Sunday May 20th, 2007 - one of the best days of my life. Our church family (First Mennonite Church of Champaign-Urbana) held a special prayer session for myself and Usha (my wife) with anointing and laying of hands. It was very moving to feel all of the love and care from so many friends. It was also a blessing to have my oldest brother and wife for this service. He is pastor of Sunnyside Mennonote Curch in Elkhart, IN. Even though we have not had opportunity to regularly attend FMC while living in India, it is still home and the source of spiritual and emotional strength. This service was a special gift to know how much we are loved when part of God's family. I still have fears and concerns, but need to place all in God's hands and praise Him each and every day for gifts, large and small. Finding peace and strength comes through prayer and faithfulness. It is a great comfort to know there are so many dear friends for help and support during this journey.
BRENT
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Sunday's service was meaningful for us, too, as we gathered around you and Usha in prayer. What we experienced Sunday was church at its best, I think: deep and heartfelt care for one of our own loved community members and at the same time, solidarity and care for our brothers and sisters who in Colombia who are also hurting.
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