Grand Canyon Assembly of God

Last week Carole and I took a quick trip to the Grand Canyon. It was our last chance to get away for a few days since we have a second grandson arriving in a few weeks. We had a great time and as always, the Grand Canyon was amazing. We have been there several times and always enjoy the grandeur and serenity of the place. While we were there, we were able to connect with Brian and Debbie Fulthorp, who pastor the Grand Canyon Assembly of God, located inside the park. Their work resembles a Chi Alpha work more than a church. They minister to several who are permanent residents of the Grand Canyon village, but they also minister to many summer workers and tourists, many of which come from many countries around the world. Every church presents its leadership with unique challenges, and Grand Canyon A/G is no exception. But Brian and Debbie have great hearts and a desire to minister as bi-vocational pastors. Grand Canyon village has a gospel resistant population that is very secular or New Age spiritual. Working in the community allows them to connect with people on a different level. By facing the same issues as those they come in contact with, they can reach out to many more people than they could as full-time pastors. That may not always be the case, but it certainly works now. They have pastored there for two years now. Remember to pray for them as they seek the most effective way to reach this unusual mission field.