DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO

Please pray for William & Cathie Rew, currently in the UK, as they are both experiencing various health problems. Willie has hospital appointments planned with a view to further treatment. 

 

 

 

ZAMBIA

ECHOES report that Helen Hindson is to be repatriated to Northern Ireland from South Africa on Tuesday 9th October. Please remember her in prayer as she travels this long distance in her weakened state. 

ASIA

Peter Ferry has advised that three brothers from a country he visits have been arrested. A short time later one was released, but the other two remain in custody. One is a director of a Christian organisation and the other is a pastor of a church. Please pray for these men and for all the Lord’s people in this troubled land. 

BRAZIL

Walter Alexander has been unwell for the past few weeks, and has had various tests to try to diagnose the problem. He has had to cancel travelling engagements for October, but is managing to carry out his local responsibilities, Bible School and the radio programme. Please pray that he will receive the correct medical care and for a sense of the Lord’s presence and peace at this time. 

 

PARAGUAY

Give thanks that on 6th October the assembly members at San Bernardino were able to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the building of their hall, and pray for the believers to continue faithfully in their work for the Lord. 

FRANCE

Mike and Alison Packer wish to thank everyone for their prayers for Denison. The latest news is that the operation went well. He is sitting up in a chair and is in no pain or discomfort. An MRI scan will reveal the measure of success of the tumour removal. Please also pray for Alison, who has had some health issues in recent months. Thankfully, the cause of the problem has been found, so please pray for a full recovery. 

SPAIN

Tim Glasscock advises that the assembly in Salamanca are having a weekend retreat from 11th-14th October. Tim is responsible for the Bible studies under the title of ‘A Church that makes an Impact’.

LOCAL

Ministry Meeting on Saturday, 13th October at 7:00 pm, with Jim McPhail of Harrogate.

Visit to Wheatacres seniour citizens home on Sunday, 14th October, at 5:00 pm.

Gospel Service at 6:30 pm led by Ian Campbell (Harton, South Shields). This will be followed by the baptism of Mr Trevor Cone Pemberton.