Good News

It's always good to share in the good news around the place.

The Shop
The Thrift Shop continues to be a massive support of the mission in our Corps. Just yesterday, two of the visitors were shop volunteers that came through a direct invitation from Lucy. Similarly, the previous week after she had given Rebecca a tour of the building and spoken to her about church, she came to the meeting with her friends Joe & Rose - and between them brought 10 children! Well done Lucy. This witness is more important than the funds that are raised, as crucial as that is.

Oh, and by the way, the shop has had two of its best weeks since it opened again for 2010.

Insane
The youth that I've spoken to so far have come back very positive about their experiences at Insane. Mark has come back quite tired! The logistics of organising such an event for over 400 youth is incredible, but worth it as you hear of the spiritual impact and the number of youths committing to service.

Banquet
Yesterday was a great day. Both congregations shared with each other over a meal following a time of worship. It was a nice, relaxed and enjoyable way of celebrating community. It was very scriptural - Jesus himself described the Kingdom of Heaven as a party or a wedding feast. I'm glad that people seemed to enjoy themselves. A special thanks to the people that helped make it happen, particularly Angela, Lucy, Naomi, Kathleen and Marion who worked non-stop throughout the morning.