To: Chris Kelly
Dear Chris, You wrote, "I am extremely interested to know what the exclusive Brethren believe and what are the Scriptural foundations for some of what I have been told by them; the point is that none of them seem to know. It seems to me that they 'do what they are told'. I have friends (so to speak) of their persuasion and simply cannot understand if they need biblical help or not" …
Because this may be of general interest, I am posting it in Yours in the Lord, Gordon.
From: Chris Kelly
Dear Gordon,
I have always been a great fan of Darby and Coates and fail to understand
how things have gone so far from what they were originally given to do by
God.
Once again, thank you, Regards in Jesus, Chris Kelly.
To: Chris Kelly
Dear Chris,
As to, "are there any in New Zealand who I could meet and discuss things with?",
Perhaps both of you would let me know if you make contact, and how you get on. Yours in our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Sara KennedyChris Kelly
chrisillesAThotmail.com
Auckland, New Zealand
Sat, 29 Apr 2000
Thank you for visiting "My Brethren" and for your inquiry.
My Answer 1: Beliefs of "Exclusive Brethren".
Sun, 30 Apr 2000
Thank you for your swift reply, the information you gave only increases my fears for the few 'genuine' christians I know of in the 'Jims'.
Tue, 02 May 2000
As to your question Chris, through various circumstances the
few here in Toronto do not have many 'formal' links of fellowship
elsewhere.Sara Kennedy
welovegordAThotmail.com
Burlington, ON, Canada
| August 25, 2003: This message appeared on another site. I just want to let all the friends and family of (William) Gordon Hewines know that he passed away peacefully this evening. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. He is survived by his wife, Ruth (Blain), his four children, Cameron, Calvin, Valerie and Gary as well as 5 grandchildren … I never really knew my grandfather, but a great legacy has been passed on through the generations. |
To: Sara Kennedy
Fri, 29 Aug 2003
Dear Sara,
Thanks for the notice re Gordon Hewines, who we remember well as we do
many of the Hamilton-Burlington brethren.
Perhaps you will visit our web site and sign the Guest Book.
In our Lord Jesus, Gordon and Betty Rainbow.
From: Sara Kennedy
Fri, 29 Aug 2003
Hello,
I very much appreciate hearing from you. Hearing from anyone who knew my grandfather gives me a better idea about who he was.
I have, in fact, visited your site before. I have only glanced at it in the past, but I will probably take more time to browse it in the near future.
Again, thank you for writing. Sara ;)
To: Philip Gillmore Kerkham
Dear Philip, Yours in the Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Philip Gillmore Kerkham
Dear Gordon, Philip.
From: Philip Gillmore Kerkham
It is with regret, but joy in knowing that she is now free, that
I inform you of the death of my dear mother, Grace Kerkham nee Gillmore,
16th July 1913 - 2nd July 2001.
Philip Gillmore Kerkham.
To: Philip Gillmore Kerkham
Dear Philip, In our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
To: Norman Kirk
Dear Norman, You would be very welcome on "My Brethren" and we would be glad to hear
any news.
Yours in the Lord, Gordon and Betty.
From: Norm Kirk
Dear Gordon and Betty; I haven't reviewed all of those listed on Wyman's net but it is nice to see
names of some who I know and I shall also bring up "My Brethren". Thanks for
inviting me to it.
I hope this finds you well and I'm pleased that you contacted me.
Love in Him, Norm.
To: Norm Kirk
Dear Norm, With our love in the Lord Jesus, Gordon and Betty.
To: Bill Knapp
Dear Bill,
We don't have any tapes or cd's of hymn tunes but, as you may already know, there are a number of tune available on History: Hymns 4: Words and Tunes.
It's good that the Lord has helped you overcome so as to be able to sing. When we join in the "new song", Rev. 5: 9, none will be "tone deaf".
Please don't hesitate to write again.
In our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Bill Knapp
Brother Gordon, Bill.
To: Bill Knapp
Dear Bill,
Since you suggested that you have a fair amount of poetry, we thought it might make sense to open a poetry website of your own.
