Missions’ Prayer Sheet for October 2013‏

Take Time Today to Pray!

Prayer is Your Missionaries Greatest Need! October, 2013 

Our Retired Missionaries – several of them still get some financial support from our Church

                Virgil and Dolores Bunjer, Baptist Mid-Missions, now living at Ottumwa, IA, (former German Church Planters, now ministering to missionary retirees) Quite unexpectedly, Virgil  found out from his Dr. that he has an irregular heart beat. Testing has been ongoing Pray with them, that it isn’t anything too major and that they can move to their Ankeny apartment on schedule. Their first great-granddaughter arrived recently. Regarding Germany, praise God that Frank K’s badly broken ankle is healing well even as he continued ministry responsibilities. The Skinners, missionaries, have been back to the U.S. going to Bible Colleges with the need for more missionaries to go to Germany. Good interest has been shown. Praise the Lord that Linda Skinner’s mom is responding well to chemo treatment.

                Louis  Miller, retired builder, living at Manning needs our prayers and encouragement. To contact him: c/o The Manning Plaza, 410 Main St. Manning, IA 51455, or e-mail plazaresident@mrhcia.com , and put in the subject line: Louis Miller.

Allen and Marilyn Adler, Native American ministry, Townsend, MT

Joan Nichols, living in Ankeny, formerly serving in Latin America.

Wyzetta Titus, widow of Gerald Titus serving the homebound in her area of VA

The Dean Buttons, former Builders, now located at Marshalltown, IA

                Lois Wantoch serving in her Church in NE after years on the Amazon

                Bonnie Abbas, actively “retired” in Chile, S. A.

Missionaries We Support Financially and with Prayer 

Norman and Susan Smith family now back in Japan, seeking to build bridges to individuals and establish Churches–     www.smithlife.net                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            A property has been purchased. It is 25 minutes outside of Kikuyo. It will be developed as a retreat and training center. Besides his art, Norman is riding a Harley Sportster (Praise God for this provision for an outreach to bikers.) He hopes to have Biker BBQ’s at the new property site. Susan has met with Mrs. K who is 72 and has to yet understand and believe the Gospel. Pray for several who occasionally attend Bible Study on Sunday evenings. Pray for Keiko. (She came with the Smiths to the U.S.) She seems to be falling into depression.

                Darrel, Lori, Stephanie, and Stacy Jingst, EBI (Spanish Literature Publication) in Sebring, FL

    Mike and Peggy Carr, Missionary Builders at work in MI at CBM’s home office, now located at the Pueblo West, CO project. Peggy was sidelined in FL as Mike went to the CBM family conference. Her mom in FL had back surgery. He dad stopped cancer treatment and has gone into hospice care. Things appear to be off to a great start in CO. An addition to the auditorium is planned, as well as building more classrooms and restrooms. Julie is expecting the Carr’s second child in mid-Nov. Pray for a safe arrival.

                Dan and Peggy Whitcher, Church Planting and Development Cordinator, Baptist Mid-Missions. Follow them: www.danandpeggy.com

Brad and Marie Hansen and family, Baptist Church Planters, Bussey, IA Pray that additional support will be forthcoming. The Church could profit so greatly with more time for Pastor Brad to be focusing on it! Sam and Ann and family are now living in Bussey. Pray for them as they settle in and make decisions. Pray for the Hansen sons at FBBC.

                Dennis and Peggy Robinson, CBM, Missionary Builders, If you haven’t done so, read Dennis’ book that gives his testimony of how God worked in his life and gave him the call to ministry. (Several folks in the Church purchased a copy and would likely be happy to let you read theirs!)

                Ron and Kathleen Weber soon to be reporting to their Churches and the “retiring” after starting 11 Churches with ABWE in Brazil –  The Webers notice the fall temps. 85 to 90 degrees has been their temperature range for some 40 years! Although most of the Weber’s medical check-ups have ended with good news or problems fixed, Ron has been told he has two secondary arteries blocked. Expensive medicine to take now! They request prayer for Pastor Medeiros “as he is still learning to adapt to new situations.” The Webers plan to take James to Shepherd’s Home in Jan. to visit a week. They want him to become more independent. The Mission Agency has approved the Webers as substitute missionaries on English-speaking or Portuguese-speaking countries. They are scheduled for 5 months of meetings in Brazil April – August 2015, going to Churches, schools, conferences, camps, and seminaries. Ron is currently writing about their experiences as missionaries to Brazil.

                Ed and Cheryl Bunt, CBM Church Planters, Danville, IA Cheryl’s brother passed away recently.

                Pete and Darla Ringleberg, CBM Home Office – in MI  

Missionaries We Support With Prayer

                Lars and Phyllis Wessberg – Missionary Evangelism with C.O.M.E.             

Steve and Kelley Frerichs, Church Planters in Lima, Peru

                Stephen and Cathy King temporarily serving in the printing ministry as they anticipate going to Scotland                        

                Blane and Kelly Barfknecht family, Church Planters with BCP, Chalco Hills Baptist Church in the Omaha area of NE   Check out the website: www.chalcohillsbaptist.com        

                Lucas and Kimberly Warner, serving in Romania with Baptist Mid-Missions Check out the progress: www.facebook.com/WarnersinRomainia Ground was broken for the new building. Phase 2 is underway. Pray as funds are still needed for completion of this stage. Many visitors have assisted in various ways in the ministry this past summer. Pray that God will call some back as full-time missionaries there. The US medical team saw more than 500 patients and opened many doors for the missionaries the 7 days they held clinics in 3 villages where Baptist Mid-Missions has Church plants. $40,000 would complete the Church building!

