International African Missions
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Greetings in the name of the Lord. What a wonderful Savior, Jesus our Lord. Hope this letter finds all of you worshipping our Lord in Spirit and Truth, amen.
First and foremost, Becky and I want to thank each of you for your prayers and support. We could not do what we are doing without them. God has heard your prayers on behalf of the Bonner's and IAM Ministries. God is good and wonderful is His name.
Praise
Over the last 4 weeks we have seen 30 people saved and literally hundreds of young people give their lives to full time service and just get right with God. WOW, it has been good seeing the Lord move and take over in the meetings. We now have $9,000 raised for the container. We still need $6,000 more as it takes $15,000 now to send a 40 ft. container. Please pray about this need. We have been given a warehouse for storage for supplies, and an office has been supplied. The ministries in Africa are going on for the Lord. Kevin, Savannah, John, Lorna, Dick and Eve, along with the nationals are doing a mighty work of God.
Prayer
We are traveling all over preaching from State to State looking and praying for partners. Keep praying for open doors for us that God would open us a door of utterance that we would be ready to speak and proclaim the Gospel to this world. This August is our Annual Bible Conference in the "bush." It takes around $1 to feed one person for 8 days. We are going to have around $10,000 people at the mission for 8 days. We are asking you to pray about helping in this need this August. We need the money in by July 1st so we can buy the food and be ready for the people. We also need the additional $6,000 to ship all the supplies.
Purpose
Remember, IAM is a "Bridge of Hope" to the Continent of Africa. Getting Churches in America to Partner with Churches in Africa; helping to supply the needs of the Churches, the Brethren, to reach the world with the Gospel, and using our talents, treasures, and time to reach them.
Finally Brethren: I will be on the road the next 2 months. Please pray. Love to each of you. To God be the Glory:
In Jesus Name,
Bobby and Becky
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Monday, March 16, 2009
Samaritan's Purse Update
Back in 1993, Samaritan's Purse collected the first shoe box gifts in North America for Operation Christmas Child. The idea of collecting thousands of gift-filled show boxes for young war survivors in Bosnia sounded daunting at the time, but also presented an exciting opportunity to share the Gospel. In that first year, we were amazed to collect 28,000 boxes. Praise God, since then we have received close to 70 million gift-filled shoe boxes, including nearly 8 million in 2008! This past year we delivered gift boxes to children in over 100 countries.
Every box represents a precious child of God in need of a Savior. Shoe boxes are handed out through local churches that offer our Gospel booklets to children in their own language. Through our follow-up discipleship program, well over 2 million boys and girls have committed their lives to Jesus Christ.
Thanks to compassionate people like you, many more hurting children and their families will hear the Good News of the Savior. "You shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins." (Matthew 1:21b, NKJV). We appreciate your dedication to Operation Christmas Child and ask that you keep this ministry in your prayer throughout the year. May God richly bless you.
Sincerely, Franklin Graham
Samaritan's Purse
Victory sent out 123 boxes. The Rochester area did 10,130 boxes, which exceeded our goal. Next year we have been asked to be a relay center for the Rochester area.
Every box represents a precious child of God in need of a Savior. Shoe boxes are handed out through local churches that offer our Gospel booklets to children in their own language. Through our follow-up discipleship program, well over 2 million boys and girls have committed their lives to Jesus Christ.
Thanks to compassionate people like you, many more hurting children and their families will hear the Good News of the Savior. "You shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins." (Matthew 1:21b, NKJV). We appreciate your dedication to Operation Christmas Child and ask that you keep this ministry in your prayer throughout the year. May God richly bless you.
Sincerely, Franklin Graham
Samaritan's Purse
Victory sent out 123 boxes. The Rochester area did 10,130 boxes, which exceeded our goal. Next year we have been asked to be a relay center for the Rochester area.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
News from Turkey!
Gateway Update from Turkey: March 10, 2009
Thank you all for your prayers over the last two weeks. Our trip to the West Bank was fruitful and Spirit led. J.’s sister Melissa and brother-in-law Terry have a ministry (Al-Beit) in Bethlehem at the Jerusalem School. E., L., J. and two Dutch girls that attend Beytel West in Istanbul came to help with the ministry of Al-Beit.
To View Pictures from this trip please go to Gateway’s Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1376664116&ref=profile
Outreach Seminar (Ambassadors of the King in Palestine)
From Melissa and Terry’s Newsletter:
“Beginning in 2007, God has sent many workers into the area. Never, in recent history, has this area of the West Bank seen such a focus. Since there are many new workers here the seminar that J. and E. presented Friday was essential. A little over 30 people attended and they were given much needed tools in how to share the good news of Jesus with those around them. Thank you for your prayers concerning this meeting.”
