Strawberry Pears

The dragon fruit, as this plant is usually called, is an exotic cactus that grows in our part of the world.  The blossoms are some of the largest in the world.  They are about the size of a dinner plate, and only bloom for one night.  Yes, I said that right, they bloom at night.  The photo is the following morning when the flower has closed so that the fruit can begin to grow. (Sorry, I was not there at the right moment.) The flower (when open) has a powerful fragrance that permeates the darkness.

Sometimes God’s creation reminds us of truths from His Word.  We are active, living for Christ in the darkness.  We are only here for a somewhat short life (when compared to eternity).  God’s will for us is to believe in Christ as our Saviour .  Through our life choices and words we are to let others know about the special life available to everyone.

Please pray for us, as we pray for you, that we will be effective in allowing the fragrance of Christ to waft to those around us.

Adjusting Expectations

After further evaluation how an English drama in the Fall might impact other school activities, the principal of Fuhsing Elementary School informed me that the school no longer wishes to attempt this.  We have been asked to continue to use a format similar to what we are currently doing.

We do not usually make a decision about Fall community service time commitments until August, but it is exciting to hear that the principal desires to see this continue.  Please pray for us to find adequate resources to keep the interest of the students.

Praise and Prayer

• Thank-you for praying for our friend Sean’s father.  He came yesterday with Sean to attend church service.  Please keep praying as we try to follow up and talk with him more.
• Charlie remains in hospital.  The doctors are treating him to insure that all the infection has been dealt with prior to his release.  Please pray that he will draw close to Christ during this time.
• Anti-virus measures are being relaxed in Taiwan.  Please pray for wisdom as people are able to be in closer proximity again.
• As usual, we are making monthly visits to our Canadian international workers colleagues.  Please pray that we will be an encouragement as we meet with each couple.