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PRAISES:
Overcoming
Thank you, Lord Jesus, that you overcome the powers of darkness as you did for a woman in Myanmar. After being prayed over for several hours by Pastors Rama and Tim, the woman is free from demonic influences and a new believer in Christ. Read the whole story of God’s powerful work in Myanmar in the Asia-Pacific Region’s article.
Glass House Update
We praise God for what He accomplished through the Glass House Project last month when the youth of the Vlaardingen, Netherlands, Church of the Nazarene constructed a glass building on the city square and for 24 hours broadcast encouraging messages and songs. The project was part of an effort to raise money for a national Red Cross fundraising drive called “Serious Request.” The youth raised 11,360 euros (approximately $12,200 USD). Read more in the Eurasia Region’s article.
SNAPSHOTS "DUTCH CHURCH GOES TO CITY SQUARE, RAISES 11,000 EUROS FOR RED CROSS" by GINA POTTENGER
The youth group of the Vlaardingen, Netherlands, Church of the Nazarene took their Internet talk show into the city 11-12 December, when they broadcast for 24 hours from the main square, cooperating with the community to raise more than 11,000 euros for a national Red Cross fundraising drive.
The event – which got the congregation outside the walls of the building and into contact with people in the city – raised the profile of the church, which hopefully will lead some to visit in the future.
Xperience TV debuted in November 2014. The one-hour, monthly, live show is filmed inside the Vlaardingen church, written and produced by the youth group, who also work as cast and crew. Depending on the topic featured, anywhere between 500 and 10,000 viewers stream the show on their Internet channel.
The event – which got the congregation outside the walls of the building and into contact with people in the city – raised the profile of the church, which hopefully will lead some to visit in the future.
Xperience TV debuted in November 2014. The one-hour, monthly, live show is filmed inside the Vlaardingen church, written and produced by the youth group, who also work as cast and crew. Depending on the topic featured, anywhere between 500 and 10,000 viewers stream the show on their Internet channel.
The idea behind Xperience was for the church’s youth to develop their skills and talents while reaching unchurched youth in a culturally appropriate way. Viewers are invited to visit the studio and even help with production. This allows them to come into contact with the youth group members and feel comfortable inside the church.
The idea worked, says youth worker Wouter van der Zeijden.
“We see new people coming to our studio every month. Since we’ve started Xperience TV one year ago, we’ve seen our youth group double itself! The most interesting thing is that we didn’t just find a way to get our own young people enthusiastic, but also regularly see young people who don’t know Jesus at all. Some don’t even have a clue they’re entering a church, but somehow get touched by the nice atmosphere, and the fact that they are fully accepted how they are.”
A few months ago, the youth decided to participate in the annual, nation-wide fundraising effort called Serious Request, for the Red Cross in the Netherlands. The event raises money for “silent disasters,” which this year is focused on young people seeking education in war-torn areas.
A big radio station pioneered the fundraiser in 2004 by setting up a glass structure and locking its DJs inside where they would host a live program while not eating anything.
The church’s youth wanted to do their own version of the glass house for Serious Request.
At first, the plan was to put the glass house on the church’s parking lot and do the live broadcast independently. But a local entrepreneur whom they consulted for advice said they weren’t thinking big enough.
The final outcome was that they were invited by the city to put the glass house on the city square, in conjunction with the city’s Christmas market. Excited by the vision, more than 100 volunteers, both from the church and from without, signed up to help with the massive endeavor.
Two DJs from the city’s radio station agreed to join with Xperience TV’s presenter duo in the glass house. The program was simulcast on Xperience TV, the radio station and a local TV station for 24 hours.
The idea worked, says youth worker Wouter van der Zeijden.
“We see new people coming to our studio every month. Since we’ve started Xperience TV one year ago, we’ve seen our youth group double itself! The most interesting thing is that we didn’t just find a way to get our own young people enthusiastic, but also regularly see young people who don’t know Jesus at all. Some don’t even have a clue they’re entering a church, but somehow get touched by the nice atmosphere, and the fact that they are fully accepted how they are.”
A few months ago, the youth decided to participate in the annual, nation-wide fundraising effort called Serious Request, for the Red Cross in the Netherlands. The event raises money for “silent disasters,” which this year is focused on young people seeking education in war-torn areas.
