More from Vienna

25 Celcius our warmest day yet!

We now have two days of evidence that Olomouc is under the same sky we remember from the states. The stars are out! There has been no cloud cover and beautiful weather for two days in our city. I met an interesting American in the park yesterday and had an opportunity to discuss my faith and share the hope I have in Christ. Fellow teammates were also successsful initiating conversations with those out to enjoy the weather. Pray that hearts would be drawn to God. Follow up is necessary!

Grace has been a little ill for the past two days. Her spirits are high and she is more sweet than ever when she doesn't feel well but her energy is down and she is resting more.

Lisa and I are thankful for the fellowship of our team today. We were able to enjoy Saturday interacting with our extended family. Tomorrow will be an even better opportunity. Our group will celbrate Easter early with some children from the Czech Republic. The girls are excited.

I have many shots to share from Vienna that are yet to come. No, Ella did not really drink my espresso.

Beginning April

Welcome Duramites! ( our newest followers) 

April is off to a quick start for us. Language continues to go well as we take the opportunity to practice and train daily. Our friends form Montana enjoyed Olomouc and it was the cheapest city on their European tour thus far. Staying in our flat for free plus a great dinner out and cheap snacks for the train totaled about $2o. Do be aware when you come, however, they were kicked off the train from Prague because an incorrect ticket had been purchased. This situation added to the total cost of the trip but in time another train was available and all was well. Pray for the International Messengers Mission Agency they represent. This group is hosting a meeting close by.

God is constantly revealing himself in even the small things. A call came to my cell regarding four chairs that had been ordered from a local store. I was sitting with my language coach who was able to coordinate the deliver with no charge. This was just in time for our guests to relax and enjoy this flat even more. I will be stoping by to thank the man that helped us order the chairs. He speaks little English but we are on speaking terms that will allow me to build on the relationship.

I shared Christ with a man on the street several weeks ago who professed Christ. His life is much different than yours or mine traveling the world but having no place he calls home. Interestingly, I saw him at the train station in Olomouc heading to France this week. We spoke as friends and he shared that his life is different because Jesus is alive! I asked him to be faithful to share in the Czech language since I am still unable. He was a blessing to send out.

Visitors

The Lewis' have arrived in Olomouc! We visited in Vienna pictured here and then they were on to Prague. Now we will tour our city and take in some sights. 

March Newsletter

Ella loves to stay up late and play in the dark

Anniversary Celebration

We are out the door to celebrate six years married. Two new posts went in out of order. I will get back on track. Several funny things have taken place that I neglected to write. Lisa, Ella and I go to Vienna by train to meet some friends from Montana. Pictures to come. Pray for safety in travel and opportunities in ministry. Thank you.

February Newsletter

February Newsletter

It is on the way this weekend. See post below about the malfunction that has us delayed

Even the animals speak Czech!

I had an interesting discussion with my language teacher Jitka. She tried to give me a clue so that I would answer a question correctly during the lesson by making an animal noise. The answer was beef so she said "Boo". I missed the question but asked why she made a noise like a ghost. The following list of animal noises was then discussed with great laughter. I chalk this up to language and cultural acquisition.

A dog says "haf,haf";

pig: chroch, chroch 

(similar to the noise you make in your nose to imitate a pig)

sheep: bé

goat: mé

hen: kokoda

rooster: kykyiky

horse: hi,hi

donkey: hýka

These are the "official noises" of animals in the Czech Republic. Official because there are verbs created from each noise that are recorded as the language. Ex. Pigs chrochta! Rozomiš?