December 11, 2009

Hi everyone,

I hope you are all having a nice December with family and friends. I wanted to take this opportunity to wish all of you a very Merry CHRISTmas and Happy New Year. I want to thank all of you for your support and prayers this year. I look forward to 2010 being an exciting year for the Seattle spoke of the International Christian Cycling Club. The Lord has done so many things this year and I feel blessed each day to be a part of His plan.

I also want to take this opportunity to personally thank ride leaders-Bob Horn and Jeary Flener for their tireless efforts in organizing and leading rides. And thanks to the rest of you that sent ride information in and led rides periodically. Without your participation the fellowship with other Christian cyclists could not have occurred. Once again, many, many thanks.

News: “2009 Governor’s Health Bowl” Washington Health Foundation

The club was awarded the 2009 Governor’s Health Bowl “TOP MILEAGE EARNER”. All of the members worked hard to put the club on top to receive this recognition. You all did a great job and IC3 has continued to receive attention, exposure and recognition for all of your efforts. I want to give all of the glory to our savior, Jesus Christ, for this would not be possible without HIM!

I want to thank all of you, including the members in other states that participated, and who are still participating. We also placed 2^nd in the top participating organization for miles by average. Many of you continue to enter your mileage from running, stationary trainers, spinning classes, and other exercises.

• Also, we are currently in 1^st place in the 25 Million Mile Challenge, leading by 28,000 miles!! There are 20 days to go.
• We also finished 1^st in the Turkey Bowl that occurred over the Thanksgiving Holiday!!
• In addition this year, we won the 2009 Spring Training Challenge.
• Currently, there is a 2009 Healthy Holiday Challenge and we are in 2^nd place.

I am open to suggestions as to what to do with the engraved glass bowl so as to make the best use out of it. It will be on display at the booth at the Seattle Bike Expo for all of you to see.

Riding for and with HIM-

Mike