A big radio station pioneered the fundraiser in 2004 by setting up a glass structure and locking its DJs inside where they would host a live program while not eating anything.
The church’s youth wanted to do their own version of the glass house for Serious Request.
At first, the plan was to put the glass house on the church’s parking lot and do the live broadcast independently. But a local entrepreneur whom they consulted for advice said they weren’t thinking big enough.
The final outcome was that they were invited by the city to put the glass house on the city square, in conjunction with the city’s Christmas market. Excited by the vision, more than 100 volunteers, both from the church and from without, signed up to help with the massive endeavor.
Two DJs from the city’s radio station agreed to join with Xperience TV’s presenter duo in the glass house. The program was simulcast on Xperience TV, the radio station and a local TV station for 24 hours.
Several months before the big day, the church challenged local schools, civic groups, clubs and sports teams to participate by bringing donations. Many eagerly accepted the challenge.
On 11 December, at 4 p.m., in front of a large crowd, the Vlaardingen city mayor ceremonially locked the DJs and presenters inside the glass house. The Vlaardingen youth group ran the cameras, sound and other technology.
During the next 24 hours, individuals dropped off donations. Several schools presented checks for as much as 800 or 1000 euros which they had raised in the days leading up to the fundraiser.
At one point, a scouting group and an ill-reputed motorcycle gang both converged on the square to drop off checks, presenting quite a contrast – but also the spirit generated by the Vlaardingen church’s call for everyone to work together in stopping silent disasters.
On 11 December, at 4 p.m., in front of a large crowd, the Vlaardingen city mayor ceremonially locked the DJs and presenters inside the glass house. The Vlaardingen youth group ran the cameras, sound and other technology.
During the next 24 hours, individuals dropped off donations. Several schools presented checks for as much as 800 or 1000 euros which they had raised in the days leading up to the fundraiser.
At one point, a scouting group and an ill-reputed motorcycle gang both converged on the square to drop off checks, presenting quite a contrast – but also the spirit generated by the Vlaardingen church’s call for everyone to work together in stopping silent disasters.
The program also included interviews with musical artists and bands, funny challenges, a “dance cam” and games. On Saturday morning, the volunteers distributed to several homes for the elderly to serve a special breakfast.
At 4 p.m. on Saturday, the group tallied all the donations and celebrated with the gathered crowd that together they had raised 11,360 euros.
At 4 p.m. on Saturday, the group tallied all the donations and celebrated with the gathered crowd that together they had raised 11,360 euros.
“I started to get emotional,” said Freek Bahlman, one of the Xperience presenters inside the glass house. “We got out of the house and got onto a small stage before this big screen, and the whole square was filled with people. Keep in mind that we did this for the first year, so not a lot of people knew if this would be a success. So, yeah, that was really special.”
“This project started as a youth project but it somehow evolved into a church project,” said van der Zeijden. “So in a way I do think the youth influenced the church.”
To see photos or watch videos of the Glass House event, visit http://glazenhuisvlaardingen.nl.
To watch Xperience TV, or learn more, visit xptv.nl. — Photocredits: Ruben van Duin
“This project started as a youth project but it somehow evolved into a church project,” said van der Zeijden. “So in a way I do think the youth influenced the church.”
To see photos or watch videos of the Glass House event, visit http://glazenhuisvlaardingen.nl.
To watch Xperience TV, or learn more, visit xptv.nl. — Photocredits: Ruben van Duin
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PRAY FOR:
GLOBAL MINISTRY REQUESTS
God’s Grace for Derival
"I am alive today because of the grace of God," shared Derival in Haiti. "As I watched the JESUS Film, I realized the greatness and power of God. I accepted Christ as my Savior, and would like to know about the Word of God. Thank you for showing this movie!" Pray for Derival to grow deep roots of faith in Christ.
Pray for the JESUS Film teams in Haiti and around the world. As of December 23, 2015, JESUS Film Harvest Partners has reported work in 135 countries, with 290 languages used, and currently 731 registered film teams.
Click here to read more testimonies and information about Nazarene JESUS Film teams and the JESUS Film Harvest Partners ministry.
