isidore family NEWSLETTER

Brian, Christa, & Tori

Missionaries to Copenhagen, Denmark

 

To contact us...

Email: isidoresincph@gmail.com

Brian: +45 71 65 83 14

Christa: +45 71 65 57 70

Mailing Address:

Kirken I Kulturcenteret

Drejervej 11-21

DK-2400 Kobenhavn NV

Attn: Brian & Christa Isidore

Meet Jarle Tangstad

Lead Pastor of Copenhagen Christian Church

website:kirkenikulturcenteret.dk 

facebook: facebook.com/jarle.tangstad

 

This month we are honored to share with you an article written for you from Jarle Tangstad, the Lead Pastor of Copenhagen Christian Church.  In this article Jarle shares of the need for missions and outreach in Denmark, and why your support is so vital to the work that needs to be done here...

The Isidore’s in Copenhagen

"A Gift & Opportunity"

written by Jarle Tangstad

 

We are so grateful for the surprising gift to be "homechurch" for the Isidore’s as missionaries in Europe.

 

Therefore, thanks to supporters and partners in the United States. You're backing up a mission field that's bigger than you imagine. I usually say that the biggest mission challenges today are primarily in the Islamic world (Middle East) and then in the post-Christian world (Europe). The rest of the world today has a Christianity that has an influence and plays an important role in society.

 

Our church's primary area has these two populations. Denmark is one of the most secular countries in Europe and our district is one of the most mixed areas with western students and middle eastern immigrants. In addition, Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark, a central student and traffic center for Scandinavia and an old bridgehead for the Baltic countries.

 

Isidore’s are real missionaries willing to pay the price and with the ability to enter the current culture with a warmth and flexibility that attracts and creates trust. I know that you as support and partners have already discovered it, otherwise you would not support. So I'll come back for the next time I'm allowed and there describe their minsitry seen from my angel. J

 

Instead, I would like to give you some pervasive facts about the culture they have arrived:

On the surface, Europeans and Americans can look like each other. But just that can cheat. When traveling to China, Africa or the Middle East, there is a clear difference and everyone can see the missionary needs.

 

But below the surface there is a big difference between Europe and the United States, especially regarding Faith and Christianity. 

 

The first fact box shows the importance of religion in Europe. Here you can see that Scandinavia and the Baltic countries are at the bottom.

The next fact box shows what people believe in. And here we can see that the personal God is replaced by a force or something abstract. The study does not show what the personal God covers, but a small part of them with that belief, believe in a God who saves through Jesus Christ. 

The third fact box is quotes from an American researcher who, about 10 years ago, took a stay in Denmark to find out how the faith appeared in Denmark. I think he hits spot on in his description…

 With these facts, you can see that the challenge lies in meeting people, building relationships and creating relevance to faith. Otherwise, they do not even have a language or an understanding framework to open up in.

 

This challenge, the Isidore  family takes up in an impressive way with the ability to reach out, engage and, in its practical approach, be examples of what it means to move from an abstract religious assumption to an egaged life as God's children and servants. 

 

We are looking forward to the years to come and seeing the Isidore’s create a base’s for teams from the US. That will create outreach opportunities for missions teams and missionaries.

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..Living Life Together...

In January Christa & Stephanie (pictured on the left) started a Women's Life Group.  We meet at a cafe name Sweet Surrender, which happens to be a perfect way of describing our weekly gatherings.  We meet every Friday morning for coffee & cakes, and talk about real life and how Jesus is relevant in it all.  Right now we have between 6-8 ladies weekly.  

Serving at Klippen in Copenhagen

Each week Brian serves at Klippen in Copenhagen, which is a group that works with Teen Challenge to help people dealing with addictions in Denmark.  Those who come are served dinner, then they experience a time of Worship & The Word... and there is always time to sit and talk.  

...Discipleship & Mentoring...

Meet Susanne...

This beautiful lady in the picture with Christa is named Susanne!  Susanne and Christa started meeting together weekly in December... it was at their first meeting that Susanne rededicated her life to Christ!  Now she is learning what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ!  

 

Please keep Susanne in your prayers as she is pursing a deeper relationship with Christ!

Meet Mads...

Brian & Mads met last year when Brian came to look for housing for our family.  When we moved over in October, Mads immediately connected with our family and shared of his hunger to grow in the Lord.  Mads gave his life to Jesus 2-years ago, and has been hungry for someone to walk with and disciple him.  We are thankful the Lord is using our family to walk alongside Mads!

 

Pray for Mads, as he allows the Lord to work in his life.

Hi, today I am writing about EPHESIANS 6:10-11...

 

“Finally be strong in the Lord and his mighty power. Put on the armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.”

 

WOW so powerful. I think EVERYONE can use this in their EVERYDAY life. Being a missionary the devil is always trying to attack me and my family. So we always have the belt of truth , the breastplate of rightesness , the gospel of peace, and the shield of faith on.

All parts of the armor are needed while working for the kingdom of God.

 

The devil will not succeed in his attack on you if you are walking in the Full Armor!!!!!!!!!!!

LOVE,

Tori

...Housing Update...

We are happy to announce that we are moving into an apartment at the church for the next 6-months.  It will be a true blessing to save money on transportation, and to live in the Norrebro community.

 

There is a possibility of a house becoming available for us to rent starting in September... please pray for God's provision.

 

 

 

 

...Celebrating 21 years...

On February 15th, we celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary.  What a gift it was to spend our day together in the center of God's will and purpose for our marriage.  

 

As we look back and see how much the Lord has done in us individually, and together as a couple... we are absolutely humbled that he would use us. 

 

If He can use us... He can definitely use you!  

...Your partnership is IMPORTANT...

Your partnership in prayer and monthly giving is how we are able to minister here in Denmark.  It is because of your giving that we are able to build relationship with others, share Jesus with them, and show them what it means to be a follower of Jesus.  

 

You should see the faces of those that hear of the support you give just so they can hear the good news of Jesus Christ.  It has opened doors and conversations in ways you may never know - until you reach heaven.

 

Thank you for all you do!  We appreciate your faithful prayers and faithful giving... BOTH are so vital to all we are doing here!

 

If you would like to give monthly, or give a one-time gift, please click on the button below.  Each gift is tax-deductable, and an eternal investment!

 
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