We have had a bit of a slow start to our "planned" ministry here since shortly before we arrived in Maewo there was a boating accident that took the lives of four young people. Today is the 10th day anniversary of their deaths and it is customary here to have a huge memorial service on this anniversary. Our team has been asked to do that service so we are believing for God's presence to minister through us. The entire village has been focused on this tragedy and our first days here have been spent going door to door and being invited into the homes of those who lost loved ones in order to minister to them. Their hearts are very open. Please pray that we could be effective in ministering God's love and grace at this time.
We are pleased to report that the tribal chiefs from the island, (nine in all) decided at their last council to evict the tribe that was stirring up evil powers and operating in the worst of the "black magic". God is faithful and we are grateful for his protection! Chief Nelson is a wise man that is very enjoyable to get to know. We are being stretched but enjoying this cross-cultural experience immensely!
The plan for the rest of the week is to be used in practical and spiritual ways as the chief sees fit. We will also be visiting and ministering to people in the bush and will not have any contact with you during those times. We soooooo appreciate your faithfulness in prayer. We are all healthy (finally) after a bout with Vanuatu's revenge. :)
We miss you all and are grateful that we have a little phone service occasionally so that we will be able to keep you posted!
Sold Out '08
P.S. If you would like to be able to visualize where we are better... there are some good pictures of the chief, local houses and waterfall at this site: http://www.santotoday.com/gowestsf/ambrym.htm
or you can always google earth our location. (Maewo, Vanuatu) We are staying at the southern most tip of the island.
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