Dear Friends,
July 4th…Happy Birthday America! As we celebrate this 233rd founding of our country we think about the freedoms we enjoy and the privilege it is to be an American citizen. “God Bless America”
We returned to Fresno in mid April and have enjoyed seeing friends and getting reacquainted at church. There always seems to be many new faces and people we don’t know … this growth is a wonderful blessing for our church family. We love getting back and sharing about our time in Albania with everyone. “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”
On our agenda each Spring is a list of doctors and dentists and other appointments we need to accomplish so we can plan to return in September again. This year is no different! We’ve been busy with appointments and continue to be given good reports. We are praising God that Bob continues to be cancer-free1 Linda will be having some arthroscopic work on her left knee this month but everything else is good. "Grace Like Rain”
We are planning to return to Albania, on the 4th of September to once again be the house parents for the Torchbearers International Bible School. When we left in April there were already a few enrolled and we pray more will be led to seek out this opportunity. The school actually begins at the end of Sept but by going early we can attend the annual conference for foreign missionaries held in Durres, which is on the Adriatic coast. Here we can once again meet people from all over the world who are serving Christ in Albania. “In Christ There Is No East or West”
Summer camps are just beginning in Erseke and all the indications are that this will once again be a very busy summer both at the camp in town and the wilderness camp in the mountains. Please pray for the staff, the programs, but especially the children who will be attending. They can affect great change in the entire country as the Lord touches these little ones. “It Only Takes A Spark to Get a Fire Going…Pass It On”
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Thursday, March 5, 2009
CHANGING SEASONS
March 4, 2009
Dear Friends ~
March has arrived with Spring-like weather and we relish the sunshine, although we know there is snow still in the forecast. As we look out our kitchen window at the snow covered mountains and the frozen waterfalls we are reminded of how the seasons of the year resemble the seasons of our lives. Just like the melting snow and thawing waterfalls, our lives have seasons where situations come and go; things don’t stay the same forever. What a valuable lesson to understand when we are going thru illness, grief, despair or loneliness. Our Lord is with us and knows and understands the deepest things of our hearts and minds; He will turn one season into another if we allow Him.
During this first week of March our students are on their outreach week. This is an opportunity for them to experience another ministry in Albania. Being in a different town exploring and participating in what God is doing there. This week they are in the city of Elbasan serving at the House of Hope, which is a Christian orphanage. Our students have planned a variety of lessons, games and activities that we pray will be a blessing for these little ones. Please pray that this week is one where these students will be able to express their love and faith and that the Lord would bless their time.
We are all very excited about the addition of Josiah John Gundy on February 27th to the Gundy family and our family of faith here in Erseke. He was born at St. Luke’s Hospital in Thessaloniki, Greece. As of this date we haven’t seen him yet because Eric & Kathy need to receive his passport from the American consulate to re-enter Albania. We are praying this process will only take a couple of weeks as we are all anxious to hold this precious child. Please pray for Eric & Kathy, Andrew and Abi as they rejoice over their new family member.
The 8th of March is the day set aside to honor women in Albania. It’s much like our Mother’s Day…although this day isn’t restricted to only mothers, but for all women. As a way to celebrate this special day we are looking forward to presenting the Campus Crusade film, “Magdalena”, which tells women they are loved and valued by God as expressed through the eyes of Mary Magdalene. Please pray for the women who will attend that the love of Christ would touch their hearts and minds.
We are continually reminded of your support as you pray for us, send us encouragements, provide for our needs and love us so lavishly. We are thankful for you and for this season of our life here in Erseke. May God bless you .
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
Dear Friends ~
March has arrived with Spring-like weather and we relish the sunshine, although we know there is snow still in the forecast. As we look out our kitchen window at the snow covered mountains and the frozen waterfalls we are reminded of how the seasons of the year resemble the seasons of our lives. Just like the melting snow and thawing waterfalls, our lives have seasons where situations come and go; things don’t stay the same forever. What a valuable lesson to understand when we are going thru illness, grief, despair or loneliness. Our Lord is with us and knows and understands the deepest things of our hearts and minds; He will turn one season into another if we allow Him.
During this first week of March our students are on their outreach week. This is an opportunity for them to experience another ministry in Albania. Being in a different town exploring and participating in what God is doing there. This week they are in the city of Elbasan serving at the House of Hope, which is a Christian orphanage. Our students have planned a variety of lessons, games and activities that we pray will be a blessing for these little ones. Please pray that this week is one where these students will be able to express their love and faith and that the Lord would bless their time.
