October 31

Hi from the tropics. I looked at the weather report this morning and lifted up a prayer of thanks that we had dodged another bullet as hurricane Tomás roars past to the south of us.

Since our last blog three major events have transpired. First, two weeks ago our Benevolence ministry made a trip to San Juan to visit the children's cancer hospital. Twelve of us (that's all we we allowed to take) went to bless the children and families with a program, clowns, toys and gifts. All told, we visited around fifteen to twenty children. Our church, as usual, generously gave of their money, gifts and time to support the event.

Then yesterday, October 30, we took our outreach to the Aguadilla mall. Like last year we set up play stations, face painting, photo opportunities, and bags of candy and toys for two-hundred and fifty children. Last night I flopped into bed and every bone in my body ached. :-) But today is a fresh, new day.

I did not preach today We had a guest singer, Giosue Calveti, who presented songs and the message. It was a fine service. The congregational music was lively, contemporary and played by six musicians...all "home grown boys." One of the songs we sang was composed by our worship leader. She has written sixty songs to date. One-hundred and six was the attendance according to Mary.

So, as you can see, we did October in style; may the Lord have the glory and honor.  God bless.

Johnathan and Mary