Yours in the Lord Jesus, Gordon.
To: Harry D. R. Knappett
Dear Harry, I would be glad of any news of yourself and the brethren with whom you meet. There is so little information as to the many scattered saints.
Just recently – after 25 years or so – renewed contact with Laurie Twinam in your area.
Perhaps you might visit the "My Brethren web site and leave a note
in the Guest Book.
Affectionately in the Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Harry Knappett
Dear Gordon, FDW was taken home earlier this year, I think around February.
I am not sure who else you would have known from past times, if you mention a few names maybe I can help but I haven't kept up with FDW's generation; (I was after all a boy in 1970).
With Christian love, Harry.
To: Harry D. R. Knappett
Dear Harry, I would be interested to know if Alex Walker of Edinburgh is still
alive and if he has an e-mail address. This may sound strange but although I corresponded with him I have no idea of his age.
Also I am interested in Dr. Rooke, unknown to me but I have seen his
name in several letters some years ago.
Thanks for your help.
Affectionately in the Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Harry D. R. Knappett
Dear Gordon,
Dr Rooke is also alive, alert and in good health – despite 91 years of age.
With love in the Lord Jesus, Harry.
From: Harry D. R. Knappett
Hello everyone,
www.youthfuldays.freeserve.co.uk.
With Christian greetings to all, Harry.
To: Harry D. R. Knappett
Dear Harry,
Affectionately in our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
To: Jim Knox
Dear Jim,
Yes, the names of JND and CHM are familiar to many, even some of their ministry, but few know anything of their history or of their stand for the truth.
You say, "I know there are assemblies in the Toronto area of the same doctrinal stand as we were and am surprised that you are not familiar with them or fellowship with them".
You say, "I get the sense that infant baptism is consistent with your belief".
I appreciate your willingness to raise questions and trust we can continue contacts on a brotherly basis.
In our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Bohuslav Koša
Dear brother in the Lord, We pray daily for you both, so that the Lord might give you the needed strength and bless your effort of love.
With much love in the Lord Jesus,
Bohuslav Koša and family.
P.S. Most of the translated ministry has been published in our year book "Milost A Pravda" (Grace and Truth) 1981- 1999 as well as in the monthly magazine "Dni Mladosti" (Youthful Days) 1994-1999.
We distribute tracts daily.
"The Treacherous River" by S. J. B. Carter was translated into Czech by young brother Martin (uncertain) in Prague, and it is circulating in the Czech Republic.
Your prayers will be valued very much. B.K.
To: Bohuslav Koša
Fri, 10 Dec 1999
Dear Bohuslav,
The notes are very interesting and I hope to post them on MB in January
or February. Your letter is now in the "Mailbox". Perhaps Lydia will
check it.
You have been very busy over many years in translation, and I can
appreciate the great labour involved.
Like yourselves, we are few here but seek grace and strength to maintain the Lord's Supper and the service of God, till He comes.
Affectionately in the Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Bohuslav Koša
Sat, 9 Dec, 2000
Beloved brother in the Lord, With love in Christ, whoc is our hope to you both,
Your brother Bohuslav Koša with family.
To: Bohuslav Koša
Fri, 22 Dec 2000
Dear Bohus, May the Lord bless you and your household,
Affectionately in our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
To: Lydia Kosova
Hello Lydia,
If you have opportunity, you are most welcome to visit the "My Brethren" web site.
Greetings in the Lord from Betty and myself, Gordon.
From: Lydia Kosova
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Rainbow,
I will appreciate if you could kindly send our love to Mr. and Mrs. Robertson occasionally and pass them a message that
With much love in the Lord from the three of us and many thanks
Lydia Kosova.
From: Lydia Kosova
Dear brother Gordon, I am in the process of printing the biographies and ministries of the old brothers for my father, which he appreciates very much.
He will make copies for you and send by air mail soon.
I'm attaching a poem – "The Man in the Glory" from Mr. George Cutting.
With many greetings in the Lord to you and your dear wife from
Lydia and parents.
