Acree, Seth & Melissa (Ghana):   The Acree's have started a pseudo bus route (using their Land Rover instead of a bus) to pick up/drop off youth. This opportunity has opened the door to talk with their parents who in turn have given permission to continue attending their church  Melissa has been having some health issues (severe asthma attack, excessive fatigue)   Praises:  For the opportunity and fruit from starting a bus route.  Prayer Request:  Pray that they will find the root cause of Melissa's health issue; Paperwork still missing 3 of 5 non-citizen ID cards applied for last June;  That they will receive approval for quota slot applications; For fruit from their ministry outreaches; For church growth.     UPDATED:  11/28/19

Baptist Church Planting Ministry (Jeremy Rowland, Gen. Dir., BCPM - U.S.):  BCPM completed 6 church plants in 2019 (AZ, OH, MA, KS, Italy and Ontario).  Church plants planned so far for 2020 are:  East Cleveland, OH; Welch, WV; and Gallatin, TN.  Currently, BCPM is working on 9 future church plants.  In the spring they will take up a "Seed Bank" offering.  They invest $4,000 into each project.    Praises:  For their successful church plants in 2019.  Prayer Requests:  Please be in prayer for their "Seed Bank" offering in the Spring; Pray for evangelism and preparation for the 3 upcoming church plant , and future projects; Pray that the Lord would build more strong, healthy, local churches in 2019.   UPDATED:  01/08/2020

​Barba, Dave & Claudia (US Church Planting):  The Barbara's closed their West Indies Island of Antigua at end of June with preaching, teaching and fellowship at Harbour View Baptist Church in Parham, a small fishing village and oldest town in Antigua, where they are in need of a pastor.  While in Antigua, Claudia recorded more women's broadcasts at the Caribbean Radio Lighthouse, and Dave learned to play the steel pan, which he continues to practice and use in his ministry.  After returning to the U.S., they visited a church in Chicago they had helped build several years ago and had helped with a "tune-up" project last year.  They found the church had grown with many new folks and new families.  Their next project is 5-monh similar outreach and training "tune-up" project for a supporting church in Hollister, CA, with a new pastor.  Prayer Requests: Pray that God will send a pastor to the church in Parham; For their Caribbean neighbors;; For the Gospel seed sown in the Chicago church they helped; For safety, protection on their 2400 mile trek to Hollister, CA; For strength, wisdom and power for the Barba's as they minister to churches and plant new ones.     UPDATED:  08/08/18

Barilla, Mark & Rachel (Cameroon, Africa):  The Barilla's reports Mark's mother passed away in July.  They had last visited her in May.  They have been home from furlough the last 3 months and events of their furlough have not slowed down.    Praises:  Thankful for their supporting churches' love, generosity, and compassion for them and their ministry in Cameroon.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for health for the Barilla family; For peace in Cameroon as the violence continues there; For the children's school transitions; Pray their ministry to be an instrument in God's hands, witnessing others coming to know Jesus Christ as Savior and developing strong national leaders for their ministry.  ​  ​UPDATE (QTRLY):  07/22/19

Brosnan, Kevin & Tamara (Field Admin. BWM Europe & Central Asia):  Kevin reports Tamara had surgery had successful surgery on her knee in Dec.  She is experiencing much less pain in her leg and her mobility has increased significantly.  She has follow-up visit with vein doctor in Aug.  Kevin had meetings in IN, IL, Toronto Canada, their BWM Spring Board Meeting, and BWM Missionary Orientation at Camp Joy in WI.  Kevin is planning a Fall trip to Europe ministering to missionaries in France, where one of their key concerns is the erosion of religious liberty under the guise of the war on terror.  Praises:  For Tamara's significant improvement after her surgery; For their son Daniel's successful completion of ENJJPT pilot training; For the successful Missionary Orientation at Camp Joy.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for Kevin as he prepares for his Fall trip to Europe and as he ministers to missionaries in France; Continue to pray for increase of the Brosnan's  support; For the Brosnan's as they minister to missionaries and church planters around the world. UPDATED  (SUMMER):  06/24/19​

Brian & Jennifer (Undisclosed Country):  Brian, Jennifer and family's support has reached 100%.  They are currently preparing to leave for their undisclosed country very soon.  Praises:  Thankful for provision and guidance.   ​Prayer Requests:  For wisdom, guidance, protection and safety for them as they begin their journey​.   UPDATED:  09/29/17

