“Home, Home On The Range”

Dear Friends,

    Greetings from Elkhart, Indiana! While Elkhart is not exactly “The Range”, we are at home here for these two months.  It has been good to be able to “roam” with friends and family. Please find our speaking schedule below and a few prayer items. 

July 4th - Pine Ridge Bible Church - Goshen, Indiana
July 11th - 13th - Perry Hall Baptist Church - Perry Hall, Maryland
     PM service - Presentation
     12th and 13th - VBS
July 14th - Bancroft Church of God Mission - Bancroft, WV
     Wednesday PM service
July 18th - McCoy Memorial Baptist Church - Elkhart, Indiana
     AM  Introduction
     PM  Presentation
July 25th - People's Bible Church - Goshen, Indiana
     AM  Presentation
July 25th - July 29th - SEND Family Conference - Holland, Michigan
August  1st - Sugar Grove - Goshen, Indiana
     AM  Sunday School
August  1st - Merriam Christian Chapel - Albion, Indiana
     PM  Service
August 4th - Faith Community Church - Osceola, Indiana
     Wednesday PM Service
August 18th - Northside Baptist Church - Elkhart, Indiana
     Wednesday PM Service
August 22nd - Burr Oak Baptist Church - Albion, Indiana
     AM  Service
August 22nd - 1st Baptist Church of Goshen - Goshen, Indiana
     PM  Service
August 25th  Departure for Poland
Prayer Items:

1.  Prayer for opportunities to be an encouragement to many in the midst of travel and speaking
     engagements.
2.  Support needs - $700.00 monthly needed. If interested please use the contact information  
     below.
3.  Prayer for the Lubin Church Plant - As some prepare to go to Ukraine on a Missions trip -
     Pray that  God would be honored in all they do and say.  May many of those they work with
     understand their need for Him and give their lives fully to Him.

Projects - One-time gifts

1.  On-Field vehicle need (one time gifts) - $16,000.
2.  Lubin sound equipment project Fund - There is a project fund set up at SEND International
     for the purchase of sound equipment for the Lubin Church Plant. The project is for $5,000.    
     If interested please contact us and we can give you a breakdown of the project.

Blessings,  Paul, Carlene, Andrew, Aaron and Alaina
Email: pauleager@ymail.com / Cell phone #: 574.343.4665

Adjust or Bust

Good Morning from Elkhart, Indiana!


This past Wednesday we made the journey across the ocean with one suitcase and a carry on each (it was kind of nice not having a lot of luggage) and are now slowly adjusting back into US culture. When we sent out our last correspondence some may have tried to reply. The only problem … the email was most likely returned to you. The last time I sent out balk email my server effectively shut me down (It is good to know they are not sleeping). However because of this I have changed our primary email address to the following: pauleager@ymail.com. Thank you so much for your patience.

Prayer Points:

1. Wisdom in scheduling – setting up meetings in churches, visiting Pastors and spending time with friends and family.

2. Please pray that God would give us awesome ministry opportunities while in the US.

3. Financial – Financially we are lacking $700.00 in monthly contributions (We have a scheduled return of August 25th).

4. Please pray for the Lubin church that God would continually touch hearts, give people a growing passion for Him and an increasing passion to serve others.

Thank you for praying!

Paul and Carlene
Andrew, Aaron and Alaina

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Ready Or Not - Here We Come

Dear Friends,
In exactly a week from today we will be arriving in Elkhart, Indiana for a short home service of two and a half months.

In reflecting over the past two years we are in awe of how God has worked among the people of Lubin ... and more specifically with all of us in the Lubin Church Plant. We have seen growth, ownership, a deepening relationship with God as well as with others, openness, a growing love for His Word and unity, sorrow, anger, pride, jealousy, frustration, peace and restoration.

As we return to Poland, Lord willing, we cannot wait to see what God is going to do in the next couple of years. We pray that in some sense you also can feel the incredible work of God and can get excited about the future.

