Here is a house we pass on our daily walk through our neighborhood. A massive iguana enjoys the view from the peak of our roof. We have the netting there to discourage bats from flying into our house. This region is thick with bats. The government kindly paved the road in front of our church … Favorite Photos This Week
Deanna is starting several small groups to help participants grow spiritually by lowering their anxiety. The groups range from children to families to young mothers of all ages. This Saturday night group included the celebration of Mauricio’s 44th birthday! Aline and her mom and her daughter (behind the chair). Do you remember helping someone learn … Small Groups
I had a dream a few weeks ago. There was a huge mob of people racing past me. Everyone was running down the road, and the street was packed right to the buildings on each side. Then I saw one of our daughters. And then another. When they saw me standing on the side, out … Peace in a Chaotic World
Uncle Art is Mom’s youngest brother. Together with Aunt Elsie, they continue to influence and bless many people on their journey to heaven. I wanted the gold, and I sought it, I scrabbled and mucked like a slave. Was it scurvy or famine I fought it, I hurled my youth into a grave. I wanted … Favorite Photos from BC and Alberta Canada
I traveled to Lethbridge, Silvan Lake, Hinton, and Kamloops to visit a few of our partners. Several of our key mentors and friends that were between 50 and 60 when we first went to Brazil are now in their 80s and 90s. Mt Robson is the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies. It was -19 … Road Trip in BC and Alberta Canada
Thank you! Before we bring you any news we first and foremost want to thank all of you for your faithful support. We have been on this ride for ten years and some of you have been there since the very beginning and we are incredibly grateful for all the ways you have blessed us, … A Reason For Hope
Much of the Old Testament was written by prophets and scribes on the fringe of the main population. Many Old Testament books are like a minority report.Tim Mackie – The Bible Project I am studying a book called Leadership in Organizations. The authors outline five ways organizational leaders have the power to influence others. Legitimate Power – … Thoughts About Power
We are hosting an event on our chacará (acreage) this weekend. The theme is to slow down enough to experience God. We do this by teaching and then practicing: Emmanuel Prayer Since the Name Emmanuel means “God with us,” and since Jesus said He would be with us until the end of the age, we … Experiencing God
A few days ago we got an unexpected email from a friend. We rarely receive emails like this, and I pass the encouragement on to you. Hi you guys – I was praying for you yesterday while walking on the trail nearby and I got a picture that I want to share with you. It … The Beginnings of a Huge Harvest
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