Yesterday was the 17
th anniversary of our sending church, La
Comunidad, and a
commissioning service for La
Iglesia Biblica de Mallasilla (
Mallasilla Bible Church- our official name!). After the sermon, the elders of the church gathered around Edgar, our pastor, Greg, and
Scotty to pray a blessing over them, and had the rest of the team stand to be a part of the blessing as well. It was moving for me to see my husband on stage, part of the core leadership team of this church, knowing that God has gifted him with amazing leadership capabilities, insight into the Word, wisdom in decision making, and a love of seeing people come to know the Lord. We enjoyed gracious comments from the elder board of La
Comunidad and an expressed commitment to continue praying for us, an extended body of the church, as we launch next week. I felt honored that God has called us to be a part of such an exciting time and a firm belief that He has been guiding us and will make Himself known through this church in
Mallasilla. So, we will be opening the doors on Sunday, starting in the home of the neighbors who have the evangelistic Bible study, and then moving quickly to Highlands International School where there's more room. This week is full of activities of preparation and prayers that God speak through the core team as we welcome the neighbors, Edgar as he boldly speaks God's word, and the worship as we recognize who God is and praise Him for it.
Yesterday was the 17th anniversary of our sending church, La Comunidad, and a commissioning service for La Iglesia Biblica de Mallasilla (Mallasilla Bible Church- our official name!). After the sermon, the elders of the church gathered around Edgar, our pastor, Greg, and Scotty to pray a blessing over them, and had the rest of the team stand to be a part of the blessing as well. It was moving for me to see my husband on stage, part of the core leadership team of this church, knowing that God has gifted him with amazing leadership capabilities, insight into the Word, wisdom in decision making, and a love of seeing people come to know the Lord. We enjoyed gracious comments from the elder board of La Comunidad and an expressed commitment to continue praying for us, an extended body of the church, as we launch next week. I felt honored that God has called us to be a part of such an exciting time and a firm belief that He has been guiding us and will make Himself known through this church in Mallasilla. So, we will be opening the doors on Sunday, starting in the home of the neighbors who have the evangelistic Bible study, and then moving quickly to Highlands International School where there's more room. This week is full of activities of preparation and prayers that God speak through the core team as we welcome the neighbors, Edgar as he boldly speaks God's word, and the worship as we recognize who God is and praise Him for it. 
5 comments:
I'm choked up seeing Scotty up there, too. It's very exciting to know that you are starting out!! May God bless you with days full of hope and excitement as the church begins.
Scotty and Lisa, you must be almost bursting with excitement as the day approaches! It has become so very obvious that God has ordered so many things to make the church opening happen, and we are so happy for all of you. We know you and your community will be blessed beyond measure as you share your faith. Our prayers and love go with all of you. Mom and Dad K
This is so exciting! We have prayed for this church plant. May the Lord bless this new body of believers! Doug & Esther
PS - I saw your blog for the first time today. There is link on the SIM website to your blog.
very encouraging, my friends.... we love you guys. amp.
Sigan adelante y que DIos les bendiga
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