Fruit in the Outback

Just thought you would like to see some faces of a new couple who gave their lives to Christ recently and also had a little one who can now be brought up to know about Jesus and His great love for the people of Brazil's Outback. This picture was taken when Carlos went to pick up Mom and baby from the hospital.

Sports Ministry in Ingazeira

Since we sold the farm, we have been able to do some needed fixing up at the church grounds in Ingazeira. Carlos has been working hard to get three things done: Lighting for night sports, netting to protect our neighbors from unwanted stray balls, and some grass where there was just dirt to play on. Pray that this outreach will show the community our care for their young people in providing good recreation. Many start drinking and doing drugs at an early age and many things that go along with these problems, so pray we can be light and salt there in that town.

Koinonia's 15th Anniversary

We recently had Koinonia's 15th Anniversary service. It was a joy to have notes from ones far and wide who have been touched by this ministry through the years. A highlight for us was to have Phil and Bonnie Smith here as they provided our first meeting place at the English school they owned when the church was getting started. And then to top off our joy our daughter Stephanie and husband Daniel showed up as a total surprise for the event! We also had special music from a fine men's choir. The church also honored us for our 30 years of ministry with a nice plaque and a study Bible. We made more special memories!