Chilton's (Bearing Precious Seed):  They recently received an order for 5,000 John/Romans books to be distributed in FL.  They are continuing to work on collating and binding for an order of French New Testaments.  Praises:  Thankful for the volunteers that come weekly to proof for errors and put Bibles together.  Prayer Requests:  ​​More volunteers are needed for part and full-day work putting Bibles together.    ​

CampsAbroad (Colliers, Matt) (Camps Around the World):   Praises:  For the several answers to prayer connected to the Ghana/Nigeria trip with around 120 campers participating, coming from 8 churches, and 17 of them making professions of salvation. . ​Prayer Requests:   Pray for Matt Collier, scheduled to fly to Peru at end of Jan. to assist the team there with a second MK camp with 73 young people signed up; Pray the Peru camp will continue to meet the unique needs of these 3rd culture young people; For Matt Collier as he travels on to Nicaragua from Peru to meet with a group of pastors interested in establishing a permanent camp ministry for their churches, and for the Lord's direction and provision; For Their teams' upcoming opportunity to visit Turkey & Nepal this Spring, and for wisdom in these new fields for CA;  For Dan brooks & Tim Endean as they continue traveling to various church ministries over the winter months representing CA; Continue to pray for the Lord's protection of camp staffers, ministry partners and camp attendees all around the world as they gear up for camp in January (their summer season).     ​UPDATED:  01/16/2020

Clingaman, Bruce & Monette (Air Force Baptist Missions (AFBM), AFB in Japan):  The Clingaman's are currently on deputation presenting their mission ministry  (Japan) to churches throughout the States, and working to reach their support goal.  They are also making preparations for a survey trip to Japan this year.  Prayer Requests:  ​Pray for their protection and safety as they travel across the states;  That they reach their support goal; For them as they plan and prepare for their mission ministry in Japan; For the soldiers and service men and women stationed at Air Force bases in Japan that their hearts will be ready to listen to the Gospel and accept Christ.  UPDATED:  8/16/19

Conrad, John & Sue (The Carpenter's Project (TCP):  John reports their lives have been altered by the COVID-19 virus, missionaries in even the most remote parts of the world are affected.  ​Haiti Report:  Rodney reports 7 have been diagnosed with COVID-19, but few are being tested.  Haiti is a failed state with little to no medical care available for the sick.  The  churches are holding together and growing spiritually and numerically.  Myanmar Report:  The virus has arrived and is very close to the college. So far, no travel or group meeting restrictions yet, but they are seeing food shortages in markets. Philippines Report:  All public transportation has stopped. No one may travel island to island. No one may enter or leave Manila. Only 1 person per household may leave at a time.  No group meetings. Churches are using Facebook and YouTube to broadcast their services. Cote d'lvoire Report:  There are 25 confirmed cases of COVID-19.  All borders are closed, including the airport.  Everything has halted.  Praises:  Rodney and John are in good health and are limiting activities.  Thankful this situation is drawing people closer together. Prayer Requests:  ​Pray for John & Sue Conrad as they wait out the restrictions; For God's protection of them; Pray for the TCP workers' health and safety.  UPDATED:  04/05/20

Luke & Charlotte (Undisclosed Country):  Luke, Charlotte report, like most of the world, their lives have changed drastically with the spread of the Coronavirus.  Their mission country is now in its 3rd week of mandatory lockdown, which means they are not allowed to leave their house unless they have an official letter of excuse.  Police are patrolling the streets handing out hefty fines and even imprisoning repeat offenders.  Their 3 older boys are adjusting to school at home, and Luke & Charlotte are adjusting to being their new teachers with only emails from their teachers all in French and no teaching curriculum or books to go by.  They keep up with their church group through WhatsApp and are conducting Sunday meetings over Zoom.  Praises:  Thankful for the technology that allows them to worship and pray together in the midst of troublesome times.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for them as they deal with the mandatory lockdown; Pray for their safety, God's hand of protection, strength, and His peace that passeth all understanding.  UPDATED:  04/03/20

DeFord, David & Becky (Mesa, AZ) (IBIM - Missionaries to North American Indian):  David & Julia are back home for about 6 weeks for dental after a busy 3 months.  Praises:  For a successful IBIMI Retreat in Camp Verde; For safety in their many miles of travel; For 2 new mission families; For good health for both of them.  Prayer Requests:  For God to open doors to share the need for more workers; For God's protection and safety for the DeFord's as they travel; That all goes well with their doctor and dental appointments.     UPDATED (QTRLY):  05/03/18

