This week's newsletter from Gene

This past Sunday night, Frank Deutsch spoke at Praise Hill. Many of you don’t know Frank, but he has been around Austin for many years. He served on staff at Bannockburn, then has been with the North American Mission Board and Austin Baptist Association. Almost 30 years ago, Frank began what has become known at the “Soup Kitchen,” Austin Baptist Chapel, or as it is referred to on the street, Angel House.

This ministry serves about 300 meals a day to the down and out of Austin. The stories of how God has blessed and provided in this ministry over the years are almost endless. Our church has been fortunate to have been giving financial support for many years. These funds come as a part of your regular giving to Hillcrest through our Missions Team. We also have a group that goes to serve lunch one Wednesday a month. If you are available from about 9:30-1:00 on the third Wednesday of the month and would like to help, contact Lisa or Jami in the church office for more details.

In the 30 plus years I’ve known him, Frank has always served as an excellent role model. He is a humble man who loves the Lord and serves him by tirelessly helping others. Thank you, Frank, for your example and years of ministry. May the Lord bless you with many more years of service.