NEWSLETTER
MARCH 2005

The medical caravan team that Dick Burdine was with in Sri Lanka was attacked by an angry mob of Muslims. The men were able to get into their vehicle and before the mob could break into the van the police came and rescued them. They were put into protective custody for that night and escorted to a place of safety the next day. In spite of the problems they encountered, they were able to help many of the Tsunami survivors and also saw over 70 people accept the Lord Jesus Christ as Personal Saviour. They were also able to establish a way for ongoing relief efforts to be carried on after they left Sri Lanka. We thank God for protecting them during the attack and also for those who were saved while they were in Sri Lanka.

Frank & Darla Brim and children have returned to Brazil for their next term of service. Pray for them as they get settled and back into the work there in Brazil. The Lord richly blessed the work while they were in the U. S. and they are looking forward to seeing the church there continue to develop and grow, plus they have plans to begin another new work very soon.

After 36 years as WBF Missionaries in Ecuador, Charles and Juanita Bowen are beginning a new ministry with Spanish speaking people here in the U. S. Pray for them as they make the transition to this new ministry and please continue to stand behind them with your financial support.

Coming to the U. S. this month for furlough are Dave & Carole Ross from Indonesia. Pray for them as they take care of last minute details before making the trip to the States.

Please continue to pray for Cecil Henderson, who is still hospitalized here in Arlington. He has been moved to the Kindred Hospital, which is a rehab facility. Tests revealed that the source of his internal bleeding was a cancerous spot in his esophagus. The doctors are trying to build up his strength before beginning to treat the cancer. Pray much for Cecil and also for Saundra and the family.

Both Joe and Elaine Hawkins are improving on a daily basis. Elaine did not have to undergo surgery for her injured shoulder, but is undergoing physical therapy and the doctor feels that she will heal without the need for surgery. Joe is doing well following the blood clots in his lungs, but is having some difficulty maintaining his blood sugar levels. They will probably be in the States for at least three months before returning to Brazil.

Jack Weaver continues to do well in his battle with Lou Gehrig’s Disease. He is growing weaker physically, but his spirits remain high and he has a positive outlook. Pray also for Jo as she cares for him. The lifting she has to do in taking care of Jack has caused her to have back problems.

Sammy Jo Myers, the 14-year-old daughter of Troy & Sandy Myers, has been diagnosed with Synomial Sarcoma, which is a very aggressive form of cancer that usually strikes young adults. She underwent surgery earlier this month and will begin a series of chemotherapy and radiation to try to keep the cancer from spreading. Pray much for Sammy Jo and also for Troy and Sandy.

The following missionaries need your prayers as they battle ongoing illness: Miss Bessie Millican, Debi Harris, Monnie Bacon, Mary Gagnon, Phil Gagnon, Juanita Bowen (recovering from back surgery), Gloria Higgins, Sandy Janky, Gary Janky.

Thank you for your prayers and financial support for our missionary families and also for the General Fund. We appreciate your investment in our ministry of world evangelization.

NEW ADDRESS:

Frank Brim
Caixa Postal 64
42700-000 Lauro de Freitas, BA
Brazil, SA

Tommy Raley

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