Compassion Conference
The compassion conference is a global gathering that will inspire attendees to imagine how the church can live out God’s call to be people of compassion and create change in local communities. The event is sponsored by Nazarene Compassionate Ministries (NCM) and will be held in July 2016 in Illinois, USA. Pray for the leaders as they bring details together. Click here for more details on the NCM website.
Texas Tornados
The Ovilla Road Nazarene church in Texas sustained significant damage as a tornado rolled through the Dallas area on December 26, 2015. NMI Dallas District President Cheryl Adams and her husband, Ron, pastor the church and they are ok. The parsonage also sustained extensive damage. Pray for the Adams and church members as they minister to people who are suffering loss and as they rebuild their facility.
Missionaries George and Nancy Miller were also in Texas for the holidays when tornados rolled through. We were thankful to hear the news that after huddling together with 24 family members in a closet until the storm passed, the Millers and their clan were safe. The home, however, was damaged. Read more in theNCN News article.
Janet Miller
East Ohio District NMI President Mark Miller asks for prayer for his aunt, Janet Miller, who is missing. Janet is 78 and has an advanced stage of dementia. She was last seen at her church’s Christmas Eve service in Brookhaven, Georgia, and police have been searching ever since. Pray for Janet’s safe return. Pray for Mark and his family as they wait for news.
January Missionary Prayer Focus
Join with Verne Ward, director of Global Mission, and pray for the following missionaries during the month of January and watch PML for specific requests these servants will send in throughout the month.
Todd and Connie Aebischer, Philippines
Carlos and Silvia Bauza, Timor-Leste
Ronny Beech, South Africa
Scott and Gail Dooley, Papua New Guinea
Jörg Eich, Germany
David and Tabita González, Argentina
Randy and Joani Goossens, Papua New Guinea
Tomo and Ceny Hirahara, Thailand
Trino and Anna Jara, Armenia
Carlos “Helmer” and Elisa “Susy” Juarez, Guatemala
Carlos and Claudia “Isabel” Juarez, Argentina
George “Mike” and Amy Kehoe, Ecuador
Rolf and Debbie Kleinfeld, Cambodia
Hwan “Bill” and Bum “Mill” Kwon, Thailand
Mark and Linda Louw, Asia-Pacific Region
Jeffrey and Susan Myers, Papua New Guinea
Andrew Paleno, Swaziland
Isaac Petty, Poland
John Porter, Swaziland
Scott and Jennifer Rainey, Ukraine
Carlos and Rosa Saenz, Mesoamerica Region
Bob and Evelyn Shea, Honduras
Lynn and Sherry Shmidt, Philippines
David and Kathy Slamp, South Africa
Brian and Jill Tibbs, Ecuador
Sarah Warren, Ecuador
Joshua and Brandi Williams, USA/Canada
Please remember to also pray for missionaries who serve in creative access areas, that God will supply all their needs.
General Superintendents
Please pray for the ministry and safety of the general superintendents who are traveling this month.
Jerry D. Porter
J. K. Warrick
Eugénio Duarte
David W. Graves
David A. Busic
Gustavo A. Crocker
HEALTH-RELATED REQUESTS
Diana Haworth
Please continue to pray for former missionary Diana Haworth as she battles cancer. Her husband, Will, shares “Diana is low in strength but keeping at it. She is receiving hospice care at home. Pray for Diana, Will, their family and the caretakers. The Haworths served in Uruguay and Mexico.
BEREAVEMENT
Phyllis Biscoe
Phyllis passed away on December 30th. Phyllis served as secretary of the Kansas City District NMI Council and in the NMI office at Nazarene headquarters for ten years. A memorial service was held on January 3, 2016, in Kansas City with former Global NMI Director and General Superintendent Emerita Nina Gunter presiding. Phyllis is survived by her husband of 62 years, Joe, two children, and their families. Pray for the Biscoe family during this time.
Family of Nancy Skinner
Nancy Skinner, mother of missionaries Bob Skinner and Carol Skinner, passed away December 29, 2015. There was a celebration of Nancy’s life on January 2, 2016, in John Day, Oregon, USA. Bob was able to travel home to be with family for the services. Carol has been home caring for their mom the past few months. Pray for the Skinner family during this time. Bob serves with his wife, Colleen, in Poland. Carol has been serving in Hungary.