DeFord, Steve & Sherry  (Peach Springs, AZ) (IBIMI): The DeFord's have traveled to NC presenting their ministry to the Indians. Also, they had a special service with the Rice family from the Bill Rice Ranch.  They held a Spring Revival with evangelist Tim Thompson which was very well attended.  In July they took their teens to Camp Co-Be-Ac in mid-July. The messages were so helpful and practical and our teens made decisions for Christ. Three of them accepted Christ as Savior!!!   They ended July holding their VBS.  Prayer Requests:  Continue ​to pray for  Hualapai Baptist Church in Peach Springs, AZ and the Independent Baptist Indian Mission as they strive to evangelize and disciple native Americans, and to establish strong bible-believing churches throughout North America.      UPDATED (QTRLY) Spring-Summer 2018:  07/31/18

Dillman's, Don & Chris (Furlough Replacement- UK):  The Dillman's are working at Almond Valley Baptist Church in Livingston, Edinburgh.  They have been busy with their evangelistic outreach going door-to-door distributing invitations and tracts at each home.  Praises:  For the upcoming opportunity to witness the ordination of their son, Daniel, in WI in Oct.   Prayer Requests:   Pray that their evangelism bears fruit; That God sends a 'Timothy' to this Church, and that He gives Don & Chris wisdom as they work to build this church up; Pray that they see souls saved and Christians strengthened in the faith.  ​   ​UPDATED for June:   07/07/19

Dion, Jeremy, Caroline & Family (Papua, New Guinea):  The Dion's have arrived in PNG and were warmly welcomed.  They have been overwhelmed by the help received as they settle in.  They have started some of their language and culture classes and are now on regular schedule with those.  Praises:  For their safe arrival in PNG, with no baggage lost;  For wonderful teammates who have helped them get settled in; and for their good health so far.  Prayer Requests:  Pray the dion's have a vibrant walk with the Lord; For the salvation of their children Isobel, William and Priscilla; For grace for Jeremy's mother as she goes through several rounds of chemo treatments; For quick adjustment to life in PNG; For provision of childcare while Jeremy & Caroline are in language class.      UPDATE:  01/18/19

Fitzsimmons, Rodney & Cathy (The Carpenter's Project (TCP)):  Rodney and Cathy are in good health and are limiting activities. Their lives have been altered by the COVID-19 virus, missionaries in even the most remote parts of the world are affected.  ​Haiti Report: Rodney reports 7 have been diagnosed with COVID-19, but few are being tested.  Haiti is a failed state with little to no medical care available for the sick.  The  churches are holding together and growing spiritually and numerically.  Myanmar Report:  The virus has arrived and is very close to the college. So far, no travel or group meeting restrictions yet, but they are seeing food shortages in markets. Philippines Report:  All public transportation has stopped. No one may travel island to island. No one may enter or leave Manila. Only 1 person per household may leave at a time.  No group meetings. Churches are using Facebook and YouTube to broadcast their services. Cote d'lvoire Report:  There are 25 confirmed cases of COVID-19.  All borders are closed, including the airport.  Everything has halted.  Praises:  Thankful this situation is drawing people closer together. Prayer Requests:  ​Pray for John & Sue Conrad as they wait out the restrictions; For God's protection of them; Pray for the TCP workers' health and safety.  UPDATED:  04/05/20

Freel (Romania with Gypsy children):  The Freel's report that the condition of their team mate, Pete, after suffering a heart attack, is now stable, but not improving.  They are shouldering more responsibilities and remain uncertain about the future of their ministry in Romania.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for healing for the Freel's team mate, Pete,  and for his family; For the Freel's as they continue to cover for Pete's part of the ministry;  For growth in their church;  For continued interest of the Gypsies who needs salvation. 
JULY 2019 UPDATE:  06/24/19