We are all very excited about the addition of Josiah John Gundy on February 27th to the Gundy family and our family of faith here in Erseke. He was born at St. Luke’s Hospital in Thessaloniki, Greece. As of this date we haven’t seen him yet because Eric & Kathy need to receive his passport from the American consulate to re-enter Albania. We are praying this process will only take a couple of weeks as we are all anxious to hold this precious child. Please pray for Eric & Kathy, Andrew and Abi as they rejoice over their new family member.
The 8th of March is the day set aside to honor women in Albania. It’s much like our Mother’s Day…although this day isn’t restricted to only mothers, but for all women. As a way to celebrate this special day we are looking forward to presenting the Campus Crusade film, “Magdalena”, which tells women they are loved and valued by God as expressed through the eyes of Mary Magdalene. Please pray for the women who will attend that the love of Christ would touch their hearts and minds.
We are continually reminded of your support as you pray for us, send us encouragements, provide for our needs and love us so lavishly. We are thankful for you and for this season of our life here in Erseke. May God bless you .
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
February Happenings
Dear Friends,
We have just returned from Thessaloniki where Bob has had his 3 month chest x-ray and visit with the oncologist. We are returning with very good news and joyful spirits as we report that his x-ray was clear and the doctor said it seemed that this one was even clearer than the last one in November! What an amazing God we have! Thank you for your prayers on Bob’s behalf.
The Torchbearers Bible School here in Erseke continues to be a blessing for the students, staff, the church and the whole town. The students are eager to learn more from God’s Word and they approach each class with seeking hearts. The staff is blessed by working with one another in an atmosphere of cooperation and love for each other. The church is blessed as our students join in the activities and help with the children’s program on Saturdays. They also go to Lescovik and support the missionaries there. The town is blessed by our students wanting to interact with them as they try out a new language and new customs. Isn’t our God amazing at how so many can be blessed by even just a few students? It has a loaves and fishes flavor, huh?
In this month we will have teachings on 1 & 2 Peter, Matthew, James as well as classes on The Holy Spirit, Natural Church Development, The Names and Attributes of God, and preparation for the upcoming outreach week in late February. It’s a full month with lots of input and times of practical application as we live in community and serve others. Please pray for these students as they take in and reach out that this will become a life pattern for them, just like breathing!
We’re all looking forward to the student travel weekend, which begins this Friday. This time we’re off to Saranda which is on the Adriatic coast in southern Albania. The drive there from Erseke has spectacular scenery and interesting sites. We’ll also visit Butrint which is an archeological dig located on the Straits of Corfu. This has been a 12 year dig that has uncovered remains of the various occupying civilizations of this area dating back to the 12th century. On Sunday we will return to Erseke stopping in the city of Gjirokaster for worship at the evangelical church. Please pray for our safety and our time together exploring this wonderful country.
We thank you for your continued love and support of us here. You are the team members that allow us to serve in this way and we’re very grateful.
We wish you all a Happy Valentine’s Day!
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
We have just returned from Thessaloniki where Bob has had his 3 month chest x-ray and visit with the oncologist. We are returning with very good news and joyful spirits as we report that his x-ray was clear and the doctor said it seemed that this one was even clearer than the last one in November! What an amazing God we have! Thank you for your prayers on Bob’s behalf.
The Torchbearers Bible School here in Erseke continues to be a blessing for the students, staff, the church and the whole town. The students are eager to learn more from God’s Word and they approach each class with seeking hearts. The staff is blessed by working with one another in an atmosphere of cooperation and love for each other. The church is blessed as our students join in the activities and help with the children’s program on Saturdays. They also go to Lescovik and support the missionaries there. The town is blessed by our students wanting to interact with them as they try out a new language and new customs. Isn’t our God amazing at how so many can be blessed by even just a few students? It has a loaves and fishes flavor, huh?
In this month we will have teachings on 1 & 2 Peter, Matthew, James as well as classes on The Holy Spirit, Natural Church Development, The Names and Attributes of God, and preparation for the upcoming outreach week in late February. It’s a full month with lots of input and times of practical application as we live in community and serve others. Please pray for these students as they take in and reach out that this will become a life pattern for them, just like breathing!
We’re all looking forward to the student travel weekend, which begins this Friday. This time we’re off to Saranda which is on the Adriatic coast in southern Albania. The drive there from Erseke has spectacular scenery and interesting sites. We’ll also visit Butrint which is an archeological dig located on the Straits of Corfu. This has been a 12 year dig that has uncovered remains of the various occupying civilizations of this area dating back to the 12th century. On Sunday we will return to Erseke stopping in the city of Gjirokaster for worship at the evangelical church. Please pray for our safety and our time together exploring this wonderful country.
