We are both very tired. Hans-Ueli`s long-standing sleep problems, on top of tiredness from over 20 years` busy ministry, have led to burn-out and he has had to take some time off to recover.

Give thanks: that Hans-Ueli is sleeping a bit better with some herbal medicine; also we have a very helpful mentor couple, plus OMF and our Japanese church who are so supportive.

Praise God: we`re not depressed! Pray: - for the church to be upheld and even to mature, as some have to take on certain new responsibilities;

          - for substitute preachers over the next two months.

          - for discernment of God`s will in various decisions, and to learn all He wants to teach us  through this time.

The link between South Rwenzori Diocese and All Saints has existed since 1978 when All Saints supported Rob and Jen Morris working under Tearfund, Africa Inland Mission and the Church of Uganda at Kagando Hospital. 
The Diocese particularly appreciates the long standing nature of All Saints’ support throughout the 27 years of its existence.
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• Successful Bishop's episcopal pastoral visit in which many people were confirmed (300 students at one service at St.Paul's Cathedral); 4km water gravity scheme constructed in Bwesumbu -Rwesande Archdeaconry.

Pray for:

• The on-going challenge of high inflation, particularly the impact of high food prices. Also the difficulty people have in paying even the very low fees for care at Kagando Hospital.

• The major project of flooring the Cathedral.

• The Diocesan Synod scheduled for July.

• Movement of clergy and Readers who have been transferred to new places of work.

• Financial support for building and other projects from a variety of international sources, including building of the neo-natal ward at Kagando.

Website: southrd.org

The International Bible Training Institute is an independent Pentecostal College established over 50 years ago. It provides training for young men and women, called of God from all over the world, and equips them to go out to work in His vast harvest field. Students have come from over 100 different countries and many are now leaders in various fields of Christian ministry - preaching, teaching, evangelism, education and helping in many deprived areas through social and relief work.

Give thanks for:
The success of the polytunnel (purchased with proceeds from last year’s sponsored walk) growing a variety of vegetables and salad ingredients.
The plans for the next phase of the building project.

Pray for:
Stability and growth in times of change and development.
Plans for short term vocational courses that would suit overseas students who are only eligible for Student Visitor Visas.
The voluntary staff whose contribution is vital to the viability of the Institute.
Good health and spiritual growth and maturity in all the students.
Maximum numbers of new students to enrol for the new academic year.

You are invited to the free launch event for Burgess Hill and surrounding villages. 
At The Triangle Leisure Centre on Friday 17 February, 7.30pm- 9.15pm 
(doors open at 7pm)

Speakers and performers include:
Rt Hon Nicholas Soames MP
Deputy Chief Constable Giles York
Debra Green, Executive Director ROC
Julie Hall - local singer/song writer
Sussex Supreme Baton Twirlers

ROC is a national charity working in towns and cities across the UK which brings together churches, police and other organisations, working towards a safer and kinder community.

Points for Prayer:
* Praise God for the advance of ROC across the country, please pray for continued favour at national level as ROC engages more and more local authorities, police forces and other public sector partners to work in partnership with churches.
* Pray for churches that they may take up the opportunity to pray and work together to reach their communities more effectively with the love of Jesus. Pray especially for the South East and particularly for the success of the ROC launch (see above).
* As ROC expands to meet demand, please pray for the right people to get on board and the finance that is needed to support the work.

_  One way SGP seeks to strengthen Gospel ministry in Sussex is by ‘teaching the teachers’, so that they may be more effective in their ministry. Please pray for two Conferences, which are to take place soon with this aim.

PRAY NOW for a meeting on Thursday 26 January at All Saints when Phillip Jensen, Dean of St. Andrew’s Cathedral in Sydney, and Director of the Sydney Diocesan’s Ministry Training, will be speaking on ‘Christian Leadership’. Please pray for the speaker and listeners, and also for all the practical details involved in organizing such a large meeting.

BOOK NOW for the 2012 Annual Conference for everyone involved in Bible teaching or leadership. Whether you are involved in the Good News Club or Jaffa, PCC member, leading a Connect group or responsible for any of the other All Saints activities, this Conference is for you:

On Saturday 25 February, 10am to 3.30pm at Bishop Hannington Church, Hove BN3 7NH.

Theme: ‘May the Mind of Christ our Saviour.’   Speakers: Paul Williams and Jon Hobbs

Cost: only £10, which includes lunch and coffee.

Full details may be found at: www.sussexgospelpartnership.org.uk

 where you can also book a ticket. If you need further information please speak to Derek Clark or to Pam Orna-Ornstein.  Booking deadline Friday 10 February, so act now!

