Update from Chris and Colene Watson
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Dear Friends,

I would like to let you know of some interesting things God is doing in my life.  For the last twelve years I have had the opportunity to minister in northern Colorado through ministry evangelism centers.  During this time we have seen some amazing work of the Holy Spirit as we met the physical and spiritual needs of those dealing with issues related to poverty.  Colene and I moved to Greeley in September of 1998 believing God had called us to this ministry and trusting he would provide for our needs.  The Lord exceeded our expectations and blessed us beyond our dreams spiritually, in our marriage, with a thriving ministry, an expanding family, and strong friendships. 

After twelve wonderful years I feel God is calling us to another ministry in a different place.  My hope has always been to do my part in building the Kingdom of God, and it is evident to me that the Lord is wanting me to serve in another area for that purpose.  I would say that he is leading me to another ministry, but it feels more like he is pushing me to this new position.  Because we were so happy and content ministering in Greeley, God would need to send drastic measures in order to get us to the point of considering a change, and this is just what he did.  It is through much prayer that we are leaving our home for the past twelve years and on September 1^st I will begin a ministry with the Telegraph Baptist Center in Oakland, California.  This center is located in the heart of a vast multi-cultural area where we will be ministering to individuals and families who are from all over the world.  In the midst of this cultural diversity are several religions, world views, and philosophies that lead away from the truth of Jesus Christ.  We will have the opportunity to build relationships, meet needs, and minister to many who have never had the opportunity to hear the Gospel of Christ.

Just as we moved to Greeley on faith in 1998, we are moving to California on faith in 2010.  As you know the cost of living in California is much higher than we are used to in Colorado.  I will continue to be supported by the North American Mission Board, but a missionary salary does not go as far in California as it does in Colorado.  However, since we are certain that God is calling us to this ministry, we know that he will provide for our needs, as he always has.  Our serving the Lord has always resulted in his faithfulness providing what we need, when we need it.  Sometimes he has tested our faith, but he has always come through for us and we know he will do the same in this ministry.

I also wanted to let you know of ways you can partner with us in this exciting new endeavor.  First is to pray for us during the next couple months of transition.  Pray that we will be able to gracefully leave the many wonderful friendships we have and develop new connections with those to whom we can minster and also to those who can minster to us.  Pray for Colene to find support for her homeschooling efforts and that Jonathan and Caleb would meet friends with godly values.  Pray that our housing situation will be resolved, both in what we are leaving and where we are going.  Also pray that God will prepare me with the wisdom, strength, and discernment I will need in this new ministry.  

Finally pray that God would meet the financial needs of our family.  Like I said we are confident he will accomplish this as we are obedient to his calling.  In fact, he may be wanting to use you to make this happen.  If this is the case, let me know and we can discuss it more.  If you are interested in keeping up with ministry, where God is leading us, and how we are impacting this world for the Kingdom reply to this email and I will put you on our update list.  Thank you for loving and supporting us in so many ways.

Chris Watson
ccwatson@yahoo.com,