We thank you for your continued love and support of us here. You are the team members that allow us to serve in this way and we’re very grateful.
We wish you all a Happy Valentine’s Day!
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Welcome to 2009
It’s already mid January of 2009 and we’re just saying Happy New Year to you…my, oh my how the days are flying by. Following a month long break between the semesters here at Udhekryq Bible School we’re just beginning the 2nd semester. We have two new students for this semester; 1 from Canada and 1 from America…they join the 3 Albanian returning students. This is a small group, but one that is eager to learn what God has for them in these next 3 months. One of the opportunities we have with a smaller group is inviting guests to come experience the life and teaching for a week or two throughout the semester. Please pray for our students and those who will attend classes as visitors.
We’ve had some challenges as this 2nd semester begins with our heating system for the facility, which is now fixed and warming the building. We’ve also had interruption with our phone service, internet service and our water supply….all of these dilemmas are being remedied but certainly cause us to turn to the Lord. Please pray for us not to become discouraged and for the facility to operate free of problems.
The work on the building continues at the school. They are working on the new lower bathroom facilities and want to have them in working order for the summer camps. It’s a bit difficult working around the weather conditions, but they are finishing the construction of the brick outer walls never-the-less. There is also work being done in the main hall upstairs where 2 more dorm rooms and a bathroom are being constructed. This will add more dorm space for both camps and school in the years to come. Above the kitchen is also an area being worked on which will provide more space for activities. Please pray for these expansions in process and for the workers who are diligently working in very cold weather.
We are so blessed to be serving here and praise God for His call on our lives as well as your support and encouragement. What a great team we have! Thank you so much for the many ways you express love and care to us.
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
We’ve had some challenges as this 2nd semester begins with our heating system for the facility, which is now fixed and warming the building. We’ve also had interruption with our phone service, internet service and our water supply….all of these dilemmas are being remedied but certainly cause us to turn to the Lord. Please pray for us not to become discouraged and for the facility to operate free of problems.
The work on the building continues at the school. They are working on the new lower bathroom facilities and want to have them in working order for the summer camps. It’s a bit difficult working around the weather conditions, but they are finishing the construction of the brick outer walls never-the-less. There is also work being done in the main hall upstairs where 2 more dorm rooms and a bathroom are being constructed. This will add more dorm space for both camps and school in the years to come. Above the kitchen is also an area being worked on which will provide more space for activities. Please pray for these expansions in process and for the workers who are diligently working in very cold weather.
We are so blessed to be serving here and praise God for His call on our lives as well as your support and encouragement. What a great team we have! Thank you so much for the many ways you express love and care to us.
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
Monday, December 22, 2008
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Winter views in Erseke, Albania
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This is Gramozi, the mountians surrounding our town of Erseke. From our kitchen window we have this great view!
Monday, December 15, 2008
Merry Christmas from Erseke
Christmas Greetings Dear Friends,
“Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened…” John 2:15
For many of you this has been a reality, to go to Bethlehem. For others of you, maybe you’ve not physically been there. But for this holiday season we’d like to encourage all of us to “go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened.” Let’s travel with the shepherds as they follow the star… seeing anew the bright light of Christ in our lives; walking in that light with a hope and purpose and ready with our hands to reach out to others in love. This is a wonderful season… “Let’s go…”
We are in the midst of Winter break…the 1st semester ended last Friday, the 12th of December and the 2nd semester begins on January 9th. We said our goodbyes to all 4 of the Canadian students (Jenna, Jordan, Sherdan and Josh) and the German student (Manuel). The Albanian students (Albana, Niko and Loli) will be back for the second semester as well as some new incoming students from here in Albania, America and Canada. Please pray for all those who are making decisions about coming next semester to Udhekryq (Crossroads) Torchbearers Bible School. Crossroads is certainly an appropriate name for this school as each of these young people find themselves in just such a place…a life full of decisions for school, work, dating, marriage, lifestyle…all come during these 20-something years. We pray for each of them as they pursue different avenues that they will trust the Lord’s leading and know His ways are for their best.
