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Dear Friends,
The start of each New Year is like standing at the edge of a field of fresh fallen snow; the expanse of untouched future awaits our footsteps. As we look back on the year that is past we see the traces of the way we have taken. My reflection of 2011 is filled with gratefulness for God's faithfulness.
Thank you for all the beautiful Christmas cards, notes, letters, and gifts which were sent during this Christmas season. Each one has been read with joy. How precious is the family of God! Your friendship is a treasure.
On a personal note I enjoyed a beautiful Christmas with my sister and her family. What a privilege to enjoy all the wonderful food, fun and fellowship with those we love!
In the first update of each new year I like to give a summary of the past year. From mid-January until the beginning of May, 2011, I was ministering in the French part of Europe, particularly in Switzerland, France and Luxembourg. The schedule was intense with services almost every evening during the four months. In every place, and in almost every service people responded for prayer. Some came to surrender their hearts to the Lord for salvation, others to re-dedicate their lives to Christ. There were testimonies of healing, encouragement, and Holy Spirit baptism, as well as spiritual renewal and refreshing.
During the summer I was ministering in several places in Saskatchewan, and Alberta before traveling for one month of services through the northwest of British Columbia and near the Yukon border. With few exceptions this was an area of ministry where I had never been before. I was greatly encouraged as people responded to the gospel. On more than one occasion I was conscious that I had arrived at exactly the right place at the right moment to speak the necessary word of hope.
The opportunity came again for me to minister in Great Britain during the month of November. I have received word of lives that were transformed by the power of God as a result of these services.
The young women who interned with me continue fulfilling their calling. Christelle Colant has experienced unprecedented open doors working with teams throughout eastern Europe as well in the French countries with astonishing results. It was a special joy to work with her briefly in France. She is the best translator!
Lauren Daae has brought her expertise to the online ministry. Our webpage has expanded to include streaming messages and Utube views. We are receiving hits worldwide.
The sale of books, CDs and other ministry materials generates income which allows this ministry to sponsor nearly one hundred needy children as well as several other mission outreaches every month.
Financial supporters receive a monthly update with a review of my adventures. Our semi-annual newsletter is sent to many friends. These can now also be received by email, or viewed on our website www.inspirationministries.net.
During the first four months of this year I expect to be ministering throughout Alberta and British Columbia. Here is a brief outline of the locations until the end of February.
Jan. 28,29 Bonnyville, AB Pastor G. Mason
31-2 Athabasca, AB Pastor S. Boot
Feb. 4-7 Ft. McMurray, AB Pastor G. Forsberg
10-12 Bonnyville, AB Pastor J. Leandro
12,13 Amisk, AB co-ordinator M. Anholt
15,16 Vilna, AB Pastor W. Johnson
17-19 Grande Prairie, AB Pastor B. King
21-23 High Prairie, AB co-ordinator K. Gordey
24-26 Valleyview, AB Pastor E. Slopianko
28-1 Manning, AB Pastor D.Rosenfelt
On behalf of our office staff, board of directors and myself, I wish to express deep gratitude to each one who has supported this ministry. We are committed to fulfill our mandate; sharing spiritual renewal with evangelistic focus.
It is my prayer that we will all have a deeper hunger and thirst for righteousness; a longing to walk ever closer with Jesus. May the Lord bless you throughout this New Year.
In Christ,
Anita Pearce
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