Praise Points:

1. A family has offered their vehicle for us to use.

2. Place to stay at McCoy Memorial Baptist’s Missionary

house.

3. God has worked out many plans for us.

Prayer:

1. Safety in travel.

2. Home service planning - We will be scheduling visits.

3. Support team raising (an additional $700.00 / mo needs to

be pledged.

4. Some project funds (Used car - $13,000, Speaker system

for the church - $5000,00).

Blessings, Paul, Carlene, Andrew, Aaron and Alaina

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Vonage Phone number: 574-830-1260

"Growing Up"

“Growing up”

Whether we're in “formal” school or not, we are definitely learning constantly. We are in the “school of life” and for that I can truly say I'm thankful because it causes growth and humbleness in our lives.

Where does the time go? When I began writing this letter, Andrew was sitting taking an English written exam. The next day, he took an oral English exam. The other day, he took a comprehensive 6th grade exam. These tests are all a part of leaving elementary school and beginning the journey towards choosing a junior high school for next year. There are entrance tests to the various junior high schools, depending on the one(s) they are trying to get into. He's looking forward to this next part of his life.

Aaron doesn’t have any “major” tests this month but is plugging away in his school work. This year has been a good year for him in many ways as he’s showing he is “growing up” mentally, emotionally and spiritually. (Physically too! I guess you could say that about all of them.)

Alaina has just had some testing done also not too long ago. She's doing alright in school but her grades were dropping some. We decided to get some testing to see if it's “just a hard stage in school concepts” or something more. Well, she's just fine with her ability to learn, just needs to keep persevering (sounds like me too!) She's enjoying learning many new things.

And Paul and I, well…about the time we think we've learned something, we realize how much more we need to learn! I'm embarrassed to say that I don't always handle cultural differences the way I should. I know the differences in my knowledge, but sometimes in my mind and heart…well, enough said! People here are very free to give their opinions and advice, even if they don't know you. I was in line at the grocery store packing up my groceries, and the lady behind me “offered” her opinion about what I was doing. I didn't take too kindly to it and she and the cashier were aware of that. I finished up and as I was driving home, I knew I needed to apologize at least to the cashier. I probably won't ever see the lady behind me, but I'm often at that store so will see the cashier often. I turned the car around and apologized for my response. She was fine and all is well. But, this is one of many instances where I know God is working on my heart, my deep down thoughts, desires and attitudes. I want to be like Him to live as He wants me too. I'm just so thankful He loves us enough to give His mercy out freely and continue molding us to have His thoughts and ways. We are all “growing up”…constantly…and always will be. How hard that is, how humbling, but oh, how wonderful.

Our church is “growing up” too. Yes, in number (we've had some visitors lately and some contacts have come!) but also as a body. We have individually been growing in our walks with Christ, but we all feel like a family and a body and are growing together in our walks with the Lord. After the service, we are often at the church a good hour or two or more fellowshipping with one another. We have different opinions about some matters, but as God's timing allows, we are opening up with each other and talking about these things and trying to get answers from God's Word. It's an exciting time we're in as we “grow up” together.

And as a result of recent events with Poland's President, wife and many government and church dignitaries, people here are in a state of shock and sadness. We are praying for God to show us all how He wants to use this in our lives and in the Poles' lives. We are praying for growth in all our lives and opportunities to share God's love. Please pray!

With that and the volcano that erupted in Iceland, things have been a bit awry as far as schedules changing. Things seem to be calming down now and new dates put on the calendar.

Here are some praise and prayer requests:

1.Church building for another year with a minimal raise in rent: Several in our church council met with our Landlord and were able to come to an agreement regarding rent. Although there is a raise in rent for the following year, it is minimal compared to other buildings around us and we have another year to be where we are.

