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Thursday, 29 September 2016
EAB InTouch Magazine 86
The EAB InTouch magazine edition 86 is now back from the printers and going into the post this week. It gives a nice overview of the work in NE Brazil during the last few months so do read it and then pass it on to someone who might find it interesting. There are plenty of photos and short stories and reports - so it's very readable. Thanks to Marian Rashleigh for all her input into this and to Dave Flowers for the layout and production work.
I went up to Jabre Peak with a policeman from the church yesterday to see the situation after the forest fire. I walked a lot and clambered over rocks like never before! I'm at least pleased that the firefighters managed to contain the fire more than I had thought they had - but the mess is still very sad.
I am now preparing for tonight's Bible study.
I went up to Jabre Peak with a policeman from the church yesterday to see the situation after the forest fire. I walked a lot and clambered over rocks like never before! I'm at least pleased that the firefighters managed to contain the fire more than I had thought they had - but the mess is still very sad.
I am now preparing for tonight's Bible study.
Monday, 26 September 2016
Wednesday, 21 September 2016
Fire seems to be out!
The disastrous forest fire at Jabre Peak finally seems to have been extinguished today, having started last Friday, but we will have to still be wary tomorrow before we can say anything definite. It does now sadly seem that some of the fires, if not all, were arson. Unbelievable!
Last Sunday's baptism was great with Philip baptizing 7 and 2 others were received into fellowship. I preached on baptism too. It was a lovely service.
I interviewed a couple getting married last night. The wedding is this Friday and I have prepared the ceremony today.
I was asked to go and speak to a College about the environment today and that went well. In the morning I will have a coach load of 6 year olds (including granddaughter Bia) at Green Pastures to visit the Nature Reserve. At night I'll be leading the Bible study.
On Saturday I'll be preaching at Ibiara on Saturday and then preaching back in Patos on the Sunday.
On Monday it was grandson John David's (photo below) 15th birthday so we had the traditional cake and pop drink late afternoon. Philip is down with the flu, his son Lucas has broken his arm and his other son Luis has Chicken-pox so it's all happening! Your prayers are valued.
Last Sunday's baptism was great with Philip baptizing 7 and 2 others were received into fellowship. I preached on baptism too. It was a lovely service.
I interviewed a couple getting married last night. The wedding is this Friday and I have prepared the ceremony today.
I was asked to go and speak to a College about the environment today and that went well. In the morning I will have a coach load of 6 year olds (including granddaughter Bia) at Green Pastures to visit the Nature Reserve. At night I'll be leading the Bible study.
On Saturday I'll be preaching at Ibiara on Saturday and then preaching back in Patos on the Sunday.
On Monday it was grandson John David's (photo below) 15th birthday so we had the traditional cake and pop drink late afternoon. Philip is down with the flu, his son Lucas has broken his arm and his other son Luis has Chicken-pox so it's all happening! Your prayers are valued.
Saturday, 17 September 2016
Major Bush Fire at Jabre Peak!
A terrible bush fire developed yesterday afternoon in the special preservation area we have been fighting to save at the Jabre Peak - the highest point in our State. It was probably caused by poachers. The fire burnt all night and the firefighters are up there trying to extinguish remaining fires on the south side of the Peak with the north side almost completely burnt to the ground. It is very sad. I have been heavily involved in coordinating the bringing in of firefighters and police. I had discussions with the State Governor to ask for his support sending reinforcements and this has happened. Please pray for this tragic situation.
Philip's 9 year old son Lucas has broken his arm and has gone to João Pessoa to get it put in plaster as it needs a special procedure to get the bone back in place under sedation. His baby brother Luis is covered in an as yet undiagnosed rash.
My virus just doesn't go away. I keep going but do not feel right. I am now taking a 10-day course of antibiotics. So we value your prayers for one and all here. Tomorrow is the big baptism service!
Philip's 9 year old son Lucas has broken his arm and has gone to João Pessoa to get it put in plaster as it needs a special procedure to get the bone back in place under sedation. His baby brother Luis is covered in an as yet undiagnosed rash.
My virus just doesn't go away. I keep going but do not feel right. I am now taking a 10-day course of antibiotics. So we value your prayers for one and all here. Tomorrow is the big baptism service!
Thursday, 15 September 2016
New Edition of EAB Magazine in the pipeline
The October 2016 edition of the EAB Magazine 'In Touch' - No. 86 - has gone to the printer's today. Thanks to Marian Rashleigh and Dave Flowers for all their work on this. Watch your doormats because it will soon be on its way!
Leadership Meeting
We held a very good Patos church leadership meeting last night and 8 were defined for baptism this coming Sunday plus 2 others who will be received into fellowship. Philip will be doing the baptism.
I have spent all morning today preparing the Bible study for this evening in Patos. So was the money in the fish's mouth a tongue in cheek comment or for real? You'll need to get on a plane quick to find out!
I have spent all morning today preparing the Bible study for this evening in Patos. So was the money in the fish's mouth a tongue in cheek comment or for real? You'll need to get on a plane quick to find out!
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