Things started normally enough as we arrived at the Indy airport, but we were soon pulling our hair out over delays and a lost day in Houston.
We finally arrived in Honolulu late afternoon on Saturday, just long enough to stroll around Waikiki beach, grab a bite, then zonk out in preparation for Sunday worship.
The Island Family Christian Church is very impressive! Meeting in a middle school, they set up and tear down chairs, sound and lights, stage furniture, decorative banners, and more every Sunday for a church of 400 that has two Sunday services. The people were VERY friendly and the worship was very inspirational.
Rick Hahn, a seasoned preacher of the gospel and native of Oahu, is new to this church, having been there a little over two months.
Imagine, preaching in an Hawaain shirt and wearing a lea that was given to me! I spoke at two services to a very appreciative church family on the subject of prayer.
The priase band, vocalists, and dancers were spectacular!
We were delighted to be able to visit with Henrietta Luttrell, our long time missionary of Hawaii Calls mission. Linda not only got a shot of her in action in the Sunday School hour, but we were able to have lunch with her and her family, then travel up to Waianae and visit in her home. Before we left I had a circle prayer with everyone, praying for specific requests.
On Monday, we climbed Diamond Head and got some spectacular views of Honolulu, Waikiki beach, and the Pacific Ocean.
We swam at Waikiki Beach, climbed Diamond Head, went to a Luau, traveled to Waimea Valley Park (I swam at the base of Waimea Falls), saw whales in the distance off of the North Shore and watched it rain our entire last day :). But as we prepare to fly to Hong Kong, we are overwhelmed at the grandeur of God's creation, humbled at the lifetime of dedicated service by Henrietta Luttrell, and thrilled at how the gospel is flourishing in the Island Family Christian Church. And, of course, we miss you!
