To The World Blog

Let’s be honest, traveling around the world is expensive. Airfare alone with all its hidden costs can easily break anyone’s budget. But what if you could see the world, without leaving the United States?
The world itself has gotten smaller. It was once normal that in order to taste authentic Indian food, you would need to travel to India. Or, if you had an interest in Somalia, it would be nearly impossible to get to Somalia to meet and converse with a Somalian. Those days, however, are over.

This summer in Atlanta, Georgia; high school and college age students can see the world in what is becoming one of the most culturally diverse cities in the nation. In the city of Atlanta, within one hour you can make it to either the largest Islamic mosque in the Southeastern United States or the largest Hindu temple within the entire country. There are an estimated 100,000 Chinese and 75,000 Muslims living in the Atlanta area. In addition to these people groups there are also Korean, Japanese, Indian, Pakistani, Vietnamese, Bosnian and many more ethnicities that are all found in the city.

This five day long camp is also unique in that it directs students towards the cause of world missions. Students will spend time on the street, in a mosque, at a Buddhist temple and visit many other places as they learn about cultures and religions from all over the world that need to hear the Gospel message. Not only will they be able to have experiences that many Americans have not had, but they will also be challenged by missionaries from around the world and spend time with them as well.

The camp takes place June 14-18. What is the cost? At only $125 ($25 registration fee and $100 camp fee), it is certainly cheaper than flying round trip to nearly any city within the USA. You can find out more information and register now by going to bcwe.org and clicking on events. You do not want to miss this camp, it is five days that can change the world.

What do people want to do because they hang around you?

Does it have anything to do with what will count for eternity?

If you are interested in helping us purchase a motorcycle for Missionary Vicente Garcia please let me know.  He is working in Burkina Faso with Missionary Keith Shumaker who is with Macedonia World Baptist Missions.
The Garcia’s graduate from out Bible college in Peru and left last September for Africa.  They are currently in language school and helping Bro. Shumaker.  Brother Vicente having a motorcycle would be a great help to all of the ministry.

The total cost of the the motorcycle is $945.

Amy and I traveled without the kids this past Sunday to be with Pastor Dunn.  We had a great timing meeting the folks.  The church had a great spirit and truly seemed interested in our ministry.  I want to thank the Coffey family for getting us an open door to the church.

I am sure that many of you remember the pastor’s wife in Peru that was dying. Her name was Suhey. You gave special offerings to help her. God worked in her life and she is now ok. Their daughter, Pamela, is a different story.  She passed away yesterday.

Please be praying for this pastor and his family.  You can imagine their heart break.

Her family is in need of financial help. The funeral is going to cost about $1,500. That is not much money in some ways but for a young Peruvian Pastor it is a mountain of money.

They also still have financial problems from the hospital and doctors. You could be a great blessing if you wanted to help.

Click here if you are interested in donating.