May, 2008

Dear Mission Team of Supporters and Prayer Warriors,

In recent weeks it has been encouraging to see the Lord answer prayers in our ministry.  We have started Sunday morning services at a new location in a community called The Afon Village. Presently, we have been given the use of the local community center at a very reasonable weekly rate. This is a new building that is real convenient in meeting our needs. Also, in preparation for this area our church team distributed 1000 gospel invitations. Our attendance has been averaging 8 people with 3 first-time visitors. Praise the Lord!

With 8 people on Sunday mornings and about 12 people on Sunday nights we have made the Word a priority in ministry. It is very important to communicate to these believers the Word for their understanding. It has been challenging for us to put aside our Texas and American slang. We have been diligent to learn to use a choice of words that are fitting for the UK. Otherwise, our message would be of none effect. It has been a blessing to have Tom and Patti Wheeler help us improve our communication skills.

Occasionally, we have needs that come up quite suddenly and without warning. These needs have been expensive due to the exchange rate for the weak dollar. But with each need the Lord has been gracious to provide. For example, we are obligated to pay income taxes while living in the UK. Though we do not have the income that demands a lot of tax, we must hire a tax consultant. It is this tax consultant that is very expensive($1200). Nevertheless, the Lord has provided and we have yet to see the ministry hindered by such things. Thank you Lord!

We do thank you so much for the support and praying for us. Your generosity does not go unnoticed.  We appreciate you and are praying for you.

Jack and Ute Hardy