I am so thankful for the living word! So thankful that I can stand on this truth today. Brethren, this has been a tough month. As many of you know, the Cate family has left England. After having been here in England for two years, their support dried up. They had always said they would stay here as long as the Lord provided, and they did!

I am overwhelmed by their love for the Lord and excited about what God has for them next. The reason it has been hard, is that we have been through so much together. Without them, I don't know what would have happened when I got to Kings Lynn. Remember I stayed in their home for four months whilst waiting for Marie and the kids to get here! Their work here for the Lord has been fruitful. All of the first people who came to our church, were people that Jared met and invited from the coffee shop where he worked. From the beginning we met in the Cate's home. Carleigh's gift of hospitality was seen and experienced every single week. The thing is, this is just the “easy to see” stuff. They did so much behind the scenes. They ran the youth night on Fridays in their home. They started the blog. Jared did the designs for every single thing that has a design for Calvary Kings Lynn. They started our Speiro ministry for missions. They were faithful from the start to pray, pray, and pray for this ministry. When you think of someone giving their all, well these kids did it. They gave their all. They left America two years ago with the clothes on their backs and some in a suitcase. They arrived with nothing and saw the faithfulness of the Lord as He provided for all of their needs. They leave here the very same way, with the clothes on their backs and some in a suitcase. This kind of faith is not seen everyday and that is why I feel so strongly that I must share it with you all.

Here in England, as many of you know a terrorist was just released from prison. He was responsible for the Lockerbie bombing. He was released because he has terminal cancer and was sent back home to Libya to die a peaceful death at home with his family. This has been all over the news here and maybe there too. The thing that struck me, was when he arrived home, he got a hero's welcome. They had a parade and fanfare. Music, food, and fun. It was a total celebration. I began to think of the Cate family and their going home. I thought that even though they didn't receive that type of fanfare upon arrival back in the states, they will certainly receive it upon arrival in Heaven! Our Lord must be so pleased with this young family giving up all to follow after Him.

They moved to England with two small children. Their son Corey was born here. Their daughter, Madison went home to be with the Lord while they were here. They experienced the ups and downs of the mission field to the fullest extent.

Now they have packed up and gone to Colorado. Never having been there before, they sense the Lord's leading to plant themselves there for now. I am truly amazed. Not many I know would make these kinds of moves even once in a life time and yet this young family is pressing in. I am sure they would tell you that they are not special, many before them have done what they did and maybe even had it much harder. But I am humbled by their focus on God and His will for their lives. Trusting Him to be exactly who He says He is. I know if they could do what they wanted to do, they would spend time with family and friends first, after serving Him so long abroad. But this family is extraordinary because God is first at all cost. Carleigh did land at LAX with the kids and will see her mom and dad for a week or so. Then off to Colorado for them all to be reunited with Jared after more than a month apart.

There was a time when books were written about people like these. People who would go where ever the Lord sent them. People who trusted God for their every provision. People who understood what self sufficient faith is and yet decided to live totally reliant on God. People who count the cost and still go! So although I am no author, I did think it appropriate to make mention of them in this newsletter.

I have enjoyed serving with them. I have learned so much from them. I could not love them more if they were my very own children and grandchildren. Nor could I be any more proud of them. My heart is bursting with admiration and breaking at the same time. The thought of living here without them is heavy. I've read about these athletes who climbed Mt. Everest together. They say they are a team. Then after having done something like that together, you are forever connected. I think the same applies here. For the Proffit's and the Cate's. This was huge for all of us. None of us were missionaries before coming to Kings Lynn. We did this together. In the beginning there were so many lumps and bumps. The struggles, the loneliness, the illness, the homesickness. We encouraged each other and sharpened one an-others iron. We've laughed, cried, suffered and rejoiced. All the while watching in faith as the Lord did amazing things among us. Our families are forever united because of our call to Kings Lynn and it will not be the same here without them. To say we love this family is not enough. We love them, respect them, admire them, and esteem them better than ourselves.

I am afraid that many will discount what they have done for the Lord because of their age. I think many already have. I do believe that maybe they were not taken as seriously on the mission field as they should have been. My prayer is that they would not let that get to them or change who they are for Jesus. My prayer is that they would go forward in total strength and courage in this new work the Lord has for them. My prayer is also that those of you who have loved them would continue to do so and support this new move. They are going where the Lord is sending them to work for Him. They are going with nothing but faith and each other. Pray for them. Pray for God's will, His provision and His direction as they settle into their new home. Pray for their kids to adjust to this life changing move. Pray for the Lord to surround them with believers who will encourage them and come alongside of them to make this transition smooth.
Also pray for us and this huge whole left in our hearts that Jesus longs to fill. Pray for Kings Lynn. That the Lord would continue to reveal Himself here and that the people would have eyes to see Him. Pray for the McGinty's, as they adjust to living here and seek the Lord's will for their lives here in Kings Lynn. Pray that God would give them hearts to love the people here and that He would continue to provide for them.

The Lord is at work here in Kings Lynn. We are watching our fellowship grow spiritually and we are thankful, yet heartbroken feeling this loss. We look to God in all things, but sometimes your heart just hurts and this is one of those times. Our eyes are fixed and focused on Jesus, but we do covet your prayers.

Pray for the other Calvary pastors, church plants and missionaries here in England. These are difficult times. Many are watching as their support dwindles and wondering how God will provide for His people. Many are struggling with problems in their churches. We see the enemy coming against the Lord's work here in England. From problems with visas, to finances and a general weakening of the moral fiber here. So, this is a cry to the saints for prayer for this place too. Pray for us to focus on the truth of His Word where we will remain strong, steadfast and standing on our firm foundation.

How we pray for our Lord to bless your obedience and thank Him for you all.