Greetings from BT
BT writes from Jerusalem: Lebanon is again in crisis and although there is fear of civil war, there is also a determination not to cross that line again. As demonstrated publicly the country is divided in support of and opposition to the government and each camp includes those of various sectarian groups. Lebanon is complicated and looking objectively each side has valid criticisms, but for the sake of the country a resolution is urgently needed and I hope that by the time you read this letter they will reach a solution. Click here to read her full...
Read MoreRochester Youth Outreach
In RYO’s second newsletter, Jessica and Greg report: We are so privileged to work with these kids. It is amazing the breakthroughs we have seen. As the kids are loved and invested in, we get to see their hard exteriors begin to peel away and they become kids once again. There is nothing worse than a child who is forced to grow up before their time due to circumstances they have been placed in, but here they are able to let it all go and be themselves. Bad behaviors are decreasing exponentially, and our hearts melt as we begin to see they are just enjoying spending time with us. It is...
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In RYO’s first newsletter, Jessica and Greg write: We are writing to inform you of what God is doing in Rochester among not only the youth, but the families and communities in which they live. This is our attempt to reveal to you how God is working in the 19th Ward of Rochester, the demonstration of His power through miracles among the youth, and the growth of this ministry. “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the LORD rejoices to see the work begin.” Zechariah 4.10a In our short time working in the 19th Ward, we have begun to appreciate the beauty of this idea; the Lord...
Read MoreWinter MD Breakfast
The annual MCCF Missions Breakfast will be held on Saturday morning, February 10th, from 9-11 am at the Meliora Faculty Club on the River Campus. Speakers will include: Dr. Jeff Harp – Haiti mission Drs. Nick Venci and Chuck Culbertson – Senegal mission Jared Tomlinson – Ghana mission Dave & Diann Conquest – Dr. Keir Thelander’s work at Bongolo Evangelical Hospital in Gabon, Africa Dr. John Seaman – Disaster Preparedness Information about the upcoming CMDA Global Health Outreach trip to Nicaragua in 4/07 will also be presented. Mark your calendars and...
Read MoreNews from Jerusalem
BT writes from Jerusalem: As the year 2006 draws to a close, the cease-fire that ended the summer war is holding, and normal life has resumed for many, but the consequences of the war will be felt by both Lebanese and Israelis for a long time to come. As I write the kidnapped Israeli soldiers have not yet been returned, but I pray that by the time you read this letter they will be safely home. Lebanon has begun the enormous task of reconstruction, but thousands of Lebanese whose homes were destroyed face a bleak winter. Click here to read her entire Christmas...
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