Family Family is a gift to be treasured and nurtured.  Never take those you love for granted ... Please also check out our family pictures and history (including war years in Holland, immigration to Canada, with overview of 12 generations from 1573, written by Murray's parents). For personal learnings and reflections on the challenges and rewards of building solid family foundations, please click here. First a bit about Murray and Carol's children and grandchildren:

                                                                                                                           Murray and Carol's extended family in 2010       

Chris and Julie (left in above photos) - were married July 31, 2004. Chris enjoyed a 10 year music career with Stabilo and continues to keep a 'hand in' as able (sample: Eden In some browsers 'right-click' and 'save as'), works part-time in home renovations and is continues preparations to teach. Julie teaches elementary school. Chris and Julie became parents to Kai Christopher John November 16, 2009.

For Julie's parents story, please click here.

Ben (right of Carol and Murray in photos above) - has travelled extensively, has developed 'New Creations' franchises in northern and southern Alberta and has a variety of ministry interests including micro-enterprise. Ben is taking classes at Trinity Western University in preparation for a Masters in International Development.

 

Matt and Chantalle (left of Carol and Murray in colour; at right in B&W) - were married February 4, 2006 and became parents to Canaan John on July 3, 2009 and to Avi Sophia on December 20, 2011. Matt serves as a youth pastor and worship leader and volunteers in local high school. Chantalle has worked with high school students with learning disabilities and is currently on maternity leave. See their great family photo 2010.

Melanie and Ryan (far right in colour photo, top) - Melanie graduated from nursing school December 2009 with a specialty in maternity. Melanie was engaged to Ryan Cocks August 18, 2010 followed by a May 13, 2011 wedding. Ryan is entering his third year of study towards his goal of nurse practitioner in critical care and enjoys snowboarding when he can.

Jordan and Kaylee (top in colour) - Jordan has worked in the hospitality industry and in various aspects of the building trades, residential and commercial. We're grateful for Jordan's friendship with Kaylee who is certified in childhood education and works with children with special needs.

Please also check out our family pictures and history (including war years in Holland, immigration to Canada, with overview of 12 generations from 1573, written by Murray's parents). For personal learnings and reflections on the challenges and rewards of building solid family foundations, please click here.