The colors of fall...

What a glorious time this is to be serving our King! We are not just servants, but also friends of God. (John 15:15) The Lord has brought us into a season where we are drawing near to Him in a fresh, intimate way. God is doing exciting things here in Paarl.

As you can see, we are moved into our new place & the Lord has totally blessed. (we live in the bottom part of the house)
Last week, we had a great opportunity to team up with the Dream Team (Miqlat Ministries) and hold a Holiday Club (vacation bible school) out on the farms that we regularly minister to each week. The kids on the farms enjoyed connecting with the college students that make up the Dream Team, as did the Dream Team enjoyed the chance to begin building a relationship with these kids on the farms.
Two weeks ago, I was able to participate in coaching a Basketball Clinic led by a fellow American missionary that specializes in Sports Evangelism. We were able to teach over 30 kids the great game of basketball, while sharing the gospel at the same time. Praise the Lord, kids accepted Christ! It was an awesome experience that I won't soon forget.
Currently, we are seeing new faces on Sunday mornings at church. God is directing this church plant in such an amazing way. People in the community are realizing & desiring to see balance within the church, and that is the same vision that God gave us in coming to South Africa and planting this church.
In two weeks, Joy's parents (as well as a team from our sending church) will be arriving here in South Africa. We are so excited to see Mom & Pop! Emme tells us all the time, "Poppa is coming! Grandma is coming! Yeah!" We look forward to that time that we can share with them.
Please pray for us that we would learn the language here (Afrikaans), as that remains to be somewhat of a barrier in our ministry. We are looking into being tutored, so pray that God gives us the ability to absorb and communicate the language quickly.
Also, please be praying for God's leading in future ministry opportunities. I have been invited to be a guest at one of the local high school's Christian club to lead worship. Pray that we may be salt and light to this community, and hearts would turn to Christ. Join with us in prayer that churches would adhere to the Word of God, and not stray from the truth or water it down.
We appreciate all of your love and support. We enjoy the chance to connect with you over emails, and are blessed to live in a world today where we are able to have that instant type of access in communication. Be blessed and have a wonderful day!

In Christ,

The Sextons
Some friends from the Dream Team came over to play games and Emerson didn't want to miss out on any of the fun!







Sunday morning service during worship.








Emerson made the most of gardening, it was too much fun to watch her!








Two friends, Shiloh & Emme, taking a walk on the beach.