Dear Barnabas,
No, we didn't make a mistake in the salutation. As we ponder God's goodness in bringing us to this point, we thank Him for all the Barnabas' He has put in our path…. especially, these past two years. God has used you in a mighty way to change our lives. Your encouragement has come in
many forms and our lives have been forever changed by your commitment to the Lord's work. We can't thank you enough for your willingness to help us as we prepare to serve in Ecuador, for encouraging us to be obedient, and for friendship that has impacted eternity. Thank you, Thank you for your prayers. They have been very evident.
We recently had a wonderful opportunity to meet Dr. Manuel and his wife, Nellie from Cuenca, Ecuador and in all places ~ Forrest, IL. Forrest is small town (1,124) approx. 20 minutes from Gibson City. I t's amazing how God orchestrates these events in our lives to allow us to hear how He is working in Ecuador. This medical doctor and his family ministers in small villages bringing physical and spiritual health.
We had another wonderful opportunity when we delivered a donated van to a missionary family from Ecuador. We will be working with this family when they return from their Home Missionary Assignment. The family that purchased our van heard of the transportation need and donated their van to this family. We were blessed by being the ones to deliver the van.
Our departure is three weeks away and we can't help feeling that the "Honeymoon" is over. This time of preparation has been such a beautifully blessed time in our lives and although it's exciting to anticipate what the next few months will bring, it is also very difficult to say goodbye to our family, friends, and ministries that He has graciously lavished on us here in the states.
Last Friday, Doug completed his last day at State Farm. D oug said goodbye to the many friends that he has come to know during his nine years of employment there. Many of his friends have shown interest in our future ministries in Ecuador by becoming partners with us, and others requested to be kept informed through email updates. As a part of his last day, a food day was held in his honor and he received a card signed by employees with a cash offering that has been collected. Doug was also surprised to discover that he was being treated to a 24oz. Porterhouse steak. He had always wondered if he could actually consume a steak like that…..we won't say how he did. Doug was especially touched when his boss refrained from giving the typical goodbye handshake, and prayed for him instead. Doug was very blessed to have management that was extremely supportive towards his leaving the company to pursue full-time missions service.
This weekend we head to Fort Wayne, IN to celebrate the Graduation of our nephew Derek. This will also provide us with the opportunity to visit with both of Doug's sisters and their families. Next Wednesday, June 14, we are planning to appear before the Ecuadorian Consulate in downtown Chicago. Please pray that the documents we present for authorization will be acceptable, and they will grant us our required Visas. On June 22, 23, & 24 we will be attending the OMS World Outreach Conference at Indiana Wesleyan University.
Just another reminder that if you are in the area, we would love to have you join us during our Commissioning Service at the Gibson City Bible Church on June 25. The service will begin at 10:20am. with a potluck dinner to follow at approximately 11:30. The church is located on the west side of town on Rt.47, just north of the Rt.47 and Rt. 9 intersection. http://www.gibsoncitybible.org/missionary.htm
Directions: http://www.gibsoncitybible.org/directions.htm
Please pray as the Lord prepares a place for a to live in Quito. We received word today that there might be an opportunity to house sit for 7 months very close to the Alliance Academy. This would give us time to look for our own place and furnishings. Who knows, maybe we can become professional house sitters for 4 years????
Blessings to You!
Doug & Cindy
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