Monday, July 31, 2006

The Great Wall

We have an urgent need here at New Vision City of Refuge; to finish building a retaining wall before the rainy season begins in September. As you can see, heavy rains this past Spring caused landslides between the new dorm and the building that we reside in. We estimate that it will cost about $7000 to finish constructing this wall. That means we need 7 churches/individuduals to partner with us at $1000 each or 14 churches/individuals to partner with us at $500 each or 28 churches/ individuals to partner with us at $250 or 56 churches/ individuals to partner with us at $125.
Please send all offerings to Assemblies of God World Missions 1445 Boonville Ave Springfield, MO 65802. In the memo line put Project #8768-Retaining Wall.
Please prayerfully consider what you or your church can do. Thanks to everyone who have participated already. We appreciate your support.

Friday, July 14, 2006

Illuminated by the Lighthouse

"Commit your way to the LORD; trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, the justice of your cause like the noonday sun." Psalm 37:5-6
A wonderful group of people from Lighthouse Assembly in Richmond, Indiana brightened our home with their presence this past week. The work team, led by Angie McCormick and Brenda Tudor and the ministry team, led by Keilah and Josh Holdeman were a force to be reckoned with as they worked and played hard to get so much accomplished. Bookshelves were built, the library was organized, equipment was repaired, the medical clinic was cleaned, our water heater was installed (yeah), rocks were moved, dirt was shoveled, and so on and so on. Everyday the kids enjoyed Vacation Bible School with games, videos and crafts to keep them occupied and challenged. Thank you Lighthouse Assembly for an illuminating week!

Thursday, July 06, 2006

Simply Sachse

New Vision City of Refuge welcomed Pastor Gary Ellison and his young adult team from Sachse Assembly this past week. With hearts as big as the Lone Star State they hailed from, this group of young men and women ministered in a variety of ways. Testimonies were shared, skits were performed, children's church was presented and candy abounded all during their stay. A relay race, which challenged even the most multi-talented of our children, will not soon be forgotten. On the pratical side, a much needed wardrobe was also constructed to place in the boys' dorm. Thank you Sachse Assembly for a wonderful week.