Dear Friends,
We are back in Singapore, and have just had a day of relaxation, shopping and touring. Today’s update comes from Judy, who shares just one of many stories you’ll come to hear about our experience in Sumatra. Here is what Judy writes:
On the seminary campus at their chapel this past Sunday, 200 or so Indonesian women gathered for an afternoon time of worship and praise. The worship leader was wonderful leading the women in a variety of songs and, for our benefit, then sang some songs in English. Their enthusiasm was contagious – Rebecca presented the story of Ruth and Naomi and Judy followed up by recapping the story presentation as a life application. The women there were very open and loving and made us feel right at home.
Some quick snippits:
* John preached over the radio Sunday morning and did a stellar job.
* Mike preached at a small village church and had to change on the fly to adapt to his congregation and translator – but all went well.
* Cherylann, Gini, Jerry and Jeanne had great sessions with youth and small children
* Our host (we will call her “W”) was terrific, providing us with terrific hospitality and a great vision tour of her ministry in and around the area, including the new Toba center that is just being built.
Well folks, that’s it for now. No more blogs during the trip – will have one follow-up blog in about a week after our return, God willing.
Thank you all for your support and prayers – it has been terrific and sustained us when we had nothing left. We look forward to seeing you all soon.
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