This is an original song I recorded some years ago that describes the transition when seeing your son come of age as you (the parent) has to let go and adjust to a changed role in his life. Some regrets occur, thinking that the time to do certain things with your child has come and gone, perhaps you could/should have done more.
This was recorded back when I wrote it, so my recording techniques were not very advanced and I lost the master, left with just an MP3. I want to thank Nat Daniels and her production skills for helping make the most of improving the sound, although there was only limited opportunity to undo all its flaws. She also added some lovely piano parts to help replace many of my original xylophone parts which had faded considerably. Despite the rough quality, I hope the sentiment conveys. (note: Neddu was a nickname my son was given during his infancy which should help explain the lyrics)

All music written and performed by Craig Durgy
Additional production rework and piano overdubs by Nat Daniels

Lyrics:  Written by Craig Durgy
You won’t need me as you walk out that door
These eighteen years were what a father’s for
But change is not an ending
You know that I’ll be sending my love

Can’t help but feel regrets, a childhood's gone
Lost chances sometimes hit as you move on
I guess that it’s just me though, 
It was just meant to be, so go
And I’ll watch Neddu grow

I still can see you, coming in this world
Red, blue and green, you cried, your flag unfurled
We played, explored together, 
And Mom how you upset her so
Just watching Neddu grow

That day you ran out in the pouring rain
And dashed head first to surf those flooded drains
The raging storm soon hid you
I wondered Ned where did you go

And still a glimpse of all our backyard games
Now all your friends converge, just not the same
I stand here washing dishes, a man here watching wishes blow
Away as Neddu grows

I still can see you, coming in this world
Red, blue and green, you cried, your flag unfurled
We played, explored together, 
And Mom how you upset her so
Just watching Neddu grow

Watching My Son Grow

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John 20:1-18

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Revelation 4:1-18

John 20:19-31

Join Pastor John David and Shepherd of The Valley as we "Sing With the Exiles" in this message series on Isaiah 40-55. In chapters 52 -53, we find that our God Father & Son gave absolutely everything for us.  We discover He never asks anything of us until He has given everything for us. 

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He ain’t perfect, he knows it’s true
He stumbles now and then
He knows what’s right and---tries to be
God bless the heart of a family man

He goes to work like his Daddy before
His grandpa worked the land
His wife and his kids fulfill his dreams
God bless the heart of a family man


   He might not be a rich man 
   Or drive Mercedes Benz
   But he does what he needs to do
   Day and night 
   Over and over, again and again

  He knows what’s right and---tries to be
  God bless the heart of a family man

He gets assistance—from above
He’s part of a larger plan----and 
He don’t ask for---sympathy
God bless the heart of a family man

God bless the heart

Of a family man

God bless the heart

Of a family 


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God Bless the heart of a family man (s)

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Psalm 30

Acts 9:1-22

This piece isn’t for attention.
It’s not for branding or image.
It’s for any parent who’s ever been forced to choose between their role and their presence.
For those who’ve had to disguise truth just to survive the noise.
For those who stay, quietly, because they love too deeply to walk away.

This isn’t about sides.
It’s about what love refuses to abandon.

This is for every child who deserves to feel their parent’s voice steady—
even when the world tries to silence it.

This is for them - Always.

For Them - Always

Welcome to the first message in our miniseries, where we explore what it means to be truly at home with Jesus, whether you’re single or married.

In Scripture, the word “oikos” (Greek for “house” or “household”) doesn’t just refer to a building – it speaks of your relational world. Your family, friends, neighbours, and anyone you do life with. This is where the Gospel first takes root and we begin living out our faith.

📖 Throughout the New Testament, we see how households – of all shapes and sizes – were places where lives were transformed and disciples were made. Married or single, you have a household, and God wants to be at the centre of it.

In 1 Corinthians 7:17, Paul reminds us to honour God in whatever relationship space we find ourselves. He even calls singleness a gift – just as marriage is. Both are valuable, blessed, and part of God’s design.

🙌 The goal? Matthew 6:33 – seek first the Kingdom, and everything else falls into place. Let’s explore what it looks like to build our homes around who God is – not just structures, but sacred spaces of love, grace, and purpose.

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