Outline of Keith's ministry for April 06 to April 07
This year was marked by some exciting major events that the trust paid for and arranged; though we did have help from another trust with the Family Fun Day.
These consisted of: 
Two "Narnia" Days that were based on the book by C.S Lewis "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe." One was held at St Peter's Halliwell, Bolton and the other at the Methodist Central Hall in Bolton. They consisted of interactive activities suitable for all ages including face painting, making shields and masks as well as balloon swords which were then used in a mock battle to simulate the Last Battle in the book. Glass painting, jigsaws, puzzles and codes were also available throughout the building, which had in the entrance a wonderful replica of the Narnia Snow Scene complete with lamppost. The children and parents were able to visit Mr Tumnus and hear the story of Aslan's sacrifice. There followed a presentation of the Christian message using slides and a huge table that cracked at the appropriate moment.
We estimate that about 2,600 people attended the days, many from a diverse range of cultures, religions and backgrounds. Since then we have had nothing but praise of the events including messages from people of other religions.

A Family Fun Day in the Central square in Bolton in conjunction with Bolton Council who provided craft and a trailer as well as the square and electricians free of charge. We organised and paid for the marquees and personnel, such as a puppet company, a football game and a Baton group and insurance We put on children's programmes in one of the marquees through out the day as well as taking part in the public events in the square in sharing the Christian message. We estimate at least 2,000 people attended the day with many taking advantage of the warm weather, sitting on the steps of the Town Hall to watch the presentations. Again the day was attended by many outside of the Christian community. It was so successful that we were asked by the council and the Mayor, who opened and attended the day to repeat it next year, only covering two days. It was all part of a wider event called the Bolton Festival that covered the whole weekend. We are thankful; for the family of Amir Khan the boxer who gave way to us in appreciation of what we were doing as Amir was set to use the square himself for a boxing promotion event.
Shoe Box Festival was held to bring together schools and others who were collecting shoe boxes filled with gifts for the charity "Operation Christmas Child". The mayor was again in attendance and a representative number of shoeboxes were given to the leader of the charity in the Bolton area. The Bolton music Department organised a massed children's choir who sang appropriate Christian songs. Besides the children there were about 500 people in the audience. We used drama with the children and magic including painting of children from all over the world to covey the motivation behind the appeal and the Christian message.

Other activities:
These include a Bible School, run to coincide with term time in schools, for adults. This has been well attended by over 30 people each term. The first was on the Old Testament, the second looked at the New Testament and the third has been on Theology. Whilst people could give a donation for this the work involved, the lectures and the literature they received far outweighed the finance that came in. The response has been very enthusiastic. There have been a core of people who have attended the whole course whilst others have booked on for just one or two terms. There is also a demand for more next year.
A number of places have asked Keith to travel in order to help them. These have included Barrow in Furness working with Youth and Senior citizens; Coniston for the 25th Anniversary of Crusaders in the village; Essington near Wolverhampton, for their special evangelistic weekend including an outreach in a local fruit farm.
Other opportunities have been nearer home, working with churches for special outreaches in Horwich, Burnley, as well as participating in a wedding of a couple where there were three ceremonies-Hindu, Christian and Civil. Keith and Deborah lead the Christian part. We have also played a part in the spiritual input of Urban Outreach; a local charity set up to help the homeless.
Schools work has been a major part of the work. Through the "Narnia" events we are able to go into nearly 40 schools in the town. Through the work in Horwich we visited 3 new schools and besides have been invited into 4 new schools, two on a regular basis to take special assemblies and classes.
A children's book has been completed and sent to the publishers for their approval. This is a Christian book based on a fantasy story. Other books are being prepared as and when it is possible including another children's book (sequel to the first); books on Matthew and John, a book on Christian apologetics, an adult Christian novel and one on methods of evangelism.
Training has been given to people especially Mr Andre Simm in the form of weekly lectures and opportunities in organising and working in missions and special events.
Local church Involvement
Besides preaching at least once a month in the parish there has been involvement in evangelism strategy and youth and children's ministry of the church. Keith and Deborah also run a fortnightly house group where Bible studies, fellowship and prayer are the central features. This has also meant pastoral care. This extends also to others who have been in need in the community including the sick, bereaved and Asian homes.
Whilst the motivation to reach people has not changed the methods have and we praise the Lord for leading us into a varied and rewarding ministry during this year.

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