2009 Vineyard Gathering In Batam
Very interesting and lovely experiences in the last few days.
There was the expected, like renewing connections with people we met previously. Spending quality time with others in this place where we are more or less confined as compared to our usual situations where we face a lot of distractions and have to handle a lot of obligations. And of course, making new acquaintances.
The worship was marvellous as you can imagine, the words exuberant and exhillarating comes to mind.
The messages were a combination of old and new. Like touching base with our movement’s core values and seeing how the building of communities of hope should involve the church, businesses and youths. The latter struck a cord and a stirring amongst the youths at the meeting was very evident.
Ministry time was lovely.
I came away feeling that this conference was an integral part of an ongoing process that God has been working in Susan and I, equipping us in our role as church planters. And also and more importantly, moulding us into the persons he has destined us to be.
Here are some images of the gathering.
