April Update

Well, it's already April and the blossom is full bloom (looks LOVELY!) and the pollen is smothering our cars, windows and anything that doesn't move! (not so lovely!) We have actually had a LOT of rain the past few weeks, so much so that Jordan has not yet been able to play a match!!!! (I know - 'soccer' really isn't English football - we don't play here if it's too hot/too cold or raining!!!) He is not a happy bunny!

We are nearing Rhiana's surgery date of 6th April and would ask you to continue to keep us in your prayers. Rhiana has experienced an overwhelming sense of peace and calm - she is amazing! God has been SO good in 'guarding our hearts and minds' these past few weeks and days - there are times we get anxious and fear creeps in (which we would appreciate your prayers for!) but generally we are able to give testimony to God's AMAZING provision at this time. Rhiana has had countless medical tests/exams etc, leading up to Monday's surgery. Her pulmonologist has advised us that currently Rhiana only has 61% lung capacity (due to the curve pressing on one lung). We are praying that after surgery this increases and she is able to resume more normal activities. We will know more in June when she is re-tested. We are about to turn our main 'living area' into Rhiana's new living accommodation for the next few weeks, since she will be unable to climb stairs straight away. For those that don't know, Debbie Osborn is flying out here after we come out of hospital to help us look after Rhiana. We are really looking forward to seeing her!

Things here are still very busy both at REVIVE and JUBILEE! The store is still exceeding our expectations in every way possible! We are continually amazed at God's provision and faithfulness. He promised, from the outset that He 'take care of the bottom line' if we continued to keep our eyes on Him and just be faithful in serving in what He has called us to do at the store. This week Trev has been installing a computerized Language Programme in the store, for the use of both staff and customers. We are really hoping to reach more of our Hyspanic community and by employing 4 Hyspanic staff and now, having Spanish / English courses available to learn in the coffee shop, we are hoping to bridge this gap. God has blessed us with such an AMAZING staff, 4 of whom, have started attending ALPHA at REVIVE on a Wednesday evening - we are so excited!!!

We are also very involved with two families right now who are in need of help and would appreciate your prayers in wisdom in how to best serve them. Both have been attending church for a few weeks and need a lot of love and support. We are so grateful that God has brought them to us and are praying that they really sense God's heart and provision in their time of need, through us, His family!

Well, that's a brief summary. I will post again as soon as I have an update on Rhiana!