2. 4th Annual Gospel Workshop: The workshop, originally planned for April 17 and 18 , was changed to May 15, 16th because of Poland’s week-long mourning. It is a workshop where we invite a singer(s) from England and Kraków to sing and teach gospel style music. People sign up to learn the songs and sing in a charity concert Sunday evening. It’s a huge outreach and we’re praying that especially in light of recent events that God would pour out His Spirit and work mightily to bring people to Himself and bring hope and peace to all who take part in the workshop and the concert. Pray that all the musicians will be able to come on these new dates.

3. Home Service plans: Yes, we will be in the States for two months this summer! Actually, we will be arriving the middle of June to first attend our niece’s wedding  and then we hope to be able to visit with many of you. We’re praying for someone here to watch our house and dog while we’re there. There are many other details to work out regarding English classes, church and schooling for the kids. We’re thankful we have a place to live at one of McCoy Memorial Baptist Church’s missionary homes. Please pray for all the details to fall into place.

4. NCE Conference: Our annual field conference is earlier this year. With so many going on home service now during the summer, we needed to have a different time to meet. Our conference will be June 2-6. There is a holiday in Poland during that time so it’s a long weekend. Susan Killmon and Carlene are the organizers this year. Pray for all the details to come together, for the worship and children’s team (coming from a church in California), and for God to use this time for spiritual renewal (the theme is “Renewing Your Passion for Ministry”), and physical and mental refreshment.

5. King’s Study: We continue to meet every Friday evening for a Bible study held in English. Our teammate, Pat Weathersbee, continues to lead the discussions. We have been studying the names of God. Pray that the Holy Spirit would work through His Word and people would continue to come during this busy spring season.

"Thankfulness in His choosing"

     Do you know what I can't stop thinking about?! That way back before the world was ever created the “Council of the Trinity” was having a great time talking about our lives! I mean, They knew what our lives would look like. They knew what we would or wouldn't do. They chose us. They were already delighting in us way back even before we were born! The wanted us. We are their beloved! We can't change these facts whether we want to or not. And nothing can change this by what I do or don't do! Delight and pure love regardless. I stand before Him in utter humbleness and gratitude.
     These truths recently became fresh and renewed my soul at a women's retreat this past September and I can't stop thinking about it. But then I also think, how would I live differently if I truly understood the extent of these truths? For example,

- Would I fear leading Sunday School or something else in Polish?

- Would I care what others thought of me from day to day?

- How would I relate differently to my family members?, etc. …

     Of course, Satan tries to shoot those fiery darts, and I have to remember that His choosing is always the best and in His choosing, I can be thankful.

Here are a few more items of thankfulness:

 Yesterday was Poland’s Independence Day. They are thankful to once again becoming an independent statehood in 1918 after 123 years of bieng “wiped off the map”. Poland had been partitioned to Austria-Hungary, Germany and Russia. Nov. 11 commemorates Poland’s return to a free country.

 We are thankful that God chose us to serve Him in Poland at this time and place.

 God has chosen the people we are working with now and in the future those inside and outside the church plant.

 God has chosen who is on the team Our broader support team as well as the local Lubin Regional Impact Team.

 For a church plant that has a growing passion for our Savior and a passion to serve Him with every aspect of their lives. It's been a lot of fun because we've gotten to know each other a lot better. We all usually stay after the service and talk for at least an hour or more! We have good discussions and fellowship after the service.

 Thankfulness for answered prayer! Several different Bible studies and prayer times have been started this Fall!

     May God give you a wonderful Thanksgiving. And, may you bask in His love this Christmas season!

With extreme thankfulness for YOU,

Paul, Carlene
Andrew, Aaron and Alaina

November / December Prayer Update

November

Praise the Lord that Pat Weathersbee and Jerry Skifstad have arrived back for home service!! Please continue to pray for the Thomas family as they have a bit more support to raise before coming to Lubin. Pray that they'll be able to come soon.

25th-26th - We will be having our English classes Thanksgiving parties. We have done this every year and for some students it's their 3rd or 4th time and for others, it's their 1st Thanksgiving party at the "Logos" Language Center. Parents are invitedto come as the children ages pre-school through first year junior high put on a program. We will be having four separate parties due to our limited space and the amount of students we have enrolled this year. For the adults, there is a real turkey dinner. Please pray for the Holy Spirit to move in the hearts of the students and parents. Pray for good conversations and the Lord to use this event to bring people to Him.

