Lebanon Road Report: September 28

We didn’t have over 500 again, but we were blessed to have a good number with us for worship and Bible classes again at Lebanon Road. Things just continue to go well here, and we pray that it will continue right into October.

We had 357 in worship yesterday morning, and we were also pleased to have 291 in our Bible classes. Our percentage in Bible classes continues to be good, and, while there is room for improvement, we are pleased that it is staying high. I think it shows a great emphasis on the Bible school program, and it is a testament to the work and ability of our many teachers.

The Lebanon Road congregation is also very interested in mission work, and that was apparent yesterday in three ways.

First, one of our young families, Lon and Audree Keele, are on vacation, but they are near one of our mission points. So they are taking the time on their vacation to worship with the congregation and give them our greetings. Our elders even set aside money for those who are willing to do this to help with gas on the trips, so it is a “win-win” situation for the family and for the congregations we support.

Second, we are planning and closing in on our Mission Emphasis Weekend. On October 10-12, nearly every missionary we support will be here with us to meet, report, preach, and encourage. Yesterday it was announced that our families will be “housing” these visiting men and families. It will be a great weekend of encouragement.

Finally, our outreach minister, Harry Middleton, and one of our members, Frank Cornell, were prayed for many times yesterday. The reason is that today the two of them will fly to the country of Romania to hold Bible studies and support the congregations there. They will return October 8, and we pray for their safety and success.

Lebanon Road is a great place for many reasons. I hope, through these “reports,” you see that. Why not stop by and see us soon?