At this time, we are looking at February as our goal month to return to Moscow. We are praying and leaving ourselves open to God's direction regarding this.
While we are in California, we want to keep our focus on ministry. The Lord has already provided great opportunities for us.
Last week, Tyler and I were introduced to the Rescue Mission in Victorville, located at the First Southern Baptist Church. This is a ministry that provides daily meals to the homeless and needy Monday through Friday. They also distribute clothes once a week, on Wednesdays. The Wednesday before Christmas, they held a huge festival, which I was priviledged to partake in. They had live Worship and Christmas music, a place for kids to see Santa, great snacks, prize giveaways, and tons of toys for the kids too. At least a couple thousand people showed up. It was an amazing day.
We want to become more involved in this ministry. From our experiences with the Rescue Mission food services, there are always at least 20-30 people who show up for a meal. They stay for about 30-45 minutes. It is a wonderful service that satisfies the physical hunger of these wanting people. However, they are not being given the "Bread of Life". Tyler and I have discussed the need for these people to have the Word served them during their meals also. We spoke with the director of the Mission and he was excited about the idea to have Christians give a brief message during the meals. He said they have wanted to do this for some time, but do to short staff it has been too difficult. Tyler is willing to step in and give messages throughout the week. However, we are hoping to share this opportunity to be a blessing and a strong witness for Christ with others. We know there are many good, strong believers who could offer so much to these people who don't know the Lord. If you are interested in helping us organize this please call or email us about it. 760-955-2400 tylergoodell@yahoo.com
Pray Requests:
- That Calvary Chapel Sokol will be blessed and continue to grow in Moscow.
- That Pastor Dean will be encouraged and edified in the work he is doing for the Lord and for the Russian people.
- That Tyler and I will use our time in the States to serve God and draw closer to Him.
- That the Lord provides people to help give messages to the homeless at the Rescue Mission.
