Every year in August we have what is one of the largest Catholic festivals in our country here in the city of Cochabamba. It is a celebration for the Virgin of Urkupiña, which takes place in the town of Quillacollo located about 14 km from our city. The story is told of a young girl who was watching her sheep when the Virgin Mary appeared to her out on the hillside. When her … [Read more...]
August Prayer Letter
Off and Running: Our first month back here in Bolivia has been both a busy and exciting one. Only a few weeks after arriving, even before we found a house, we had ten visitors from Grace Baptist in Zachary LA come and visit us, along with Bro. Tony Howeth and his wife Mrs. Stacey, who were here for our youth conference. We had a great time with the group showing them the local … [Read more...]
Been Busy
It has truly been a crazy couple of weeks since we arrived here in Bolivia. Thank you so much for all your prayers for us and the ministry here. We have finally found a house and with moving all of our furniture and getting the place cleaned up and painted, it has taken a couple of weeks to get moved in completely. The problem with moving our furniture is that it was stored in … [Read more...]
Birthday Bash
This past week was my 38th birthday (I know I don't look it :) and the people of the church had a surprise birthday party. Although I don't like birthday parties that much and especially surprises, we had a good time. A good number of the people from the church prepared food and my favorite, grilled pork ribs. They all waited inside the church with the lights out until we got … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday to my Wife
Today is a very important day because 32 years ago one of the most special people in the world was born. I thank the Lord for my wife and the last ten years that we have had together. She is one of the most godly, kind and giving people that I know. I realize that our lives and ministry would not be even close to what they are without her. Not only is she a wonderful wife but … [Read more...]