Weekly Update


Above: On Friday, we joined the cousins for a day trip out to Linvilla orchard in PA. We were concerned about rain the night before, yet God surprised us with a beautiful pumpkin picking day. Benjamin and Elianna love spending quality time with their cousins.

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Above: I'll take the cute one on the very top.

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Above: On Saturday night, we participated in a mission's dinner at our church. Many of the home grown missionaries from BVBC happened to be in Delaware at the same time. Ten years ago, the majority of those on the panel were attending BVBC and just sensing the call from God to missions. Now, years later we rejoiced in hearing how God had taken ordinary men and women to do extraordinary things. He deserves the glory! We joined the panel discussion and were able to give some highlights of how God is building His church in Petôfibánya. We are very blessed to have a church that seeks to equip and constantly encourage us on the field.

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Above: Ben and Elianna trying on Russian hats (compliments of 'Ed bácsi') that were used in an opening skit. This skit communicated the remaining segments of unreached people throughout the world that have limited or no opportunity to hear a clear presentation of the gospel truth.

God's amazing provision

On Sunday morning, Sharon commented to me that we were in need of clothes for the kids for winter. With three growing kids, and the mixture of boys and girls, clothes don't last very long. God surprised us with provision before we even began to ask! A gracious member of BVBC approached Sharon and happened to ask her on the same day, "How are you doing with clothes for the kids?" Through this friend, all of children will be able to obtain winter clothing for free. Thank you God and thanks to those who extend help in Christ's name.

Home in Petôfibánya

You may recall, that we were waiting for a permit as foreigners to finalize the buying of the house in Petôfibánya. We praise God that those papers have come, and we are official Hungarian home owners! We could not have done this without the gracious gift of a personal loan from one of our supporters. We are thankful for God protecting us through the whole convoluted process and giving us success in finding the home and buying it before we left for furlough.

Test Results

You may also recall that we were waiting for results from two tests related to the threat of cancer in Sharon. We have received the results of one of those tests (a spot removed from her leg) and there are no signs of cancer. Because of communication difficulties, we have not been able to obtain the results of the second test. Even still, we rejoice in the results of the first.

God's makes me laugh

In Sunday night's service at BVBC, there is a time when we briefly greet those seated around us. Since I knew those sitting right next to me, I turned and greeted a young couple two pews behind me. Of course, in this brief time, only names are exchanged. We sat back down. Sharon and I were called to the front with other BVBC missionaries to speak about our ministry and how God leads us in building bridges. After service was over, the young man two pews behind approached me. It turns out that his mother's maiden name is Szabó. Why is that important? Because Szabó is Hungarian! John continued to explain that he understands Hungarian and can even speak it a bit. Hungarian is such a unique and unpopular world language that these type of meetings are just...unexpected and amazing. I couldn't help but laugh at this obvious sovereign appointment by God. János..."Örölök hogy megismerhetünk!"

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Above: Kira enjoying her shadow at Grandpa's house.

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