jeff Block

After church on Sunday in Dingras, we dropped the bulk of our full van off at Shekinah Home, and headed for the airport.  Our flight was at 7:35PM, and we left Shekinah for the hour-long trip at about 5PM.  We … Continue reading →

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Philippine Travel Log: Our Last Day at Shekinah

Posted on October 5, 2008 by Jeff Block

Day 5: Sunday, October 5, 2008 Our Last Day at Shekinah I guess I was anxious to get back to the world of western food and air conditioning, because I started packing the night before.  With Sunday, our 5th day … Continue reading →

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Philippine Travel Log: A Day with the Whittles

Posted on October 4, 2008 by Jeff Block

Day 4: Saturday, October 4, 2008 A Day with the Whittles Brian and JoAnne Whittle are the directors of Shekinah Home.  They founded the orphanage nearly 4 years ago as missionaries from the United States, and have served dozens of … Continue reading →

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Philippine Travel Log: New Children at Shekinah

Posted on October 4, 2008 by Jeff Block

The day before we left Shekinah Home to take John to Manila, and ultimately to the United States, the home took in four new children – a sibling group.  I don’t know any of their names, and I wouldn’t publish … Continue reading →

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Philippine Travel Log: Outing to Laoag

Posted on October 3, 2008 by Jeff Block

Day 3: Friday, October 3, 2008 Outing to Ilocos Norte Museum and Fort Ilocandia Of the 5 days we had planned to spend at the orphanage, there were three outings scheduled.  Today, the plan was to visit Fort Ilocandia, a … Continue reading →

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Philippine Travel Log: A Day at the Beach

Posted on October 2, 2008 by Jeff Block

Day 2: Thursday, October 2, 2008 A Day at the Beach We learned early that John is an early riser.  Whether by personality or by practice at the orphanage, he’s used to getting up about 5:30 or 6AM.  We rose … Continue reading →

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