Oct. 2010

Oct. 2010

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

We have been in the States since July 5th.  Our return scheduled for Sept. 5th has postponed several times.  We appreciate your interest in us and the ministry opportunities we continue to be blessed to be a part of.  We value your interest and prayer!

Praise

1. For the wonderful provision of a quiet place to ourselves on the river ranch of our friends Marshall and Robin Orcutt.  We have enjoyed this quiet place with the opportunity for walks through the hay field to the river, sitting on its banks, and even marveling at the physics and aerodynamics of trying to skip stones across it—yes there were a few successful tries! The setting has been conducive for rest and refreshment—in every way!
2. For wonderful celebrations with our immediate family during July and August.  Our immediate family was on the same continent, in the same State and even city (Siloam Springs, Arkansas) for a couple of weeks. Abbie returned from China in June in order to prepare to begin theological studies at Columbia International University (CIU) in Charlotte, S. Carolina this Fall.  She joined Audrey at the Nokes farm (Debbie’s Mom’s place), which she was making home after finishing her sophomore year at Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg, Virginia.  Aaron joined us from D.R. Congo during his month break between contracts with Samaritan’s Purse.    Francis Sims joined us August 9th and we joined Audrey and Francis in celebrating their engagement (we are staying tuned for a wedding date) as well as Francis’ birthday.
3. For the 100 year birthday celebrations of Grandma Grace (Debbie’s Grandmother).  Celebrating Grandma Grace’s life (A life of faith lived with evidence of God’s grace upon it) with her Nicodemus Community Church family and friends (Siloam Springs, Arkansas) and then at Camp Eagle (Rocksprings, Texas) with the extended family and friends was a once in a lifetime experience.  We are truly blessed to have a rich Christian heritage!
4. We were able to help Abbie find and purchase a car (Honda CRV) and together with Audrey and Francis, Steve was able to get her and her belongings moved and settled into her apartment at CIU.  Steve was then able to go with Audrey and Francis to meet his family in Pennsylvania before they headed back to school at Eastern Mennonite University (EMU).
5. We were here and available to be with Debbie’s Mom and her step-father’s (Charles) family through his extended time of hospitalization and medical care leading up to his death on Sept. 3 and funeral on Sept. 7th.  It has been a blessing to be able to be around and help out in various ways.

Prayer

1. With Charles’ extended hospitalization during July and August Debbie and I had decided that Debbie would extend her time here in the States to be available to help her Mom.  This also allowed her to take advantage of the time to follow through with her doctor on a couple of medical issues, including an ongoing infection.   Charles’ failing condition leading to his death prompted me to also postpone my return until after his funeral.  The various tests  Debbie has had following three rounds of antibiotics have not revealed what is causing the infection and resulting pain, low grade fevers and fatigue.   Join us in praying for healing, even as we continue to seek medical advice and help in finding what the causing the infection is and how it should be treated.
2. Dale Hamilton has agreed to cover my responsibilities in AIM’s Central Region.  Ask Father to give him insight, understanding, wisdom and grace as he deals with administrative, personnel, island ministry, and practical issues related to  covering for me during this time.  He also needs strength as he carries his own ministry responsibilities along with these added responsibilities.
3. “The harvest is great, but the workers are few.  So pray the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.” Matt. 9:37,38 —ask for workers for a multidisciplinary team focused on discipleship among the Mbororo people (Central African Republic) and a 2nd team among the Zande (Northeast Congo, S. Sudan, CAR).

John 15—Abide (Remain) in the Vine!  Pray with us that we will allow the life of Jesus to flow through us producing fruit that will bless those in need of Him.

Thanks for praying with us!

Steve & Debbie Wolcott