Sweet Fellowship

Something that we missed the first week we spent in Italy was our home church and the sweet fellowship. We missed being able to stay after the sermon and talk with friends, laugh, and just enjoy the company and encouragement of fellow believers.

This past summer, we found an evangelical church in our neighborhood. At first, we attended mostly out of obedience. We did not understand much of what was being said during the sermon. The people in the church attempted to talk to us, but the conversation depth was not sufficient. Once the pastor and congregation realized that we were not just there for vacation, they began to ask more questions. And by that time, we were able to explain why we are here.

We started attending a home Bible study with a few members of the church. Through spending more time with this congregation, we have grown to love them. They are now a huge part of our life here in Naples. When we are unable to attend, we miss them. This past Sunday, we had an incredible time worshiping with them, digging deep into The Word of God with them, and then we had a sweet time of fellowship afterward, laughing, talking, and just being together. It's nice to have that again. Please pray for Pastor Franco and the congregation of this church.