Godfrey, JB & Linda (BIMI VP):  JB traveled to Lancaster, CA in Feb. to teach 4 classes at West Coast Baptist College.  He taught over 120 students in his mission classes.  Also, while in CA, JB traveled to San Jose, San Francisco and Pleasanton, CA.  He also traveled to NV over a weekend, to preach at churches in those locations.  While in Pleasanton, the Coronavirus started.  Linda had been in TN for her eye treatments and her brother's wife's funeral. She flew to CA to join JB. JB has been busy recording all of his class sessions on video for his students all over the country and the world, and he is putting in many hours keeping up with his BIMI work. The Godfrey's were scheduled to travel to Japan for meetings, but has been canceled.  As soon as the quarantine is over they plan to return to TN.  Praises:  For God's protection as they traveled and for successful meetings, missions conferences and preaching opportunities they were able to complete.  Prayer Requests:  Continue to pray for the Godfrey's; For continued safety and protection from the virus; Pray that the Lord would use them to bring people to Christ and encourage their missionaries and churches.  FEB-MAR UPDATE - 04/13/20

Grenade, Pascal & Becky (Mauritius):   The Grenades report the situation in Mauritius is much like other parts of the world.  There are 161 cases of Coronavirus.  Mauritius has been under general lockdown since Mar. 20.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for the Grenade family as they deal with the COVID-19 restrictions; For their safety and protection from the virus; For Josian Surju, a pastor in Mauritius whose wife passed away; For Vandana, recently saved and baptism postponed due to bad weather and virus confinement, that her faith will endure and thru her testimony her husband will come to Christ; For Lino, a neighborhood worker helping with construction on Grenade's house, that he will accept Christ; For this worldwide pandemic will cause people to turn to God; Pray for the Grenades and their ministry, and that their church would maintain its witness to the watching world.    ​UPDATED:  04/01/20

Waad & Phoebe (B.E.N.M.):  Waad & Phoebe continue to wait to hear from the US Embassy regarding Phoebe's visa.  Over the last 2 months they have been ​serving in Egypt, teaching, providing counseling, and recruiting new students for NTCGS (besides other work for the school).  Also, in July, Waad went to Jordan for a quick visit to recruit students and represent the school there.  He also had the privilege of encouraging and teaching some Iraqi refugees there.  Their translation team is still working on an introductory textbook on the Old Testament while Waad is still grading many papers for the master's program.   Praises:  Waad and family are doing well;  Thankful for all the faithfulness, help and support of their family and ministry. Prayer Requests:  Pray that Phoebe's visa gets approved; For Waad & family's continued good health; For the safety of their staff/faculty and students; For the uprising inflation in Egypt.  ​UPDATED:  08/01/19

Haley, Mike & Cindy (Botswana, Africa):  The Haley's church is growing steadily in attendance with recent 6 souls coming to Christ and 8 adults and 1 teen were baptized.  With friends visiting from the States, they completed some much needed work projects and distributed 4000 New Testaments and John and Romans to students in school.  .  Praises:  For the steady growth in their church; For the Lord's provision of a new location for their church to meet; For the Lord's provision of additional funds needed to print New Testaments in the Setswana language.​  Prayer Requests:  Pray with them that God will raise up more Gideons for God; For God to work in the hearts of the Botswana people, and see many saved; For safe travels for the Haley's as they minister to the Botswana people.         UPDATED:  09/30/18

Latham, Jonathan & Wendy (Mexico):  The Latham's are currently in the States on a short furlough to help Wendy's family.  Wendy's family has had a rough year in 2018 carried over into 2019, with her mother having pneumonia and the flu and being in various hospitals.  She is home again but still has a tracheotomy and needs extra care.  While in the States Jonathan continues to teach some university classes in modular form, at the university other teachers (Mexican & American) will be helping out teaching the theology students, and their church is in good hands with their new head pastor, Joel, while the Latham's are away. They are looking forward to July when they conduct their summer teen camp; have a church plant "blitz" (concentrated in Paraiso, Tabasco, and meetings in Campeche).  Prayer Request:  Pray for Wendy's mother's health and for family caring for her; For their activities this summer; For the Latham's and their ministry as they travel seeking to plant churches and lead the people of Mexico to Christ.  ​ UPDATED:  02/05/19

Mackay, Russell  & Lisa (Burnaby, British Columbia):   The Mackay's church, Metro Baptist Church will be moving to the Edmond Community School near the end of August.  Russell completed his last chemo therapy (#6) on July 11th.  On August 3rd he received good news from his doctor that the CT Scan proved the treatment was effective and that Russell's cancer is in remission!  No tumors on his neck or spine ,and the lymph nodes returned to normal, or near normal size. The cancer is the type that could return, however, his doctor is hopeful that it could be many years before Russell may require further treatments.  Praises:  For the good news from Russell's doctor regarding his cancer.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for Russell as he heals from his cancer, and for God's healing hand and power upon him that the cancer will not return; For Lisa and the Mackay family as they support Russell and continue the ministry there; For a smooth move and transition for their church; Pray as the Mackay's disciple new Christians and spread the Gospel in Burnaby, British Columbia.     UPDATED:  08/03/18

