This evening I spoke at a united service at Chislehurst Methodist church where we commissioned Matt, the new director of Chislehurst YFC.

This was a good supporting occasion where I kind of challenged the local people. I drew their attention to the fact that rich areas seem to give little to mission projects, whereas poor areas give more. I challenged the people tonight to break that mould and so give out of their richness to support Matt and assist him in developing the team he needs to work with him.

People spoke to me after the service so I guess I did not challenge and upset them enough! I hope I made them think. In fact the after service chats were good – even if I was made jealous by a local ordained woman able to do loads of skiing – but, hey, some of us have to do the work!!

afterwards I went for a pint of Spitfire with Matt so I could learn more about him and answer his questions about YFC and stuff. Just by him asking for a Spitfire I knew he was going to be a good bloke!

Matt is going to be a great guy for Chislehurst; passionate, energetic and a strong will to remain focused and get things done. I see here a young man that is passionate about his calling of reaching he young people of Chislehurst and will not allow himself to be distracted from that.

I really hope the local people are able to take this opportunity and support him as much as they can. I look forward to my next visit!