Dear Friend:

"Churfirsten." This is the German name for a mountain range comprised of seven jagged, snowcapped peaks affectionately known as "the Saw of God." Those attending the European Congress of Fundamental Bible Believing Christians (June 17-20, 2002) were treated to this breathtaking view each day. Not only was the handiwork of God evident in the gigantic saw-like teeth that enclosed one end of the lush Toggenburg Valley, but it was also evident in the 15 preaching sessions that comprised the heart of the congress.

In these services, the spiritual "saw of God," the Bible, wrought a work in our lives, cutting away the dead wood and smoothing and shaping our lives into greater conformity to the image of His Son. Both the preaching and the fellowship with brothers and sisters in Christ from all over Europe provided alpine high points of the week.

Congress host evangelist Peter Steiner made each delegate feel welcome as he rolled out the red carpet for nearly 350 guests. The high turnout completely exceeded our expectations, and the positive feedback we received from missionaries, national pastors, and laymen also indicated that God was at work in a very special way.

The European Congress of Fundamental Bible-Believing Christians was a mountaintop experience that will not be soon forgotten. Praise the Lord for His goodness and grace to do His work in our midst.

We have tentatively slated the next regional congress to be held in Sao Paulo, Brazil, May 19-22, 2003. The details have not been confirmed, but we are looking to the Lord for His guidance.

I hope you can join us for future congresses. Kindest regards.

Sincerely yours,

Bob Jones III
Chairman