you. when i am down, and, oh, my soul, so weary when troubles …€¦ · my ministry in kraljevo...
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Recently, I was at a choir meeting and I heard a song. Even though I've known this song for
some time, the text really touched me and I want to share it with
When I am down, and, oh, my soul, so wearyWhen troubles come, and my heart burden beThen, I am still and wait here in the silenceUntil you come and sit awhile with me.You raise me up, so I can stand on mountainsYou raise me up to walk on stormy seasI am strong when I am on your shoulders You raise me up to more than I can be.
We are often so focused on our problems that we miss the solution that is right there,
only a prayer's distance away. Let us never forget that
better plans for us than we have for ourselves.
My ministry in Kraljevo is like this. It's not always sunny days full of success. I often meet
difficulties and the rejection of the Gospel
me hard. But still I know that God knows all a
I trust that, through this whole situation, He wants to form me into His image. I am
grateful to Him for this. I know He holds everything in His hands, yet He is still teaching me that
I must trust Him more, even when it isn't easy.
Recently, we've gone several
times to the center of the city to
hand out New Testaments and
Christian literature. Many people
took them, but they haven't made
any further contact. I hope they
at least open the books at home
and read something from them.
Recently, I was at a choir meeting and I heard a song. Even though I've known this song for
some time, the text really touched me and I want to share it with you.
When I am down, and, oh, my soul, so weary When troubles come, and my heart burden be Then, I am still and wait here in the silence Until you come and sit awhile with me. You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
me up to walk on stormy seas I am strong when I am on your shoulders You raise me up to more than I can be.
We are often so focused on our problems that we miss the solution that is right there,
only a prayer's distance away. Let us never forget that God wants to be part of our lives. He has
better plans for us than we have for ourselves.
My ministry in Kraljevo is like this. It's not always sunny days full of success. I often meet
difficulties and the rejection of the Gospel by the people here. To be honest, this rejection hits
me hard. But still I know that God knows all about this, and He also knows the reason for it.
I trust that, through this whole situation, He wants to form me into His image. I am
grateful to Him for this. I know He holds everything in His hands, yet He is still teaching me that
even when it isn't easy.
Recently, we've gone several
times to the center of the city to
Christian literature. Many people
took them, but they haven't made
any further contact. I hope they
at least open the books at home
Recently, I was at a choir meeting and I heard a song. Even though I've known this song for
We are often so focused on our problems that we miss the solution that is right there,
God wants to be part of our lives. He has
My ministry in Kraljevo is like this. It's not always sunny days full of success. I often meet
by the people here. To be honest, this rejection hits
bout this, and He also knows the reason for it.
I trust that, through this whole situation, He wants to form me into His image. I am
grateful to Him for this. I know He holds everything in His hands, yet He is still teaching me that
If God has put o
the children in Kraljevo,
please feel free
here, or make a donation at
my account number:E2RS 3293 000
CEF, PO Box 348, Warrenton,
Marina Faraga, Omladinska 8/2 stan 4, 36000 Kraljevo, Serbia, Tel: +381 62 87 35 703 , e
I've also organized open-air Craft
Workshops several times in city center. The
children have responded well to this; however,
when the weather is bad and we move it indoors
to our rented space, only two girls come, Una
and Tara. These two regularly attend our
workshops and I am happy about that. Pray for
these two girls, and also for us, that God will
give us wisdom how to guide them closer to Him
and to teach them from His Word.
Some amazing moments happen at our
Craft Workshops when Jovica br
children from the Roma neighborhood. Along
with the craft, we also tell them a Bible story.
The children are very interested to listen and
they have many different questions.
Summer Camp season is starting soon. I
this year. It is from July 2-8, and is for teens aged 12
everyone who will be involved with this camp. Pray for the teenagers, the teachers, the cooks,
and others who will help the camp run smoothly. Thank you for your prayer support.
Your sister in Christ,
Marina :)
If God has put on your heart the desire to be a part of my ministry to
the children in Kraljevo,
please feel free to contact me and ask about any area of my ministry
here, or make a donation at
my account number:E2RS 3293 000
CEF, PO Box 348, Warrenton, Missouri 63383
Address for correspondence: Marina Faraga, Omladinska 8/2 stan 4, 36000 Kraljevo, Serbia,Tel: +381 62 87 35 703 , e-mail: [email protected]
air Craft
Workshops several times in city center. The
children have responded well to this; however,
when the weather is bad and we move it indoors
to our rented space, only two girls come, Una
arly attend our
workshops and I am happy about that. Pray for
these two girls, and also for us, that God will
give us wisdom how to guide them closer to Him
and to teach them from His Word.
Some amazing moments happen at our
Craft Workshops when Jovica brings the
children from the Roma neighborhood. Along
with the craft, we also tell them a Bible story.
The children are very interested to listen and
they have many different questions.
Summer Camp season is starting soon. I am responsible for the Slovakian language camp again
8, and is for teens aged 12-16. Please join me in praying for
everyone who will be involved with this camp. Pray for the teenagers, the teachers, the cooks,
ll help the camp run smoothly. Thank you for your prayer support.
part of my ministry to
area of my ministry
Marina Faraga, Omladinska 8/2 stan 4, 36000 Kraljevo, Serbia,
am responsible for the Slovakian language camp again
16. Please join me in praying for
everyone who will be involved with this camp. Pray for the teenagers, the teachers, the cooks,
ll help the camp run smoothly. Thank you for your prayer support.