Church

Last night we attended the large group meeting for Grace of Christ Church--the new church plant. We were able to meet all the new people who have been attending the small groups and large church gatherings. It was a good time. We started with tea and fellowship, moved into worship (all in Russian, though we recognized a few songs), a children's message, Bible study, and then communion.
I helped Cara with the children's Sunday school. We were learning about Zacchaeus. I came up with the crafts and activities this week. You might image what our Sunday school may be like, but it is probably not exactly what you imagine. First of all, we have a really small space to have 6 kids and a baby plus 3 adults helping. Then you have a language barrier, and finally you have no curriculum to work around. It was interesting , but lots of fun. The kids flew through the activities! At the end the kids played with play dough and had snacks. We left poor Cara and Brian to clean up their house after church!

Masha, Natasha, and Adalynn making their craft

Adalynn showing Daddy her Sunday School paper

Please continue to pray for Grace of Christ Church as we grow, minister, and reach the lost. The small groups are meeting each week with Bible studies and fellowship. Twice a month we are meeting as a large group for worship and teaching. It is great to be back and encouraging to see how the Lord is growing this new body of believers!

Blessings,
Philip, Kara, Adalynn, Gwen