To: Lydia Kosova
Dear Lydia, Thank you for the excellent poem by Mr. Cutting, which I hope to add to
MB in December or January.
I'm glad to hear of your father and his interest in the biographies and
ministry on MB, and for his kind offer of several items regarding Mr.
Cowell. Please thank him for me, and greet him and your mother.
I definitely don't have the items mentioned, and would appreciate
receiving them.
Thank you again, Lydia. I'll be looking forward to receiving the notes
mentioned.
Betty joins in love in the Lord Jesus to you and all,
Gordon.
To: Mikhail Kounitsyn
Dear Mich, Thanks for accepting my invitation to visit MB, and for your kind remarks. I hope you will visit again.
We appreciate a hymn in our hymn book by Daniel Otsing (1850-1936) who
lived in St. Petersburg until he was banished by the Communists.
I understand the problem with English, but would be happy if you would
like to share any details about yourself.
Yours in our Lord Jesus, Gordon,
Philip Gillmore Kerkham
no e-mail address available
Surbiton, Surrey, England
Sat, 17 Feb 2001
Since I can't welcome you to 'My Brethren' by email I'm posting this note and hope you will see it some time, and let me know when you do have an email address.
jackie.kerkhamATblueyonder.co.uk
Thu, 31 May 2001
Thank you for your message, I now have an email address, so if anyone from
the 50s-70s recognises my name or knows my family, please contact me.
Tue, 3 Jul 2001
Tue, 3 Jul 2001
Thanks for letting me know of your Mother being "with Christ". Surely
we sorrow but not as those without hope, but rejoice with you in her
release from that system into the peaceful presence of Christ.
Norman Kirk
nmkirkATsmartt.com
British Columbia, Canada
Tue, 11 Jan 2000
My wife Betty (Reid) and I remember you well – and your parents who
were very hospitable to us.
Fri, 14 Jan 2000
Thank you for your message. Yes I remember you both and also Betty's sisters
and brothers.
Sat, 15 Jan 2000
Thanks for replying. We look forward to you visiting MB, and signing the Guest Book. We'll be glad to hear from you at any time.
Bill Knapp
wmknappATaol.com
Forest Grove, Oregon, USA, 97116-7233
Sat, 14 Feb 2004
Welcome to 'My Brethren' and thanks for your kind remarks and for sharing your background with us.
The things that to our peace belong;
Here nothing ill can now intrude,
Nor jarring notes disturb our song.
– Hymn 116: 2
Wed, 18 Feb 2004
Is there a web adddress or an Email address that I can send some poems to?
Here is a small sample from my filing cabinet.
Mon, 23 Feb 2004
Thank you for the poetry selections. It is good to hear from others with an appreciation for poetry on subjects of the truth.Harry Knappett
HarryATYouthfuldays.freeserve.co.uk
Maidstone, Kent
Tue, 15 Dec 1998
We have never met but I recall some correspondence with you some years ago when I enquired about "Youthful Days". I saw some familiar names – Alex Walker with whom I used to correspond and David Waterfall who stayed with us in 1971. I heard David was with Christ – can you confirm?
Tue, 22 Dec 1998
Thanks for the email of last Tuesday. [Balance is in Guest Book.] I can't remember the correspondence of which you write – was it me or Jan Taylor with whom you corresponded. I took on the editorship of Youthful Days in 1994, after Jan was taken to be with the Lord.
Fri, 15 Jan 1999
I regret not having replied sooner. Actually I had one letter each to and from both Jan Taylor and yourself – I am not surprised you don't
remember.
Fri, 22 Jan 1999
Alex Walker is still alive, he meets with a company in Edinburgh, I have only just received a packet of articles for Youthful Days from him.