29th - We'll be visiting a church plant in Opole, two hours from Lubin. This is a church where fellow SEND missionaries are serving. Paul will be speaking about the Lord's working throughout his parent's ministry in Indonesia. It's a reflection of our time spent there this past summer. Pray for the Lord to use this messge to encourage, strengthen and challenge the believers in this church.

December

We don't have an exact date yet but around the 16th or 17th - We will have our annual Christmas party for our English classes. Agian, please pray that the Lord would use this event to bring students closer ot Christ and understand how they can have a personal relationship with Him.

18th - We will be hosting a Christmas concert outreach where we will invite our friends to listen to those singing and playing various instruments. We will sing carols together and share the message of Christ. Pray for all who are invited to come and for the Lord to work in a mighty way during this celebration evening.

Weekly

Tuesday mornings - Men meet for an early morning prayer time before work. Pray for the Holy Spirit to speak to ech man through conversation with Him.

Wednesday mornings - Women meet for Bible study at 8.15 (before work) for about an hour. The ladies have been looking at women in the Bible. Please pray that the ladies would grow deeper in their walks with the Lord.

Friday evenings - The King's Bible Study, a Bible study held in English, continues to meet every Friday. It as been a joy and very encouraging to see the desire to learn more about God. It's not only an opportunity to learn some more English, but it's mainly to discuss truths from God's Word. There have been good discussions. Pray tht God's Word would speak to each heart every Friday evening during the studies.

Monday - Thursday - English classes are held each of these afternoons. We're so glad for the contacts and friendships we've been able to have through this means of outreach. It's definitely English learning ut we talk about spiritual things whenever we have the opportunity. It's been a lot of fun. Please continue to pray for spiritual fruit!

Eager May 2009 Prayer Update

Prayer Update

1. April 18th – 19th, we had the third annual Gospel Workshop where people learn songs through teachers (from England and Cracow) and give a concert Sunday evening. We really prayed that the Spirit would move and touch people's hearts. We believe He did and our prayer request now is that the Lord to continue working as we think of follow-up and for the salvation of several of the musicians who played in the band that are not saved. Pray for their salvation.

2. We still have a little more than a month of our English classes at the Coffee House. Spring fever has hit and many of the students would rather be outside than in the classroom! Pray as we finish the year (until June 10), that we would be faithful to prepare lessons and have good opportunities to talk about the Lord. Pray for spiritual fruit.

3. The King's Bible Study - (Our Great King’s Word is greater than the “Queen’s English” which by the way British English is taught here.J) This study is done Friday evenings in English geared for our English students. This is what we have prayed and longed for. We have been studying the parables and prayer. Our English students haven't come necessarily but others have been faithful and excited to come. There are contacts through English students and church people. Pray again for Spiritual fruit.

4. Our kids have school trips coming up. Andrew goes with his class from May 20-22 and Aaron goes with his class May 25-June 5. Pray for safety and fun and for them to be good witnesses.

5. Our church is doing well although it's still very small and it's still like a desert out there as far as Poles understanding their need for a personal Savior. People in church are growing in their walk and we have wonderful fellowship times. Please pray for a pastor in the right time. It's exciting because an elder/council group was just voted in. Pray for growth and Poles to come to Him. Pray for our contacts and friends to understand their need for Christ.

6. Pray for Jerry Skifstad (SEND Missionary) and Bruce and Linda Thomas (World Venture) as they raise support. They would all love to be here by the end of the summer. Jerry will be working with the youth and the Thomas’ will be teaching in the Language Center. We are looking forward to them joining us.

This field (Lubin is in the background) our children are sitting in will be physically harvested in several months – Please continue to pray for a great SPIRITUAL harvest in Poland!