Refreshed, Recharged

I experienced today what it means to be refreshed by the family of God. I was feeling a little strained by everything, and began to realise that I really need to spend time with people my own age, rather than just working all the time and having little casual social contact. You don't realise how important that is until you don't have it any more.

This evening, then, was an answer to prayer - I went to visit a Christian group that meets at the local University. They were such a warm, welcoming group, and I felt instantly at home. I was encouraged too by the Bible study (we are reading through Ecclesiastes). As I drove home, I could have cried for joy, because God has provided exactly what I needed. He is so good. Thank you Lord.

Momentum

This week I met with the local youth leaders, and (I praise God for this), out of that grew a local youth leaders' group. We are going to meet regularly to pray and encourage each other, and are considering a range of possibilities including combined events, networking with other parachurch organisations, and having a regular prayer newsletter for local youth ministries.

I have been so encouraged by the unity that God has given us, and by all that is beginning to happen. Thank you God - I begin to sense the momentum that comes when the Holy Spirit breathes on our efforts as we seek God and obey His direction.

God is great!

Brick by Brick

Last Saturday night we had a pretty laid back meeting to throw around some ideas for the youth ministry. It was good; I enjoyed getting to know some of our young people and praying about the future. Things are happening, slowly but surely. "Brick by brick", as one of the ladies in the church said.

We had pizza too, which was goood. I realised that when we finally move, I'll have to find out where all the good places to eat are, where all the streets are, shops etc. One great place I know of already is Nandos, my absolutely most favourite restaurant.

I'm feeling a lot more encouraged after the weekend. The people in the church are just great - we feel so welcome already. It was sad to return home today... I can't wait to go back and visit the church again!