JON HOBBS is moving to Haywards Heath to serve the SGP through their Training Courses and to become the Minister of Grace Church. His Induction Service, to mark the beginning of his ministry with Grace Church, will be held at the URC, South Road, Haywards Heath on  Sunday 29 January. Please pray for Jon as he starts this new ministry.

_ We are very excited about 2012 – it is Opera Brava’s 25th Birthday!!! and for an Arts organisation – in these times – to survive, is a miracle, so we  praise God for that and feel we should celebrate somehow?

We have six schools lined up for opera workshop projects – all funded – so these will take place during the next six months. More news later.
We have a pretty full diary for the summer, touring with La Boheme, The Barber of Seville, Madam Butterfly and Galas – as usual we are all over the country and would value your prayers for: safety in travel, weather(!), and ticket sales during that time.

Finally please pray for our health and energy to give as much as we always do and more to the work of Opera Brava, as it continues to bless many people and yet we do get tired sometimes. However we know that those God calls, he also equips so pray that we just continue to put our trust in Him; the one who is so faithful and constant and in whom we find our strength and our song.

_www.caminulfelix.org

Before you book your holiday for next year have you considered a working trip to Romania?

Two trips are planned - 2-9 June (half term week) and 22-29 September. No experience necessary - just the ability to get involved and enjoy a life changing experience.

More information to follow, or see Phil Hale

Five Talents evolved out of the Lambeth Conference in 1998 and is an initiative of the worldwide Anglican Church. It is a Christian organisation to help establish, develop and support micro finance initiatives in developing countries to:
Fight Poverty, Create jobs, Transform lives

Through training, small loans and organising savings structures, Five Talents helps to establish and nurture small businesses. Training in business skills combines with loans for stock, equipment, raw materials, land, premises etc. (to help establish grocers, hairdressers, bakers, brick-makers, shoe-repairers and necklace makers (see photo below), etc.).

This tackles poverty ‘ bottom up.’ Each business builds economic independence for the individual entrepreneur, their families and the families of those they employ. Employment and independence bring dignity – ‘a hand-up, not a hand-out.’

Five Talents is currently supporting twelve programmes on three continents. The UK office, led by Tom Sanderson and based in Croydon, now has responsibility for Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania.

Give thanks for:
1. Derek Osborne’s ‘fantastic’  training to Five Talents staff in Iringa in July

Pray for:
1. Tito Stephano – the new programme co-ordinator in Iringa who has arrived to replace Immaculate whose 5 year contract is coming to an end. Pray for a fruitful overlap. 
2. With the relief agencies phasing out of Northern Uganda, there is now a great need for longer term activities to resume.  So please give Five Talents wisdom and support in setting up a new office in Kitgum.
3. For the new village bank that has been set up in Gakui in Kenya enabling the whole community to save and borrow conveniently. May it be a practical and faithful witness to the Good News.
Five Talents contacts – Richard and Elaine Browning

_Ian and Anne-Marie are still with OMF, serving on the staff of All Nations Christian College for the year.

Praise God:
for what God is doing in the lives of each of the 120 students here and particularly for the 17 in our tutor group.
For All Nations seeking to equip people for cross cultural service and for all the staff, whatever role they play as they have a part in that.
we have a tenant for our house in Lindfield from the end of October.
Michael has started a paid job in the church alongside his existing internship

Pray:
for students here at All Nations as they learn through lectures,
practical ministries and being part of a multicultural community.
for the churches in this area that welcome students to worship with them and in some cases work with them in a limited way during their time here.
for Peter and Taryn going to Africa for the outreach part of the DTS on Christmas day.

We have just returned from 6 weeks in Zambia and were so encouraged by our visits to Isubilo. There is a real sense of purpose and unity in the mainly Zambian team led by Director Andy and Zambian administrator Enoch.

Each day starts with around 1 hour of ‘Devotions’ - praise, worship, a short Bible reading and thought for the day or discussion led by a different department each day - and prayer for the day's activities.

We helped mainly with the children's extra lessons - they are making such a difference, and are encouraging the youngsters to think rather than learn everything by rote. This week is the start of the two month long ‘Holiday Club’: extra lessons , lunch ,and afternoon fun activities including films—Vegie Tales, Disney Videos (‘Cars’ is a firm favourite!) and Bible story videos.

A growing problem is the increasing number of booths in the local market showing most unsuitable videos for just  28p. Many township children are stealing to be able to watch them.

Please continue to pray for God's protection over Isubilo, for integrity and daily strength and wisdom for the staff as they give practical help and witness to God's love and care to people who are in desperate need.

(They would love more Lego and puzzles up to 200 preferably tough large pieces,- Galt is ideal !). Many thanks, 

Tim and Jenny Buzzard