New Things

"The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into the harvest."

Luke 10:2

This week saw the beginning of restructuring. It is always uncomfortable to make changes, and I confess to being one who "resists change with all that lieth within me." (my own quote). We decided that it would benefit the children's work to move the time of the service from 3:00 PM to 10:00 AM on Sunday, and incorporate an adult Bible study with the 10:00 service. One of the men has repeatedly requested a Bible study that would help him know more about the Bible. He was there Sunday morning, and he was attentive and seemed to enjoy the little Bible study. Ray gave a brief overview of the Gospels in preparation of a New Testament study. We are studying the Lord's Prayer with the children, after which they go downstairs to do a little handwork and talk. One of our first goals is to establish a relationship with each child. We do not have as many children in the morning service, but we feel that it is important to have a small worker/child ratio so that we can reach them on a more personal level. We are aware that each child has his/her own personal issues, and they need support from those of us who love them. I appreciate Esther's help in this. The Lord has given her a gift of relating to children.

We drive over to Lower Brule on Saturdays and visit homes and distribute flyers. This is a high point in our week. The people of Lower Brule are so respectful of the church. We have found many people who have expressed an interest in coming to church, and we hope to help them feel comfortable in coming.

Lower Brule and Fort Thompson are situated in such a beautiful part of South Dakota, and the drive home is often very nice. Last night we witnessed a beautiful sunset as we were driving home. We will share a picture of it with you.