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| KEEPING YOU GOING : | |||
- sent in by Sheila. | |||
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From 1st Corinthians Ch. 13 :
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| OUTREACH TO KADAVU ISLAND, FIJI : | |||
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Cees had been five weeks on the Pacific Link Ship when I
arrived. They had already done the first Outreach to Koro,
where the two surgeons had performed over 80 cataract
operations in 10 days. The team of 23 from Ohio arrived the
day before we set sail, and proved to be a very professional,
focused, prepared by God and fun people. Few were spared the
experience of sea-sickness on the 16 hour sail.
In praying for the eight days we were to be at Kadavu, Jessie Misa, our Director, was believing for signs and wonders beyond the normal dental and medical work. Also, construction of bunks for the school and a new jetty was planned. We were privileged to witness what happened at the Sunday service at a Methodist church in a remote village, followed by the unprecedented break-through of the Chief actually embracing the crew and team. We were told that never before had there been an altar call. Half the congregation responded. Jesse had preached. It was a very moving experience. - Lyndsay Bol ( Since returning to New Zealand, Lyndsay has been helping in the Marine Outreach office. ) | |||
| OUR DISAPPOINTMENTS - GOD'S APPOINTMENTS : | |||
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I was very disappointed that our planned speaker was not able
to come to our September tea. But God had other plans. The
time of sharing we had instead was very worthwhile. One young
lady challenged me when she said with enthusiasm, "God is my
strength." Can I say the same, or do I look to other people,
and sometimes trust in my own ability ?
Then one man shared something wonderful that God had been doing in his life. He said that for about two or three months, each day as he read the Bible, he would say, "Wow !" as God showed him something. As I listened to his testimony, I felt envy, longing and guilt. Other things have got in the way of my relationship with God. I can only think of once in the past month or so, when I had said "Wow". I was reading in Micah. In Chapter 7, verses 18-19 it says, "Who is a God like unto thee, who pardons iniquity ? .... he retains not his anger forever, because he delights in mercy .... he will have compassion .... and cast all their sins into the depths of the sea." Our God DELIGHTS in mercy ! Let's spare a thought ( and perhaps some time ) for those who cannot read God's word for themselves. - Anon. | |||
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News from earth, November 2005
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Area meetings are held on the 2nd Saturday of alternate months. Pot Blessing Teas are on the last Saturday of each month. For details contact Lyndsay & Cees. | |||
AUGUST MEETING"Get away from the cookie jar !" This command was heard over and over again in Joy and Rob's crowded lounge. The talking cookie jar was in the form of a little fat policeman and, when anyone lifted his hat to help themselves to the contents, he told them off ! But those who answered their Bible questions correctly were given permission to ignore the policeman's voice and take a chocolate. Margie had organised the quiz. The final prize was a pretty bird which rocks back and forth when balanced on a finger or shoulder and given a gentle push. During a sharing time Matthew communicated with us in a new way - via his portable Light-Writer. This was great a thrill for all of us. If only ALL people with speech difficulties could own one ! Rob and Joy shared about their visit to the Holy Lands. They spent three weeks in Israel. In one church they met a minister from Ohope ! They visited many fellowships where they were able to encourage the pastors and the congregations. One church they visited had people of thirty different languages, so a lot of interpreting was going on. A well done CD brought it all to life for us. There was a picture of Rob and Joy floating in the Dead Sea. They travelled with a group of sixteen. A number of us were left feeling we would like to visit this area someday. The afternoon concluded with the typically fantastic Te Puke afternoon tea. Many thanks to Margie, Joy and Rob for an enjoyable afternoon. | |||
SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICESeveral folk from CFFD support these services. In September, Leslie spoke on prayer. In August, Reg did a skit on the elder brother. It was announced Russell would be back for the October service. "ALL ONE IN CHRIST JESUS" | |||
| People : | |||
Noel, Debra and Sheila
( Click the picture for a bigger view of Noel, Debra and Sheila. ) When Noel had a fall in his home, he didn't expect to spend the next two months in Tauranga Hospital ! His hip was broken, and a plate and screw were inserted. He seemed to cope well with his long stay in hospital. At the time of our September tea meeting, he was still having some problems, and had to walk carefully. Through it all, his big blue eyes remained clear, and he never lost his winsome smile. | |||
WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT CFFDIt's good to see others I haven't seen for a while - Noel Getting together and talking together - Leslie The fellowship - Aubrey Being free to talk openly, and the wonderful hospitality - Debbie The Christian fellowship - Mavis It's wonderful to feel accepted - Wally The way God gives people the grace to cope with their disabilities - Sara The opportunity to help such nice people - Beryl | |||
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