Family of Edelmira Rodriguez
Edelmira Rodriguez, pastor at the Church of the Nazarene in El Progreso, Panama, passed away on January 5. She had been hospitalized and in intensive care when the Lord took her home. She was the mother of Elvia Rosa Saenz, wife of Mesoamerica Regional Director Luis Carlos Saenz. Pray for the Rodriguez and Saenz families and members of the El Progreso Church.
Thank you for praying.
These words seemed an appropriate message for all of us to consider
this first week of 2016:
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy.
O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console,
to be understood as to understand,
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen.[St. Francis of Assisi]
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PRAY FOR:
GLOBAL MINISTRY REQUESTS
God’s Grace for Derival
"I am alive today because of the grace of God," shared Derival in Haiti. "As I watched the JESUS Film, I realized the greatness and power of God. I accepted Christ as my Savior, and would like to know about the Word of God. Thank you for showing this movie!" Pray for Derival to grow deep roots of faith in Christ.
Pray for the JESUS Film teams in Haiti and around the world. As of December 23, 2015, JESUS Film Harvest Partners has reported work in 135 countries, with 290 languages used, and currently 731 registered film teams.
Click here to read more testimonies and information about Nazarene JESUS Film teams and the JESUS Film Harvest Partners ministry.
Compassion Conference
The compassion conference is a global gathering that will inspire attendees to imagine how the church can live out God’s call to be people of compassion and create change in local communities. The event is sponsored by Nazarene Compassionate Ministries (NCM) and will be held in July 2016 in Illinois, USA. Pray for the leaders as they bring details together. Click here for more details on the NCM website.
Texas Tornados
The Ovilla Road Nazarene church in Texas sustained significant damage as a tornado rolled through the Dallas area on December 26, 2015. NMI Dallas District President Cheryl Adams and her husband, Ron, pastor the church and they are ok. The parsonage also sustained extensive damage. Pray for the Adams and church members as they minister to people who are suffering loss and as they rebuild their facility.
Missionaries George and Nancy Miller were also in Texas for the holidays when tornados rolled through. We were thankful to hear the news that after huddling together with 24 family members in a closet until the storm passed, the Millers and their clan were safe. The home, however, was damaged. Read more in theNCN News article.
Janet Miller
East Ohio District NMI President Mark Miller asks for prayer for his aunt, Janet Miller, who is missing. Janet is 78 and has an advanced stage of dementia. She was last seen at her church’s Christmas Eve service in Brookhaven, Georgia, and police have been searching ever since. Pray for Janet’s safe return. Pray for Mark and his family as they wait for news.
January Missionary Prayer Focus
Join with Verne Ward, director of Global Mission, and pray for the following missionaries during the month of January and watch PML for specific requests these servants will send in throughout the month.
Todd and Connie Aebischer, Philippines
Carlos and Silvia Bauza, Timor-Leste
Ronny Beech, South Africa
Scott and Gail Dooley, Papua New Guinea
Jörg Eich, Germany
David and Tabita González, Argentina
Randy and Joani Goossens, Papua New Guinea
Tomo and Ceny Hirahara, Thailand
Trino and Anna Jara, Armenia
Carlos “Helmer” and Elisa “Susy” Juarez, Guatemala
Carlos and Claudia “Isabel” Juarez, Argentina
George “Mike” and Amy Kehoe, Ecuador
Rolf and Debbie Kleinfeld, Cambodia
Hwan “Bill” and Bum “Mill” Kwon, Thailand
Mark and Linda Louw, Asia-Pacific Region
Jeffrey and Susan Myers, Papua New Guinea
Andrew Paleno, Swaziland
Isaac Petty, Poland
John Porter, Swaziland
Scott and Jennifer Rainey, Ukraine
Carlos and Rosa Saenz, Mesoamerica Region
Bob and Evelyn Shea, Honduras
Lynn and Sherry Shmidt, Philippines
David and Kathy Slamp, South Africa
Brian and Jill Tibbs, Ecuador
Sarah Warren, Ecuador
Joshua and Brandi Williams, USA/Canada
Please remember to also pray for missionaries who serve in creative access areas, that God will supply all their needs.
General Superintendents
Please pray for the ministry and safety of the general superintendents who are traveling this month.
