Archive for September, 2009

Not a “No”

Monday, September 21st, 2009

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We have been working so hard to find a place for our church to meet but so far we have received “no” after “no”.  I cannot believe how many places have turned us down or been too expensive.

In the past week I have personally viewed 3 location possibilities.  One was too small, one had inconsistent availability, and one makes me quite hopeful—it’s not a “no” yet.

Our time at the Queen Margaret Union is becoming increasingly difficult.  The union has been incredible to work with, but now that the university is starting up again our presence is clearly straining.  They have been flexible to keep us thus far, but we need a place soon.

This week we will be turning in a proposal to rent from a local church and we could use some prayer.  They will be evaluating our proposal this week and next. I hope to hear back from them in two weeks time.

I could really use some respite from the strain of this uncertainty and instability.  If this is not the right place may God open another door soon.  

Brian & Shauna Now In Renfrew.

Wednesday, September 9th, 2009

Our team is thrilled for Brian and Shauna Luse who are expanding Jesus’ work in Scotland at Renfrew Baptist Church just a few miles outside Glasgow.   I will be speaking at their induction this Saturday. Brian will begin preaching there this Sunday.  It seems the whole community of Renfrew is excited about Brian’s arrival; I spoke to a man on the street in Renfrew today who had never attended the church but knew about the new minister arriving soon.

The church in Renfrew made a bunch of these great flyers.

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