McCrum, David & Julie (South Africa):  The McCrum's are serving in the church plant Faith Baptist Church in eMalahleni, South Africa.  As the Lord has increased their church plant at FBC, they are busy participating in local school assemblies sharing the Gospel with the children.  Also, God is working in eMahleleni using their current church plant to be heavily involved in missions and pastoral training, assisting in 2 church plants.  In April they said farewell to David's parents after 45 years of faithful service as missionaries in Africa.  Prayer Requests:  Pray that God will send more missionaries to minister in Africa;  For them as they minister to the people of South Africa.   UPDATED (QTRLY):  05/31/18

Messick, Gary & Bev (Indians in AZ):  The Messick's begun their 35th year of ministry with the Native Americans in AZ in May.  They were busy in May hosting 2 missionaries and, for the past 7 months, a couple who have been helping in various ways at the Messick's church teaching, witnessing and soul-winning.  Also, in May, Gary had a small growth removed from his eyelid which, thankfully, was benign.  Bev has been battling dermatitis on her face for several months, being treated with several medications until seeing their son's dermatologist and is now getting under control.  Praises:  Thankful for Gary's eyelid growth being benign; for improvement of Bev's dermatitis.  Prayer Requests:  Continue to pray for the health of their Youth Pastor, Paul Sondergaard, and his infant son, Andrew.  Paul, has met with doctors and undergone lung tests for his breathing difficulties.  Pray for Andrew's needs of a possible cranial band helmet to correct misalignment, his cortical visual impairment (brain is not connecting to what he sees), his low muscle tone, his delayed development, and some feeding issues (swallowing and slow weight gain).  Pray that the Messick's would keep on serving the Lord with joy with all their hearts and energy, and their ministry will lead souls to Christ.  ​ ​
​UPDATED (QTRLY) May:  06/01/19

Moore, Josh & Annie (Ireland):  The Moore's had a successful Holiday Bible Club (VBS) in July.  Around 25 children attended.  The children learned many verses, and heard truths in songs and lessons, and Josh led two boys to Christ.  The Moore's took a group of 12 teens and 3 adults from church to camp in the North of Ireland.  The teens attended 2 lesson times each day taught by Josh and 3 other speakers.  Annie hosts a Saturday lunch each month.  July's ladies lunch was very successful.  Baby Rory (now 6 months old), Cian, and Eva are doing very well.   Praises:  For the salvation decisions at VBS; For decisions made at camp; For the growth seen in believers there and how different believers are stepping up to fill various roles:  For their 3 children and how God is working in their lives   Prayer Requests:  Pray for the follow-up with the children who were saved; That the verses and lessons learned at VBS will stay in the children's hearts and minds as they grow;  For their ministry that they will be able to build relationships and share the Gospel so souls will be saved.   
​UPDATED:  08/04/19

Musk, Frank & Judy (Local Church Ministry):  The Musk's son, Jonathan, passed away unexpectedly May 4th at age 44, and is now in the Savior's presence.  This month, August, they will be traveling to North Dakota to help complete the needs relating to Jonathan's home, vehicles and other matters.  On other matters, they are praising God for Frank's considerably improved health, with renewed stamina, clear thinking, and no unsteadiness.  His cancer counts continue to be negligible as well.  Praises:  For Frank's health improvement.   Prayer Requests:  Pray for Jonathan Musk's children Charis (15) and Gavin (14) for God's guidance, protection and His comfort in their lives as they adjust to their Dad's passing; For God's grace and comfort for Frank & Judy as they return to North Dakota to complete matters for Jonathan. For the Musk's as they continue to serve the Lord in and through their local church and as they make decisions regarding a couple of ministry opportunities in their local area.     ​​UPDATED:  08/05/19

Nelson's, Larry & Julia (US - MBC World Missions):  Larry had the privilege of filling the pulpit n a church at an AirForce Base in South Korea for 5 weeks in June filling in for a missionary and his wife who took a short leave to the US.  While there he was able to visit with other missionaries and church planters.  Prayer Requests:  Continue to pray for Julia’s health;  For God’s power in their lives, their missionaries, and their ministries around the world; For spiritual growth and commitment for those who have made professions of faith and surrender to service.  
​UPDATE:  07/22/19