Jerry D. Porter
J. K. Warrick
Eugénio Duarte
David W. Graves
David A. Busic
Gustavo A. Crocker
HEALTH-RELATED REQUESTS
Diana Haworth
Please continue to pray for former missionary Diana Haworth as she battles cancer. Her husband, Will, shares “Diana is low in strength but keeping at it. She is receiving hospice care at home. Pray for Diana, Will, their family and the caretakers. The Haworths served in Uruguay and Mexico.
BEREAVEMENT
Phyllis Biscoe
Phyllis passed away on December 30th. Phyllis served as secretary of the Kansas City District NMI Council and in the NMI office at Nazarene headquarters for ten years. A memorial service was held on January 3, 2016, in Kansas City with former Global NMI Director and General Superintendent Emerita Nina Gunter presiding. Phyllis is survived by her husband of 62 years, Joe, two children, and their families. Pray for the Biscoe family during this time.
Family of Nancy Skinner
Nancy Skinner, mother of missionaries Bob Skinner and Carol Skinner, passed away December 29, 2015. There was a celebration of Nancy’s life on January 2, 2016, in John Day, Oregon, USA. Bob was able to travel home to be with family for the services. Carol has been home caring for their mom the past few months. Pray for the Skinner family during this time. Bob serves with his wife, Colleen, in Poland. Carol has been serving in Hungary.
Family of Edelmira Rodriguez
Edelmira Rodriguez, pastor at the Church of the Nazarene in El Progreso, Panama, passed away on January 5. She had been hospitalized and in intensive care when the Lord took her home. She was the mother of Elvia Rosa Saenz, wife of Mesoamerica Regional Director Luis Carlos Saenz. Pray for the Rodriguez and Saenz families and members of the El Progreso Church.
Thank you for praying.
These words seemed an appropriate message for all of us to consider
this first week of 2016:
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy.
O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console,
to be understood as to understand,
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen.[St. Francis of Assisi]
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NMI Prayer Mobilization Line for Wednesday,
January 6, 2016
"Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge."[
Psalm 62:8 NIV]
PRAISE:
Overcoming
Thank you, Lord Jesus, that you can overcome the powers of darkness as you did for a woman in
the village of Ongpin in Myanmar. After being prayed over for several hours by Pastors Rama and
Tim, the woman is free from demonic influences and a new believer in Christ.
Glass House Update
We praise God for what He accomplished as we prayed for the Glass House Project last month.
As you recall, the youth of the Vlaardingen, Netherlands, Church of the Nazarene literally
constructed a glass building on the city square where they were locked in by the city’s mayor and
for 24-hours broadcast encouraging messages, songs, games, and hope. The project was part of
an effort to raise money for a national Red Cross fundraising drive called “Serious Request.” The
youth raised 11,360 euros (approximately $12,200 USD). The funds will go towards the needs of
young people seeking education in war-torn areas. Thank you for praying last month for The
Glass House Project.
PRAY FOR:
God’s Grace for Derival
“I am alive today because of the grace of God,” shared Derival in Haiti. “As I watched the JESUS
Film, I realized the greatness and power of God. I accepted Christ as my Savior, and would like to
know about the Word of God. Thank you for showing this movie!” Pray for Derival to grow deep
roots of faith in Christ.
Pray for the JESUS Film teams in Haiti and around the world. As of December 23, 2015,
JESUS Film Harvest Partners has reported work in 135 countries, with 290 languages used, and
currently 731 registered film teams.
Compassion Conference
The compassion conference is a global gathering that will inspire attendees to imagine how the
church can live out God’s call to be people of compassion and create change in your local
community. The event is sponsored by Nazarene Compassionate Ministries (NCM) and will be
held in July 2016 in Illinois, USA. Pray for the leaders as they bring details together. Pray about
going or sending someone from your church to the Compassion Conference.
Texas Tornados
The Ovilla Road Nazarene church in Texas sustained significant damage as a tornado rolled
through the Dallas area on December 26, 2015. NMI Dallas District President Cheryl Adams and
her husband, Ron, pastor the church and they are ok. The parsonage also sustained extensive
damage. Pray for the Adams and their church members as they minister to people who are
suffering loss and as they rebuild their facility.
