Coming out of a somewhat tranquil two weeks, we have a busy and exciting week ahead of us!
Here's a small recap on some things that have been happening...
The weekend before last we got to do some street evangelism together with other christian youth from churches here in Toulouse. It was a pretty awesome experience! Since Halloween was coming up, we had little bags with candy in them that we handed out to people as we asked them about their thoughts and opinions on the celebration of Halloween, which then opened the door to other conversations and questions. Some conversations not as deep as others, but all interesting and all an opportunity to engage the lost. I've been reading through Acts and I was reminded of how Paul approached everyone differently, and in a way they, specifically, would understand. The conversations and the way you share with the French people in Toulouse who have very little to zero knowledge about God, the bible, and Christianity is much different to the way you would approach and talk to most people in America. It seems like a pretty simple concept, but it's a huge part of missions here that I'm glad I was reminded of. Overall, it was also a joy and encouragement to meet and spend time with other Christians here in Toulouse and to spark good conversations with new people!
That same weekend, on Sunday, we had another biking accident and surprisingly it wasn't me! We were biking home from eating dinner at a yummy Kebab shop, and my friend, Becky, hit something in the road and did a front flip off her bike. We had our first encounter with the French firemen- the people they send for such incidents instead of paramedics I guess? Some people who saw her fall came over and helped us call for the ambulance. We were so thankful for that cause Will and I had no idea who to call! She ended up going to the hospital for stitches. It was a pretty crazy night, and it was just by the grace of God that she wasn't hurt any worse than she was. She's already pretty much all better! It's a praise that she recovered quickly. :)
Last Monday I started a new French course which is specifically for oral practice. It's such a blessing because it's an extra month of classes hat I hadn't originally planned on having, but God has allowed me to have! Maybe it's cause he can hear my French and is thinking more along the lines of, "Poor girl, she needs all the help she can get..." Either way, I'm thankful for the opportunity. :)
Something else along the line of languages is that Becky and I got to prepare this weeks lesson for English Live! It went well, we even learned that next time we use video clips for the lessons we need to bring bigger speakers. haha :) Although it was just something little, I thoroughly enjoyed being able to help and serve in this way.
-----------------> Here are some things happening soon!
Thursday (Nov 6th)- We're going on a prayer walk around the Saint Cyprien area. Currently looking for a place to rent for our new church to meet- we will be praying that we can find a good building/place for that. It would be awesome if you guys could pray for that too. :)
Saturday (Nov 9th)- We have another Soirée RAP (read previous post for info on RAP). Pray that lost of new people can come and that it will be another great night of fellowship!
Sunday (Nov 10)- Our first service as a new church (this week it will be at the Gibbons home)! Such a praise! An exciting and big step. :)
Saturday (Nov 30)- Thanksgiving Chinois-- together with our Chinese team we are having a 'Chinese Thanksgiving' night at the Residence San Fransico. This is just a fun night to spend time together, hang out, and meet new people. It's a night open for anyone to come and we're praying that lots of people do!
We've got lots of important things happening!
Thanks for your prayers! :)
