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PASTOR GENERAL'S REPORT, July 3, 1980
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Mr. Clore's prospective member list remains at 10, while he has performed
10 baptisms since his arrival in Cameroon. One member recently lost his
job because of Sabbath keeping. Remember that these brethren are daily
facing hardships we haven't yet experienced in this country. Please
continue praying so that the Church in Cameroon may be officially recog
nized.
Special visit: Sixteen teenagers from the church in Martinique along with
several adults, will travel to the United States, July 27, to give a folk
loric presentation to the churches in New York, Buffalo, Montreal, and
from August 12 to 17 they will be in Pasadena--their final destination
before returning home.
Comments From Monthly Church Reports
JACKSONVILLE, NC--DON ENGLE: It would be less than accurate to say there
are not a few problems in the area, but fortunately, for the most part,
these difficulties are not of an "abnormal" nature. Overall, the Church
has solidified under the heat of legal pressures and the intensity of
world affairs with their relationship to prophecy. There has been an
excellent response to Mr. Armstrong's writing recently on tithing and the
doctrine of "Porneia."
The Pentecost offering averaged well over $15.00
per person, which is excellent for this area of the country.
FAYETTEVILLE, NC--JIM PEOPLES: The Church is stable. Negative comments
have been near zero for the past several months. People want to know
about Mr. Armstrong's travels and plans. If possible we would like for.
Mr. Armstrong to continue with his Bible study tapes. They were helpful
and inspiring.
PIKEVILLE, KY--WARREN J. HEATON III: Member involvement in Church
activities shows a marked increase. PM activity is increasing. Lethargic
members are regaining interest. Church attendance is on the increase.
Baptism requests are up.
The public Bible lectures have produced bountiful fruits. There are
several new people genuinely interested in God's Church, some of whom
have been listening to the broadcast and receiving the P.T. for 15 to 20
years and now wish to attend Church.
BOWLING GREEN, KY--KENT FENTRESS: Attitudes are excellent--most express
ing a very open desire to overcome. Lack of money for gas is an increas
ing problem for a few.
RICHMOND, VA--KENNETH GIESE: Mr. Armstrong's recent remarks on third
tithe and D & R brought excellent response from the entire congregation.
Many continually comment on Mr. Armstrong's continued drive to get the
Church back on track.
HUNTSVILLE/FLORENCE, AL--LAWSON J. TUCK: I see a trend of growing unity
of mind and zeal among the brethren. I feel the weekly Bible studies have
contributed to this. I have been encouraged by the increasing Bible study
attendance, which shows me where people's hearts are.