So far it is a lovely autumn here in Lakeside. We have crisp, frosty mornings, and then the fog rolls in for most of the morning. After that, we have clear blue skies and sun for the afternoon. We are trying to soak it up, because winter could come any day!
We are currently busy getting ready for the Winter DTS students who arrive in January. Jason and are setting up the school schedule, corresponding with our students, and booking speakers right now. We meet weekly to pray with our group of 14 staff over new student applications, as well as just praying for God to work in students' lives, both now and when they come for DTS. We are still helping out in a few logistical positions for part of the day, too. Jason is working in housekeeping, and I am trying something new by helping in the accounting office. I am blown away by the amazing generosity of all who support this ministry and the people in it as I work there! You all probably have no idea of the incredible impact that people like you have all over the world by your generous gifts and prayer for YWAM's ministry and its missionaries. Know that I thank God for you all and pray his blessings for you as I work there!
We are also helping out with the Alpha course this fall. Our base is hosting it for the first time, and if you haven't heard of it, it is a weekly meal with a talk about various important topics in Christianity, followed by a discussion. It is geared toward non-Christians, and a very relaxed and non-confrontational way for them to learn more about Jesus and to be loved by his followers. We have a small faithful group that has been attending, and we are so excited for what God wants to do in their lives through this, as most of them are not Christians. It is a time for them to discover the meaning of life, and the giver of life. We would appreciate your prayers for this new endeavor!
Jason reached an important milestone this year. He was honored this past week at a staff gathering for 5 years of service at YWAM Montana. He is actually coming up on 6 years here, but they honor staff for 5, 10, 15, etc. years once during each year. I am proud of him! He has served faithfully during his time here, and is so committed to helping people discover God's calling on their lives. Jason is passionate for people to realize how deeply they are loved by God, and for that revelation to transform the way they live their lives.
We really feel full of thankfulness in this season, and we are especially thankful for you!
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