"Il
est ressucité! Il est vraiment ressucité! "He is risen! He is risen indeed!"
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| Post service soiree |
We greeted one another in French and in English this glorious morning. The church was filled to capacity. We numbered 53. The service was worshipful. The message was clear, "Jesus is risen!"
Twenty-two years ago Grace Church helped renovate the building for the church. Duane Steiner and several others worked very hard to make the adjustments for the budding church.
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| Samuel, Pastor Daron, Cecelie, Dominique |
Duane Steiner stayed with a family from the church. We got to meet them. They recall his work of service. Their son, Samuel, happened to be back in town for the church service too. Together we shared fond memories of how far God has brought the church in Montceau-les-Mines. "Our labor in never in vain!"
Today, the church has filled the space with believers and seekers. Many fully devoted followers of Christ are growing in the Montceau-les-Mines Church.
After church, we took a hike. A walk is a Burgundy region custom. We traversed to two old churches--one from the eleventh century, the other from the twelfth century. Both were relics of a church dormant and cold on the mountains. Yet, in the city of Montceau-les-Mines, a growing church shines.
On our walk, we took time for coffee, cafe-au-lait, and hot chocolate in a small shop in the old town of Mount St. Vincent. Time slows down on a Sunday afternoon in France. No rush. No fuss. Just time to talk, to laugh, to reflect. Time to build relationships.
We praise God for the people who served over the many years in France. God has used the Hoberts over 32 years. Then, the Henchoz have started their work in the last decade. Grace Church is grateful for missionary partners who develop fully devoted followers for Christ.
Tomorrow we join in an Easter outreach. In St. Albain, the people celebrate Easter Monday (the day after Easter) where the Chateau hosts an egg hunt and fun activities for children and families. Pastor Daron will share about Navajos as one of the stations. Please pray for sunny, dry weather. Thanks.
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