We’re not missing the continual buzz of Christmas commercials that flood your radios and televisions during this time of year, because here it is much simpler. The town is decorated with lights and Christmas trees and we’re slowly getting our apartment decorated including listening to the music of Christmas. The main hall at the Bible school is decorated and there is a fresh tree from the forest that now has ornaments and lights. We will be using the hall for a woman’s gathering next Saturday and an all-church fellowship time on Christmas Day. Our times together are mostly about being with each other…eating, games, watching a movie, making crafts, singing carols. This makes for a very slowed down Christmas season, and one we love.
Our winter here in Erseke has been windy and cold, some rain, but very little snow. The locals say snow will come later in January and February. We find ourselves bundled up in 2 or 3 layers and very comfortable as we go to town for shopping. Everyone scurries and they tend not to linger outdoors too long…but nevertheless there’s always time for a greeting. This is a very relational culture and the weather doesn’t change that wonderful part of it.
We pray you find this Christmas season a true blessing. May the star that led the shepherds to the Christ child be a light unto your feet as you travel to Bethlehem and into your Christmas celebrations. We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
“Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened…” John 2:15
For many of you this has been a reality, to go to Bethlehem. For others of you, maybe you’ve not physically been there. But for this holiday season we’d like to encourage all of us to “go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened.” Let’s travel with the shepherds as they follow the star… seeing anew the bright light of Christ in our lives; walking in that light with a hope and purpose and ready with our hands to reach out to others in love. This is a wonderful season… “Let’s go…”
We are in the midst of Winter break…the 1st semester ended last Friday, the 12th of December and the 2nd semester begins on January 9th. We said our goodbyes to all 4 of the Canadian students (Jenna, Jordan, Sherdan and Josh) and the German student (Manuel). The Albanian students (Albana, Niko and Loli) will be back for the second semester as well as some new incoming students from here in Albania, America and Canada. Please pray for all those who are making decisions about coming next semester to Udhekryq (Crossroads) Torchbearers Bible School. Crossroads is certainly an appropriate name for this school as each of these young people find themselves in just such a place…a life full of decisions for school, work, dating, marriage, lifestyle…all come during these 20-something years. We pray for each of them as they pursue different avenues that they will trust the Lord’s leading and know His ways are for their best.
We’re not missing the continual buzz of Christmas commercials that flood your radios and televisions during this time of year, because here it is much simpler. The town is decorated with lights and Christmas trees and we’re slowly getting our apartment decorated including listening to the music of Christmas. The main hall at the Bible school is decorated and there is a fresh tree from the forest that now has ornaments and lights. We will be using the hall for a woman’s gathering next Saturday and an all-church fellowship time on Christmas Day. Our times together are mostly about being with each other…eating, games, watching a movie, making crafts, singing carols. This makes for a very slowed down Christmas season, and one we love.
Our winter here in Erseke has been windy and cold, some rain, but very little snow. The locals say snow will come later in January and February. We find ourselves bundled up in 2 or 3 layers and very comfortable as we go to town for shopping. Everyone scurries and they tend not to linger outdoors too long…but nevertheless there’s always time for a greeting. This is a very relational culture and the weather doesn’t change that wonderful part of it.
We pray you find this Christmas season a true blessing. May the star that led the shepherds to the Christ child be a light unto your feet as you travel to Bethlehem and into your Christmas celebrations. We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
Friday, August 1, 2008
Closing In On A Month to D-day
Hi All ~
It's Friday afternoon, August 1st, and here I sit at the computer! Now I should be thinking about our leaving on Sept 3rd...but no, I've been playing games and checking Facebook...shame of all shames! I have been trying to do a few things everyday and I'm not too overwhelmed right now...but the day will soon come when I'm frantic about my "to do" list.
What's to do?
1. Well, I've got to make sure all our bills and banking stuff is up to date and correct cuz I'm sure not going to get any bills in Erseke in a timely fashion...altho Redi would phone me about any problems. Oh, yeah I need to tell you that Redi Gjoshe will be staying in our home again. That makes it so nice for us and for him too...as it's like his "other" home anyway. I don't have to do too much arranging on the homefront with him here.
2. Next comes the mailing of boxes...books, stuff we don't want in our suitcases,
the things folks in Erseke have asked us to get for them (which isn't much, just more books!), etc.
3. Getting our clothes ready...fall, winter, spring all in the suitcases. Most of our winter things are in our storage closet in our apartment...but I brought some back with me in Feb to be dry cleaned. Also Bob seemed to be so cold after his rounds of chemo that I brought some of his sweaters and a bulky jacket home too. I've just got to get it together and ready for the packing.
