NEWSLETTER
JANUARY 2009 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!  As we begin the year of 2009, we have an opportunity for many new beginnings.  We can follow the example of the Apostle Paul in Philippians 3:13, “forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forth unto those things which are before.”  Even though it is impossible to “forget” the past, what the Apostle meant is that we should not dwell on the past; either on the negative or the positive, but rather, look forward to new challenges and new opportunities.   We thank the Lord that 2008 was a wonderful year for our missionary families with manifold blessings.   At this writing, I have not received the total of the offerings sent in for our missionaries, but we have reached a new record amount, even in the face of a struggling economy.  This is testimony to the faithfulness of God’s people in churches around the country who have sacrificially given for the cause of world missions.  While no one can be certain what lies ahead for this coming year, we are certain that the Lord will continue to provide for His children, and we know that they will continue to be faithful to pray and give so that souls may be reached around the world.

We have received the wonderful news that Alan and Kathy Hart have been advised that their visas for Mozambique have been approved.  They will now be able to go forward in the work without the possibility of having to leave the country.  We praise the Lord for this wonderful news.  Pray for the Harts and the great work that the Lord has for them there in Mozambique.

Terry, Tami and Tobijah Morse will be leaving this month for French Polynesia.  Pray for them as they begin their ministry on this new field.  There are many islands in French Polynesia and they hope to be able to plant churches on many of these islands.  Pray that they will be able to secure the boat they need for their travels from island to island.

Jim & Melissa Mitchell and children have arrived from England for their furlough.  Pray for them as they get adjusted and begin their furlough travels.  Bro. Jim will also have some necessary medical treatments.

Ernie Brown has received the o.k. from his doctors for them to return to Ecuador.  They will be completing their furlough travels this month and will return to the field in February, the Lord willing.  Pray that all will go well for them as they plan to return to the field.

Please remember those in our missionary family who have health problems:  Mike Lane is still undergoing treatment for prostate cancer.  Dale Brown continues to do well in treatment for MS.  Debi Harris is struggling to recover from pneumonia caused by her MS.  Little Eliana Densmore is somewhat improved, but still has very serious health issues.  Helen Smith continues her recovery from surgery.  Juanita Bowen is doing well in recovery from knee replacement surgery.   Doyle Whaley continues his battle with Alzheimer’s and pulmonary hypertension.  Mary Gagnon, Monnie Bacon, Gloria Higgins, Joe Hawkins, Darla Brim, Amber Cato, Ernie Brown, Dana McCutchen, Charlene Neill and Sandy Janky all fight daily battles with illness and need our ongoing prayers.

Thank you for allowing the WBF Mission Family to be partners with you in your missionary outreach.  We appreciate the prayers and faithful financial support that make possible the ongoing ministry around the world and here at the Mission Office.