Dear Praying Friends,

Thank you so much for praying for our engagement with artists. Last week our pilot Art O'Clock had 5 artists share for 5 minutes (with an additional 5 minutes of questions regarding their work) - and we were able to start tweaking the program for our next iteration.

Christian's video installation was a great hit - 43 people attended, including a few new neighbors who enjoyed the work. One neighbor has been checking us out online, and outright asked, "You aren't Christian missionaries, are you?" When we affirmed that we were, he asked a few more questions... we don't fit in the preconceived box he has - which always makes me laugh a little.

Open Mic attracted more than 50 people, had some amazing acts, and was a lot of fun! That means that ministries Envision Berlin is connected with reached more than 75 people interested in arts (there was some overlap between events) last week. Exciting! Pray that these connections help move people into deeper relationships with Jesus.

Please keep praying for our site as we transition at the end of a season, with interns returning to the US and new interns arriving soon.

Other prayer requests:

1. Josh's schooling away (for a month) is coming up in a few weeks.
2. Caleb leaves on Saturday for 2 weeks with his band to do some recording.
3. Caleb and I will be performing a couple of new songs I have written at the open mic on Friday night.
4. The business of the summer has caught up with Elissa a little and she is feeling a bit weary. Can you pray for strength?

As always, I could write more!! We are so appreciative of your prayers. How can we pray for you in the coming week?

Blessings,

mike