Prayer and Praise - February 2007
Chris & Jana Disler - Home Assignment
We have enjoyed being around "home" in Indiana the past couple months. We are now gearing up for a very busy March. Pray for us as we prepare for multi-day trips to Illinois, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. Pray that the Lord would lay on the hearts of His children to come alongside us in financial support. We are to return to Brazil in July and are still lacking support.
Alisa Pierschbacher - Appointee
This month I have two meetings scheduled on February 4th and the 11th. One is in Mitchell, NE and the other in Osceola, IA. Thank you for praying for me as I travel and minister in these churches. Pray also for God's continued provision for my support.
Ken & Lori Stucky
Our church will begin building additional classroom space very soon. Pray for each church member to contribute from the heart. Some will serve on the work crew on their days off, and others will bring lunch out to us as we toil. Yet others are tied up in their schedules but will contribute financially. Not equal gifts, but equal sacrifice! Pray with us to achieve our objective.
Jerry & Bev Lehrman
The Antioch Bible Institute students are back and classes are in progress once again. Pray for those of us who are teaching and directing the school. Pray that we will make wise decisions in situations that arise as we prepare these students for the ministry. We are thankful for Gerald Bergen who is back teaching through April.
Bill & Sandi Graf
This month is the lull before the storm in our ministry as team coordinators at Rio Grande Bible Institute. We praise the Lord for a good enrollment in both the Missionary Language School and the Bible Institute this semester. Pray for the salvation of truck drivers who have indicated a real interest in the Gospel but have not made that decision.
Joe & Jeanie Stucky
Pray that as we have contact with ALPHA students in the classroom we will have a positive influence in their lives. Pray that the visits we make in the homes of the students will result in the establishing of friendships, encouraging Christian families in their walk with the Lord, and sharing the plan of salvation with those who don't know Him.
Jonathan & Denielle Johnson - Appointees
Praise the Lord for a good trip to Brazil, for all the things we were able to see and do. We look forward to the day when we return full time to this needy land. Pray for a couple of meetings this month in Nebraska. Pray for God's direction in our lives as we schedule meetings for the spring.
Harold & Ruth Green - Finance Director BGFM
We deeply appreciate your prayers on our behalf as we minister in the Home Office of BGFM. We are involved this month with plans and preparations for our Annual Business Meeting and Banquet to be held in March. Pray for wisdom as Harold prepares financial reports for the business meeting and Ruth and Barb Sanders finalize details for the banquet.
Dave & Sue Eldert - Medical Leave
We thank the Lord for safety in travel and for a wonderful Christmas in Illinois with family. Pray for Dave as he prepares for and teaches his courses at Antioch Bible Institute via the Internet. Pray for the preparations for the Carnival Retreat at the Silver Lake Bible Camp the latter part of February. We expect over one hundred young people to attend.
Larry & Ruth Lipka - Executive Director BGFM
Pray for God's protection and blessing upon Larry's travles and speaking opportunities. Pray that some would be interested in career ministry in Brazil. Thank God with us that our daughter, Renee, had a profitable ministry at the ALPHA School in Brazil over the past six months. Pray for her as she seeks for employment and service opportunities upon her return.
Jim & Lydia Johnson - Medical Leave
Pray for the churches in the Lower Jaguaribe River Valley as they prepare for Carnival Retreat. It appears that they will not be able to use the Manaaim Campgrounds as we had planned. Pray for continued progress at the Manaaim Campgrounds for future events.
Our nation has had many Presidents, one of which was Abraham Lincoln. We remember him for his integrity and honesty, and his leadership of our country. May we be faithful to pray for the leaders of our country today, asking God to give them wisdom in the multitude of decisions each day.
Ron & Ranelle Stucky
Pray for us as we finish preparing those who will be filling in for us in Brazil while we go to the USA. Pray for safety as we travel (starting on the 15th), and that we would encourage and challenge those we visit.
Ellie Driesenga
Please pray as we prepare for the Carnival Retreat to be held at our new church plant, New Hope Bible Church. Pray that this would be an edifying and unifying time for the new church as well as for each family. Also pray for the salvation of two couples, Cristiano and Cristiana and Elivan and his wife.
