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End of February, we had the joy and privilege of gathering with our Agapé France colleagues, who came from all over France for our Annual Staff Conference. We met in the Ardèche region again this year. It was a very busy week for David, in front of his computer from morning till night to show different slideshows or videos... ... or front of stage to share the vision of the Digital Committee: Using digital means to fulfil our mission to make Jesus known. We also took advantage of the snow for some photo shoots. This year Julie, Anna and Claire stayed in Lyon with Grandma and Grandad. And they had a lot of fun! Back in Rennes, our Agapé Rennes team organised the "Awakening of the Senses" evening on March 16th. Around 60 people came and enjoyed the photo exhibition about the vine, along with verses from John 15, in a very nice high school hall in the center of Rennes. As the people discussed around the tables about the meaning of life, they were also invited to taste and enjoy

As the weeks and months go by, each member of our family continues to grow, physically or spiritually, acquiring knowledge and skills. For Claire, this is a phase of wanting to do everything by herself. Her help is greatly appreciated in the kitchen! Julie, Anna and Claire enjoyed a visit to Daddy's office, a reminder of where he spends a good deal of his days. On 30th November, we celebrated Carolyn's birthday. The girls are always thrilled to use their creative skills to make beautiful gifts. In December, Carolyn played the piano at church again with the Rennes-Sud musicians for the last time before our official change of church. Since beginning of January, we meet every Sunday morning and Wednesday evening with our lovely Rennes Nord Church team ( more information here ). In December, Julie and Anna took part in a Christmas concert with their choir. Julie even conducted one of the songs. Also in December, friends and neighbours filled our living-room one afternoon to sing Ch