Tábor was a Hussite stronghold during the 15th century, and the Vaněks live close to the center of the old town in a large two hundred year old house. Part of the town defenses was a system of tunnels connecting homes and buildings hewn out of solid rock, and the Vaněks have their very own section of that tunnel system. After dinner, Jiří took us down for a look.
The next morning the seminar began at 9:00 at the Czech Brethren Church. There were about 15 of us all together. Most of the men were from the Tábor church or one of two other CB congregations in the area that are in a collegiate relationship with that congregation.
Mrs. Vaněk and the children provided another delicious meal for the noon break. The seminar concluded about 2:30 PM. It was a blessing to be with these brothers, and to share with them some of the things I have learned from my study of the apostles’ sermons in Acts.
After the sessions were over, Jiří showed us around the old town a little more, and we climbed the 200 steps of the church tower to survey the surrounding countryside. God gave us a timely break in the rainy weather during our tour. After some more fellowship with the Vaněks and more food, we returned to Prague about 8:30.
This morning I led my fourth and final worship service for this summer. Julie was back from her travels in the USA, and brought another school friend, Václav, with her to the service. I pray God has blessed his Word to strengthen and encourage these brothers and sisters and they faithfully serve to plant a church in Modřany. They send their greetings to their friends in Christ in the USA.
Tomorrow morning at 4:55 AM I jump a bus and metro and bus back to the airport for an 8:00 AM flight back to Manchester and a quick visit with my family in England. Then on Friday, God willing, home to San Diego.
No comments:
Post a Comment