Palabra Viva

   It absolutely incredible to see the Lord working in this little church, "Palabra Viva."  Remember those days when I wrote about a small group studying the Bible in the living room? I then went on to write of the house being too crowded and stuffy that we needed to use the back porch for better accommodations. Well, over two years later with a full back porch and much prayer we moved! We are now meetng in the conference room of a local hotel. This new location has been such a blessing! There is plenty of space for those who attend with extra space to grow. The attendance fluctuates a lot with the rainy season. However, it's great to see how many people do come! The Lord is providing for the sheep of His pasture. On Sundays we’re continuing through the book of Colossians. In addition to church there also is a Woman’s Bible Study, Men’s Bible Study, and Foundations of Faith class, Night of Prayer. Pray for each of these ministry branches. Many people do not see the need for the “extra church services” or they don’t see the value to make it their priority. Pray the Lord would minister to their hearts and lead them to join us for those Bible studies. Not for the sake of numbers, but for their spiritual growth and value of the things above. I’m so thankful that I get to serve and meet new ladies each week. It is my prayer that the Lord would use me to minister to their hearts.

   It was such a joy to take one Sunday this past month and devote it to the teaching of baptism and a baptism itself. We had a sweet time of potluck fellowship and a baptism ceremony. Three children between the ages of 10-13, one young lady from the States, and Anna (the new believer) were baptized. Many of them invited family and friends to witness this step of faith. A few of those who were invited are now attending the church. Pray for those who were baptized. May they follow the Lord’s leading and may He keep them from this world    

We’ve started the official program for the Spanish Bible College this past August. This is an answer to many of our prayers!  In November the local student will be finishing up  the book of Genesis taught by a fellow missionary from Peru, Darwin Torres. I’ve been blessed with the ability to attend each class. I can testify that this class is a blessing and many of the students are excited to learn from the in depth study of the book. Along with the classes the students are required to listen and complete the Chuck Smith “Thru the Bible”(translated) series within the two year program. Also they are required to complete a given amount of hours to service inside their church and in their community. Please pray for us as we are continuing to work on the technicalities of the program. May the Lord continue to give us His vision and heart for this Bible College.

   Once again I’m so thankful for the blessing you have been to me! This month I focused this letter mainly on the church because a lot is happening within it. These events are nothing short to the answers to our prayers! Thank you so much for praying for me and the ministry I’m involved in. I’m also incredibly grateful for your financial support as well. I truly appreciate your sacrifice! I’m so delighted to know that God is choosing to use some of you who have His heart for missions to support me and this work.  I pray that through this update I can express my gratitude to you and give an accurate testimony of His wonderful works! If you have any questions or comments I would love to hear from you! Please write me at my email address below. May the Lord bless you abundantly!