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After much work and preparation we finally moved into the house this past week!  It’s still not completely done but we’re so happy to be in our first home.  Abigail has tried to help in the cleaning process; when mommy sweeps she grabs her little broom and scoots the dirt pile around to new places.  At thirteen months she already wants to be mommy’s little helper.  Elizabeth is in the second trimester of her pregnancy already and is starting to recover from her morning sickness.  It feels like this pregnancy is going a little faster than the first but perhaps that’s because Abbie keeps us pretty busy.  The bible college the church has started is going well.  We have six students so far with possibly one more joining us soon.  This bible college is a huge step of faith for our little church and it has been amazing to see the Lord bring it together.  Thank you so much for all your prayers for our family and the ministry!

Well, we’re back in Cebu and we’re quickly finding our niche in the ministry here at North Cebu Baptist Church.  Seven new visitors came from our brand new target area and of those seven one mother made a profession of salvation!  We’re also excited to be involved in the Extension Classes the church has on Saturdays.  These backyard bible schools give us the opportunity to go into an area, set up chairs, and teach the local children about the Bible.  This is also a great way for the parents to hear the gospel!                                                                                               Summer has been a busy time for us here in Cebu and in just one week we’ll be in the middle of camp!  Please continue to keep that in your prayers as we encourage the kids to go.  We also ask for your prayers as we try to finalize our housing situation.  It looks like we found our first first home!  We will be renting and hope to move in on June 1st.  These are exciting times for us as we settle in our new home!  

Dear Friends and Loved Ones,

Well, after 24 hours plus of fly time and layovers we finally made it to Cebu.  It has been a little over a week since we arrived and we’re almost over our jet lag.  As we traveled on deputation a wise veteran missionary warned us that the first two months on the field can be the most difficult. Entering the airport to leave Buffalo I never anticipated any difficulties.  As we were checking in, we discovered that we were missing some necessary paperwork to leave the States.  As a result my wife was immediately flagged, making it impossible for us to leave on the 26th.  Thankfully our travel agent knew how to handle the situation and made it possible for us to fly out the very next day.  Praise the Lord!  We’re not sure why the Lord delayed our trip.  Perhaps it was an opportunity to be a good testimony for the travel agent.  She was very surprised that we weren’t upset throughout the whole ordeal.  Another  possibility could be that the Lord was protecting us from something.  Whatever the reason, God showed us that He was in control.  I know that God wants us here and that He is with us as we begin our new life in Cebu. 

Pastors Praying for Chris

 On February 25th, I was privileged to be surrounded by my friends and loved ones as I was ordained into the ministry.  In the days leading up to my ordination I was a little nervous but it was such a beautiful day.  I was overwhelmed by all the support my family and church family showed!  God has greatly blessed my life and I would not be the man I am today if it weren’t for Him and these people that He used to impact my life.  I thank the Lord for counting me faithful for the ministry! It is an awesome responsibility and privilege.  These are exciting times and I look forward to serving the Lord in the Philippines!