Vicenza Baptist Church

Those of Italy salute you!

As with churches everywhere, Vicenza Baptist looked at Easter as a unique opportunity.  Many invitations were extended; the church got a new coat of paint and good ‘spring cleaning’ and music specials were given by both our toddlers & teens.  Although disappointed that there were no 1^st time visitors, we were pleased to see about 20 people more than normal as many returned.

One person we hoped to see was a soldier named Jeff.  He called one day from a Taxi asking directions to the church.  Although too late for church that day, Jeff & I met for lunch the next day.  He learned of our church through the web page and has wanted to visit for over three months; however, an aggressive work schedule has made that impossible.  We are keeping in touch and praying to see him soon.

Isabella and I have been praying about getting a larger (family size) car.  We were recently able to purchase a Chevy mini van.  It is VERY economical running on GPL (propane I believe), which is about half the price of gasoline; and of course the size is much more suitable for a family.

That purchase also allowed us to be a blessing to a family in the church.  They were in great need of a car & we were able to give them the Cinque Cento.  This greatly improves their job prospects as many interviews ended with a job being offered as long as they could arrive at work.  (The bus system is not adequate in most cases.)

John William is three months old and has doubled his birth weight, (from 7.5 to over 15 lbs.) He’s having his 1^st experience with a cold this week but is handling it well.

The summer rush will be VERY busy.  This month brother Bob Vallier will be with us to look at our church financial records, preach on stewardship and give Biblical advice on financial matters.

In June, Brother Richard Rawls will be with us for a family conference. He was was a great blessing here a few years ago.

Also in June, we will have a visit from the Bloyds.  They are one of the missionary families supported by Vicenza Baptist.

The Bob Jones Musical Mission Team will visit in July.  They always bring visitors and provide an opportunity distribute tracts as people gather to hear the singing.

We will be in the States from July 16^th to August 14^th.  We will spend most of that time in Virginia visiting family and supporting churches; and one week in Colorado with Isabella’s brother Davide.  (He was used of God to bring the Gospel to his sisters.)   Brother Dave Mros and his wife will fill in during our absence.

In addition to the above events, pray for;

Soldiers to be saved

Others (such as Jeff) to be able to come out

Outreach to the civilian community

Revival among God’s people

Many thanks to all who pray and give,

Yours in Christ, the Drylie family