| Hammons Happenings - Winter 2008 |
Hammons Happenings - Winter 2008Dear Praying Friends: The Lord has wonderful ministry opportunities ahead in store for MTM - Fort Bragg/Pope AFB for 2008! 2 Tim 4:5 says "watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry". Our desire is to strive for excellence in service to our Lord throughout the year! Please pray for us! Departures 2007 *Cassi & Adam left a huge void in our lives when the Lord transferred them to Germany. They welcomed their firstborn, Joshua, in December. Continue to pray for their spiritual growth. * Brandon & Alycia were happily reunited after a 15 month deployment. They moved to Florida right after Christmas and we miss them dearly! Please pray that they will find a solid church and grow in their faith. Soldiers/Airmen on our Radar * Chris and Joshua have returned from Iraq and are going through one-on-one discipleship materials with Earl. * New Couples: Derek & Kassi and Jesse & Aimee: Derek is in the Air Force and Jesse is just home from Iraq to join his newlywed bride. Pray that we will be an encouragement to them. Current Ministries * Saturday Night Home Bible Study: After a study through Matthew, we are now in a series entitled "In the Dust of the Rabbi". We started the year with a new emphasis on discipleship, Scripture memorization and a missions spotlight! * Crossroads Coffeehouse - There has been noticeable increase in attendance and therefore more opportunities to witness and counsel individuals who have served in Afghanistan or Iraq. Pray for Rudy, who is struggling physically (wounds) and spiritually after his return from Iraq. * The Excellent Wife Bible Study - Linda finished Martha Peace's material with Alycia and Shannon in December. They both profited from the study...pray for lifelong fruit in all three lives and homes! * Ladies Bible Study - Linda is presently assisting a class on "Spiritual Readiness Groups" on Biblical helps for deployments. A handful of these gals will attend a Spring Ladies Retreat with her! Recent Events * Fall Focus - Linda was privileged to participate in a military wives' convention in Nashville as a workshop speaker and spoke on "Biblical Hospitality". Tamra, Linda's "mutual mentor" friend, also went! * NANC Christian Counseling Seminars - We completed three counseling seminars. We often utilize what we have learned to help these precious military folks. One of the very helpful sessions focused on using the attributes of God in counseling. Personal News * Missions Class - The following question is now embedded deep in our hearts: "What did I do today for the cause of World Missions?" The answer can be as simple as a specific prayer or financial giving or reading missionary biographies or sharing Christ at home! * Earl's mother, Peggy, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord on December 15th. We are so thankful for the Lord's comfort and all the wonderful, treasured memories. She received Christ as Savior 3 years ago when her pastor was burdened to visit her after a prolonged illness. When the Lord burdens our heart to witness to someone we never know the ramification of obedience to His leading! Points for Prayer * Future Military Christian Center - The site has been cleared. Submitting site plans and other paperwork to the city for approval is underway!! * Our church, Cornerstone Baptist, has a new pastor, Gregory Odiorne, a former Army chaplain. Pray for him as he leads our congregation! * Deployed: Allison, Shea, Christ, Kelly, Gary, Dave. Grateful for you, Earl Spencer & Linda HammonsEph 6:18-20
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