Men & Ministry In The Summer

Over the first five months of 2010 we have been striving to establish a more effective and growing men's ministry at the International Church. We have been encouraged recently by some of the strides we have seen this ministry make. Recently we have seen a larger group of men more committed to coming together regularly to encourage one another in their walks with Christ (Hebrews 10:24). Over the time we have seen this type of ministry impact many men in a positive way. One such individual is our brother Ali from Tunisia. He came to us after accepting Christ out of an Islamic background. We praise God for the opportunity to impact those like Ali. We ask you to pray along with us that God will bless these efforts as they continue. We hope to have many more opportunities to impact other men like Ali.

(Although an older picture)
These are some of the men effected by the church since we have been here

Bill praying for Ali as he moves on to his next stage in life

Soon the summer season will be upon us. We are praying about all the possibilities for ministry this summer here in Romania and in Moldova. As in years past we hope to be able to conduct camps and bible schools for children and young people in Moldova. We are praying that God will supply all the necessary resources to see this happen. In addition, we are praying about the possibility of having a bible school this summer here at the church in Bucharest as well. We want to be able to have a greater impact and influence upon our community here in the city and we believe reaching the children will help us open the doors to their families as well. Pray that God will give us wisdom how to proceed and that He will provide all that we need as we endeavor to make a greater impact in our community this summer.

Some of the children who will be part of VBS at the church

VBS in Moldova last summer

One summer camp from last year in Moldova

World Missions & Children

About a week ago Naty and were honored to go to Balaton, Hungary to represent the International Baptist Convention at the Annual Meeting for European Baptist Mission. While we were there we had the opportunity to see first hand how some of the resources for the church here in Bucharest are being used to reach out to people with the gospel all around the world. We were excited to meet many brothers and sisters who are reaching their countrymen in places like Cuba, Mozambique and India, as well as many other countries. When we return home to Bucharest we were excited to report what God is doing through EBM to the church and we pray that God will continue to develop a heart for missions in the congregation here in Romania.

Naty & I with the General Secretary of EBM, Christof Hause

Enjoying Dinner With Brothers & Sisters at The Conference

As the weather has changed outside we have been able to do so much more with the children who are attending the after school program. As you know we have taken the on past field trips, but now that the weather allows we are able to simple things like take them to the park. This might not seem like much, but simple things like this help us build repore with their parents. As our relationship with them grows, so does our opportunity to share with them more about Christ. Please continue to pray for these sort of opportunities.

Naty With The Children at The Park

The Children Having A Good Time at The Park