Poland, Part Two

“Sing the praises of the Lord, enthroned in Zion; proclaim among the nations what he has done” (Psalm 9:11).

Austin, oldest grandson, and I returned from Poland last evening. We are grateful for a safe trip and for successfully meeting our connecting flights. The airline held the connection for us, both ways, or we would have missed the flight. Boarding had already closed on the way back.  We had not counted on having to go through Border Security in Copenhagen! So, we thank God and Scandinavian Airlines for mercy.

Austin enjoyed his first visit to Poland and is already talking about returning.  He soaked up as much language as he could and got his Polish/English dictionary for reference.  He is likewise interested in the work of Polish Christian Ministries and desires to be involved.

The Church Conference theme was “Missio Dei” involving excellent speakers who talked about “What God is doing” – in the world, in Europe, and in Poland. It is evident that God is working, and we were challenged to join Him in His work.

Another part of the conference was celebrating the 70th anniversary of Polish Christian Ministries. Several of us presented stories from each decade of the ministry. I was privileged to be one of them. The needs of the Polish churches have changed over the years, so the ministry of PCM has changed and will continue to change. The focus, however, is still the same, to help the churches in Poland to grow strong and to make more disciples for Jesus!

The top picture shows Austin enjoying the petting zoo at the camp where the conference is held. The bottom picture is Austin and me at Warsaw’s Lazienki Park with its beautiful gardens and a monument to Chopin in the background.