june-2014

When you emigrated to Spain, did you cometo retire to a warmer climate, or was there apurpose for re-locating?When I came to Spain it was difficult to leavefamily members behind and all that was familiar,so, why leave you may ask. All my life Ihave always put God first, it was He that createdme. Growing up within a Christian familywas a good grounding for my values in life.The Lord tells us in the Bible to go out into allthe world and make disciples. Tell as manypeople as possible how much He loves them.This was the main reason for my husband andI re-locating, specifically to an English speakingurbanisation, although all are welcomewhatever nationality here in Spain, to letpeople know the great love that Jesus has foryou all, and to let you know about His eternalhome where as Christians we will be with Himat the end of our lives on earth.We had the privilege of planting the OliveBranch Christian Fellowship on Camposol almosteleven years ago and by the grace ofGod we are still here.Do you ever wonder what will happen to youbefore you leave earth??BIBLE stands for Basic Instructions BeforeLeaving Earth.If you wish to know more about the amazinglove Christ has for you, why not join us everySunday morning on the Cultural Centre, CamposolB at 10.30am? We serve Communioneach Sunday.You can contact Pastor Ralph and MargaretLocke on 968 199 622 or 618 720 181.I recently decided to take the kids away for afew day’s quick break before the guests startarriving for summer 2014, as once thoseflights start rolling in, I have no chance of evena quick getaway until November!! We decidedon a few days up the coast in Almeria, justfor a change of scene, and whilst there took aday trip to the Oasys Theme park, commonlyknown as “Mini Hollywood”.From the Mazarrón region, take the A7 motorwaypast Vera and exit 514, then head foreither the N340a to Tabernas, or the A92 Granadaroad exit 376. We went via the A92 andthe entrance to the park is just off the mainroad. Confusingly, there seems to be severalof these Movie Museums within a few kilometresof each other, but Oasys seemed the bestoption for a day trip, as the Movie Museumis combined with a Zoo park and SwimmingPools in high season.The entrance fees weren’t too bad, but beaware that you will be asked if you wantto take the buffet menu as well and at 17€a head we decided not to! There are othersnack bars serving sandwiches, crisps and icecreams, so for families, either take a picnicor eat at the snack bars to keep costs down.The best bit for the kids was the old Wild WestTown and they really enjoyed looking throughall the buildings, although I couldn’t get themto go and watch the Can-Can Show in the saloon!We spent an hour or so in the town,then moved on to the Zoo Park and spent anothercouple of hours there. Be warned andwear comfy shoes as there is a lot of walking!There is a Parrot Show daily, a Western Showand Can-Can Dancing, so keep an eye on thetimes and plan your visit accordingly.We had a great day out and I’d thoroughlyrecommend it and you can see from the photosthat the kids got more than they bargainedfor!In association with Costa Cálida International Radio and www.angloINFO.comThe desert in the area surrounding Tabernasis famous for having served as the backdropfor many movies, mainly “Spaghetti Westerns”and over the years films such as “TheGood, The Bad and The Ugly” were shot inthe area.Calle Sobrija 2248,D20, CamposolJust like everyone else, I’m going to say theobvious, “Where has the time gone?”This month St Nicholas Church celebratesthe 3 rd anniversary of our new church buildingbeing blessed. It really doesn’t feel thatlong ago when we were so excited abouthaving our own designated place of worshipfor which we had prayed and saved forso long. We knew it was meant to be, butit taught us a great lesson in patience andmade us realise that our timing and that ofthe Lord’s didn’t necessarily agree! But herewe are, having a special weekend of celebrations.From 6 th to 8 th June we have special eventstaking place. On the Saturday we would likeyou all to come into the church to enjoy thePage 16Flower Festival, the music and also to havea look around and see inside, as many ofyou only know about us from the directionalsigns around Camposol! There will also bestalls and other attractions. Members of theclergy and congregation will be on handto answer any of your questions or just tohave a chat. Our Sunday Holy CommunionService will be celebrated with the Germanspeaking branch of St Nicholas. Please comealong to help us give thanks on this specialoccasion, everyone will be most welcome.God Bless, Rev Maureen.Services for JuneSunday 1 st Songs of PraiseSunday 8 th Holy CommunionSunday 15 th Morning PrayerSunday 22 nd Holy CommunionSunday 29 th Family/5th Sunday ServiceAs well as these services, we offer those ofLiz EdmistonOwnersAway Property Rentals & ManagementTel 691 977 107info@ownersaway.comwww.ownersaway.comWedding, Holy Baptism, Confirmation andFunerals. We have a Pastoral Care Groupthroughout the year with people to listen,talk and help anyone sick or in need. ThisPastoral Care is absolutely confidential.For further information please contact:Rev Maureen Kent 968 970 637/636 099679Rev Deacon Bill Coyle 634 143 260Pastor Eberhard Klute 968 978 961, GermanBranch.Costa Cálida Chronicle: Please tell our customers where you saw their advertisement tSales Contact Teresa 619 199 407 or for the Editor Contact Patti 646 005 017www.costacalidachronicle.com email: costacalidachronicle@gmail.com