Bridge Building Ministry

Newsletter

March 27, 2006

Dear Friends,

Diane and I have just returned from the UK, convinced more then ever that this is the day to build bridges.
The Lord Jesus Christ made it possible through the cross to break the bondage that gripped us, built a bridge to His Father so we can have a relationship with Him, then through the Power of the Holy Spirit build bridges with people from all cultures.

Building Bridges with our Spiritual roots and ancestral roots are important. Too many of us have burnt bridges and missed opportunities to allow what God has done in us be a Blessing to others in our families and church Heritance. It is a delicate balance, pursuing the call of God and keeping relationships with others. Having a right attitude is the key.

Jesus is our role model. When He started His ministry and pursued His purpose for being here it caused reaction. Mark 3:21 records His family thought he was ' Out of His mind'. The religious leaders in verse 22 said ' He has a demon' ( A very encouraging way to start your ministry ) However Jesus did not build a wall, He obeyed His Father and never excluded His family, saying to John on the Cross, look after my mother, to the those who mocked Him He said to His Father 'Forgive them' With God's agenda not ours we can find open hearts.

UK Report.
February 2 - 12 Liverpool:
The teaching and ministry centered on ' Biblical Transition' at Kingsway, spoke at a men's breakfast on Kingdom Life from Luke 11:9-13. Prayed for several men to receive the Holy Spirit. Spoke at the new church plant at Seaforth where Joe Lahr and I ministered 2 years ago at start up meetings, they are growing and I was very encouraged at the vision and passion to reach that very needed area of Liverpool. Prayed for the sick in all the meetings. Pray for David Elms and the leadership team at Kingway for Vision to reach the Harvest; Bill Turpin and the team at Seaforth for continual favor to reach the community.

February 19,21/ March 17 - 19 South Chard.
Ministered on transition again and shared with The leadership team on ' Team Ministry' March 17 we had the honor to share with others at the' Passing the Baton ' conference celebrating 50 years of the South Chard Church.We were part of setting Neil and Jenny Reed in as Pastors 2 years ago, they are from Kingsway, Liverpool. At this conference the passed was honored, Sid and Mill Purse the founders (Now with the Lord) were remembered. Then clear vision for the future was shared, I ministered on Leadership and Believers response to Leadership. Teaching on how to use our gifts in sync with the Vision of the church. We met many people we have not had contact with for some years. Pray for Neil and Jenny as they have a big task to lead this church forward.

February 26 Southgate Christian Fellowship.
Southgate and N London has many ethnic groups from all over Europe, middle east and other parts of the world. The church has many of these back grounds worshipping together. John and Vicki Rawdings with the team have always made every one welcome. The church fellowship meal had many international dishes. Pray that John and the team will have creative ways to reach this diverse community of people.

During my time in the South West of England we had the opportunity to minister in a family church in East Coker, (Dunning side) also at 'The Mill a church lead by Dr Richard Roberts (not Tulsa RR). Then at Hemyock Baptist Church led by Steve and Hazel Reed friends from South Chard days.It was encouraging to see family and acquaintances from the pass moving on with God.

We are ministering in Texas through April helping Pastor Mike Weaver of Wild Ride ministries. The team plan to open the Worship Center, Harper Easter Sunday morning.

Thank you for your Prayers.

Victor and Diane Dunning