Ortiz, Josue & Rebekah (Mexico City):  The Ortiz family are thankful for the continued growth in their church in the last months of the 2019.  They are excited for the opportunity their youth group has to take a missions trip to Guatemala this summer.  Their church renovation project continues and will soon be completing the 2nd part of the project which entails fixing the outside of the building and have new signage.  Praises:  For the people God has sent to their church, and for the success in their renovation project; For their youth's summer mission trip opportunity.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for their youth group as they work to raise funds for their mission trip; For Eduardo & Herandy, a new  unsaved family attending their church; Pray that the Gospel continues to be spread in Mexico City.  UPDATED for OCT-DEC 2019 (QTRLY):  01/11/2020

Peterson, Aaron & Jenny (Germany):  The Peterson's are busy with multiple opportunities to share the Gospel, one being the "cultural country party" (10 days of people coming from all over Germany and beyond to see all kinds of art exhibits, eat at cafes ride their bicycles, camp out nearly bumper-to-bumper in fields; passing out tracts door-to-door and in mailboxes; opportunities through Jenny's language teacher, their landlady.  They are having their first VBS July 12-14.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for the people witnessed to and those receiving tracts, that they com to Christ;; For Lillian and the other Peterson children to trust in Christ; For wisdom, guidance and strength for the Peterson's as they work their ministry.      ​​UPDATED:  07/11/19

Ruwersma, Kevin & Anna (United Kingdom):  The Ruwersma's are currently in lockdown. Despite all the unknowns, they are taking one step at a time and working to adapt their ministries to reach their community with the good news of salvation through Jesus during this time.  They have 3 church members who are over 70 that currently have the Coronavirus,   Prayer Requests:  Pray for the healing of their 3 church members who have the virus; That no other church members will become infected with the virus (especially those who are pregnant); Pray for the Ruwersma's as they minister to their church and community while not being allowed to leave their own homes.    ​UPDATE (SPRING):  04/01/2020

Sandahl, Joel & Jodi (Germany):  The Sandahl's took advantage at their city festival to  pass out hundreds of tracts, literature, DVDs on creation, books, and Bibles.  They also had good spiritual conversations. with folks at the festival.  They will be conducting a marriage seminar in August.  The Sandahl's are planning a furlough this Fall Sep. 10 - Nov. 7, visiting supporting churches on the East Coast  and in Canada.   Prayer Requests:  Pray for fruit from the Gospel distributed at the festival; Continue to pray for salvation for their neighbor, Brigette; For the salvation of Niklas' parents and sister; For the Sandahl's as they prepare for their Fall furlough, as well as helping lay pastors cover all the ministry needs during their absence; Pray for the Sandahl's as they share the Gospel to the folks of Germany.   ​​UPDATED (QTRLY):  06/15/18

Schrock, Jon & Elizabeth (Pre-field Ministry with Armed Forces Baptist Missions,  Fairchild AFB - Spokane, WA):  The Schrock's are excited about the growth to  their family and church family.  They welcomed daughter, Melody, born Mar. 11.  They are also excited with the growth they have seen at Hope Baptist Church with new members and the opportunities God has opened for them to counsel during the virus crisis. They have been displaced from their building due to the virus, but that has caused an increase. On Apr. 4 their son, Stephen, was hospitalized for acute appendicitis with his appendix being ruptured upon arrival. Doctor had no medical explanation for his survival.   Praises:  Thankful for the arrival of baby Melody, and the baby and mom are doing well;  For God's merciful miracle in sparing Stephen's life.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for the safety and protection for the Schrock family from contacting virus as they continue their ministry.    UPDATED:  04/07/19

