In November, about 80 Bulgarian pastors and leaders met in Sofia for the second training session under the Renewal International Network. Renewal Christian Centre, UK and Pastor David Carr continues to follow through with partnership initiatives in Bulgaria. Al Mellinger of FM Mission with Pastor Pavel Ignatov directs the progress of this support ministry of Kingdom expansion. 80 or more wonderful bulgarian men and women of God have joined. Many of these pastors survived communism and continue serve faithfully. Circumstances have not allowed for adequate training. Many of the trained Bulgarian pastors have left the country for opportunities outside Bulgaria. God has openned the door for Renewal and FM Mission to support up to 100 existing churches to stand strong and make a lasting impact for the glory of Christ. What a privilege for me, a simple cross cultural minister, to teach the book of Acts and challenge these leaders that they have yet to write the greatest chapter of Acts in Bulgaria. You and us and them are all partners of the fulfillment of the church's greatest days.
Physical health struggles have prevented trips to our partners in Kosovo. Finally since 2006, the girls and I are headed to Kosovo tomorrow. The good news is blood test continue to prove that God's healing was real. The doctor on Friday looked at my results with a big surprise and amazement. Praise the Lord and thanks for your support.
We are coming to the States for the Holidays and January. Christi and Gina are very excited. Our support is slowly coming in. Pray that funds will be in the black before the end of the year. Donations to the Greece Country Shares (CSA) support this ministry. The account is $5,000 in the red behind for the year 2008. The Greek country shares uses the code WCS403. Gifts can be made electronically through www.fmwm.org or by mail to: Free Methodist World Missions, PO Box 535002, Indianapolis, IN 46253-5002