so i told you all I was preparing for the UCCF Forum. well it went really really well.
Me and Marie camped for 4 days and exhibited on the TTR stand for 18 hours. it was cold at nights, but it was well worth attending!!
the forum was a hive of activity, with approx. 1000 people attending. there was a lively friendly atmosphere and a very relaxed feeling.
during our four days on the stand, Marie and I were privileged to speak to a lot of people. all were focused on finding their next opportunity to serve God. we had an encouraging amount of genuine interest in our work, with people signing up to keep in touch and get involved. we didn't only speak to delegates, but were further encouraged by other exhibiters showing an interest in the work of Through The Roof.
the UCCF Forum was for students and comprised a great number of Christian Unions from a wide range of Universities from all round the UK. the Integr8 program appealed strongly, as did the various mission trips ran by both Integr8 and Wheels.
Marie and I both felt that Forum was "the place to be" and were so encouraged and are praying that God blesses the new contacts we have made and gives them opportunities to serve him within Through The Roof and in their daily lives.
it was so wonderful to see so many Christians gathered together in one place with the joint aim of looking to serve God, and praising his name. I hope and pray that Through The Roof can attend next years Forum, and be part of the great experience again. even though it was cold at nights (remember we were camping in september), the wonderful atmosphere of Christians united kept us warm during the day.
I can't wait to see how God will use the new contacts! a big thank you to Marie for accompanying me!
Next event on my TTR calendar is speaking at Maidstone DCF with Alan on 13th October.
as for me, I had some time off after Forum, and managed to fracture my foot while not concentrating as I walked along a path. so I am now sporting an attractive walking boot and am told i need to ware it for 4 weeks. fun times :-)
thank you for your prayers and support, please do contact me if you have a group i can speak too
philippa@throughtheroof.org
