Helsinki Congress 2005!

This past weekend was The Salvation Army's Congress in Helsinki, lead by the General of The Salvation Army. 28 attended from the Kopli Corps (church). For many of them it was their first exposure to the larger Army. We thank God for all He did in our midst. We sense His moving, that we are on the brink of a great move of God. We see how so many Finnish salvationists believe in the power of prayer! That even in the lean days they were faithful in prayer! We are beginning to see God, in His perfect timing, honor their faithfulness and tenacity. On Sunday morning something like the first four rows of seating had to be used for the expansion of the altar...the place of prayer! Yes, Lord, we believe, help thou our unbelief! Enjoy the pictures of our fellowship together.

There were baloons everywhere on the Sunday afternoon of the Congress. 

Some of the Estonian delegation on our way back from Helsinki. 

Susan and Reio sing "Friends are Friends Forever" at the Karajoke! 

Carolina, Meaghan and Sarah listening and enjoying at the Karajoke onboard the ship. 

Our Emma enjoying the view of the Gulf of Finland from the boat! 

Everyplace has some way in which God shows His Glory in a wonderful way...here in Estonia the sunsets are second to none. This is also taken from the boat on the way back from Congress. 

On the way back from Congress on the Boat...A wonderful sunset...following a wonderful journey with Gods people! 

Taken from our apartment window.....a beautiful reminder!! 

The Indians are only half a game out!!

This is a difficult time to be an Indians fan...and to be living 5000 miles away! On the one hand...last year the Red Sox curse was broken...that only leaves the Cubs and the Indians...and these things come in "threes". But, do I really want the Tribe to win it all when I am not there?? Would they win it all BECAUSE I am not there?? Have I been the cause of all their demise?? On the other hand...I want them to win it ONCE in my lifetime.....so I can't be too pickey about WHEN. So, yes, I will take this year....I will be up in the middle of the night watching them live....and their will be a shout in October here that has never been heard before!! Then of course...there is the possibility of a Phillies and Indians World Series...who will cheer for? I have loyalty towards both...well, sorry Uncle Dan...I would have to say "Indians"! Despite all those great memories from Veterans Stadium, I have to say "Go Tribe". If some of you reading this have no idea what I am talking about...ask me...I will spend an hour talking to you about Gods Team!!

God is Blessing...indeed...pray for the Congress

This weekend almost 30 people from our Church will be travelling to Helsinki for the Annual Congress. This is a yearly celebration that brings all of the Salvation Army churches in Finland and Estonia together for a weekend of instruction and inspiration. The General (International Leader) of The Salvation Army will be our guest. For many in our group, this will be their first exposure to the larger church known as "The Salavtion Army"....So many have been faithfully attending our local church for weeks and months, but this is the first time they will see the "bigger picture" of the Ministry and Mission of our Church. Be in prayer for this weekend, and we will get some picture posted after the weekend!