Sat, 9 Dec 2000
'Youthful Days' now has a website at
Sat, 9 Dec 2000
Thanks for letting me know of your new 'Youthful Days' web site, and congratulations to you and your "volunteer" on a good looking job.Jim Knox
knoxjpmATmts.net
Grandview, Manitoba, Canada
Tue, 4 Feb 2003
Welcome to 'My Brethren' and thanks for sharing some of your personal history.Bohuslav Koša
Bernolákovo, Slovakia
Air Mail: Tue, 30 Nov 1999, Received Thu, 9 Dec, 1999
c/o Lydia Kosova, LK31261ATgsk.com
I am enclosing the promised notes of Burial Meeting of Mr. G. R. Cowell. etc. [See: Lydia Kosova, Fri, 26 Nov 1999.]
The airmail with the notes and the other enclosure arrived yesterday.
I am pleased to enclose five appreciated adresses of the beloved brother Mr. J. Collie-Smith [titles not shown here].
Thank you for sending the five addresses by J. Collie-Smith. They look
quite interesting. I hope to add them to MB as soon as time permits.
Lydia Kosova: For 2003 on see Lydia Matejov
LK31261ATgsk.com
Bernolákovo, Slovakia
Subject: Andrew and Lois Robertson
Mon, 26 Jul 1999
On our regular weekly phone call last night, Andrew said they had a letter
from you and gave me your e-mail address.
Tue, 3 Aug 1999
It was nice to hear from you recently. Thank you for your kind invitation to your web site.
Fri, 26 Nov 1999
Thank you for your e-mail of November 7, 1999.
Fri, 26 Nov 1999
It's so good to hear from you again. I'll be sure to tell Andrew and Lois Robertson when I speak with them next, hopefully this Lord's Day.
Mikhail Kounitsyn
knmATspb.cityline.ru or michkATaport.ru
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Thu, 29 Jun 2000
Welcome to our first guest from Russia!
| Mich felt that his English was not good enough to be posted and has requested that the Russian text – which MB is not able to verify – be posted. He has now agreed to some editing of his English text – as best we can – for smoother reading. Future email from Mich will be posted on this basis for the interest and prayers of guests. The help of any Russian speaking guests to ensure accuracy of the English text would be appreciated. Note: Another guest who reads Russian has informed me that the 'Russian' text as it has come by email and appeared on this page was not really Russian. In view of this I have notified Mich that this text will be removed. |
From: Mikhail Kounitsyn
Sun, 9 Jul 2000
Dear brother,
On your request to write about myself, after several delays, I answer. I was born in 1973 and saved in 1992.
To my great regret very few believers in Russia know how much truth was opened by the Lord through "Plymouth Brethren" and what place this movement occupies in the history of the church.
Once again forgive me for my English. Do not misunderstand me, this term "Plymouth Brethren" is only a term under which brothers are known from the historical standpoint. The Bible excludes such names, except the name Christ.
Brother in Christ, Mich.
To: Mikhail Kounitsyn
Sun, 9 Jul 2000
Dear Mich,
Thank you for your email of July 8, 2000, and the information as to your own personal history which I found most interesting.
You have marked your email "not for conferences". Does this mean what we call "not for publication" and that you do not want me to put your message in the "My Brethren" mailbox?
With love in our Lord Jesus to you, and to the believers with you, Gordon.
From: Mikhail Kounitsyn
Sun, 9 Jul 2000
Dear brother,
My English language is very bad, so I did not want to place my email on website.
Brother in Christ Mich.
From: Mikhail Kounitsyn
Sat, 26 Aug 2000
Dear brother Gordon Rainbow.
1. I have several questions about some christian authors.
Questions are as follows:
How were these christian authors related to the "brethren" movement?
As "brethren" (you in particular), how do you regard their books?
In the same way if writing on this is difficult please indicate where on the internet it is possible to get such information.
Where is it possible to learn details of the contact of "brethren" with Watchman Nee (1903-1972)?
2. In the same way where on the internet is it possible to learn of such authors as:
Where on the internet is it possible define on letters (as this is accepted beside brothers) authors of books. [Cannot edit.]
3. Who in Russia was involved in the "brethren" movement before 1917?
Thank you, Mikhail Kounitsyn.
