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Sewing Clothes

The first year Deanna and I were married we bought a sewing machine. A few weeks ago Deanna gave it to Samara, who lives at our house. Samara is a genius, and started sewing clothes for her daughters, and for others too. Julia is tickled pink all day with her new dress. She was SO

Gurupá

The Gurupá church all-night prayer meeting is well attended. Gurupá church leadership training. Real steps to expand the Kingdom of God. Powered by WPeMatico

Immanuel Prayer – Connecting with God

Immanuel Prayer helps many people connect directly to God. A beneficial side effect is often the healing of traumatic memories. Click here for more information. Deanna met with our neighbors for two Saturdays in a row. Before this she led workshops on Immanuel Prayer at leadership training events. There is so much unfairness in the world. Everywhere.

God’s Nature

Mango Trees The nature of God is demonstrated by mango trees. Year after year they produce two crops of mangos. Lavish Abundance. And any child can pick up sprouting mango pits and plant them. Clenildo says “You can count the mangos in a tree, but you cannot count the trees in a mango.” God’s nature. Demonstrated. The

Gurupá Stories

We are seeing a faint cloud on a far horizon and we are preparing for a deluge, and the start of a long rainy season after drought. We think this will look like an army of people who are winning their private battles with fear and pride. These people delight in time alone with their

Not Enough Time in the Day?

IF you are stressed because you simply do not have enough time in the day, . . . it is time to rebel. The next time you buying groceries pick the longest checkout line. You don’t have the time but do it anyway. This is important. Use the extra time to be amazed at the

EMERGENCY FUNDING APPEAL THIS WEEK WE RECEIVED SOME BAD NEWS…..   To those who faithfully pray, and give and support us in so many ways, we have been hit with a significant financial blow. As residents for tax purposes in Canada, we have been eligible and have benefited from the Canadian Child Benefit (baby bonus).  This benefit

Christmas Ideas

“The reinvention of daily life means marching off the edge of our maps.” Bob Black If you know someone who is having trouble getting into the mood for Christmas, these ideas may be helpful. 1. For People With Small Children: Make a date with your wife to go out and buy some gifts. Focus on the