Aussie Kids

During our time in Central Queensland we met with some terrific indigenous children.  The church there (Christian Covenant Community - known as 3Ci) busses in local children each Sunday afternoon.   They enjoy some food and a great program.  We  enjoyed being with these kids who responded so well to music, fun and God's word.  Funnily enough, although we have been to many nations, this is only the second time we have worked with aboriginal children in Australia.  Next January we hope to do more in this field, working with children in the Kimberleys, Western Australia.   

Many hands make a new house!

CityLife Community Care (formerly Knox CC) turned out in force to give my aging home a makeover. More than 60 volunteers began arriving from about 8.00 a.m. last Saturday. They were placed in teams: painting, gardening and carpentry. Having prayed for rain for the last several years, it was impossible to ask the Lord to stop it...but it did hold off until around 1 and even then showers were light. What tremendous servant's hearts these people have - I was so overwhelmed by the care shown to me. Verandas, windows and doors painted, gardens weeded and edged, trees pruned, deck steps totally replaced. And as a special bonus, my own bedroom and ensuite freshly painted! Not only did they work through to 4, but a smaller team offered to come again next week and finish off! THANKS is such a little word for all I feel inside - but THANKS to all who came to bless me - you certainly did, and I am praying that in turn you will be doubly blessed.

Picture: the old green going and the new cream appearing!