4. We are working in the yard a bit (when it's below 95, that is) trying to get it very simple to care for..moving potted plants together on the patio, weeding and raking up leaves, etc. Redi doesn't mind watering for us and if he'll mow once in awhile that's enough.
5. We're working on language again. These "old dogs" have just gotta be better with Shqip...so we trudge on. It's the conjugation that's the hardest for us. But every year we seem to do better and know more...and just talk away as people smile and shake their heads...oh, that's po not yo???
Well, now I've got to figure out dinner. Another thing we're trying to accomplish is seeing friends before we leave. So tomorrow night we're at the Franz's with the Sells'...which will be fun. And the following Sat night we're at the Baker's with the Hatcher's and maybe the Wrightson's too? Some of our dearest friends who've walked many miles of life with us.
Rrofsh...
Linda
It's Friday afternoon, August 1st, and here I sit at the computer! Now I should be thinking about our leaving on Sept 3rd...but no, I've been playing games and checking Facebook...shame of all shames! I have been trying to do a few things everyday and I'm not too overwhelmed right now...but the day will soon come when I'm frantic about my "to do" list.
What's to do?
1. Well, I've got to make sure all our bills and banking stuff is up to date and correct cuz I'm sure not going to get any bills in Erseke in a timely fashion...altho Redi would phone me about any problems. Oh, yeah I need to tell you that Redi Gjoshe will be staying in our home again. That makes it so nice for us and for him too...as it's like his "other" home anyway. I don't have to do too much arranging on the homefront with him here.
2. Next comes the mailing of boxes...books, stuff we don't want in our suitcases,
the things folks in Erseke have asked us to get for them (which isn't much, just more books!), etc.
3. Getting our clothes ready...fall, winter, spring all in the suitcases. Most of our winter things are in our storage closet in our apartment...but I brought some back with me in Feb to be dry cleaned. Also Bob seemed to be so cold after his rounds of chemo that I brought some of his sweaters and a bulky jacket home too. I've just got to get it together and ready for the packing.
4. We are working in the yard a bit (when it's below 95, that is) trying to get it very simple to care for..moving potted plants together on the patio, weeding and raking up leaves, etc. Redi doesn't mind watering for us and if he'll mow once in awhile that's enough.
5. We're working on language again. These "old dogs" have just gotta be better with Shqip...so we trudge on. It's the conjugation that's the hardest for us. But every year we seem to do better and know more...and just talk away as people smile and shake their heads...oh, that's po not yo???
Well, now I've got to figure out dinner. Another thing we're trying to accomplish is seeing friends before we leave. So tomorrow night we're at the Franz's with the Sells'...which will be fun. And the following Sat night we're at the Baker's with the Hatcher's and maybe the Wrightson's too? Some of our dearest friends who've walked many miles of life with us.
Rrofsh...
Linda
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Getting Ready to Go.....
Well, it's seems like the days are flying by and we're slowly getting our minds wrapped around the idea that we'll be leaving Sept 3rd for about 7 months...in other words there's lots to be done and we're not moving very fast....
And first off is our week long trip to Santa Cruz!! Gotta vacation first, right?? Our friends Merle & Benita invited us to come and stay in their home for a week. Not a hard choice when it's 100+ in Fresno! We're leaving on Sat and Kelly & Sandi are going with us and staying until Tuesday...then on Thursday Paul & Karon are coming over and we'll come back with them the following Saturday. It's always so relaxing there...sleep in, late breakfasts...sunny beach, a movie...read for awhile or nap...stroll around downtown and thru the bookstores. Just fun!
Terry & I worked on a few upcoming dates we needed to schedule...a prayer/sendoff which will be at their home on the 28th of August and August 31st for Bob & I to share the SS hour with the returning Albania team. It's good to nail those dates down and now we'll have to work on something meaningful to share.
The Lord is blessing us over and over as our supporters send in $$ for our flight and stay in Erseke. What an amazing journey it is to trust God's call and then believe that He'll pull it off! It's also great confirmation and we take it to mean must that. He still wants us to go and serve at the Bible school and support the missionary team in Erseke. Isn't that amazing that He says in Jeremiah that He has plans for our life that are good...and in Psalms it says that He will give us the desires of our heart when we are in Him. And He does just that...places dreams in our heart and then fulfills them for our good and His praise. How much He loves us!
We're not in Erseke yet, but we'll get there...just hang around and listen.
I'll be back later.
