Happy New Year!

We have seen the reports of cold snowy weather that is greeting you in this new year.  Our cold weather did not bring snow, but rather high levels of pollution.  The government warnings tell us to be careful and to wear surgical masks when outdoors.  We are spending additional time in the room with the air cleaner, and are trusting God to keep us safe and healthy.  Thanks for praying about this.

The start of the new year brings anticipated changes to our team working relationships.  We are rejoicing that Albert and Elaine have completed the full-time component of Taiwanese language study.  They will continue studying part-time and will use some of their time for greater involvement in the Baozhong ministry. The plan is for them to move to Baozhong early this summer.

The start of the new year also means that our desktop computer which was purchased in 2007 is now officially retired.  We are thankful for those who give to our work special fund to provide for computers and their upkeep.  We are thankful for our laptops that are capable of the daily tasks demanded.  Please pray that computers and technology will be tools that enhance the ministry and not something that demands major time and resources due to problems.

This week we are talking to the schools where we volunteer about our schedule for the next semester (Feb. 23-June 30) .  Because of our trip back to Canada there will be an extended time when we are not available to help.  They will discuss the situation and make decisions over the next week or so.  Please pray for God arrange our involvement so that it is best for everyone involved.  We are thankful for each opportunity we have to share life principles and helpful stories with the students.

On Saturday (Jan. 10th) there will be children and youth activities.  Volunteers from two Taipei churches will be coming to assist us.  Please pray that we will be able to contact the students and encourage them to attend.  We also want to be inviting people to join us for the small group worship time on Sunday morning.  Please pray for receptive hearts.

Thank-you to those who contacted us to arrange opportunities to share while we are back in Canada this Spring.  We will be commuting from Abbotsford during that time.  There are still some times available (daytime or evenings) if you would like connect with us.  Please write to schedule a time for you and your group.  The weeks we are available to share are:  April 16-22 and May 14-20.