On Thursday, our Arthur informed us that his girlfriend, Danielle, was expecting his baby. Needless to say, we were stunned. Arthur voluntarily put himself under church discipline, and resigned from all leadership positions in the church. He and Danielle agreed to meet once a week with Vince and Vilma March for mentoring, for a period of one year. (They have already had their first session with them.) At the end of the year, they will decide whether to get married. Either way, though, Arthur intends to be a father to the baby.
Arthur made a public confession at all 3 church services on Sunday - rather an ordeal for him. His announcement was met with "loud silence." Although this situation is very sad for his Christian witness here, we also believe that (depending on all of our reactions) it can also be turned into a witness of how to deal with sin amongst our members. So far, everyone has only expressed love and support for both Arthur and Danni, and for that we are most grateful.
Arthur writes 5 'O' level papers over the next 3 weeks, and we pray that he will not be too distracted, and that he will pass them.
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