Friday, August 28, 2009

Senior Pastor Introduction Meeting

God set the tone for the day starting with our morning devotional about putting on the armor of God. Even though we started on Kenyan time (10:30 instead of scheduled 8:30) and at a different location, God multiplied the time and the shield of faith gave us serenity when we could have gotten distracted by the late start and change of venue.

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.Romans 8:28

The 130+ pastors and prison chaplains are very eager to get training so they can start this life changing program. They LOVED the video of Kenyan testimonies from our February training and can see even more how it will work in their culture.

Bishops, pastors, prison chaplains and Provence directors traveled from all over the Rift Valley and even 200k away to hear about this ministry. It was very well received and they are anxiously waiting for in-depth training scheduled for March. Our host pastor wanted us to stay tomorrow so we could train his church to start right away. God is good.

11 comments:

  1. Thanks so much for the updates. You are all in my prayers. I miss Kelly (and Mike too), but I can see that they are doing such great work -- the whole team is. It is so exciting to hear what you guys are doing, and even though you are all so far away, it doesn't feel that way since we get to read all about what you are doing. I will be thinking about all of you tonight at CR.

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  2. Good morning it sounds like good things are happening nice to follow along with all the great things happening all the people being blessed.Mom and Dad made it to see Megen so great to see her and get to hug her miss her so much. My prayers are with you all have a great day. love you michael

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  3. It's amazing to see how God has prepared the way for your team and is multiplying your efforts! Thanks for letting us be a part through our prayers and your updates.

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  4. God is so good! It has been wonderful to read the things that are happening. I will continue to pray for all of you!

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  5. What an excellent day & 130+ is even more amazing! Yes, the extraordinary video, the courageous & humble voices of our friends can often impact so much more than any lecture.

    The tiny seeds have been planted long ago, and you are getting to see a bit o' green sproutin' through the red-ochre soil! I love to hear about your f&f (fluid & flexible) moves, because God is the wind the fills the sails and... because Kenyan time is good to experience.

    God still has so much more for you on your journey, more than you can imagine. Love to each one of you, praying for each one of you!! - jo

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  6. Happy Birthday, Mike!!! What an exciting way to celebrate! Love, Mom

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  7. Remember to guard your thoughts and your hearts as you seek His purpose for each day. While you had a late start, you were in God's timing and for that He blessed all of you throughout the day. I am so enjoying reading each day's updates and then praising Him for what He is doing in your lives as well as those you are interacting with. May His peace fill your lives!

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  8. Happy birthday, my son! May "your day" be as special as you are to mom and me! Can't wait to see where you'll celebrate your next birthday {:-)! We thank God for you every day!Thank you for blessing our lives in so many ways over the years! Gramma and Ollie send their love and prayers too. I love you, Dad

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  9. Happy Birthday Mike ....
    Hope you got the text I sent you (me texting !!)
    Love and Prayers,
    Mom (your other Mom)
    and ... I figured out how to "blog" to you.? ! ? !

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  10. We got home okay Mom and Dad love you guys sounds like things are going well. Love you both Michael

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  11. Mike and Kelly....Prayers for both of you and your whole team...... Strength and guidance too..
    What a blessing you are for everyone you have touched...
    Love is sent from everyone here .....
    Brett, Wendy, John, Theresa, Brit, Ty, Cole, Billy, Hana....and of course Heather and Chris

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