This past Sunday was both a happy and sad time here at the church.  The church turned 10 years old in January, and this past Sunday held their birthday service.  Like they do every year, they had a giant cake which everyone got to add a candle to.  However, it was also the farewell party for our teammates, the Burwells, as it was their last Sunday with us before they went back to America.  As you can imagine, we had a big crowd and the normal tradition of having everyone share something was reduced to one person from each group represented sharing a little.

Please pray for the church as they continue to adjust to not having a missionary to help them out full-time.  There will be a number of responsibilities that will have to be absorbed by a small number of people. This year, also, will be the end of some grants that have helped to support the church as it has grown.  They continue to trust the Lord for additional growth so the church can cover its own expenses and would appreciate your prayers on their behalf.

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