A Little Rest

This week we had the privilege of attending a missionary retreat in Split, Croatia. This retreat was hosted by Christian Hospitality Network whose mission statement reads in part:

The Christian Hospitality Network is committed to bringing Christian workers, travelers and innkeepers together in a way that encourages everyone. We are continually working to find ways to carry “A cold cup of water in Jesus’ name.” Our main outreach comprises a network of over 1000 B&B and Country Inns who see Hospitality as a Biblical Virtue. They agree to provide lodging free of adult rated viewing material and give substantial discounts to Missionaries, Pastors and Christian workers. We also provide regular Missionary GetAways giving times of rest to front line Christian workers overseas.

As well as the CHN affiliates, these getaways are made possible by the generous donations of believers such as the Cathy family of Chic-fil-A restaurants, and Bill & Gloria Gaither. The only cost to us was the cost of travel and any souvenirs or other items we purchased.

There were approximately 250 missionaries from 26 countries at this retreat in Croatia. It was a great opportunity to relax, refresh and network with the other missionaries. We appreciate the generosity of everyone who made this possible.

Inside Diocletian's palace grounds in Split, Croatia

Beautiful view from the hotel balcony

 Not only did we have a refreshing, relating time at the missionary retreat, we were also able to enjoy hot showers and baths the whole time.  When we returned to our apartment in Debrecen, however, we discovered the gas is still off.  The weather is getting cooler, so the little space heater we have is working overtime.  More work is scheduled on Tuesday on the gas lines.  Hopefully, the authorities will be satisfied soon that everything is up to code and will restore our gas connection!