To: Mikhail Kounitsyn
Mon. Aug 28, 2000
Dear Mich,
It's good to hear from you again. I'll give you whatever information I
can briefly.
1. Of the first four authors you mention all were clergymen and had no connection with the "brethren movement".
You can find some information on them as follows:
W. Nee was in fellowship with the brethren for a short time but was not prepared for the path of separation. Some info can be found at www.ezlink.com/~trbranch/neelee.htm.
2. Books by H. L. Heijkoop and G. Andre are stocked by Believers Bookshelf at www.usbusiness.com/bbs/index.htm.
3. There is little reliable information regarding brethren in Russia before 1917.
I trust this information is of some value, although I cannot personally recommend the ministry of those who maintain the position of a clergyman
With love in our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Mikhail Kounitsyn
Fri, 15 Sep 2000
Dear brother.
Thank you for the answer to my last letter.
I whould like to ask your recommendations in respect of ΣΑΚΤΟΧ ["brethren"?] on the internet. Which sites could you recommend for visiting?
My request is connected with my poor knowledge of English. I am compelled to spend much time to learn what position an author of a website takes.
If possible, briefly explain the contradictions between H. L. Heijkoop, G. Andre and FER, CAC, JT.
Also what is your attitude or that of others with whom you are in contact to the publishers "GBV"?.
Your brother, Mich.
To: Mikhail Kounitsyn
Fri, 15 Sep 2000
Dear Mich,
I can understand your difficulty determining the position of various
web sites. But I commend you for trying despite the language problems.
May the Lord help you to continue and to not give up.
There are very few web sites as to the brethren which I can recommend. Most of them advocate "open" views or oppose important truth.
As to "contradictions between H. L. Heijkoop, G. Andre and FER, CAC, JT.".
I do not know anything about the publishers "GBV". If you can give more information, their full name, address, authors of books they publish, I will try to find out something about them and let you know.
Thanks for writing again and for the email copies.
Yours in our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
To: Bertel Kramer
Dear Bertel, In the Lord, Gordon.
To: Randal W. Kulp
Dear Randal,
Yours in the Lord, Gordon.
From: Sentinel Kulp,
I am near to finishing F. W. Grant's "Numerical Bible". What wonderful reading and great insights these men had!
I am interested in continuing my studies with the material of C. A. Coates. If anyone is aware of a used set that would be available for purchase, I would be most appreciative.
May God pour out His grace on His people in our day as He has in the past for these men, that we would see things in the light of His understanding.
Sentinel Kulp.
To: Sentinel Kulp
Dear Sentinel/Randal, I have been familiar with F. W. Grant's "Numerical Bible" for over 50
years, but have never read it completely. Many of his interpretations – including the general "numerical" structure he sees in the Scriptures – are quite interesting.
I have posted your request for used books of CAC on "Site News:
Bulletins" and will leave it there for the next few months. Please let
me know of any response you receive.
Yours in the Lord, Gordon.
From: Randal W. Kulp
Brother Gordon, Sorry for the confusion on Sentinel/Randy. No there are not two persons
here.
Thank you for listing my inquiry on the bulletin board. I will surely get in touch if there are any responses.
May His blessing be upon you and yours, Sentinel.
From: Randal W. Kulp
Brother Gordon, At this point in time, I am nearly finished F. W. Grant's "Numerical
Bible"; so … I have decided to purchase a set of Coates through the
Dover Bible Trust (PA). I must confess, from the feedback I have had on
him, I'm a little excited to get started.
Thanks again and may His mercy and grace be upon you and yours,
Randy.
P.S. I am in the process of putting together a Web site "Well of Oath"
(Beersheba) will probably be the title. Would you have any suggestions??
To: Randal W. Kulp
Dear Randy, Re purchasing CAC's ministry. It might be to your advantage to check
with SFP (Daniel Soukoreff) or Kingston Bible Trust direct. KBT sells at
the same price to individuals as it does to retailers. See Site News: Bibles and Books.
