The Dykes

Sunday we were with Joel and Angel Dyke, dynamic pastors of the Life Church in West Monroe, Louisiana.

This growing church is named correctly because when you walk through the door you can feel excited anticipation and LIFE!

The praise and worship of the Lord was truly offered from the hearts of the congregation. The leader was in tune with the Holy Spirit. The musicians were not just playing to sound good (which they really did)--they were giving their talents as an offering to Jesus.

We could feel the deep love the pastors have for people--both for the church and for the surrounding community. The active ministry outreaches of Life Church are showing the community the love of Jesus. You can feel that God is about to do something great in that place...

It was such a pleasure to get to know the Dykes and their lovely daughters, Hannah and Rebecca. (We hope to snag one or both of them for missions one day soon.)

Of course we ate together. And talked and talked and talked. Since Joel and Angel are former missionaries, it was easy to share with them. Their hearts are so huge.

We just thank God for the kinship we feel with the Dykes, and we are looking forward to ministering with them in Africa one day soon.


Their stage is really cool...designed and built by my nephew, Todd Bougher.