Serving Linz

For the 3 weeks here in Linz, Austria we call the OM Austria office building home. So far we have taken part and organised a prayer & strategy day. Cooking for 26 people was a challenge, but the stuffed peppers (or capsicums for you Australian readers) seemed to be a hit. 

Last night (Friday) we went out to the streets to evangelise with OAC (Open Air Campaigners). It was a great priveledge to hand out tracts, have deep and meaningful conversations and do some sketch boarding as a means of sharing the gospel. 

A Wonderful Weekend

We had the privilege of seeing the Meier family for the second time. Serving with them in Bulgaria was just wonderful and now to be a part of their congregation in Austria was a true honour. The first day we were there Daniel, the father of the Meier's, took us up to a glacier as he remembered that Coxy had never seen snow before. 

Whilst with them we challenged and encouraged some children and youth. We also lead the church service at the Meier's Church -through singing, preaching, dramas and leading Sunday School. Afterwards, we enjoyed lunch with some of our Austrian brothers and sisters....mmmmm Schnitzel.

A thick, girly and Italian Hot Chocolate

Italy was just wonderful. We managed to relax, reflect and recoup energy in the space of the 5 days we were there. One of the afternoons, Jill (a superbly talented musician and Omer) took us all out for a thick, girly and Italian hot chocolate. It was a great time of laughter, conversation and godly encouragement to one another. 

Meeting our Fellow Transiters

Leaving Croatia was hard, but four days in the Italian Alps was definitely something to look forward to. With no access to a GPS or maps it was really by God's grace that we arrived 1am Sunday morning. It was lovely to see the beaming faces of our fellow transiters here in Italy.  Hearing their stories of our amazing God has been a great encouragement. Italy has enabled us to catch a breath before we leave for Austria on Friday - cannot wait!!!

Still in Croatia & Still loving it!!

Our return to Split was not alone, welcoming another 17 people into our Croatian home was a beautiful challenge and has enabled many wonderful conversations with our Austrian and German brothers and sisters. Every morning of prayer, devotion and song has really prepared us for the evangelistic outreaches during the day.

First off, we handed out flyers on the streets about as a part of an outreach with Pastor Uwe's Church.

Another aspect of the outreach was busking with a twist. Please come and listen to us singing to our Lord, but instead of paying us, we want to give you free literature.  The Holy Spirit really moved,enabling good conversations with the locals as well as several people taking the Christian literature and Bibles.

In this time, we had an awaited visit from James (our leader at OM office). The above photo shows Meg, Coxy and some others evangelising in Split as they wait for James' plane to arrive. No time was waisted whilst waiting, as they shared Christian literature, songs and more importantly, God's love, 

Go4Jesus

 We had an amazing time at the Go 4 Jesus conference in Cakovec. After preparing the farm for the arrival of 70+ young (18 - 25) and passionate German and Austrian brothers and sisters, we preceded to serve along side them and acted as a flame in keeping spirits high. The Lord gave us fruitful conversations that challenged them and us. The conference prepared all of the teams for outreaches in the Balkans.

During the conference, our team visited a local school and presented skits, shared testimonies and challenged students with questions about Jesus Christ. Whilst most students were unresponsive, it was evident that the topics we touched on stirred their hearts. Some students even took photos with us after class.

Reach out to the Balkans.

The conference in Croatia was amazing! In praying for and preparing to go the Balkans, we fellowshipped with people around the world - well no really it was just Austrians and Germans (with a couple of Romanians). These days were filled with powerful prayer, lessons on evangelism and perhaps most importantly getting to know our brothers and sisters in Christ. We have now returned back to Split, Croatia with 17 other people to share the good news, the BEST news :)