Hello Everyone! Well, I hope this newsletter finds you all well and experiencing the grace of God. September was definitely a month of settling in and my role being more defined for the time being.
The students for Mallorca Bible School arrived on the first of the month and we had a great orientation. Everyone on the staff has commented that this semester's students are a really neat group. Everyone seems so far to want to be here and are eager to learn. I would have to agree. I also started teaching the Missions class this month and have enjoyed the privilege of doing so. My passion is to inspire and encourage the students to develop a Biblical worldview and see beyond their own countries. Youth group is also going good as I am developing relationships with the kids.
I also had success with registering for Spanish courses this month in Magaluf. I have had 3 classes so far and my professor is a really neat guy. He seems to be open to what I am about and said it was important to teach the Bible. However, he is an atheist who believes in the devil and that there is a good and bad energy. Please pray for him, his name is Luis.
I also met a man from Argentina who works at one of the bars near the church. He pulled me aside to inquire of the church and what "religion" I was. He said everyone always asks about it and he doesn't know what to tell them. I have spoken with him twice and at the end of our second conversation he gave me his phone number and e-mail. Please pray for him, his name is Carlos Bernardez.
On October 18th I will also be starting to teach a mid-week Bible study in Palma (capital). I am so excited about this opportunity as both Luis and Carlos happen to live in Palma. I will also be going to Rome with the students for the semester trip sharing at a view sites. I will also be teaching on a Sunday morning at the church for Pastor Rafael as he will be out of the country. These are all my prayer requests as these ministry opportunities develop.
A routine and schedule has definitely been developed for now, from church cleaning to youth group. I am honored to serve God here in Mallorca! Until next time enjoy Jesus and the life He gives! Miss and love you all!
By His Grace,
Eric
Saturday, October 6, 2007
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Arrived
Hello Everyone!
Well, I arrived safely here in Mallorca, Spain. The church family here is really friendly and welcoming. Talk about all nations! Where I am at here on the island, there are many English, Scottish, Irish, and Germans. This island is the tourist destination for most of Europe.
It has been 3 weeks tomorrow since I landed and already it has been busy. A lot of practical things I have had to accomplish so far such as: moving around 3 times, grocery shopping, paying rent, going to the town hall to register as a resident which is called "Empadronamiento." I also went to Palma (capital) to obtain my N.I.E. number.
I am also establishing new relationships with the staff, students, and congregation. I share a flat with 2 roommates. Trevor Woolf (21) from CA and Paul drain (27) of Scotland. God takes cares of us in even the smallest things of life. Paul happens to be a chef, talk about hooking it up with dinner! They are both really neat brothers and we get along really well. The staff is really young and started all at the same time last year after graduating themselves from the Bible College.
My role is still being defined yet there have been some responsibilities assigned to me. I have been helping out with many of the practical aspects of the ministry such as: cleaning, getting flats ready, moving bunk beds, etc. I will also be teaching the missions class here at the Bible college for the fall semester. I will also be helping with the youth group which meets on Friday night. Pastor Rafael wants to also accommodate my desire to learn Spanish. I am currently registering for free Spanish courses. If this doesn't work out, I will taking private lessons from a Spanish lady recommended to me at the Town Hall.
Well, I will be updating this blog once a month to keep you all well informed. There has been other cool things that have happened so far, yet I want to keep these blogs not only informative, but concise. In the future updates I will try to provide some photos as well. If you want to take a look, go to google images and type in Santa Ponsa (city) OR Calvia (municipality) I live in. Thank all of you for the prayers and support! I love and miss you all!
By His Grace,
Eric
Well, I arrived safely here in Mallorca, Spain. The church family here is really friendly and welcoming. Talk about all nations! Where I am at here on the island, there are many English, Scottish, Irish, and Germans. This island is the tourist destination for most of Europe.
It has been 3 weeks tomorrow since I landed and already it has been busy. A lot of practical things I have had to accomplish so far such as: moving around 3 times, grocery shopping, paying rent, going to the town hall to register as a resident which is called "Empadronamiento." I also went to Palma (capital) to obtain my N.I.E. number.
I am also establishing new relationships with the staff, students, and congregation. I share a flat with 2 roommates. Trevor Woolf (21) from CA and Paul drain (27) of Scotland. God takes cares of us in even the smallest things of life. Paul happens to be a chef, talk about hooking it up with dinner! They are both really neat brothers and we get along really well. The staff is really young and started all at the same time last year after graduating themselves from the Bible College.
My role is still being defined yet there have been some responsibilities assigned to me. I have been helping out with many of the practical aspects of the ministry such as: cleaning, getting flats ready, moving bunk beds, etc. I will also be teaching the missions class here at the Bible college for the fall semester. I will also be helping with the youth group which meets on Friday night. Pastor Rafael wants to also accommodate my desire to learn Spanish. I am currently registering for free Spanish courses. If this doesn't work out, I will taking private lessons from a Spanish lady recommended to me at the Town Hall.
Well, I will be updating this blog once a month to keep you all well informed. There has been other cool things that have happened so far, yet I want to keep these blogs not only informative, but concise. In the future updates I will try to provide some photos as well. If you want to take a look, go to google images and type in Santa Ponsa (city) OR Calvia (municipality) I live in. Thank all of you for the prayers and support! I love and miss you all!
By His Grace,
Eric
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