Missionaries George and Nancy Miller were also in Texas with family for the holidays when
tornados rolled through. We were thankful to hear the news that after huddling together with 24
family members in a closet until the storm passed, the Millers and their clan were safe but the
home was damaged.
Janet Miller
East Ohio District NMI President Mark Miller asks for prayer for his aunt, Janet Miller, who is
missing. Janet is 78 and has an advanced stage of dementia. She was last seen at her church’s
Christmas Eve service in Brookhaven, Georgia, and police have been searching ever since.
Pray for Janet’s safe return. Pray for Mark and his family as they wait for news.
January Missionary Prayer Focus
Join with Verne Ward, director of Global Mission, and pray for the following missionaries during
the month of January and watch PML for specific requests these servants will send in throughout
the month.
Todd and Connie Aebischer, Philippines
Carlos and Silvia Bauza, Timor-Leste
Ronny Beech, South Africa
Scott and Gail Dooley, Papua New Guinea
Jörg Eich, Germany
David and Tabita González, Argentina
Randy and Joani Goossens, Papua New Guinea
Tomo and Ceny Hirahara, Thailand
Trino and Anna Jara, Armenia
Carlos “Helmer” and Elisa “Susy” Juarez, Guatemala
Carlos and Claudia “Isabel” Juarez, Argentina
George “Mike” and Amy Kehoe, Ecuador
Rolf and Debbie Kleinfeld, Cambodia
Hwan “Bill” and Bum “Mill” Kwon, Thailand
Mark and Linda Louw, Asia-Pacific Region
Jeffrey and Susan Myers, Papua New Guinea
Andrew Paleno, Swaziland
Isaac Petty, Poland
John Porter, Swaziland
Scott and Jennifer Rainey, Ukraine
Carlos and Rosa Saenz, Mesoamerica Region
Bob and Evelyn Shea, Honduras
Lynn and Sherry Shmidt, Philippines
David and Kathy Slamp, South Africa
Brian and Jill Tibbs, Ecuador
Sarah Warren, Ecuador
Joshua and Brandi Williams, USA/Canada
Please remember to also pray for missionaries who serve in creative access areas, that God will
supply all their needs.
General Superintendents
Please pray for the ministry and safety of the general superintendents who are traveling this
month.
Jerry D. Porter
J. K. Warrick
Eugénio Duarte
David W. Graves
David A. Busic
Gustavo A. Crocker
HEALTH-RELATED REQUESTS
Diana Haworth
Please continue to pray for former missionary Diana Haworth as she battles cancer. Her
husband, Will, shares “Diana is low in strength but keeping at it. She is on hospice care at home.
Pray for Diana, Will, their family and the caretakers. The Haworths served in Uruguay and
Mexico.
BEREAVEMENT
Phyllis Biscoe
Phyllis passed away on December 30th. Phyllis served as secretary of the Kansas City District
NMI Council and in the NMI office at Nazarene headquarters for ten years. A memorial service
was held on January 3 2016, in Kansas City with former Global NMI Director and General
Superintendent Emeritus Nina Gunter presiding. Phyllis is survived by her husband of 62 years,
Joe, two children, and their families. Pray for the Biscoe family during this time.
Family of Nancy Skinner
Nancy Skinner, mother of missionaries Bob Skinner and Carol Skinner, passed away December
29, 2015. There was a celebration of Nancy’s life on January 2, 2016, in John Day, Oregon, USA.
Bob was able to travel home to be with family for the services. Carol has been home caring for
their mom the past few months. Pray for the Skinner family during this time. Bob serves with his
wife, Colleen, in Poland. Carol has been serving in Hungary.
Family of Edelmira Rodriguez
Edelmira Rodriguez, pastor at the Church of the Nazarene in El Progreso, Panama, passed away
on January 5. She had been hospitalized and in intensive care when the Lord took her home. She
was the mother of Elvia Rosa Saenz, wife of Mesoamerica Regional Director Luis Carlos Saenz.
Pray for the Rodriguez and Saenz families and members of the El Progreso Church.
Thanks for praying!
These words seemed an appropriate message for all of us to consider
this first week of 2016:
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy.
O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console,
to be understood as to understand,
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen.[
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St. Francis of Assisi]
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