August 1, 2010  

Dear faithful supporters,

Greetings from Taipei! We’re not sure how it feels for all of you, but we’re not quite sure where has the first half of 2010 has gone to.  If you asked us to use one word to sum up our life the past few months, it would definitely be busy! Our days never seem to have a dull moment, and we are daily learning what it means to rest in the Lord and find strength for each new day in Him! It would be impossible to keep up with our schedules if it weren’t for His grace and the faithful prayers of people back home. So, what is keeping us so busy?

1. Chinese studies- we continue to spend hours a day studying this language and are very encouraged for the doors, both ministry-wise and personally, language ability is opening to us. 
2. Caring for new missionaries/co-workers at Truth Church- we have had 7 new co-workers join us this summer. Five of them lived with us for a time, and we continue to stay busy helping them integrate, as well as seek the Lord’s will in terms of ministry opportunities for them here. 
3. English Clubs- during summer vacation there are two English/Bible clubs running. One at Truth Church and one at a daughter church of Truth. Both are helping to reach Taiwanese youth, and so far have been very successful!  
4. Ministry planning/vision casting- the next season of our Bilingual Alpha Course is right around the corner, so we are in the prepping/planning stages. In addition, we are praying and pursuing new ministries to begin that would effectively reach the Taiwanese for Christ. 

Please pray for us to have the Lord’s wisdom and guidance in all these areas!

Prayer Requests:

• As you read above we are very busy. Please pray for good time management and good health.
• Please pray for unity as we lead our Western co-worker team to serve together with our Taiwanese brothers and sisters.
• Please pray for our monthly support need of $400 to be met.

Praises:

• Praise the Lord for many exciting ministry opportunities ahead, and for increasing our co-worker  team to a total of around 20 people!
• On July 30^th, we celebrated 5 years (yes, hard to believe!) of marriage. Praise the Lord for the privilege of not only being married to, but serving with your best friend!

We are deeply grateful for all your love, prayers, and support.

For the Glory of God,
Erich and Kelley Schindler