Schultz, Andrew & Jill (Zambia):  The Schultz's report Zambia is slowly coming to the realization that the COVID virus may affect them.  In some areas they are seeing efforts at social distancing and self-isolation. The Schultz's church, Calvary Baptist Church of Ndola, has voluntarily stopped holding services on the church property.  Andrew & Jill are not worried, but want to be good examples and take proper precautions to protect their church members and Zambian friends. 
Update:  On Friday, Apr. 10, Jill was notified that her mother, Mary, had a medical crisis and was hospitalized in ICU. She was diagnosed to have an occulated Inter-cranial artery and with having a slow stroke. Mary passed away to her heavenly home, Apr. 14. Due to the COVID quarantine restrictions, they are not able to fly home for the funeral. A memorial service will be held at a later date when travel is permitted.  Please note that Mary's death was not a result of being ill with COVID virus. 
Ministry Update:  Along with their church pamphlet that Andrew produces and distributes, Andrew recorded a few podcasts in conjunction with the pamphlet.  He is also recording podcasts and posting them on their church WhatsApp group.  First week in April, they had a baptism of a young girl who recently got saved, with just immediate family attending.  In town, they are able to hand out church brochures which have a clear message of Salvation inside.  Praises:  Thankful for the continued prayers for them in Zambia; They praise the Lord for His provision and protection.  Prayer Requests:  They ask for your prayers for their family at this time; and continued prayer for their ministry and that that they will continue to see souls saved.  UPDATED:  04/14/20

John & Sarah (Undisclosed Country):  John & Sarah joyously want to share that on Feb. 1st their son, Gabriel got saved.  Thankfully, there has been only 1 case of the Coronavirus in their city.  They report that the government there has done a great job of keeping the virus contained and keeping everyone calm.  During their isolation, John has been teaching his courses online which have gone well so far, and has studied through I & II Thess. The children's school classes are all being done online.  After 9 weeks of isolation due to the virus they have been able to get out to see someone and go outside of their city.  Praises:  Thankful for Gabriel's salvation; For God's protection over them during their isolation.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for loved ones, medical personnel, those who are sick, the elderly, for our leaders, for each other, pray without ceasing.    UPDATED (QTRLY):  04/20/20

Slobodian (BIEM - Undisclosed Country):   The Slobodians were in Ukraine in January for the winter session of their seminary in Kyiv, where they are training nationals for ministry in Ukraine.  ​They have 60 students enrolled, 32 are Theology students, 13 are Christian Education majors, 13 study music to be choir directors, and 2 missions majors.  Over the years this school (partnered withBIEM) has graduated 300 students which are now serving in nearly 70 cities and towns in Ukraine.  They continue to wait for the final green light from customs on the release of their container in Ukraine.  Praises:  Thankful for the prayers for their ministry.  Prayer Requests:  Continue to pray for government's approval to release their container in Ukraine;  That God will use the Slobodian's and the BIEM staff as they preach, teach and share the Gospel around the world and reap wonderful harvest of souls.   ​JAN-FEB 2020 UPDATE:  02/18/2020

Stephens, Don & Elaine (Helping Churches in the U.S.):  The Stephens have a great burden for missions and to be used of the Lord to help missionaries as long as God allows.  They are now ministering helping churches in Kentucky and doing missions work there.  Don had the opportunity to fill the pulpit in their area.  He held Revival meetings at a small church near Louisville, and a young boy was saved.  Once a month they visit and minister at a home for adults with disabilities.  They are also having weekly Bible Study with a young couple.  June 4-25, they will be in Eagle Pass, TX to preach and help with Vacation Bible School.  Praises:  Thankful for the young boy who asked Jesus to save him during the Revival meeting.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for safety and protection as the Stephens travel to different churches and events ministering to missionaries in the States.    ​​UPDATED:  05/19

Tremmel, David & Kathryn (Fayetteville Christian Service Center (FCSC), Ft. Bragg):  The Tremmel's ministry is currently back into a summer slump with many of their faithful soldiers out training, some on orders, and some now deployed.  However, the Lord is good and brought in 5 new soldiers and many new contacts. They had great meetings in NC, VA, TN, IA, and MN.  While in Clarksville, TN, a pastor discussed with David the need for a Service Center at Fort Campbell, so they are in prayer for laborers to get a Service Center there. Over the ;last several months the Tremmels have had the opportunity to travel and present their ministry work in 5 new churches.  Prayer Requests:  Continue to pray for their ministry at reception company and for the base chaplains that they will be more helpful to the Tremmel's ministry; That their support level will increase: Pray for financial needs they have regarding getting a new refrigerator for the Servicemen's Ctr, and for repair of a coolant leak in David's vehicle; Please pray for the Servicemen's Center ministry and that soldiers are reached for Christ.    ​      UPDATED:  08/01/19

