Typhoon Warning

The Taiwan Central Weather Bureau has issued a warning about the approach of Typhoon Mawar. Because of its size and wind speeds, it is currently classified as a super typhoon.  It has travelled past Guam and is headed toward the Philippines and Taiwan.  Typhoons are always considered to be somewhat unpredictable, but the map shows the best guess that meteorologists have about its potential track.

The adjacent map of Taiwan shows the probabilities of different areas experiencing 50-65 km/h winds (or stronger) within the next 5 days.  The effects will be less intense if the path does not take the eye of the storm across the island.  Another chart predicts that our area has a 22% probability of experiencing the strongest effects winds and rain on Wednesday (May 31).

We will make some advance preparations: (1) purchase food, (2) buy gas for the car, (3) check that storm drains are free of debris, etc..  Those are wise things to do before this type of storm danger arrives.

Recently, Lorne was asked to teach from Ephesians 6.  The Scriptures warn that we face certain danger of enemy attack from evil spiritual forces.  Unlike the typhoon warning, the attacks could happen at any time.

Thank-you for praying for Taiwan’s residents as they prepare and weather the storm.

And, we encourage you to make the preparations listed in Ephesians 6 so that you are protected when the attack of the enemy occurs.

Praise and Prayer

• The Covid-19 virus is still present and active.  We have heard of three pastor colleagues who have become sick.  Please pray for our protection and their recovery.
• Praise the Lord that we were able to arrange help for a needy family last week.  There are some challenges that still need to be solved before the work can be completed.  Please pray that the incoming typhoon will not cause damage nor injury to anyone near that property.
• Baozhong Alliance Church is planning: (1) Elementary English Camp (July 12-14); (2) Elementary Student Essay Writing Class (July 27-29); (3) Guitar Classes (Wed & Fri July 5 – Aug 18).  Please pray for the planning and for registrations for all of the above events.