Missionary
links with Romania
Chosen
Foundation~Romania
For
a number of years, Moira Baptist church has
been practically involved in God's work in
Timisoara, Romania.
Chosen Foundation reaches out to the poor,
the homeless and the needy of that great city,
bringing practical care and the message of
the Gospel. A number of church leaders and
members have made several visits there for
"hands on" involvement and ministry.
Since
early in 2000, the church in Moira has taken
an interest in the work of the Gospel in southern
Romania. The summer of 2001 saw two of the elders,
Pastor David and Adrian Patterson spend one
week in Zimnicia with Christian Care Trust.
This
ministry, spearheaded by Tom and Sylvia Cairns
from Mountpottinger Baptist, Belfast, has evolved
over the past number of years. Tom Cairns, Keith
Giles and others have been led to develop a
supportive ministry, particularly among young
people, helping them in their spiritual growth,
especially through Christian camps.
The
work also provides help and support among
pastors.
To
find out more in Moira Baptist contact Adrian
Patterson.
The
Lord has led former Pastor, David McFarland,
to launch a Fund to raise at least £12,000
in 2007 to help a church erect a building
in Turnu Magurele, Romania. They have 50 members
and meet in a rented building that is far
from suitable. The church acquired a plot
of land some years ago and was prepared to
erect a building themselves, but they have
never had the resources. Around £12,000
would enable them to fulfill their dream of
a suitable place to worship and witness.
He
has never before attempted such a thing and
begins with no resources and little strength.
But he is trusting the Lord in this and so
is the church in Romania. They have already
demolished the old buildings and have begun
to erect the new one. It is hoped the walls
and roof can be completed before winter.
