Route One Bus: November 08 Update

The Bus outside

You may already be aware that the exterior facelift of the bus is now complete and looking fantastic. This wasn’t just a lick of paint or a cover up job but a complete overhaul of the bodywork to the highest standard by the same people who do allot of the formula 1 transporters and who are doing the buses for the 2012 Olympics. The whole of the bus has also had a vinyl wrap applied which really makes it stand out.

 

The Bus inside

The bus interior is now top off the "to do" list and Jon Stuart and Simon have already made a good start on the refit. We have made good progress on remodeling the rear of the downstairs to create the Jesus Zone which is a seated area. We have also ripped out some other parts of the old layout to maximise space in view of being able to accommodate a class of 32 students + Teacher and R1 tour guides.  Mark Chadwick and Simon spent a day scraping the floor of the upstairs which was hard work but necessary before laying any new flooring.  We have also had an electrician look over the bus and he will be rewiring it in the next few weeks.

 

The Exhibition

We were expecting to take delivery of the Life Zone boards before the information evening last month but due to an error on the address label- they arrived the day after (how frustrating). However, they are looking brilliant (a round of applause please for Sam who designed them). Sam has now almost completed the Bible Zone and the Jesus Zone is also underway.

 

The Finances

We have been blessed to be able to complete the exterior of the bus and are currently raising the money to complete the interior and the exhibition. Please pray with faith for release of the money to get this resource operational. From an earthly perspective we will run out of money very soon but we are believing and praying for another miracle to happen.

It’s essential for us to keep our focus on Jesus and the commission he has given us. This is an exciting journey to travel learning not to worry but to trust him.  Please join with us in praying for these things and pray that we would be obedient to the voice of God.

 

If you are keen to get involved with the refit of the bus then please contact us. Even if you don’t have any professional skills to offer there are ways you can help.

 

To see photos of the bus, the interior refit and the exhibition go to the Route One Facebook.

 

Thank you for your prayers and support.

Simon Ford   
07534 904488
simon@routeone.org.uk   
www.routeone.org.uk