Holland News

Robert Baxter and myself in Cornerstone new building.

Our sister church In Dublin, Cornerstone Christian Fellowship, recently completed work on their new building, and a had a grand opening celebration in November, I was privileged to be there along with Robert Baxter. I am very proud of Pastor Paul and the church there. Right before this the church leaders from Horizon got together in Stratford Upon Avon England. It was great to hear what God is doing in Europe.

"Our logo of "Harbour (the Irish spelling includes the u) Mill House"

Great photo of Dungarvan harbor by Angela Cox.

Our meeting, the only evangelical meeting in Dungarvan or East Waterford County.

We are continuing to labor in the town of Dungarvan and are beginning to see some more locals respond. It’s a big step for someone to come to our meetings as there are no other evangelical churches in this region. Just as in any small town, anything new is feared. However, the fear is melting and God is beginning to give us favor in the community. Although we are in a rural town, God has given us a national vision to reach university students and to build a network of churches to help see this nation transformed. We have a great team and community of believers that are letting their light shine in various ways.

Steve Hamer leading our monthly family service.

Spirit Radio is Ireland’s first national Christian radio station.

Although the economic crisis has affected the entire world, Ireland has especially suffered a significant blow. My only elder, Steve Hamer, has been a quarry manager for many years. Over a year ago his company was forced to close due to the economy. Having been part of the church from the very beginning and having a great burden for Dungarvan, Steve and his wife Lorita have felt God’s call for them to stay. Their choice to obey God has been one of personal sacrifice and has been a great encouragement  to the rest of us. This last month God met Steve with a great job. This opportunity is not simply a job, but also a ministry to help Spirit Radio, Ireland’s first national Christian radio station, succeed and become established.

Emily and I handing out our Christmas cookies in Dungarvan Town!

In our new building, we were able to invite lots of guests to our Thanksgiving celebration, with all the American-style fittings, Loads came as the Irish are very interested in the American tradition of Thanksgiving. We also had our annual Christmas party, also with many invited guests. We personally had a fun Christmas with the kids out of school for two weeks. We got the chance to relax and watch some good ole’ Christmas classics. We also had our annual Christmas cookie outreach, baking, packaging and distributing our delicious sugar cookies to businesses, companies and individuals that we have built relationships with.

~ by lkholland on February 7, 2011.