Do you see the red sign in our entryway?  That was added this past week.  It tells people that this is the future location of the Alliance Church.  We are glad it is up, making it easier to explain to people where we are located.  This will remain up until we begin regular services.

This past week was the annual major worship celebration for the largest temple in town.  Many shops were closed as people took the day off work.  And yet, Christmas Day is not a holiday.  Quite the contrast.  Please pray for us as we seek to make the celebration of Christ’s first coming special.

Both Kathy-Lu and Lorne are recovering from the flu.  This week’s activities include telling Bible stories to students during our scheduled times in the schools, and having a short-term team with us Thursday and Friday for carolling and visiting.  Please pray that those who have prepared hearts would be open to hear the truth about Jesus.  Weather predictions at this point are for somewhat favorable weather.  Please pray that the weather would permit us to be in contact with as many people as possible.

We are also praising God for giving us the opportunity this week to celebrate the milestone of 30 years of married life.  We are thankful for God giving us each other, and allowing us to testify to His goodness in this way.