The Barry Farlow family, in Brazil, serving with Baptist Mid-Missions See: www.thefarlows.com

                The James Taylors (www.taylors4brazil.blogspot.com ) in Brazil  Pray for Mrs. G. to see her need of a Savior. She comes to Church regularly. The family Z has separated, heading toward divorce. Pray they will both find new life in Christ. The Church Constitution is being finalized. Pray for the in-home Bible studies as they continue. Praise God that Rachel did arrive safely and that she is working alongside her brother and family. She is wonderful help.

Ken and Sharon Loveall, preaching and teaching in Peru’s Andes Mountains

The Boyds to Colombia with ABWEVisit: www.BoydHome.com

Henry John family with Baptist Mid-Missions serving in their native India – A kidney transplant from Molly’s sister will not work, so Molly continues dialysis 2x weekly. Pray for a donor or the Lord to heal Molly. Joshua is studying pre-pharmacy at DMAC and Sharon is a high school senior. 3 modules will be offered in India the first week of Nov. Pray for Henry and the 3 men accompanying him. Pray all will have the funds needed to make the trip and that they will have a safe trip and health and strength. Pray for the dream of a seminary in North India.

Pat and Bonnie Ryal medical missionaries to Nicaragua with ABWE

Dan and Karis Mapes and family on furlough from Ghana, West Africa, with Baptist Mid-Missions The Whittys plan to move to Berekum as soon as approved by the quota committee. The Owens are at 70% support and attended Launch Seminar.  Praise God that pianos have arrived. When the Whittys are approved and do arrive, they will distribute them. Pray that the timing for Dan to visit Ghana. It will be after the new year. Sad news is: an instructor at the Bible College finished his radio message and died. Janet Seidu, a co-worker in Ghana, died of a blood clot while here in the states (raising support and he working on his Dr.’s degree). Pray that God will untangle all the complications the Mapes’ letter shares with us.

George and Dottie Hatfield, Campus Ministries at ISU in Ames Visit: http://ghatfield.ebm.org – It usually takes 18 months to 2 yrs. for an International student to respond to the claims of Christ. Thank God for those attending meetings faithfully and for the new students coming each week. The men and women continue to have their Bible Studies. Pray for salvation of the several girls and guys George mentions in his weekly updates.

Rhonda Green, RN, Micronesian Medical Missions, Baptist Mid-Missions, Guam

Paul and Joyce Oetken, CBM Home Office  They give us an update on 10 building projects whose plans Paul has worked on. Praise the Lord that the Columbus, WI is now complete and dedicated! The Oetkens have a new grandson. Pray for Joyce and her fibromyalgia.

Ben and Katie Wooster, on deputation as CBM missionary builders – Check out the mission’s new website:  www.cbmoffice.org . Their support is at 40%. Pray they reach 50% by the end of the year. $436 is needed to reach that goal! They are expecting a baby in March! Pray for them as they start their family.

Anna Beth Wivell with Baptist Mid-Missions, translator, heading to Chad in Africa  View her blog: www.annabethwiv.com

Timothy and Jane Silcott family with COME bringing an evangelistic outreach to small Churches. Check out www.silcottministries.com

Pat and Wendy Campbell, Baptist Mid-Missions, Missionaries to Peru –

Wesley and Sonia Chatla – International Gospel Missions, National Pastor to India –

The Phillips Family, Team Church Planters in Chicagoland with Baptist Church Planters. Visit www.phillips5.net  The weekly “Family- Connects” continue at the Park. ESL Classes started up this month. While the parents study language, the Phillips are working with the kids. The families are invited to attend services at the Church on Sundays. Pray the family can soon have more time to work in the ministry as their support from Churches and individuals grows.

Mark and Leslie Boyd and family, Missionaries to Germany – Language study continues as Mark and Leslie focus on their weaknesses with the German language. Good news on Natalie’s ears. Dr. says the ear drum looks much better than before the surgery. They are hoping that the removal of her adenoids has solved the underlying problem.

John and Bev Leonard, Baptist Mid-Missions, in Brazil – Check out: www.prayforjohn.com

David and Patti West, Gospel Mission of S.A., anticipating “training nationals in Argentina and Chile” – They continue to have safe travels as they finish up in New England. Pray for travels through PA, OH, MN, and NE. Ask God to keep them strong in presenting the work in Argentina.

The Tylavskys – Church Planters with CBM  .

The Wessbergs in missionary evangelism- When Lars’ mom passed away, she left them her condo, so for the first time in 30 yrs. they have a home without wheels. Some remodeling had to be done when they had a few week of time this fruitful, busy summer. Lars has accepted the opportunity to be the North American Field Representative for COME International Baptist Ministries. The mission wants to broaden their scope into church planting and interim pastorates. (The Wessbergs plan to conclude their evangelistic outreach this year at the end of Nov. Pray often for them as they continue on the many miles of travel.)

Joy Akkermann with Baptist Mid-Missions headed to the jungles of Peru –

LET’S PRAY, GIVE, AND GO TO OUR NEIGHBORS AND CO-WORKERS! IF WE ARE ALL FAITHFUL IN OUR TASK, THE JOB WILL GET DONE! Pray for FBBC and Seminary students as they learn, the online Bible study for kids at www.iToadU.com , Shepherd’s Home, Alpha Women’s Center, our KJAN Radio Broadcast and our website: www.fbcbrayton.org , IARBC statewide ministries, Baptist Children’s Home Ministries, and Memorial Christian Hospital in Bangladesh. Pray for  IRBC. Pray for the Jews. Pray for Israel! Pray for our Patch and Pee Wee Clubs and Compass. Pray for our Ladies Bible Study and Men’s Prayer Breakfasts! Don’t stop praying!