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Remembering the poor

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As the pandemic has hit the economy, many of the poorest are feeling it the most. The Body of Christ has responded by increasing her effort to relieve their suffering. This past weekend, a group traveled to a community in the interior of Recife State of Pernambuco. This village is a five-hour drive by car. […]

Welcome baby Alice!

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We are happy to announce that baby Alice entered the world late February, weighting in at 7lb, 6oz and 19.3 inches. After 8 hours of labor, we were very blessed to bring into this world a healthy baby girl. She is our first child, and our parent’s first grandchild. She has already brought us much […]

Learning to be like Mary in a Martha’s world

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“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:41-42 About two months ago we began a new work with the women of our church. And we […]