CLTC Classes
Patrick just spent a great 8 weeks teaching Eschatology and Church & Ministry classes. As usual, he loved teaching these men and women.
One student from this class wrote ” Looking at what is happening in my church denomination and comparing that to the early church’s priorities, I am rebuked by the scriptures, burdened and challenged that we are not actually living up to the Great Commission of our Lord Jesus Christ….Studying this course and doing this assignment has dawned on me that something urgent is needed in my church to revitalize its purposes” (of fellowship, discipleship, worship, ministry, and evangelism).
Praise: that the Word of God is living and active and making a difference in the lives of CLTC students and the places they serve
Pray: that students will humbly serve and minister as they seek to implement Biblical principles in their churches.
Thanksgiving Service
One Sunday each year staff and students bring a special offering to share and they present a dance and/or song from their home area. Enjoy! 🙂
Outreach Weekends
Students continue to go to nearby churches once a month to put their “book learning” and faith into action.
Praise: For the open door to share the gospel in PNG – in churches and in schools
Pray: The students will strengthen the churches they attend and effectively reach out to and especially encourage the men to follow Christ. (A large percentage of church attenders are women.)
CLTC Staff Development
Maxon first attended CLTC as a student in 2001 and eventually joined the staff in 2011. He earned his Diploma, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees at CLTC and has spent the last few years in New Zealand completing a PhD. Wow!
Praise: The Lord for Maxon’s dedication and hard work and for enabling Maxon to complete his PhD.
Pray: For Maxon and his family as they re-join the teaching faculty at CLTC. (We know from experience that they will have many adjustments to make as they return.)
Around CLTC…
Clarkston Refugee* Ministry
10 days after Patrick returned from PNG he was back teaching in Clarkston.
Praise: For an increase in the number of students!
Pray: For the establishment of a Wednesday night program for refugees at Clarkston International Bible Church. Pray for Jan as she teaches a beginner ESL class. This is new territory for her!
*Refugee – a displaced person who has been forced to cross national boundaries due to war or persecution, and who cannot safely return home.
Thank you for your love, prayers, and support! Patrick and Jan
pnghalls 
Great pictures and good memories! Thanks.
LikeLike
Wonderful news! I love hearing Patrick teach and wish I could go to Clarkston to sit under his teaching! Will be praying for you Jan as you begin to teach English. Thanks for all your service in God’s Kingdom.
LikeLike
We love seeing your ministry work in PNG and the many students and family that are making a difference for Christ there. Patrick, you and Jan are ‘beautiful feet carrying the gospel’ to so many. Your example of dedication to Christ is one to be emulated by all of God’s children. Thank you for your friendship.
LikeLike
Finally just took a nostalic journey back tro PNG. Especially loved the Thanksgiving pics. And thrilled at your opportunity in Clarkston. Got to get over there some time.
Blessings and grace on your dear folks.
Mickey and Martha
LikeLike
Love the pictures/visuals! Great job. Praying for ministry both here and abroad.
LikeLike