Days Go By.
So this is a package deal.
Friday...

Where my day began in reflection over looking the city...


One of the Methodist churches we will serve while here, note the American flag they flew just for us!


Inside the oldest Methodist church in Scotland, John Wesley preached here 21 times. And, the first church I had the privilege to serve in two days later on Sunday.


A view from a serene quaint little coast town.



Site of an old castle....part of the castle still remains (the upper right hand side of picture) along with the home of many, many seagulls.


Terrific group shot of the Scottish/American Methodist team. This was followed by delicious fish and chips on the coast.

Saturday...we had a exciting and full day of welcoming festivities at Andrew and Belinda's house complete with a fun lunch, fellowship with those in the community, more eating, sharing music, more eating, watching authentic futbol, and more eating. It was such a heart warming day for us on the team.

Sunday...the first morning to be a part of church was held at Dunbar Methodist Church for Lis and me while Ken and Casey were at Central Square to aid in their service. I was so filled by the spirit in that church. First of all, imagine this, the youth can out number the adult congregants on many a Sunday along with their active participation in the service. Several of the youth are there on their own apart from their parents. They find a refuge there with a strong leader named Hayley and a core small group, but so genuinely dedicated volunteers. We enjoyed a very gospel-driven mixed-culture service together. It was a truly grateful moment for my heart that morning, a beautiful picture to witness and be a part of with that congregation. In the afternoon, we witnessed the closing of a church building participating in the last service in the building. It was a reverent service with a touch of sadness. We were then on our way to one of the Circuit pastor, Helen, and her husband, Colin. at their home for dinner. The home-cooked meals here have been overflowing with good food and graciousness. We shared great night together!