To see pictures at the conference and J. grappling check out Al Beit’s blog spot:
http://al-beit.blogspot.com/
Bible Teaching and sharing of Testimonies:
J. and E. had the opportunity to share their testimonies or teach the Bible on 9 separate occasions. Pray for lasting fruit from these lessons.
E. is made famous by making the King famous on: Sat 7 and Channel Hayat:
After giving his testimony at the Arabic church on Thursday night, E. was approached by a man who wanted to professionally record his testimony that it may be broadcast on Satellite television all over the Arab world. Friday morning we went to the recording studio and now E.’s testimony will be broadcast for all to see! Pray that there will be much fruit born through this endeavor.
Two refugee camps visited:
E. and J. had the opportunity also to visit many in the camps and pray for those who had requests and while there they met with a man named Muhanid. Muhanid is 16 years old and is a new believer. They spent several hours over a period of two days with Muhanid encouraging him in his situation. Because of this meeting Muhanid will be coming this summer to study with E. at NUT and be trained for ministry.
The Dutch Connection:
A. and Lt. from Holland, now attending Beytel West were a blessing to Al-Beit. This is what Melissa and Terry wrote about them: “A. and Lt. worked long hours with our elementary students. They played games, presented skits, and taught Bible lessons. We are thankful that God sent this group to encourage us in our work here.”
Zacchaeus Project Update:
Two projects have successfully been organized for reaching the T. province with Dr. Mujdeci! At the end of February Dr. M. with 4 others went out to T. with the believers there they organized an ongoing English course along with sports camps. They returned safely from their trip with little incident. Pray that these two projects will bear much fruit!
To support Zacchaeus Projects, Beytel and Christian Resources in Turkish:
Attention all supporters: EFT Online Donations Now Available
All donations can be made online through New Horizons Foundation: http://newhorizonsfoundation.net/index.php?option=com_dtdonate&Itemid=5
More detailed information about EFT transfers: EFT Bank transfer Credit/Debit Card Donations. The 15th of every month donations to Gateway can be electronically withdrawn. One can decide in giving if their electronic gift will be a one time gift or monthly. The transaction date for monthly gifts is on the 15th of every month. What is needed is the credit/debit card information (Name, Expiration date, Card Number). If the transfer will be made from a Bank account; a routing number and account number will be needed. Remember the project of the donation is Gateway Missions.
Checks can be made out to: New Horizons Foundation Inc.
(FBO Gateway Missions) Sent to: New Horizons Foundation, Inc.
4570 Hilton Parkway, Suite 203
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Website: www.gatewayeducation.org
Thank you all for your prayers over the last two weeks. Our trip to the West Bank was fruitful and Spirit led. J.’s sister Melissa and brother-in-law Terry have a ministry (Al-Beit) in Bethlehem at the Jerusalem School. E., L., J. and two Dutch girls that attend Beytel West in Istanbul came to help with the ministry of Al-Beit.
To View Pictures from this trip please go to Gateway’s Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1376664116&ref=profile
Outreach Seminar (Ambassadors of the King in Palestine)
From Melissa and Terry’s Newsletter:
“Beginning in 2007, God has sent many workers into the area. Never, in recent history, has this area of the West Bank seen such a focus. Since there are many new workers here the seminar that J. and E. presented Friday was essential. A little over 30 people attended and they were given much needed tools in how to share the good news of Jesus with those around them. Thank you for your prayers concerning this meeting.”
To see pictures at the conference and J. grappling check out Al Beit’s blog spot:
http://al-beit.blogspot.com/
Bible Teaching and sharing of Testimonies:
J. and E. had the opportunity to share their testimonies or teach the Bible on 9 separate occasions. Pray for lasting fruit from these lessons.
E. is made famous by making the King famous on: Sat 7 and Channel Hayat:
After giving his testimony at the Arabic church on Thursday night, E. was approached by a man who wanted to professionally record his testimony that it may be broadcast on Satellite television all over the Arab world. Friday morning we went to the recording studio and now E.’s testimony will be broadcast for all to see! Pray that there will be much fruit born through this endeavor.
Two refugee camps visited:
E. and J. had the opportunity also to visit many in the camps and pray for those who had requests and while there they met with a man named Muhanid. Muhanid is 16 years old and is a new believer. They spent several hours over a period of two days with Muhanid encouraging him in his situation. Because of this meeting Muhanid will be coming this summer to study with E. at NUT and be trained for ministry.
The Dutch Connection:
A. and Lt. from Holland, now attending Beytel West were a blessing to Al-Beit. This is what Melissa and Terry wrote about them: “A. and Lt. worked long hours with our elementary students. They played games, presented skits, and taught Bible lessons. We are thankful that God sent this group to encourage us in our work here.”
