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BRIGRr OOIRERCR — A SPECSMm REPORT August 27, 1994

A Hasty Journey (brief furlough)On July 17, 1994, Nathan, Tai, and Twyla Bright left Kotoka International Airportfor the united States. Nathan and Tai had not been in the U.S. since June 21, 1991.After an extra 24 hour stay in Schiphol International Airport in Amsterdam, we weredelighted to be met in Indianapolis by daughter Tasha and John and Barbara Roll. TheRolls have been Tasha's second parents for the past year.

Since we arrived on July 19th we have had a busy and joyful time. We have accomplishedmost of the tasks we needed to complete, and some that were added after we arrived.

As I write this we are ccor^leting our packing. It is so hard to leave our wonderfuladult children behind. Most of us have a hard time having our children leave the"nest" and adjusting to the clmnges. It creates a whole different challenge "when ^the "nest" has left the continent. V\

Thank you from the depths of our hearts to all who have made our time here a blessing.We owe a "very special thank you to Frank and Lois Nichols who have provided a homebase for the three of us and Tasha during our time here.

Our journey will close "wh^ we arrive home to Tim on August 30, 1994. America is anincredibly blessed country, but Ghana is the home God has for us at this time.

Health ReportMedical care -was a major factor in planning our agenda.

Nathan, Tasha, Tai, and Twyla all had dental check-ups. Tasha has a specialdental situation, but it "was decided to continue to watch and pray rather than haveoral surgery and braces. Nathan had two small cavities filled, his first ever.Twyla and Tai just needed their teeth cleaned. Thank you. Dr. Stults, for yourexcellent care.

Nathan and Tai had physicals, and the doctor declared them fit. It "was comfortingto know that our efforts at self-medication are working.

Twyla had a check-up by her heart doctor. She "was only able to stay on the treadmillfor 1/3 of the time she had two years ago. The doctor suspected anemia, but theblood tests "were all okay. On her trip back from a week at her mother's, Twylahurt her back. A trip to the chiropractor revealed that part of Twyla's heartproblem stems frcxti a back problon she has had since her teens. The chiropractorhas shown her an exercise to help keep the vertebrae with the missing part settled"Where it belongs.

The malaria medication appears to also contribute to the problem, so please prayfor a shield of protection against this disease.

Tasha, Nathan, Tai, and Twyla all had eye examinations. Tasha had to have new lensesfor her glasses. Nathan has to go back to using his glasses for periods of closereading or time on the conputer. Tai has glasses now, and is enjoying being able to

see clearly. Twyla was pleased to learn that the bifocals she had had made in Ghanaare close to correct.

Family TimeTime with our loved ones was a primary concern on this trip. We deeply regret thatwe were unable to have time with Doug, Twyla's brother, and his family. Also, wewere only able to spend a very short time with Teresa. We have tried to compensatewith several phone calls.

July 23rd and 24th was family reunion time. Teresa and her friend, Paul Dulgov,flew to Indianapolis. Nathan, Tasha, Tai, and Twyla drove to Indy. Lance came homefrom church camp. Kathleen, Lance's wife, drove back home from a visit to herbrother's family. Kris drove to Indy on Sunday after church. For an hour and ahalf Twyla had all her children together for the first time in over three years.What a joy to be blessed with such special children who are a privilege to sharewith and know.

We were able to have some excellent sharing times with Tim's parents, Gerald andHelen Bright. We were able to spend a weekend in Stanton, KY, with Tim's sister'sfamily, Donna and David Bowden.

Twyla was able to fly to Oklahoma and visit family there. Nathan, Tasha, and Taistayed at Lance and Kathleen's while Twyla flew to Oklahoma City. Twyla was delightedto find her cousins Rita, Rhonda, and Mary Jean and two of their daughters to welcomeher. Twyla's time spent with her mother was good. Her mother has had surgery forbreast cancer and was to finish her radiation treatments this week. We pray Godwill continue to bless her with His strength and healing. Seeing family in Oklahomawas bittersweet. We are all growing older, and some of us may not meet again untilwe arrive home in Heaven.

Our family time will end with a birthday party picnic at the airport on Monday. Itis -Kcfchleen's birthday, and she and Lance will meet us there. Kris has kindlytaken the day off frcmi work and will drive us to the airport. Tasha will be at herclasses at Cincinnati Bible College. Teresa will be attending her classes at Arizonastate University.

