A Certain Woman in Eastern Europe

Around 70 women and men gathered for our 5th "Women for Women" meeting in Arad, Romania last Saturday.  We had a testimony from a young English girl who ministers to handicapped people in Romania and then I ministered  on "Joy".  A highlight was when one of the youngest attendees (almost 11) testified about seeing an angel standing guard at our meeting. She described how he looked (very large, shiny and with a sword) and what he said to her. "Do not be afraid." On Sunday, I also spoke at the gypsy church in Vinga and 3 women came forward to be water baptized. It was a great weekend. Jackie is doing such a great work in a very difficult environment.

Getting ready to return to Arad, Romania to start this year's ladies meetings with missionary friend, Jackie R. I train out tomorrow arriving Arad around 8 pm. Jackie will meet and we will prepare for our meeting on Saturday at 5pm.  We head out around 2 to set up the hall and get things arranges, welcome the worship team, talk with the translator, etc.  We usually minister until 7.30. On Sunday, I will minister at Jackie's gypsy church in Vinga. That is always a treat for me. I must return on Monday as I have a full schedule in Budapest on Tuesday. I was assigned the "Celebration of Joy" topic for ministry in Moldova in March and as I was working on it now, I decided to make it the theme of this quarter. Joy is an interesting topic; We will be talking about the differences between joy and happiness; what robs us of joy; and how to cultivate the fullness of joy among other things as I minister in Romania and Moldova. Speaking of joy - in our home group today, ou...

21 day fast and prayer for the Hungarian Eclesia and Nation Purpose is that God would cleanse his people, enpower them with love and power to give strong testimony about Jesus and that God would heal our land. Week 1 (Jan 9-16) Fast for personal life and family (prayer and water or juice fast for 1-3 or 7 days, then continue with a Daniel fast)   Effects on personal life:   (Is. 58:6-14) 1.     (6)  breaks the yoke of sin over your life, makes you holy , sets you apart for God, you will recognize your hidden sins ans will want to get free of them 2.     (8/b) (Mt 17:14-21)  breaks the power of stubborn sicknesses, makes you healthy 3.     (8. 10/b. 14.) (Jesus in the wilderness)  prepares you for the anointing 4.     (9. 10/b. 11)  makes you accepting of the leading of the Spirit , (11)  breaks the yoke of poverty over your life , 5.     (12)  ...

Many here in Hungary are called to a 21 day fast this January.  Our International Church is joining with 44 Hungarian churches to fast from Jan 9 - 29 with a prayer celebration on Jan 30th.  I had been feeling to do that myself and then heard from many other people, places, and churches in the USA that are being led to do the same. We are following the Hungarian Church's prayer points. The first week (Jan 9-15) praying for our individual concerns: Spiritual breakthroughs; family or health needs, and drawing closer to God. The 2nd week (Jan 16-22) We are to pray for our church: Spiritual health and growth, sensitivity to the Holy Spirit, maturity and practical needs of the church.  The 3rd week (Jan 23-29) Praying for the nation of Hungary, the churches of Hungary, and Europe that revival would come. Here is a website with wonderful resources about fasting. http://www.jentezenfranklin.org   Some people will fast and drink water only, some will fast with b...

The birthday girl! at Arriba's The Birthday Burrito! We sang,too. MJ & Patricia having fun together Jackie loves Mexican and Sarah,too Good burrito buddies, Bela & Elizabeth Sandor enjoying salsa & chips

My dear friend, Jackie, missionary in Romania and her 2 granddaughters came to Budapest for their Christmas break. We all really enjoyed "The Chronicles of Narnia, Dawn Treaders". It was in 3D and a great adventure! Because Jackie  and I each received Christmas money designated as "personal - do something special", we were able to treat ourselves and the girls to 2 nights at the Ramada Aquaworld Resort in Budapest. What a break this was! Despite the crowds, we really enjoying all the water adventures and the indoor and outdoor pools. Breakfast and dinners were also included and the dinners especially were fabulous! Sarah, almost 11, Jackie and Elizabeth 12 Sarah & Jackie people watching in the lobby The girls "posing" in the lobby

The French's, Graham & Susan, Australia The Jackman's, Val & Michael and MJ Jeanne Pook as Santa Table with Christmas Crackers Turkey & goose The plum pudding ablaze! The Pooks, Chris & Roger and daughter Jeanne

 Christmas eve morning at the Puppet theatre with my favorite 8 year old, Bela and his friends Gabby and Juliska

And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7 Then the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be for all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord and this will be a sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying:  Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men! Luke 2: 10-14 For my eyes have seen Your salvation which You have prepared before the face of all peoples, A light to bring revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of Your people Israel.  And Joseph and His mother marveled at those things which were spoken of Him Luke 2: 30-33 May this Christmas bring you a fresh revelation of the great...

Patricia's hand, flour, cookie cutters and cool big old bowl Bela busy with the program He "invented" his own wreath design which was very clever I threw myself into it,too - flour everywhere including glasses!! But the finished product was worth it!!

But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus. For this we say to you by the Word of the Lord, that we who are alive and remain until the coming of the Lord will by no means precede those who are asleep. For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with a voice like an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord. Therefore comfort one another with these words. Dedicated to Syble, Tammy, Lisa, Sherry,Stacey, Becky, the Callery family, Donna, Judy. Jim, Chris, Barb and all those who have lost loved ones especially around this time of year.

Watch out! For the High voltage Pastor!! Easter 2008 in Gyor a special time with Pastor Jon Palmer How Ed loved his Syble! and how he loved International students and singing... Amazing that he is now around the throne singing with every tribe and tongue and nation!!! and he loved to BBQ! And would often treat us to home made ice cream! Enjoy new heavenly delights, now dear friend!!

I have had the pleasure and privilege of knowing Ed and Syble Courtney during the 7 years they were on the mission field in Hungary. At first I knew them in Budapest only as fellow missionaries, friends, worshippers and powerful people of prayer. But I was blessed to get to know them in a deeper way during the three or so years Ed was Pastor of the International Church in Debrecen, Hungary and I was one of his "sheep". I have been a Christian for 32 years and I have been blessed to have had a stellar list of "pastors" in my life but Ed was in gifting my first true pastor. And what a blessing that has been for my life. Ed had a way of seeing the gifts in people and working with them and the Holy Spirit to see those gifts released. He and Syble had open hearts, open homes, generous beyond their ability and actually extravagant lovers of God and others. No one was a stranger to them, no language a barrier for they loved in the universal language of Kingdom - offering e...

Sticky kisses, giant hugs, and enough 'specially colored pictures and ink stamps of trains to wall paper the refrigerator!! I love visiting this family!!! The boys A & V are 4 1/2 yrs old and are in nursery school and their big sister S is 6 1/2 yrs old and in first grade. They are very happy, fun kids and a pleasure to be around - just like their mom and dad!!

I really believe his favorite gadget is his i-phone but this is a close second..... Now we are ready for the infomercials :-) Mr H. Gadget and his marvelous apple machine Lovely peel action there! Peeling, coring and slicing all in one turn of the wheel. Slices thin enough to dry, or eat, or bake! Wouldn't you love one for Christmas? Let me know!

 Roll out the dough and brush melted butter on top  Sprinkle with cocoa and then with sugar Roll Cut Glaze top with egg Bake and eat!!