Sept 15th Update
Dear Ones in Christ,
It would seem that a sort of "routine" has been established, where the weary laborers go about their daily responsibilities of clean-up and repair. Thanks so much to those of you who have come, or plan to come to Slidell to help! It is a tremendous encouragement to the believers there. The job before them is monumental - but as Bob told me, "How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!" I hope to be in Slidell again this weekend, and will send an update about progress and plans when I return.
The news from Lake Park Chapel in Belle Chasse is relatively good - all the believers (excepting one family whose home flooded) are back in their homes. Most have power. I do not know the status of the drinking water. Earlier reports where sketchy about the quality of it. Ray Cummings and crew are working to make needed repairs to the chapel, the bookstore, and
the believers' homes. There will be more on this as information is available, but it would seem the damages suffered are not as severe as at Slidell.
Ray is to bring some of the Spanish believers up to the camp this week to replenish their pantries from the supplies many have sent. The lodge at camp is literally full with the many things provided by believers. Another aspect of our visit this weekend is to try and help improve the distribution of these items. It is a blessing to the believers whose homes will not be ready for occupation for several more weeks that there are supplies to help them when their "pantries" are rebuilt. At this time, it would appear that no more general supplies are needed, although if a specific need arises, we can make that known.
Many have sent financial gifts to aid these assemblies, and they are greatly appreciated. CMML continues to be very involved with both receiving and distributing these funds.
Some specific prayer requests (this is by NO MEANS a complete list, just those with which I am familiar!):
1. Bob & JoAnne Brown, Ray & Peetsie Cummings: both couples have worked tirelessly to care for the needs of the saints. Please continue to pray for strength, patience, wisdom.
2. Bertley & Adilie Englade: Bertley is an elder at Slidell. He and Adilie are temporarily in Marietta, GA with their son for health and safety reasons. Please keep them before the Lord as they are getting helpful medical treatment.
3. Those with flood damaged homes: The unique problems associated with the amount of flood damage is more than most realize. Most everything you own touches the floor! Most of the believers affected are displaced, some are having to now go back to work, and try to work on their home situations after hours and on weekends. This is one way where those visiting from other assemblies have been such a great help.
4. New housing: A number of the Spanish believers were living in rented facilities. For them to remain in the area, they will need to find available (and affordable) housing, as well as the continued existence of their jobs. Housing is a premium now, of course, with the housing market
in Baton Rouge (1 -1/2 hours away) going through the roof.
Thank you for all your prayers, interest and encouragement. Please don't
stop!
In HIM,
Scott Leach
It would seem that a sort of "routine" has been established, where the weary laborers go about their daily responsibilities of clean-up and repair. Thanks so much to those of you who have come, or plan to come to Slidell to help! It is a tremendous encouragement to the believers there. The job before them is monumental - but as Bob told me, "How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!" I hope to be in Slidell again this weekend, and will send an update about progress and plans when I return.
The news from Lake Park Chapel in Belle Chasse is relatively good - all the believers (excepting one family whose home flooded) are back in their homes. Most have power. I do not know the status of the drinking water. Earlier reports where sketchy about the quality of it. Ray Cummings and crew are working to make needed repairs to the chapel, the bookstore, and
the believers' homes. There will be more on this as information is available, but it would seem the damages suffered are not as severe as at Slidell.
Ray is to bring some of the Spanish believers up to the camp this week to replenish their pantries from the supplies many have sent. The lodge at camp is literally full with the many things provided by believers. Another aspect of our visit this weekend is to try and help improve the distribution of these items. It is a blessing to the believers whose homes will not be ready for occupation for several more weeks that there are supplies to help them when their "pantries" are rebuilt. At this time, it would appear that no more general supplies are needed, although if a specific need arises, we can make that known.
Many have sent financial gifts to aid these assemblies, and they are greatly appreciated. CMML continues to be very involved with both receiving and distributing these funds.
Some specific prayer requests (this is by NO MEANS a complete list, just those with which I am familiar!):
1. Bob & JoAnne Brown, Ray & Peetsie Cummings: both couples have worked tirelessly to care for the needs of the saints. Please continue to pray for strength, patience, wisdom.
2. Bertley & Adilie Englade: Bertley is an elder at Slidell. He and Adilie are temporarily in Marietta, GA with their son for health and safety reasons. Please keep them before the Lord as they are getting helpful medical treatment.
3. Those with flood damaged homes: The unique problems associated with the amount of flood damage is more than most realize. Most everything you own touches the floor! Most of the believers affected are displaced, some are having to now go back to work, and try to work on their home situations after hours and on weekends. This is one way where those visiting from other assemblies have been such a great help.
4. New housing: A number of the Spanish believers were living in rented facilities. For them to remain in the area, they will need to find available (and affordable) housing, as well as the continued existence of their jobs. Housing is a premium now, of course, with the housing market
in Baton Rouge (1 -1/2 hours away) going through the roof.
Thank you for all your prayers, interest and encouragement. Please don't
stop!
In HIM,
Scott Leach
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