Let me tell you a little about each one of us who is a part of A Different Dance & Theatre Ministry Training Center.
Cynthia Ford, the artistic director is married to Greg Ford and they have a family of 3 children, Havilah, who is 14, Irene who is 11 and Jennifer, who is 4. And of course Jane-O, Cyndy's sister who has lived with the Ford's for as long as I can remember! Cyndy has kept this ministry going for 20 years.
Kristen Wager, is a 20 year old college student who attends Roberts Wesleyan College. She has been a part of this ministry for 9 years.
Lindsey Houck, is a 18 year old senior in high school, who is homeschooled. She has been dancing with us for 4 years. Lindsey's parents, Larry and Lianna Houck, take a big part in our ministry.
Sarah Lewis, a 17 year old senior in high school, who is homeschooled. She has been dancing with us for 2 years.
Sarah Adams is a 16 year old junior in high school, who is also homeschooled. Sarah has been a part of this ministry for 2 years.
Bethany Smith, is a 16 year old junior in high school, who is homeschooled. Bethany has been dancing with us for 7 years.
Laren Houck, is a 15 year old sophmore in high school, who is homeschooled. Laren has been with us for 4 years. Lindsey and Laren Houck are sisters.
Havilah Ford, is a 14 year old freshman in high school, who is homeschooled. Havi has been dancing all her life, notice she is Cyndy's daughter!
Anna Seaman, is a 14 year old freshman in high school, who is homeschooled. Anna has been dancing with this ministry for 6 years. Anna's parents, Dr. and Mrs. Seaman are also a big part of our ministry.
Irene Ford,is a 11 year old 6th grader, who is homeschooled. She is also Cyndy's daughter.
Naarah Meath, is a 15 year old freshman in highschool who is homeschooled. This is Naarah's 8th year with the dance school, and 1st year with the traveling dance team.
Elizabeth Oklevitch is a 12 year old 7th grader, who is also homeschooled. This is Elizabeth's 8th year with the dance school, and 1st year with the traveling dance team also.
Sarah Carey is a 16 year old senior in high school who attends Lima Christian School. She has been involved in this ministry for 6 years. She has just left the school this year in pursuit of God's calling for her life. We'll miss you Sarah!
The 1999 Traveling Team, or the Judah Team, included: Left to right, Back row:Cynthia Ford (holding her baby Jennifer), Lianna Houck, Larry Houck, John Seaman, Karen Seaman, Havilah Ford, Laren Houck, Sarah Dyroff, Greg Ford, Bethany Smith, Front Row: Kristen Wager, Dana Chichelli, Sarah Carey, Irene Ford, Lindsay Houck, Anna Seaman, and Danielle Sackett.
"You are the light of the world.A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. In that same way, let your light shine before men that they may see your good works and praise your Father in heaven."
Matthew 5:14-16