I hate goodbyes, but am eager to be back with Tim.

If you would like to write any of our children to share your love and encouragement,their addresses follow:

Kris Bright Phone: (317) ,847-2470. This is his landlord,1646 Hopewell Road please use for emergencies only.Fountain City, IN 47341

Lance and Kathleen Bright4251 Haughey Avenue., A-4Indianapolis, IN 46208Phone: (317) 931-1256

Teresa BrightArizona State UniversityMariposa Hall, Box 125Tempe, AX 85282

Phone: (602) 784-9773

Tasha BrightCincinnati Bible CollegeBox 36

2700 Glenway AvenueCincinnati, OH 45204Phone: (513) 244-8413

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From left to right: Kris, Tasha, Kathleen,Lance, Tai, Nathan, Paul, Teresa, Twyla

God's Family TimeWe were blessed by being able to see and share with many of you. Two specialblessings were the week we spent as the missionaries for Vacation Bible School atSpartanburg and the week as missionaries at Junior High camp at Camp Christian.

Thank you to all who invited us to share and report on our work in Ghana. It wasa blessing and encouragement to be among our Christian brothers and sisters, manyof whom are also prayer partners. I was able to share in special presentations ofour work twenty times in the last six weeks.

Thank you for listening and caring. May God continue to bless you richly.

Hz.ias

AF^DCAW MISSDOi E¥AM©ELDSM, MC.In Affiliation with Ghana Christian College and Seminary

Tim &Twyla Bright Family Frank &Lois Nichols, Fwd. AgentsP.O. 80x 5722 3900 KoonsRdAccra N., Ghana, W. Africa New Madison, OH 45346Ph/Fax: 01 1-233-21-224469 51 3-997-6718

OCTOBER, 1994

THAMKSSSViWG BLESSiWOSWith love and joy we offer our deepest thanks to you, our faithful supporters in prayer, finances, andlove. As you celebrate your thanksgiving season in America we want to offer our thanks to God and toyou for your generous and heartfelt gifts. May God bless you and may you have a very warm and happyThanksgiving with those whoare special to you.

OCTOBEEi EVENITSAT GHANA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE 96 full-time students - a new record!

LAND/RELOCATION - The land is still waiting to be settled. Proper surveying and an indentureneed to be completed so that the land can be owned by the College. Please pray that these matters aresettled as soon as possible. A"CONCEPT" Booklet has been initiated by David Kalb and drawn bySutherland and Sutherland of Accra, Ghana. The College is now engaged in changing many of the neededareas of the "Concept" so that "flnal"drawing can be made. Please pray for wisdom by faculty and Boardof Regent members as decisions are made. Meeting 12/7/94.AT THE BRIGHT'S

One of the main events of the Bright household was mid-term break at GIS which provided theopportunity for Nathan and Tai to travel to Kumasi to visit friends during the final October weekend(Wed. - Sun.). Needless to say Tim and Twyla enjoyed ashort break together.

The A.M.E. mission team of Accra traveled to Kumasi and Sunyani to visit our co-workersmissionaries for a joint meeting on Oct. 29, and visit with national elders and leaders of the SunyaniChristian Church. The visit was very profitable, however the travel was tiresome especially throughthe darkness and in the rain on narrow two lane roads full ofchuck holes for 3 hours. Tim did the bulkof the driving.

PLEASE PRAY For: (A suggested schedule for each day)1) Health and strength. We have been pretty good. Twyla is recovering from pneumonia. She —

had to miss a week of work at GIS. She is slowing gaining. Tai is now sick.Tue.^_2) The College land and relocation.Wei^ 1^) Peace in Ghana. Wars and rumors wars, skirmishes etc. abound with our neighbors. The

Northern area of Ghana is at peace now, but very tense.Thurs. 4) Nathan and Tai have final exams for the term in a few weeks (end of Nov.-1st part of Dec.).

Please remember our family in the states.Fri. 5) Electrical power is still rationed although the Akosombo Dam is filling. It is over the

critical mark now by nearly 8 ft., but still has over 20 ft. to reach capacity. OURV—/ ELECTRICAL POWER HAS TRIPLED AND IS RETROACTIVE TO JULY, 1994.