Zacchaeus Project Update:
Two projects have successfully been organized for reaching the T. province with Dr. Mujdeci! At the end of February Dr. M. with 4 others went out to T. with the believers there they organized an ongoing English course along with sports camps. They returned safely from their trip with little incident. Pray that these two projects will bear much fruit!
To support Zacchaeus Projects, Beytel and Christian Resources in Turkish:
Attention all supporters: EFT Online Donations Now Available
All donations can be made online through New Horizons Foundation: http://newhorizonsfoundation.net/index.php?option=com_dtdonate&Itemid=5
More detailed information about EFT transfers: EFT Bank transfer Credit/Debit Card Donations. The 15th of every month donations to Gateway can be electronically withdrawn. One can decide in giving if their electronic gift will be a one time gift or monthly. The transaction date for monthly gifts is on the 15th of every month. What is needed is the credit/debit card information (Name, Expiration date, Card Number). If the transfer will be made from a Bank account; a routing number and account number will be needed. Remember the project of the donation is Gateway Missions.
Checks can be made out to: New Horizons Foundation Inc.
(FBO Gateway Missions) Sent to: New Horizons Foundation, Inc.
4570 Hilton Parkway, Suite 203
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Website: www.gatewayeducation.org
Monday, March 2, 2009
South O' Border
South O' Border: DR. & MRS LONNIE C. SMITH Sr.
Missionaries to Mexico
Hebrews 6:10
March 2009
Dear Friends in Christ,
No doubt you have heard about the drug wars that are going on in Mexico. They have been very much in the news especially along the Texas – Mexico border. You can rest at ease to know that your missionaries are safe and sound. To be sure with the international bridges closed for several hours on several occasions is has been a problem, but we have been able to continue our work in the churches in Reynosa and Matamoros.
From day one our mission work has been centered on building self-supporting churches. In order to do this each church must have it’s own Mexican pastor. Each of the 127 churches and missions that God has allowed us to have a part in building has been built on this concept and it has proved to be the best way to do the work.
March is here again. For over 50 years we have used this month as a marker to order the material for our DVBS in the many churches and missions under our supervision. Last year we were able, with your help to furnish material to reach over 10,000 boys and girls with the gospel. God blessed with over 3,000 professions of faith in our Lord.
This year we are once again asking your help in furnishing this material for the pastors and workers in this great ministry. We not only need funds for the material, but also for the shipping. Last year for the first time the cost of shipping was over $800.00. We are looking as a cost this year of $4,000.00 dollars for material and shipping. We do so wish to reach more boys and girls this year. May God lead you in designating funds for this project? The cost per school, including the shipping will be about $65.00. Thank you for your help and we do need your prayers.
Beloved we are so thankful for your faithfulness in prayer and financial help during this time of world economy. We believe that God will supply all our need in Christ Jesus.
Yours for Souls in Mexico,
Lonnie & Margie Smith
(956) 687-3472
E-Mail: msmith6@rgv.rr.com
Anchor Seminary:www.anchor-bible-institute.org
See our Web page: http://bbfi-northamerica.org/Smith_Lo_Sr/
Missionaries to Mexico
Hebrews 6:10
March 2009
Dear Friends in Christ,
No doubt you have heard about the drug wars that are going on in Mexico. They have been very much in the news especially along the Texas – Mexico border. You can rest at ease to know that your missionaries are safe and sound. To be sure with the international bridges closed for several hours on several occasions is has been a problem, but we have been able to continue our work in the churches in Reynosa and Matamoros.
From day one our mission work has been centered on building self-supporting churches. In order to do this each church must have it’s own Mexican pastor. Each of the 127 churches and missions that God has allowed us to have a part in building has been built on this concept and it has proved to be the best way to do the work.
March is here again. For over 50 years we have used this month as a marker to order the material for our DVBS in the many churches and missions under our supervision. Last year we were able, with your help to furnish material to reach over 10,000 boys and girls with the gospel. God blessed with over 3,000 professions of faith in our Lord.
This year we are once again asking your help in furnishing this material for the pastors and workers in this great ministry. We not only need funds for the material, but also for the shipping. Last year for the first time the cost of shipping was over $800.00. We are looking as a cost this year of $4,000.00 dollars for material and shipping. We do so wish to reach more boys and girls this year. May God lead you in designating funds for this project? The cost per school, including the shipping will be about $65.00. Thank you for your help and we do need your prayers.
Beloved we are so thankful for your faithfulness in prayer and financial help during this time of world economy. We believe that God will supply all our need in Christ Jesus.
Yours for Souls in Mexico,
Lonnie & Margie Smith
(956) 687-3472
E-Mail: msmith6@rgv.rr.com
Anchor Seminary:www.anchor-bible-institute.org
See our Web page: http://bbfi-northamerica.org/Smith_Lo_Sr/
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