Al & Nadine Pierschbacher
Praise the Lord we were able to finish the roof on the Retreat Center and that construction is ready for the rainy season which has already begun. Pray for the salvation of Milson. This month we are planning to begin Sunday School at New Hope Bible Church, our new church plant. The end of April we are planning a three month furlough. Pray for wisdom as we contact churches and schedule meetings for that time.
Priscilla School - Teacher Training for Women
We are grateful to the Lord that we are able to hold two sessions in July, one at the Silver Lake Bible Camp and the other in the town of Santa Quiteria. Pray specifically as we finalize details for the session in Santa Quiteria.
Lucy Lieb
SIBIMA Seminary classes began February 5th, and we are trusting the Lord for a good beginning to the new school year. Pray with me for a good staff of student librarians. Pray also for wisdom as I begin to implement the automation software that I purchased.
Gerald & Amy Bergen - Retired
We praise the Lord for the privilege to once again serve in Brazil. We are here for a period of three months teaching at the Antioch Bible Institute and serving as host and hostess at the mission guest house. Pray that we will have health and strength for the work and serve with discernment and be controlled by the Spirit.
Nancy Lieb - Home Assignment
I am thankful for the opportunity to attend the Prayer First Conference in January. Pray as I make contacts with friends and supporters that I may be able to arrange speaking opportunities. Pray for the Lord's provision for my needed support.
National Pastor - Pastor Manuel
Pastor Manuel has pastored the Pedra Branca Bible Church for many years. He also directs the Christian School at the church and would appreciate your prayers for the salvation of each student along with their families. They also request prayer for several more Christian teachers to minister at the school and for the Lord's provision of needed materials for the various classes.
Ron & Nancy Johnson - Home Assignment
Thank the Lord with us for special times with family and friends recently. Praise the Lord that Lydia has a job substitute teaching where we are living and that Rosie could be home during a vacation from college. Both of us have some health issues and would appreciate your prayers. Pray for wisdom as we schedule meetings during the next few months.
George Washington was the first President of our great nation and this great form of leadership endures unto this day. As believers we are encouraged to pray for our President and the leaders of our country.
“I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.” 1 Timothy 2:1-2
Dan & Linda Anderson - Home Assignment
Andrew, Dinho and Fabiana's older boy was shocked electrically. Please pray that his hand will totally recuperate without any type of deficiency. Pray that Dinho will complete his studies well this last semester. Our family is joyfully adjusting to another baby, and the older children are doing well in school. Pray for Dan as he disciples several people from our church. Pray for wisdom in scheduling meetings and for the Lord's provision for our needed support.
David & Connie Johnson
We are grateful to the Lord for Carlos Adriano's decision to trust the Lord as Savior. Pray for his spiritual growth and changed lifestyle from that of a former drug user. Pray for funds to purchase land for a church building. Pray also regarding personal financial support.
Roger & Crystal Johansen - Home Assignment
Please pray for the boys, Joshua, Jordan and Jonathan as they home school. Because of several trips the past several months, they are a little behind. Pray for Mom to have grace and strength as she teaches. Praise the Lord for all of the encouraging members of God's body that have uplifted our spirits in their dedication to truth and ministry. Thanks for your prayers.
Philip & Rachel Stucky
We had a fantastic time ministering together with Mark in Maceio at a weekend youth retreat with one boy accepting the Lord as Savior. Our time together at our annual BGFM conference was also special. Pray for Mark as he finishes his second year of studies at The Master's College and prepares for full time Christian service.
Wendell & Florence Ann Hayden - Retired
We praise the Lord for His blessing last month when Florence Ann had the catheter ablation for her heart arrhythmia. It was a success, and she no longer needs heart medicine. We thank the Lord for answered prayer. Please continue to pray for the Good News Club in Voy Spears Elementary School. We're praying that we might reach more children.
Annual Business Meeting and Banquet
Pray with us as we prepare for our Annual Business Meeting and Banquet that will be held March 24th. Pray for the Board Members, missionaries and for Pastor Jenuan, president of SIBIMA Seminary, who will be with us in Springfield for the banquet.
