Baptism April 25th, 2010

We had the joy and privilege of witnessing the second baptism from Sompovloun. Pastor Sophan decided to have the baptism at a large pond near Kilometer 9 Village as it was a location that everyone could relax and enjoy after the baptism. Everyone rode out on motorcycles or a side cart. There were 25 people baptized last Sunday and I have posted photos of some people you have gotten to know over the past three years.

Part of the group waiting for the baptism.


This is Meng's mom. She has come to know the Lord, and has also experienced healing from serious kidney disease.



"Granny"





Sok - one of our sewing ladies


Vung - an HIV patient that shares his faith at the hospital.



Sokheun - another one of the sewing ladies.





Naan - the mother of baby Pheaq (that some of you helped support).





Relaxing after the baptism. Many of the youth and children swam and played in the water, and we enjoyed sodas and fruit together under the shade of this tree. It was a marvelous day. And as we reflected to three years ago when there were no believers in this area, we couldn't help but praise and thank God for the way He has worked and moved in the lives of these people. Thank you for your part in sharing in this event!


Blessings,
Gayle

April 2010

I would like to add an update on Sophan's Mom. She continues to decline in health, and apart from God's intervention, isn't likely to last much longer. Please pray for Pastor Sophan and his family as they care for her. Please also pray that God will reach down and touch her in a special way as she prepares for heaven. The photo below is a little hut that Sophan built for his mom behind the ministry center. This allows her to be closer to everything happening at the center and closer access for her care.





We are also planning the second baptism in Sompovloun at the end of April. Please pray for these new believers as they step forward in faith for baptism. Please pray for safety from the enemy, and that this will be a testimony to the community of our wonderful God.
Next month I hope to have photos of the baptism for you.

Blessings,
Gayle