Declet
South O' Border
DR. & MRS LONNIE C. SMITH Sr.
Missionaries to Mexico
December 2008
Dear Friends in Christ,
It is hard to believe that another year is almost gone. Yes, this is December and Christmas is just a few days away. How we rejoice in this wonderful fact; that Christ was born and died for our sins. In the churches in Mexico this is a very special time for our church services. Many parents who have never attended church will attend to see their children take part in the programs celebrating the birth of Christ. Pray that many will be saved.
In November the pastors of the BBF Mexico attended the annual Fellowship meeting that was held at the Rawling’s Highland Youth camp in southern Mexico. The attendance was very good this year. The Rawling’s Foundation paid half fare for chartered buses to bring the pastors from their cities. Two buses of 47 seats each went from the Monterrey and Reynosa area. The Faith Promise mission offering of over Three Million pesos was received for this year’s budget. One new missionary family was approved.
Thanksgiving was a wonderful time for the LONNIE C. SMITH family. For the first time in a very long time our family was able to celebrate Thanksgiving together. Both Lonnie Jr., Martha with Ronnie, Lou Ann and his family were present. (Brian and Stephanie were not able to attend). Elisabeth Hartley, (Ronnie’s married daughter prepared the feast for all. Mike Hartley is full time at Baptist Temple of McAllen, Texas.
Beloved, it is our greatest privilege to represent you here in Old Mexico. God continues to bless our efforts to win souls for Christ. Each church reports souls being saved and the attendance has increased during this time of excellent weather. At this Christmas Season we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy life in Christ our Lord. Thank you for your faithfulness in prayer and support.
Yours for Souls in Mexico,
Lonnie & Margie Smith
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