Dear Praying Friends,
Thank you for your role in the ministry here in Australia. I am thankful that you are reading this update so that you can do as Paul says in Romans 15:30 "Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me;" Your prayers are vitally important to the work here, and the Lord is answering them. Please continue to strive with us in prayer for the people of Australia!
This past month and a half has been a busy one, as usual. I have had the privilege to teach SRI once again. SRI stands for Special Religious Instruction. I am able to speak to a group of children at a local primary school for 30 minutes a week. There is approved material that I teach, but it gives me contact with young people in our community. My prayer is that the Lord would use this contact to bring glory to Himself. This year I have a great group of children that have been very attentive to the lessons and have asked great questions too.
Next week Grace Baptist will give plates of biscuits (cookies for you Americans) to the staff at the local school where we meet on Sundays, the local police department, and the local fire brigade. This is to show our appreciation for their service within our community and to let them know that on the last Sunday in May we will have a special time of prayer for each group. It is a wonderful way to share the love of Christ with those in our community.
Please pray for these outreaches. We want to see people hear of what Christ has done for them and respond by receiving Him as Savior. Thank you for taking the time to read this ministry update.
In Christ,
Mark Pitts and Family
