May Update

Dear praying friends and family,

Earlier this month, Luke went on a week-long ministry boat trip with his parents, Harry and Ruth Johnson. They were able to visit and encourage 3 village churches along the lake south of Kigoma. In all they showed evangelistic films 5 nights, had special church meetings, Ruth taught the children and met with the women. We are thankful to the Lord for his protection during the long sail. Please pray for Shakira, a young woman who was prayed for and delivered from demons. (See the previous blog posts for more on the boat trip.)
Those with google accounts can view an album of Luke's photos of the ministry boat trip.

The crew sailing home.

Harry, all ready to show films.

A guest teacher just finished teaching Angels and Demons to the remaining 10 faithful students. Luke will teach the next course, beginning Monday, on the study of salvation. They have begun their ministry trips to the villages every other Sunday. Today they visited the village church in Ilagala. Pray for the students as they continue to learn in the classroom and then minister in these churches by preaching the Word of God.

Students with Ahadi (in the back, in purple), the guest teacher.

This weekend begins the fasting month of Ramadan for our muslim neighbors and friends. Pray that many would be drawn to Christ during this time of seeking. The local church continues with the weekly door-to-door visitation in their area. Luke meets weekly with an old muslim man named Nyamweru and is nearing the end of the book King of Glory. He is showing a lot more interest in the stories. Pray that the Lord would open his eyes to his sinful condition and his need of a Savior.

Pray for an evangelistic conference in the town of Kibondo, northeast of Kigoma at the beginning of June.

Luke with Nyamweru.

We are planning to visit the Northwest in the late summer from August to October of this year, Lord willing. The kids are excited about the upcoming plane ride and the many new things to do and see in the US. We look forward to seeing many of you.

Blessings in Christ,

Luke and Gina Johnson