Not Just Another Sunday

What a great time we had this past weekend ministering at Mastimale A/G in Ntcheu!  Many Sundays find us worshipping in some sort of enclosed structure, but that was not so this day.  We had the wonderful opportunity to sit under an open-air tabernacle made of gum poles and thatch.  The temperature was in the upper 70s or low 80s, and with a slight breeze, the weather was perfect.     

God bless this gracious teacher who tried to conduct Sunday school while SOMEONE was trying to capture the moment with a camera.

 

Praise and worship time was followed by special music from the OMCs (women’s group) and children’s choir

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With the men on one side and women on the other, Gaylord preached a sermon on mantha (fear) using David and Goliath as examples.  Can you guess which is which!

The children bow their heads for prayer before the convener calls for a special offering for us.  This included pumpkin leaves, ground nuts, beans, and kwacha.  With the assistance of her small daughter, she concluded the service.

     

After service everyone headed for home, and the pastor and his wife hosted us for a delicious dinner at their home. 

  

The trench system in this photo indicates the beginning of a permanent structure for this assembly.  May God grant them favor and provision as they build to the glory of God.

September 2009 Newsletter

My “Little Ones”

Well, I got to see my “little ones” today when we preached at Miracle Temple A/G in Nkhotakota.  Those who have followed my blog will remember the sad story of the young mother who was tragically killed in a car accident almost a year ago.  We got to visit with the father and children today, and it was so good to see them and to give them a big hug. 

The youngest child came and sat with me and Gaylord at the beginning of the service, and I fought back tears as I thought of so much that this little one is missing by not knowing his wonderful mother.  I am so thankful that this dad is faithfully serving the Lord and continuing to hold his precious family together.  God continue to grant His comfort and strength to this family remains my prayer.