Newsletter from Tom Schafer, Nov. 2006

It has been a year and half since I have been here. Our Lord has been so faithful. I just look at what He has shown me during this time. I have seen so many kids’ lives change. Boy, it is like that even with me. I believe He has done so much for my faith and steadfastness.

Well, I want to tell you all about this new program called Patmos. Pastor Chet is the one overseeing it. He has been doing discipleship for a few years now. In January 2007, 24 college students will come over here for four (4) months and they will be in a Bible (boot camp style) school here. During this time I will have the honor to be a leader and a role model. So, you can just image how excited I am to get started.

There are some things that we need to get done before they get here. First, there is the Bath House. That is going to cost about $60,000 to complete. Next, the barn (upstairs) is their classroom. That needs about $20,000 left to complete. We are now raising funds for these two areas. Beyond what you are already giving, I am asking if you would like to be more involved. It sounds like a lot of money, but our God is big and I am simply being one of His messengers. Please pray about whether or not you would like to support the Adventure Learning Centre in this way. Since it is that time of the year that some are looking for a tax write-off, I am letting you know of an opportunity.

To myself, God has been very faithful. However, my funds are running on the low side. I have not told you this until now, but I had been praying and seeking His face to see if I should stay. Yes was the answer I have received. 1 Timothy 1:12, “I thank Christ Jesus our Lord who has enabled me, because He counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry.” He has spoken and I will be here another two (2) years. I know that there is a need, and I believe I am the one to fill it. So, at this time I am asking you to pray and seek His face and then do what He tells you to do.




If He has spoken to you, please write out your checks to the Adventure Learning Centre. Drop them off or mail them to
Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale
2401 W. Cypress Creek Road
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33309
Please, if you have any questions or if you want more information, e-mail me at Toms@alcbahmas.org. If you want to check out my blog, it will tell you more about what is going on in my life here. The site is http://tombahamas.blogspot.com.
I am looking forward in hearing from you. Thank you for your time and prayers.

Tom Schafer
Phil 4:13