It's time; I can't believe it! We're almost ready...tomorrow evening our plane leaves at approximately 8 pm. We are scurrying around buying last minute items, snacks for the plane trip, and some for when we are there. Getting some items for the missionary we'll be working with, Joanne Oftedahl.
We'll be there through December 14: preaching, teaching, and overall helping where needed. Bill will be using his God-given ability to minister to ministers, students, and church people. I'll be there, using my abilities, wherever!
It's suppose to be a very beautiful area [Cebu City] with wonderful temps and perfect conditions. It may rain, but I think we can handle that.
We will miss everyone in the States; especially our kids and their families. Even though it's only two weeks it seems like a lot longer, I think, because we'll be so far away. They'll be okay...we're leaving them in the Father's hands!
This past weekend we preached at my home church; the same church my Mom attends. We were able to spend some time with her which was a great blessing, considering we're going to be pretty far away for awhile!
We don't know what our Internet connection will be, but I'll try to stay in touch. You can reach us at: bemuju2003@yahoo.com or friend me on Facebook!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Next stop...Philippines!
First I want to let you know that our 8 day revival in Farmington, Il was fantastic. The people were (and are) so warm and friendly; they made us feel a part of their family immediately. And the services were excellent; the presence of our Lord was so evident...we truly thank Him for the great things that happened that week and will continue to happen.
Now to the Philippines! Yes, we're leaving next Tuesday and will be gone for 2 weeks returning home December 14. We'll be staying and working with our missionary friend from the Minnesota District (Assemblies of God) Joanne Oftedahl. Bill will be teaching in the local Bible school, speaking to the local pastors, and preaching in the churches. I'll be there to support him and do whatever else may be needed.
This will be our third trip to the Philippines but to a different area. We'll be flying from Chicago, to China, to Manila, to Cebu City. (I looked up some info on the WEB to get some facts about Cebu from http://www.cebu-philippines.net/.)
Cebu City located in the central part of the Visayas island group. It is one of the highly urbanized cities in this island group. It was in the province of Cebu that Ferdinand Magellan first set foot on Philippine soil back in 1521. The temps should be in the upper 80's during the day and upper 70's at night; could have some storms, too!
Sounds like Wisconsin in the summer...yes! We'll be enjoying balmy weather for awhile as we minister to these precious people!
It will be a journey filled with excitement, flexability (to possible schedule adjustments), seeing what our Father has in store, and getting to fellowship with the true hero's of the faith...missionaries.
I'll 'try' to keep in contact here or through Facebook [http://facebook.com/
If you are interested in helping us go to the Philippines of friend of mine is giving us part of her proceeds from sales through Avon & Tastefully Simple. Her information is below...thanks Brenda.
Now to planning, prepping, and packing...and that's just this week! Have a great Thanksgiving! We have so much to be thankful for in our lives!
INFO FOR FUNDRAISER:
Brenda Bradl
www.youravon.com/bbradl
http://www.tastefullysimple.com/
felixtroll2@yahoo.com
920-242-7148
Now to the Philippines! Yes, we're leaving next Tuesday and will be gone for 2 weeks returning home December 14. We'll be staying and working with our missionary friend from the Minnesota District (Assemblies of God) Joanne Oftedahl. Bill will be teaching in the local Bible school, speaking to the local pastors, and preaching in the churches. I'll be there to support him and do whatever else may be needed.
This will be our third trip to the Philippines but to a different area. We'll be flying from Chicago, to China, to Manila, to Cebu City. (I looked up some info on the WEB to get some facts about Cebu from http://www.cebu-philippines.net/.)
Cebu City located in the central part of the Visayas island group. It is one of the highly urbanized cities in this island group. It was in the province of Cebu that Ferdinand Magellan first set foot on Philippine soil back in 1521. The temps should be in the upper 80's during the day and upper 70's at night; could have some storms, too!
Sounds like Wisconsin in the summer...yes! We'll be enjoying balmy weather for awhile as we minister to these precious people!
It will be a journey filled with excitement, flexability (to possible schedule adjustments), seeing what our Father has in store, and getting to fellowship with the true hero's of the faith...missionaries.
I'll 'try' to keep in contact here or through Facebook [http://facebook.com/
If you are interested in helping us go to the Philippines of friend of mine is giving us part of her proceeds from sales through Avon & Tastefully Simple. Her information is below...thanks Brenda.
Now to planning, prepping, and packing...and that's just this week! Have a great Thanksgiving! We have so much to be thankful for in our lives!
INFO FOR FUNDRAISER:
Brenda Bradl
www.youravon.com/bbradl
http://www.tastefullysimple.com/
felixtroll2@yahoo.com
920-242-7148
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Each one is unique!
We've been very busy these last couple of weeks. In and out, coming and going... and we have truly enjoyed every minute.
It is what our Father has assigned us to and we are following to the best of our abilities. Each Sunday (some times more) we are in a different city, at a different church, with different pastors, and different people.
Each church is unique; and we fit in to this uniqueness as the Holy Spirit guides us and as the pastor asks us. The only agenda we arrive with is 'how can we be of help and encouragement to you'.
It's our joy to come and serve; be of help; get to know the pastor and their spouse; and interact with the people. Whether it's in a church service, Sunday school class, a seminar Bill is teaching, or an event I might be asked to speak at--we become a part of their church family...it's a great connection this family of God!!!
Our next assignment will be truly unique. We are going to be at a church in Illinois from a Sunday to a Sunday! A full week, plus! I know it'll be great!
Also coming up will be our next missions trip to Cebu City, Philippines. We'll be leaving the end of November for a two-week trip.
I'll let you know how our ministry in Illinois is going and later more about our trip to Cebu City.
It is what our Father has assigned us to and we are following to the best of our abilities. Each Sunday (some times more) we are in a different city, at a different church, with different pastors, and different people.
Each church is unique; and we fit in to this uniqueness as the Holy Spirit guides us and as the pastor asks us. The only agenda we arrive with is 'how can we be of help and encouragement to you'.
It's our joy to come and serve; be of help; get to know the pastor and their spouse; and interact with the people. Whether it's in a church service, Sunday school class, a seminar Bill is teaching, or an event I might be asked to speak at--we become a part of their church family...it's a great connection this family of God!!!
Our next assignment will be truly unique. We are going to be at a church in Illinois from a Sunday to a Sunday! A full week, plus! I know it'll be great!
Also coming up will be our next missions trip to Cebu City, Philippines. We'll be leaving the end of November for a two-week trip.
I'll let you know how our ministry in Illinois is going and later more about our trip to Cebu City.
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