Church

August 28, 2011

                I think we have found a church! We visited Crossroads Church in Ferney-Voltaire (where the Belchers went when they lived here). Not only were the people there very friendly, but Eric saw two friends from P&G – one of whom hasn’t moved here yet, but was just visiting the area. Right before the service began, one of Eric’s co-workers came in with his family. They are South African and have three children, two girls who are 12 and 14, and a boy who is 9. We had met them on our house-hunting trip, but they live north of the city, so we didn’t expect to run into them much. Eric had thought that they might be Christians, because Russell, the dad, had sent him a list of English-speaking churches. Seeing even a vaguely familiar face made it feel like home. After the service there was a barbecue, and Johanna and the 14-year-old girl really hit it off. SUCH an answer to prayer; Johanna has been happy, but eager/desperate to make a friend.

                The service was similar to North Cincinnati, though maybe a bit more contemporary and casual. The sermon was excellent, and the people seem very mission-focused and interested in world affairs (which makes sense, since it’s a very international church). The man who did the prayer prayed for Khadafi to be touched by the Holy Spirit – that’s a bold prayer! The minister is from Chicago, and he and his wife are very friendly – the kids liked them, too. They also seem to have a lot of activities for children and teens, which begin next week. I’m very hopeful and thankful!