Spring has sprung

What a beautiful spring day to enjoy a pleasant drive up to Butler, IN yesterday to be with Pastor Daniel and Kelly Davidhizer and the good people at Christian Assembly of God.

We couldn't help but notice that spring has sprung at Christian Assembly of God as they celebrate all kinds of new life there: a new pastor and family, a renewed love for missions, and new hopes and dreams for their church and community. If you live in the Butler area, head on over to Christian Assembly of God on US-6 and enjoy some life affirming relationships and activities!

We just have a few weeks left to climb the Itineration Pyramid and raise $15,474.

Fortunately, because of your generosity we are about halfway there!

All Assemblies of God missionaries must raise monthly support as well as a cash budget before AGWM releases us to go back on the field. The cash budget includes monies for airfare to the field, visa expenses, rent/utilities deposits, language school and other related expenses.

Please consider a one-time gift to our ministry today and get us to the top of the Itineration Pyramid!

Muchisimas gracias.

Navigating the River together

We loved connecting with Pastor Michael Dubbels and the great people of River of Life Church in Lebanon, Indiana, yesterday.

Stuart shared his testimony and I preached on the compassion and hope of Christ that motivates us to reach out and the Spirit of Pentecost that empowers us to make disciples.

Thank you, River of Life and Pastor Michael for your heartfelt feedback, the great conversation at lunch, and your partnership in sharing the gospel in Mexico City.

Also, big thanks to Follower musician Dean Rebhorn for their award winning New Again CD. Great listening material for the drive home! 

If you would like to partner with us to proclaim release to the captives of drug addiction and to set at liberty those who are oppressed by the sex trade, please consider a one-time gift or recurring monthly commitment. 

Let's make a difference together!

A full week of miles and smiles

Feels like we spent a lot of time due north as well as in the northwest part of our state this week. 

Last Monday we enjoyed a marvelous time of prayer at the Christian Celebration Center in Midland, MI before meeting with the Latin America/Caribbean missions council and team members. 

The evening began with a time of worship, a faith declaration, and then prayer for every supported missionary and the various regions of the world.

Look! They support our former neighbors and missionary colleagues Randy and Linda Lindsey!

On Tuesday, Stuart dropped me off in Fort Wayne and then headed down to Princeton, IN for the Southern Area Ministers Meeting. He arrived home late on Tuesday, rested up on Wednesday, and then we found ourselves in Merrillville once again on Thursday.

We stayed at the home of Christian and Cristina Pellegrini-Rath. A native of Tuscani, Cristina served a meal to die for :) After an update with missions committee members Tedd and Lexa, we spent a better part of the evening talking food and missions. Which come to think of it, is usually the topic of conversation whenever cross-cultural servants get together!

The following day, Stuart and I participated in a missions update and thank you video before speaking at the Oasis luncheon at Living Hope Church. 

What a fun group of people!

So thankful to Beverly (Oasis pastor), Cristina (phenomenal hostess), Living Hope Church, Pastor Todd Matchett and the missions committee for a great couple of days and their faithful support all these years.

On Saturday, Stuart shared breakfast with Pastor Bob Monroe and the men of Kendallville Assembly of God. Unfortunately, Stuart is out of town today and with him the photos he took of the event :) I'll put them up when he gets back.

Yesterday, we headed down to Diversity Church in Indianapolis with Pastor Jonathan and Nicole Ember. We are thankful for their support and vision for their community and the world. If you're in their neck of the woods next week, be sure to stop by Garfield Park Art Center for a Taste of Diversity. Looks like a lot of fun!

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