On Jan. 19 the goal was fulfilled in central London with a total attendance at the meeting of 63—43 of whom do not attend UCG. Many were readers of The Good News, but some came along by recommendation of a reader.

During the two 45-minute segments, "From Dawn to Decadence" and "The Future Power of Europe," Mr. Rhodes mixed dialogue with PowerPoint slides.

In the first presentation he commented on developments in the English-speaking nations from the reign of Queen Elizabeth I to Queen Elizabeth II. The second discussed the coming together of the modern European power and the prophesied effect on world affairs. A Q&A session followed for 20 minutes, showing a good level of enthusiasm. It was only cut short by the limit of the hall booking.

Several people asked about attending our London Central congregation, being fully aware that our services are on the seventh-day Sabbath. We were very pleased with the overall level of response and are encouraged that there is good potential for growth in the British Isles.

A thousand invitations were posted to readers in the London area in the first week of January. Some e-mailed back disappointed that they were not able to attend on that particular day but asking for DVDs of the two presentations. Two digital video cameras recorded Mr. Rhodes and, after some editing, will be available for those interested in the British Isles.

We were grateful that Mr. Rhodes was willing to fit this meeting into his busy schedule. As senior pastor for Ghana he occasionally passes through London. He is also a senior writer for The Good News and World News and Prophecy.

Prior to the 3 p.m. Good News meeting, the London Central congregation enjoyed a 1 p.m. service at which a number of visitors were present.

—Peter Hawkins is pastor of the London Central congregation.