The Law and the Outlaws

Each year on Remembrance Sunday, people turn up in droves for our outdoor memorial service at the local cenotaph. It is consistently the largest annual community event in our neighbourhood. There was a chuckle at the end of the service when the “Police and the Outlaws” were thanked for providing security for the event. Headquarters for a local Motorcycle Club is in our neighbourhood, and members come from all over to attend and assist the police in closing down traffic. It always brings a smile to the face to see the “Law” and the “Outlaws” working so well together.

Christmas Outreaches

This year’s Christmas outreaches for our church include public Christmas carol singing opportunities at the local Hospital and the local Public Library. We are also going to project Handel’s Messiah onto our big screen with all the Gospel text as subtitles. God’s Word is powerful and the music is moving. Pray that Karen will enjoy good gospel conversations with her ladies at the customary year end Christmas party for her English classes.

Eye Operation

The eye doctor caring for George’s vision has tried 3 times to set a date for an operation on his left eye (vitrectomy and cataract surgery), but it has been cancelled each time for various reasons. We trust in God for George’s eye health which has deteriorated progressively over time.

We appreciate your prayers and support,

George and Karen King

We praise God for the 6 weeks spent in Ontario this summer. We kept pretty busy, spending time with family, including a weekend away with our kids and grandkids (20 of us) at a farm B&B, honouring Karen’s mom on the one year anniversary of her entry into heaven, celebrating a granddaughter’s 4th birthday and lots more! It was good to see George’s youngest brother and his family after 3 years. We reported at supporting churches (North Broadway in Tillsonburg, Otterville Baptist, Pinegrove in Bracebridge, and Calvary in Burlington) and a Chinese life group from Grandview Kitchener, attended a service at our sending church (Central, Brantford); spent time with our new ABWE Canadian president and his wife (John and Jacky Taylor) and had a zoom interview with the ABWE missionary care team. It was good (truly!) to finally get to the dentist again after 3 years. And we enjoyed being able to spend some time with several dear friends.

Since returning to the UK on September 12th, Karen has made contact with “her ladies” who are eager to get back to classes. These will begin September 20. An Afghan student says she has 4 new ladies who want to join!

George has been suffering from a bad cold this week delaying his usual “hitting the ground running” as well as his upcoming eye surgery.

Pray for the UK as they mourn the loss of our much loved and respected queen. May her testimony of faith in Jesus inspire others to believe.

We appreciate your prayers and support,

George and Karen King

Jesus Christ lived obscurely for most most of his life, and never travelled far. He was maligned and rejected by many, though he had done no wrong. And yet, billions of people now follow his teaching and find in him the guiding light for their lives.
I AM ONE OF THEM… 
(Queen Elizabeth II, 2016)

Platinum Jubilee Outreach

On Sunday afternoon, June 5th, the street on which our church is located plans a street party to celebrate 70 years of Queen Elizabeth’s reign. We have been asked to speak a few words and sing a few songs for the event on behalf of the church. We are also offering special commemorative photo books that share the gospel through the Queen’s life story and Christian faith. In addition, special Platinum Jubilee Gospels of John are available, explaining the way of salvation and giving the opportunity to register one’s decision to receive Christ through social media. There are many such events planned throughout the UK with many churches and ministries seeking to make the most of a once-in-a-lifetime event. 

Home Assignment

From July 28th until September 11th we plan to be in Canada for the purpose of reporting to churches and to visit with family. 

We appreciate your prayers and support,

George and Karen

Spring has sprung!

For TV weather announcers in the UK, March 1st marks the beginning of “Meteorological Spring”. Truly, some signs of spring are here–snowdrops, crocuses (or croci?), and daffodils are making their appearance. The days are noticeably getting longer considering we are at about the same latitude as James Bay!

Covid Rules Gone!

The UK government recently withdrew all legislation relating to Covid-19 for the British public going about their daily lives. Still, many people are continuing to mask up and be careful, as the virus is still around and many people suffer from it. The decision is  meant to allow society to get back to normal. But then…

All Eyes on Ukraine!

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is disturbing not only for the obvious humanitarian implications for Ukraine citizens, but also for the unimaginable possibilities for all of us if the conflict widens. So we pray for peace and justice to come quickly.

Otherwise, life and ministry go on as ‘normal’ as they can. If you are interested, you can contact us to request a link to a 5 minute video summarizing what happened in the last 12 months or so.

We appreciate your prayers and support,

George and Karen
Birmingham, England