Interesting to hear about your proposed Web site "Well of Oath"
(Beersheba). I would be glad to make suggestions but would need more
information as to its nature and purpose – also whether you are familiar with HTML etc. Let me know if I can be of help.
Yours in the Lord Gordon.
From: Randal W. Kulp
I pray all is well with you and yours; and that His grace abounds toward
the same.
I am gathering information on a view known as the split rapture. I believe it first appeared in recent centuries through Robert Govett and his
writings.
It would appear, from statements made, that Theodosia Powerscourt held to the view that not all would enter the millenial kingdom.
It is difficult to come across data on these subjects. One reason: As they were considered to be controversial by many, and of a secondary importance, doctrinally, these views did not get much in the way of widespread exposure.
Yours in His loving service, Sentinel Kulp.
http://www.wellofoath.com
To: Randal W. Kulp
Dear Randal,
In the Lord, Gordon.
To: Randal W. Kulp
Dear Randal,
Thank you for the information on the 'split rapture' which I have carefully reviewed. I had considered writing an evaluation but have decided against.
In our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Randal W. Kulp
Brother, On the rapture issue: I appreciate your being frank. You did not offend
me brother.
My prayers go out for you. Yet! At 47, time seems to fly pretty fast for
me too.
Yours with the love that He has taught me, Randy Kulp.
To: Randal W. Kulp
Dear Randal, I hope we may continue to communicate from time to time on matters of
mutual interest in our commitment to the Lord and to the Scriptures.
In our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
To: Randal W. Kulp
Brother, I am looking for bio info on Henry Soltau. Would you have anything to
suggest.
As we learn to love Him, and others, with the love He showed to us,
Randy Kulp.
To: Randal W. Kulp
Dear Randy,
Bertel Kramer
kbertelkATcs.com
West Covina, CA, USA
Wed, 29 May 2002
Thanks for visiting 'My Brethren'. I trust you will return and sample
the good ministry on MB.
Randal W. Kulp
SentinelKulpATjuno.com
Pennsburg, PA, USA
Mon, 20 Sep 1999
Glad you enjoyed the biographies of JT, CAC and JBS.
Fri, 12 Nov 1999
Sat, 13 Nov 1999
Glad to hear from you again – or are Randal and Sentinel two different
persons? Please set me straight to avoid confusion.
Sat, 13 Nov 1999
Good to hear from you also!
According to Amazon.com "Sentinel Kulp (pen name) is a forty-two year old commercial airline pilot who enjoys reading men of the faith who grasp the spiritual significance of Scripture, and its practical application".
Sat, 01 Dec 2000
Thanks so much for the bulletin board message to locate a set of Coates
writings. Though I have not had a response, it was greatly appreciated.
Sat, 01 Jan 2000
Sorry you didn't get any response. I will now delete the bulletin.
Thu, 06 Jun 2002
Mon, 06 Jun 2002
It's good to hear from you again. I don't have any information on the
'split rapture' myself, having not heard the term previously.
Tue, 25 Jun 2002
I do appreciate the information but, in view of leading part George Muller had in the 1848 division,
Tue, 25 Jun 2002
Regarding GM: Please forgive me. Though I do take an approach toward all
born of God similar to that of A. N. Groves, I should have known.
Wed, 26 Jun 2002
Thanks for your brotherly reply. An evaluation, if done, would not have
been intended to sway you. I realize this would be unlikely. It would
have been to inform MB guests of the concept and the pros and cons.
Sun, 14 Jul 2002
The blessings of our loving God and Savior to you.
Tue, 16 Jul 2002
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In our Lord, Gordon.
Dear brothers,
It is good to see your ministry is still on the web. May the Lord continue to use it for His glroy.
I just wanted to comment on a mis-statement found in "The China Episode". You state:
Watchman Nee was arrested on April 10, 1952 by the Communist authorities and imprisoned until April 12, 1972.
Watchman Nee was never released from prison. While unofficially statements were being made to those concerned that he would soon be released, he died while being transferred from one labor camp to another.
