August 23, 2009

Last week we indicated we would be involved in an outreach called "Youthtour 2009" on a local university campus. Two others and myself began planning in May a series of musical tours in local universities and high schools. Thursday was the first event. Five good Christian bands participated in the event. A local youth pastor gave a brief message. All told the night was a success, except for the small crowd of university students, h-u-m. Yes, the most important thing, the students, didn't show up as we had hoped. I am guessing insufficient promotion. So, its back to the drawing board to make adjustments. Youthtour 2009 will go on at a different place and a later date.

This Friday our church is sponsoring a Christian concert at our church building. A well know Christian singer, Ezekiel Colon, will be the featured singer along with his wife who will provide activities for the children. We are hoping all will turn out well. All efforts are being made to ensure its success.

Sunday attendance seems to be finally normalizing after an up and down summer. So many of our folk are having trouble with their marriages, health issues, job (or no job) related stress, etc, etc. Many struggle with their commitment to the church when life throws them a "beanball".

Hey, we had a great day in church! Good enthusiasm, good participation, and good message. I felt satisfied as I closed the church doors.

We hope you too had a satisfying Sunday as well. I'll close here.

Blessings.

Johnathan and Mary Reece