Today I Interviewed a freelance journalist who wrote an article for the daily mail. The article showed two photos one of an empty church of england and the other of a full mosque. The author claimed that this was a picture of How Britain has changed, I challenged him to look at the bigger picture, to consider the pentecostal churches that are experiencing growth, to consider Kensington temple and the like. What a doorway God has given me to be able to challenge those who make the headlines.

Latest news from the Elim mission field in Spain. Spain now has 27 percent unemployed and the goverment are sticking to their austerity guns. In the midst of this financial crisis God is doing some amazing things. We seeked to build up a relationship with the town hall and consequently we have been given permission to have Christian events this was previously unheard of in this area and certainly sets new precedents. Each week we feed upto 40 families who are on very low incomes. We have Spanish, S. Americans and British people coming to this lunch every wednesday. We have been able to share the love of Christ with these dear folks. We want to thank each of our supporters, the church is unable to pay a wage. If you would like to give a regular payment to this ministry it would be most helpful. Every pound we recieve is a blessing to us and the people we are ministering to. Praise God for all he is doing, we pray that God will richly bless you. Elim International Missions Elim International Centre, De Walden Road West Malvern, WR14 4DF T: 0845 302 6750 or 01684 588 940 F: 0845 302 6752 General Enquiries: missions@elimhq.net

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More news from the mission field in Spain We had a fashion show in the church on saturday with yours truly comparing the event. We raised in excess of 160 euros towards the . ministry of the church here. Please pray for me as i endeavor to learn Spanish, I work in the church in the morning and English radio in the afternoon. I have recently started an intercambio with a Spanish friend called vivi. We will interact on Skype, 30 minutes in English and 30 minutes in Spanish. Please pray that God will help me master this language. I do not find languages easy by nature. We are looking at taking our 20s and 30s away on a weekend away in august, please pray that God will lead us in this. Thanks for your prayers, if you would like to support us financially. please email hodgsoninspain@gmail.com for more info.

More news from the mission field in Spain It has been a while since I posted here, if you are on facebook or twitter you can follow me there too. We have just arrived back from elim bible week 2013. We were really blessed last week by the excellent ministry and meeting up with friends and making some new ones along the way. Please keep us in prayer as we come back to Spain reinvigorated to do Gods work. We are looking forward to St georges day where all the English get together to celebrate, with entertainment and stalls etc. The Church will be having a stall there too promoting our food project for families on low income. The twenties and thirties group is doing really well and we are encouraged by a new girl starting with us this week. God is good, please pray for the us that God will continue to supply all our needs for life and ministry here in Europe. Every blessing Dave, Naomi and little Melissa x

More news from the mission field in Spain Hi there, just to let you know that myself, Naomi and Baby Melissa have moved house (oh and toffee the cat) We have moved to a slightly cheaper appartment nearer to the church. The Move went well although we are very tired we thank God for blessing us and helping us through this move. Church news we had a suprise visit from Elim Evangelist Marilyn Harry yesterday and nice to catch up with her. The 20s and 30s group are very excited about organizing a prayer room for the rest of the church which will form part of a half night of prayer in November. My Radio show is going well and enjoyed interviewing Angela Rippon last week and Derek Martin alias Charlie Slater from eastenders. Please keep praying for us and if you would like to sponsor us on our mission in Spain please contact elim international missions. Elim International Missions www.elimmissions.co.uk 0845 302 6750

More news from the mission field in Spain We are currently seeing lots of success with our food bank, we are currently feeding around 40 families in Benalmadena Spain. These families have been means tested by the local social services. We are also finding lots of opportunities to pray with these dear folk and in some cases lead them to Lord. One particular gentlman is now attending our sunday meetings. In addition to this we are now serving soup and sandwiches to homeless and low income families on a wednesday every week. We heard the sad news this week that one of our regulars who was only in his 40s died on a park bench overnight. He has no id passport etc and no way of contacting his family if he has any. Please keep myself, Naomi and the church in the forefront of your prayers. Thanks to our sponsors without you this would not be possible. If you would like to sponsor us as a missionary family please email. Hodgsoninspain@gmail.com I will then forward you a form to send to elim international missions, it is as easy as that. Every blessing Dave

More news from the mission field in Spain Naomi Coley Hodgsonç Looking forward to this Sunday as two of our TnT (Twenties and Thirties) group are to be baptised! This is so fantastic! The perfect way to celebrate my birthday ;) It is so encouraging to see how two young people have decided to make their commitment to God more secure and public as a result of spending time with, and having fun with, our great group of young adults. It just shows that when we believe what we say and do what we believe this is a great witness to others around us.

More news from the mission field. A Busy week again, where to begin? Two of my original youth group members from Coventry, Sarah Adams and Kat Watkin have come to visit and its been lovely seeing them again. The 20s and 30s group has some very exciting ventures coming up but we cannot give too much away, watch this space! Last week we had a prayer walk around the plaza where in September we will be holding a concert of Christian music. This is virtually unheard of in Spain! But a new day is dawning in Spain and we want to make the most of every opportunity God gives to preach the gospel. On a personal level, Melissa is doing very well and has her dads cheekiness. The temperature is in the 30s and that is when it is mild. Please keep praying for us and if you would like to support us financially either contact myself or Elim Missions. P.s 2 weeks ago I had the honour of baptizing 6 people in the med sea, Praise God!

More News from the Mission field in Spain: Yesterday was a fantastic day in the church, we invited the mums and dads from our Tiny Tots group to a graduation service for the toddlers who are going to school next year. My fantastic wife Naomi planned and executed a great meeting and she also shared from Gods word too. We had loads of great feedback and it also served to further our relationship with some of the parents and led to some interesting conversations about the Christian faith with others. We also had a great 20s and 30s meeting last night where we sought to plan a programe that we could take around the churches on the Costa del sol. Last Thursday I interviewed Bobby Ball on my secular radio show, this became an opportunity to talk about his faith in God. I thank God that he has opened door for me to be known in the community and I believe I have earn the right to talk about my faith now more than ever in that forum. Not forgetting the Christian show on Sundays where we are free completely to preach the Gospel, all this on the biggest expat radio station in Spain. please pray for Naomi, Melissa and I, Pray that God will provide for all our needs as we continue to preach the good news of Christ here in Spain! and as England are out of the Euros! COME ON SPAIN!!!!

More news from the mission field in Spain Myself, Naomi and Melissa had a few days away in Mojacar we had a blessed time. We visited mini hollywood where they filmed the good the bad and the ugly. yes they actually filmed lots of the Spaghetti westerns in Almeria Spain. We got a very good deal on a hotel and God blessed our time away together. Little Melissa had a first full nights sleep which was welcomed by all concerned. I'm back in the church office this morning and back on the radio this afternoon. you can listen to my radio show monday - Thursday 3-5pm uk time here online www.talkradioeurope.com Thank you once again for all your prayers and financial support which releases us to minister here in Spain.