And first off is our week long trip to Santa Cruz!! Gotta vacation first, right?? Our friends Merle & Benita invited us to come and stay in their home for a week. Not a hard choice when it's 100+ in Fresno! We're leaving on Sat and Kelly & Sandi are going with us and staying until Tuesday...then on Thursday Paul & Karon are coming over and we'll come back with them the following Saturday. It's always so relaxing there...sleep in, late breakfasts...sunny beach, a movie...read for awhile or nap...stroll around downtown and thru the bookstores. Just fun!
Terry & I worked on a few upcoming dates we needed to schedule...a prayer/sendoff which will be at their home on the 28th of August and August 31st for Bob & I to share the SS hour with the returning Albania team. It's good to nail those dates down and now we'll have to work on something meaningful to share.
The Lord is blessing us over and over as our supporters send in $$ for our flight and stay in Erseke. What an amazing journey it is to trust God's call and then believe that He'll pull it off! It's also great confirmation and we take it to mean must that. He still wants us to go and serve at the Bible school and support the missionary team in Erseke. Isn't that amazing that He says in Jeremiah that He has plans for our life that are good...and in Psalms it says that He will give us the desires of our heart when we are in Him. And He does just that...places dreams in our heart and then fulfills them for our good and His praise. How much He loves us!
We're not in Erseke yet, but we'll get there...just hang around and listen.
I'll be back later.
Sunday, July 6, 2008
The Beginning Steps 2008
Psalm 100
Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth.
Worship the Lord with gladness;
Come before Him with joyful songs.
Know that the Lord is God.
It is he who made us, and we are his;
We are his people, the sheep of his pasture.
Enter his gates with thanksgiving,
And his courts with praise;
Give thanks to him and praise his name.
For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;
His faithfulness continues through all generations
July 1, 2008
Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth.
Worship the Lord with gladness;
Come before Him with joyful songs.
Know that the Lord is God.
It is he who made us, and we are his;
We are his people, the sheep of his pasture.
Enter his gates with thanksgiving,
And his courts with praise;
Give thanks to him and praise his name.
For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;
His faithfulness continues through all generations
July 1, 2008
Dear Friends ~
What powerful words these are and they express our hearts joy as the Lord has healed Bob of lung cancer, restored his knee to full use and given Linda good sight once again. Thus, this year of remaining in Fresno has proven to be a good thing and now we can once again return to Albania and the Torchbearers Bible School in Erseke as houseparents. God’s call to us didn’t change over the past year and in fact we feel very strongly that His call remains the same to us…”Go, Serve, Love in my name” the students, visiting teachers, staff, missionary families and the townspeople of Erseke.
Our plans are to arrive in Albania in early September in time to help get the school set up for the student’s arrival on the 26th. We’ll also need to settle into our apartment and meet with the staff team. Following the orientation weekend, classes begin on
the 29th.
We value your prayers for our preparations and travel, for the students seeking what God has for them at the Bible School, and for Eric Gundy as he serves as Interim Principal as well as the entire staff of the school. We will have some one time expenses for travel estimated at $4,000. For the seven months of living expenses (September to April) we are budgeting $2,000/month, $14,000 for the school year. Your support and love enables us to serve the Lord in this way… at this time… in this place.
We are so thankful for God’s abundant mercy and grace and we are grateful for each of you; for your prayers, your financial support and your encouraging love. We are called by God to go, we are sent by you, our partners in faith.
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
What powerful words these are and they express our hearts joy as the Lord has healed Bob of lung cancer, restored his knee to full use and given Linda good sight once again. Thus, this year of remaining in Fresno has proven to be a good thing and now we can once again return to Albania and the Torchbearers Bible School in Erseke as houseparents. God’s call to us didn’t change over the past year and in fact we feel very strongly that His call remains the same to us…”Go, Serve, Love in my name” the students, visiting teachers, staff, missionary families and the townspeople of Erseke.
Our plans are to arrive in Albania in early September in time to help get the school set up for the student’s arrival on the 26th. We’ll also need to settle into our apartment and meet with the staff team. Following the orientation weekend, classes begin on
the 29th.
We value your prayers for our preparations and travel, for the students seeking what God has for them at the Bible School, and for Eric Gundy as he serves as Interim Principal as well as the entire staff of the school. We will have some one time expenses for travel estimated at $4,000. For the seven months of living expenses (September to April) we are budgeting $2,000/month, $14,000 for the school year. Your support and love enables us to serve the Lord in this way… at this time… in this place.
We are so thankful for God’s abundant mercy and grace and we are grateful for each of you; for your prayers, your financial support and your encouraging love. We are called by God to go, we are sent by you, our partners in faith.
Blessings & Love,
Bob & Linda
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