What cost $35 a month now cost $100.Sat. 6) The 60 Christian Churches in the Country and over 30 preaching points in the north. Most

churches only receive $1-2 in their offerings each week.Sun. 7) The boldness, courage and wisdom to speak the message God places on our hearts to convert

and nurture the lost.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN WITH TIM OCTOBEROct. 1-2: At Esikuma-Gomoa, a new church planted in August for a weekend revival. There

were 9 conversions.

Oct. 9. At Akplane, the oldest Christian Church in Ghana. Tim officiated communion service fora regional rally day.

Oct. 16: At Akraman, a self-supporting church that built their fine chapel WITHOUT outsidehelp. These people are pineapple farmers. Ghana Christian College is training their preacher.

Oct. 23: At Abeka Christian Church. Tim taught a seminar on stewardship.

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Oct. 28-30: Kumasi, Sunyani (200 miles inland).NOVEMBER

Nov. 5-6: At Ashaiman (Nicolas Otumfo). Tim taught a session on evangelism and participatedin the first annual celebration of the church. There were over 200 present on Sunday, Nov. 6..Theyincluded delegations from a number of area Christian Churches. There were 4 conversions. One was agirl from the northern part of Ghana whose family has settled in the area. She is from the Fra Frapeople, one of the target people groups for evangelism. The film, "Jesus" was rained out on Sat. night.

Nov. 12-13: At Adyembra village. Western Regional Convention. Show "Jesus" Film. 10accepted Christ.

Nov. 19-20: At Fumesua. Tim and students go for evangelistic meeting and seminar to a Churchplanted earlier in Feb. of 1994.

Nov. 27: Osu (Accra). Tim visits and preaches at the newly planted church where FrancisAgordzo is ministering.

SEPT.General Mission Account

Balance on Fland 9/1/94ReceiptsExpensesBalance on Hand 9/30/94OCT.General Mission Account

Balance on Hand 10/1/94ReceiptsExpensesBalance 11/1/94

FINANCIAL REPORT

737.062647.54

1563.601821.00

Housing, Personal, & Ministry2974.470

02974.47

Housing, Personal & Ministry1821.00 2974.471905.52 2000.002925.24 0

801.28 4924.47Thank you very much! We praise God for the support. There is ample to pay housing for the rent due1.3/1/94. For detailed account and any further questions, please contact Mrs. Lois Nichols.

THE WESTERN REGIONAL CONVENTION - A study in contradictions!I tossed and turned on my rain soaked bed. I heard drumming in the distance. I had no idea what

time it was, only that night was still lingering. I dozed chancing for a bit more sleep only to beawakened this time by the loud buzz of a chain saw right outside my one room mud house that I sharedwith two of my helpers, and where a number of others had stored their clothes. This time I arousedenough to slowly make my way to the door. Daylight had now enveloped the village. The host evangelistinvited me to a "hot" bath. This sounded great. He led me to a three sided "bathhouse" made of bamboopoles tied together with palm leaves. One does not want to lean on the wall! There was no "door", cloth,or covering of any kind on the opening. A bucket of simmering water just off of the fire sat firmly onthe few stones. Ienjoyed the bucket bath. It was the first "hot" bath I had in weeks since ours at thehouse in out and we cannot seem to find a competent plumber. Igot ready for services that morningwhen Iwould preach.

Later that morning I learned that the prayer meeting that woke me so early had been at 4:30 am!The evening before we had Just finished showing the "Jesus" film and taking confessions. There were 10people who had accepted Christ. I had Just settled onto the bed when the rain storm that had beensteadily moving in our direction all evening finally let loose with everything. Rain dripped on the bed,but the floor was dry. My colleagues took my old (35 yrs.!) sleeping bag for a mattress and slept on thefloor. I found a dry place on the bed.

The service moved right along until the offering time. That took 1/12 hours. They were tryingto raise $80 to pay some of the expenses. I think the 200 + people came a bit short. When I was readyto leave there were 50 people who wanted me to haul their baggage over the 3 miles of rain soaked hills.By this time it was 1 pm and was getting very hot. I had to lighten the load and only took one sick olderwoman to the junction where she ' could wait for the others. After getting out to check the trail 6times, stopping to push and get unstuck twice going up the steep hill, and inching our way to the mainhighway 30 minutes had passed and I was thankful. Now my student team and I were on our way toAccra where I would preach the evening service, and did last night. Just a another day to be thankfulfor God's providential care!. THANK YOU AGAIN, IN CHRIST. LOVE, THE BRIGHTS

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