Respectfully, Sentinel (Randy) Kulp
To: Randal W. Kulp
Thu, 16 Jun 2005
Dear Randal,
Thanks for your brotherly greetings. I hope this note finds you well.
Our source for this information was obtained from Angus Kinnear's biography "Against The Tide" pages 178-179.
Yours in our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Randal W. Kulp
Thu, 16 Jun 2005
Hi,
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Yours in His wonderful service, Sentinel (Randy) Kulp.
PS. I read a wonderful biography of Anthony Norris Groves recently completed by Robert Dann. It not only covers Groves ministry, but also provides a chronology of the Brethren movement, as well as a thorough investigation of missions over the last 200 years. I would highly recommend it to any serious minded Bible student. "Anthony Norris Groves, Father of faith Missions."
From: Nick Krufka and Marc StrusaNick Krufka and Marc Strusa
Abundantlife4allATaol.com
Buffalo, NY, USA
Sat, 5 Jul 2003
The following message appeared on another site:Dear Brethren: Greetings in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. We are a small group of believers meeting in homes. Our beginning is similar to that of the Plymouth Brethren. Recently, several older believers have said that our meetings sound like the Plymouth Brethren. We allow 2 or 3 men to prophesy, allow for tongues (but none of us have the gift), hold firm to the silence of women and the wearing of head coverings, the breaking of bread every Sunday and some-times more often, and the singing of hymns and spiritual songs as raised up by the men in our group. We know the Lord is leading us and would like to find other believers who honor God's word through loving obedience. We also know that our pattern of meeting is very contended and can lead to strife and divisions. As such, we are not trying to tell you how to do things. Simply, if we are of one accord or if the Holy Spirit moves you accordingly, please contacts us as we would like to meet with you in the fellowship of the Lord Jesus Christ. We live in Buffalo, NY, and are willing to travel for sound Biblical based fellowship.Sincerely in Christ, Nick and Marc. |
To: Nick Krufka and Marc Strusa
Dear Nick and Marc,
I just saw your interesting message on my friend Steve Hesterman's site.
You may find the 'My Brethren' site of value to visit. And I would be glad to hear from you at any time. I meet with a few brethren here in Toronto.
In our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
From: Nick Krufka and Marc Strusa
Sun, 6 Jul 2003
Dear Gordon: Greetings in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Thank you for your response.
Nick and I looked at the link in your email and we are a bit confused. Do you meet with the Plymouth Bretheren? Are you in agreement with the order in which we meet?
We think that your site is aimed at people who have seen the false ways governing the body today. However, we are uncertain exactly where you are coming from.
If you would like, let us know your phone number so we can talk. Email communications can be difficult and frustrating.
May the God of all Truth lead us and guide us all into a greater understanding of the will and the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ.
In Christ, Nick and Marc.
To: Nick Krufka and Marc Strusa
Sun, 6 Jul 2003
Dear Nick and Marc,
Thanks for your prompt and brotherly reply, and for visiting 'My Brethren'.
Sorry for any confusion. I realize MB has become quite large and answers may not be easily found.
To answer your questions:
Yes, I would be glad to have a telephone chat. There is no doubt that personal contact – even by phone – is better and clearer than email for many matters.
If you have opportunity there are several items on MB which may answer some questions before we talk, e.g.
– Personal: My Journey
– My Answer and My Stand – various items
– Doctrine: Fellowship – and, The Assembly – perhaps others in that group.
I look forward to speaking with you – and I will probably have some questions for you as well.
By the way, I have a hearing problem but get on fairly well by use of an amplifier on my phone. I may ask you to repeat occasionally.
In the Lord Jesus, Gordon.
To: Nick Krufka and Marc Strusa
Wed, 9 Jul 2003
Dear Nick and Marc,
What a pleasant surprise to receive a call from Marc at noon today. I enjoyed the conversation immensely and look forward to another when mutually convenient. I trust we will all gain spiritually from our contacts.
Marc said you both hope to see Steve Hesterman soon when he visits in your area. I'm sure Steve will be an encouragement to you.
In our Lord Jesus, Gordon.
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