View on Mexico.....Part 2

When we were in Xochimilco we came across these strange dolls at the side of the river. We asked the gondoleer what the significance of the dolls were. He explained to us that they were indwelt by evil spirits and they were to ward off other evil spirits. We have seen many strange sites since we have been in Mexico, but this was quite eerie, and highlighted to us the mixed nature of beliefs that some of the Mexican people have, and our constant need to reach these people for Christ.

English Classes.....

This week Julie & Robin Mackinnon began teaching English in the La Loma church. This is a programme for young children, the first lesson is called "What's your name?"

The first lesson was taken by Robin and I assisted with songs and actions. Next week we change places, so pray for me as my Spanish will be tested!

La Loma.....Celebrations!

On Sunday we celebrated the 9th anniversary of the UNIFAM La Loma church. It was amazing to see so many people in attendance from La Loma and also from other churches. We had a great night of praise and fellowship together with missionaries, pastors and the church of people that are UNIFAM (Families United in Christ.)

We visited La Loma while we were here with the team in 2006, and we have fond memories of the people and the work that we did there. We ask you to pray for the church that they will continue to grow and be a shining light in the area.

Xochimilco.....

Today was another public holiday and we chose to head away for the day with the Mackinnons, Gary and a couple of friends (Yadira, Raymundo and their children) to Xochimilco. (Soh-Chi-Mil-ko)

It was one of the most wonderful places we have visited since we have been here in Mexico. We had great fun and also took about a million pictures. Behind us is our little boat which we hired, as it is like the Venice of Mexico. We had everything from floating shops, floating fast food, and also floating mariachis!!

They also had some of the most amazing flowers and plants on sale, and also a few strange sights, which we'll post about too!

Thank you.....for Pizza!

We wanted to put this thank you post for everyone who continues to support us both financially and in prayer. We were able to use some money we had been gifted to buy pizzas for the young people at the youth night and we know that a lot of you were also praying about this special evening. We want to make you aware and thank you for all you do for the Lord's work in Mexico. You are making a real difference!!

We encourage you to keep checking the blog as there is so much happening that needs prayer at the minute. We plan to start updating more regularly as we have more commitments, with more prayer needs. Thank you for your continued support!

Youth Night......

Saturday was the first of the youth nights in our church at Tultitlan. Normally they have 15 people in attendance so it was really encouraging to see 22 people coming to join us. We had a great evening completely led by the young people in the church. We watched a Christian movie "Facing the Giants" (I'm not plugging it - but if you get a chance to see it it is an amazing movie.)


We then had pizza and I shared my testimony in Spanish (really strange - but praise God my Spanish wasn't that bad!!) We then had an election for a youth committee, which was our purpose for organising this special evening. In working with OMS, our goal in Mexico is to see Mexicans reaching Mexicans for Christ. So having a committee of young people planning this area means that they are being led by God and sharing responsibility. Three young people were elected; Abimelec, Aracely and Joana, and we are excited about meeting with them to support them in planning activities and beginning a discipleship programme with the young people.

The Next Few Days.....

This is Craig and Christine (Jonny's Brother & his Wife) at their wedding nearly 2 years ago!! In the next few days they are going to have a baby, and we havn't blogged about it before as it has seemed far away - until I came to the realisation that Julie & I will be an Aunt and Uncle in the next while. I think it is the idea of becoming official "older people" that we can't get our heads around. When I was young aunts and uncles seemed so much older than you and although they always seemed cooler than your mum and dad. So pray for Craig and Christine as they bring up their child, and pray for us that we can be a Christ-like example to them all.

We'll keep you updated in the days (or weeks maybe, as Julie informs me babies come out when they're ready!) and maybe even post a wee picture of our niece or nephew!