Sunday in Albania

We enjoyed a wonderful church service this morning. Jodie Garzon and Rick Sentle shared testimonies and Larry Joyner sang "Great Is Thy Faithfulness." We had the privilege to pray with all the church attendees and sensed God's presence in a real way. We had an authentic lunch in an Albanian home while we enjoyed a great time of fellowship. Following lunch we traveled to Durris and visited ancient ruins and enjoyed ice cream down by the sea. Tomorrow we begin our day at 7am to begini our work project. Most of our work will be on the roof. Thank you for praying.

First Day in Albania

We visited the small community that Calvary has adopted and was overwhelmed with the outpouring of love conveyed to us by the children. Team members were wiping their eyes from tears as they stepped out of the vans to greet the children. For two hours we shook hands, gave hugs, sang songs, made balloon animals, and took hundreds of pictures as we shared together. It was an amazing moment.

Tomorrow, we will attend church, do some sightseeing, shop and then prepare to wake up early Monday morning for our first day of work. Please pray for us as we try to accomplish alot of work during such a short amount of time. Please pray for protection as we work on a roof 23 feet above ground. The team is eager and ready to serve! Pastor Bill

P.S. In just a day or two we will provide a link to the Europe Convey of Hope where you will be able to see pictures and video. Thanks Nolan!

A Long, but Good Day!

After a long day of travel (28 hours to be exact) our team has arrived at the Bible College in Tirana, Albania. After being greeted by a great team of new friends, we moved into the college where we unpacked, and went right to bed. After breakfast, we will be given a brief orientation, will begin to unpack the ministry supplies and then make our way to the ministry site to meet the kids. -Pastor Bill

Pastor Chad prayed with the team and they are now on their way to the airport. Their flight is scheduled to depart Detroit at 6 pm and they will arrive in Germany at 8 tomorrow morning!

Thank You Calvary!

On the eve of our missions adventure to Albania, I wanted to express once again how grateful I am for Calvary's genuine and loving support for the project in Fushe Kruja, Albania. I am simply overwhelmed and humbled by your commitment. Knowing that you are praying, the financial gifts that have already been given, and your loving concern for the team and this project is amazing. It is an honor to represent you and the love of Christ to the Albanians.

"I know your deeds; see, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name."

-Revelation 3:8

Posted by Pastor Bill McGinnis

All the preparation is done. In just a little over 24 hours the Calvary team will leave the Detroit airport bound for Albania.