Washer, Jonathan & Emily ("Inside the Line" (ITL) Ministry in Prisons & Military Bases): The Washer's are back on the road after a wonderful winter break.  They are leaving their sports equipment behind and ill be doing something they have never done---deputation.  Over the net few months, they will be presenting "Inside the Lines" and emphasizing a new program God is allowing them to start titled the "Assist Program," which will allow church members to communicate with inmates as a means of helping inmates in their spiritual growth through giving them more of the Word of God--at no financial cost of the church member.  ITL is in process of recruiting 8-10 college age men to travel with them this summer for their "Off the Bench" program.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for the Washers as they travel and present their ITL ministry over the next few months during their deputation; Pray that God would send them the men needed for their new summer program; For the many people they will be speaking to and preaching the Gospel to in the coming events during this new year.  UPDATED:  02/01/19

Weber, Paul & Rachel (Australia):  The Weber's have been busy with their Holiday Club (VBS) in July.  They are holding Scripture classes covering the history of Israel from the book of Judges, all the way to the aspostasy ad ultimate captivity of the nation. For the remainder of the year they'll be studying the life of Christ from book of John.  Paul has a men's conference coming up in Aug.  They continue to search for a church planting partner  Praises:  For participation and interest from their Scripture classes students; For a new opportunity for church leadership.   Prayer Requests:  Pray for them as they follow-up with the families from their Holiday Club;  For Paul and friendships at the upcoming men's conference; For the salvation of David, brother of a new Christian, Sean,  who will be attending he men's conference with Paul; For the message of John to shine through their Scripture class students; For a church planting partner for them;.     ​UPDATED:  07/30/19

Weiss, Michael & Susan (Dir., Shepherd's Bethel Baptist Mission):  The Weiss' have completed replacement of  the septic system in the Schaumburg Chalet.  The Faith Dwelling Place is completed.  Roof replacement for Manor House and Grace Dwelling Place is completed.  The construction of their last home, Enoch's Abode, is finally completed.  The completion of the driveway of Enoch's Abode and the roof replacement for Grace Dwelling Place are still on hold.  Praises:  Thankful for the many workers and businesses, churches an individuals who donated financially, with materials and many, many labor hours.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for the Weiss' as they serve the Lord through serving missionaries and their families.   UPDATED:  06/18/18

Westerband, Nelson & Carmen (Puerto Rico):  The Westerband's continue visiting folks telling them of the good news of salvation.  Thurs, Fri, and Sat. each week are set aside for soul winning, while adding days as necessary.   Praises:  For improvement of Carmen's health with positive report from her last cancer check-up; Some contacts from soul-winning efforts resulted in church visits; For salvation decisions during VBS.  Prayer Requests:  Pray for salvation of Rafael, a man they met while soul winning, and Marcial; For the spiritual growth of two ladies being discipled; For the spiritual growth of the children that made decisions during VBS; For their Evangelistic campaign;  For the Westerband's and their ministry to the people of Puerto Rico, that their ministry will grow and they will lead people to Christ. ​UPDATED (QTRLY):  02/02/19

Willis, David & Jennifer (Church Planting in Spain):   David Willis preached a series of messages on the holiness of God during last Fall stemming from recent reading and meditations in Leviticus, and he continues to lead their church in the "discovery" of the precious truths revealing the character of God.  They conducted a Missionary Teen Retreat (MTR); have been spending time with their community through music, sports, or town events which is a great way to build redemptive relationships; and sharing Christ as seen in His Word with Jennifer conducting studies through Matthew with a Basque Ladies Bible Study, and David's opportunities preaching at church and at the MTR..  Prayer Requests:  Pray for the tools and opportunities God gives them to continue to be used to share the Gospel and lead the Basque people to Christ.  ​  ​
​UPDATED:  12/23/2019

Wright, Jim & Myra (Furlough Replacement):  Since feturnng from South Korea, the Wright's had a full schedule reporting to churches until the COVID-19 lockdown started.  They are now sheltering in place.  Departure for their fill-in for the Potters in Pecs, Hungary has been postponed due to the travel restrictions.  They have been contacted by a church in Sparta, WI, that is losing their pastor, to do pulpit supply, so prayerfully, their time before their next furlough replacement will not be unproductive.  They are scheduled to leave for Vancouver in June, dependent upon travel restrictions.  Praises:  For ​their safety in travels; For the many opportunities to share Christ; For their great meetings with supporting churches.  Prayer Requests:  For the difficulties they are having with their health insurance company; For Evangelism contacts during quarantine; For Myra's continuing muscle discomfort.  ​UPDATED:  04/01/20

Updated 04/13/2020-jcs