Homeward Bound

Often it is early rising to get to the airport. Someone suggested we just get a bed there! You will see lots of smiles of course, because hearts are turning towards family and friends. There are also feelings of sadness, that come from parting from those who truly have become dearest brothers and sisters. The biggest wrench for me is to see someone go off on their own. I wish I could go with them to keep them company and see them safely home.

The First 2 days !

Sister Lelle and Elders Gaillard and Rodriguez arrive on the 17th August. They visit the Mission office for interviews with President Charles, and just get to look around. A trip to Souvlaki Kiffissia for a taste of Greece. They meet their companions and we visit Mars Hill. You can see them reading about Paul the Apostle from Acts Chapter 17. They are reading in greek and afterwards bear testimony in greek. I can only imagine that Paul our dear example is quite delighted with those who are following in his footsteps.

More memories on Mars Hill

I love seeing these pictures. They take me right back to the moment. I wish I could describe to you the feelings in my heart. I feel so close to my Father in Heaven as we climb Mars Hill. And as the missionaries gather, and as we share our hearts one with another you know that heaven smiles upon you. Please pray for the missionaries every morning and night that they may be led to those who seek further light and knowledge.

Mars Hill Memories

The photographs tell the story far better than words can say.

Till We Meet

God be with you you till we meet again, keep love's banner floating o'er you ; Smite death's threat'ning wave before you. God be with you till we meet again.

Which colour statue should i choose?

As always the highlight is hearing testimonies. If only all the world could sit in on such sacred moments. You can see the Leonidas statue bottom right. The dilemma for all is -"what colour should I have ?"

August departures

Here we are again in the Mission Home for our Leonidas Lunch. As I sat and looked at this band of brothers ,I felt moved to tears at the power and love that I felt amongst them.
This group of missionaries came out 2 years ago. As they flew out of Salt Lake to get to their connecting flight to Athens they were filled with a desire to serve the Lord.

A film came on that was unsuitable, every single one of the 14 missionaries bowed their heads refusing to lift their eyes to the screen. After a while some members on board entreated the staff on their behalf and the film was switched off. God bless faithful missionaries. What a powerful sermon preached by these powerful young men.

Zone Trip to Corinth 10 August, 2009

The city of ancient Corinth grew up on the northern slopes of the hill of Akrokorinthos, which acted as the fortified citadel of the ancient and medieval cities. We hiked, talked, laughed, and of course, ate. We enjoyed each other's company as well as the spectacular views.

Evi comes to Palio Faliro

Visited the Branch in Palio Faliro. It was particularly good to have Evi visit with us. She was called upon to speak and it was wonderful to hear the Greek language used with such passion and eloquency. President Charles and I also spoke first of all in Greek and then in our native tongue, so as to express more fully what was in our hearts. Evi expressed her delight in being able to sing the songs of Zion in Greek

The Branch is on the road to Piraeus and Glyfada. Daniel prepared a delicious lunch as you can see.

Family visit.

What a glorious time. Our darling daughter Becky and her boyfriend Daniel pop in for a visit. We visited Delphi and made it to the top of the Roman ruins. You know what they say about mad dogs and Englishmen (go out in the noon day sun). Well we did, and lived to tell the tale. Daniel holding up his gyro (kebab) as big as his head. He ate and also lives to tell the tale.

Homeward Bound

Saying goodbye at the airport. Our missionaries return home home with honour. God bless them for all their good works.

Mars Hill

Never get tired of going to Mars Hill. It is always the most amazing time. Seeing our dear missionaries in this setting, and hearing words of truth and light never fails to stir the heart.

Leonidas Lunch

Here we are again with the wonderful opportunity to share a meal with our departing missionaries. We have the honour this time to sit down with Elders Hanke, Heller and Carlberg. It is also a spiritual feast as we listen to their beautiful testimonies.