BCC Mexico Trip

The BCC November 1-7th 2009 Mexico mission’s trip team is now forming. Please contact Jim Spitnale at jspitnale@bex.net or 419-478-4047 to be a part of this exciting trip. We will be building a small church as well as ministering around the Aldama Mexico area.

Message from Bob & Bette Sue MacIsaac - Lithuania

Dear Friends,

June is here! We are already experiencing longer days with the sun rising around 4 am and getting dark after 10 pm. It is so nice to have warmer weather again.

The construction team from Ohio and Pennsylvania worked hard at camp. They finished the sewage system, built foundations for cabins, and other jobs that needed completed on the kitchen/cafeteria roof.

This month a team from El Paso, Texas will arrive June 15^th to work on the kitchen/cafeteria. Please keep the workers in prayer as they concentrate to get as much done as possible in their time here.

The camp loan balance is now at $37,581.21. Seems like a lot more to pay off but we are very thankful for a lower balance and know that God will provide what is needed. Thank you for praying for this need and giving as you can.

You can check out our blog by clicking here.

The camp season will begin in June. Please be in prayer for all the campers and churches using the campgrounds. We want the presence of the Holy Spirit to minister to everyone that comes.

Have a wonderful day! We appreciate each one of you!!!!!!

God bless!

Bob and Bette Sue

Construction Teams - Needed in Argentina

Dear friends,

We believe that God is challenging us to enter a new phase in King’s Castle. As far as we know, there is no Master’s Commission in Argentina and we believe that God is laying on our hearts to begin one. It will be named, Castilleros Extremos, (Extreme Castle ministers) and will help high school graduates develop character, self discipline, Biblical studies as well as get a hands-on view of ministry. We are setting a goal to begin in March 2010.

Between now and then, we need to see some major changes happen to our building. The building is ours, not rented, thanks to the efforts of Martha Lesperance, the former Castle director. So we are free to remodel it in order to best utilize its spacious interior. We need to build a couple of dorm rooms, a small apartment, and bathrooms. We will work in steps, as help and finances come in. We already have (most of) a kitchen… only lacking sink, counter and cabinets, so we are already on our way. J

Meanwhile, we will continue evangelizing, leading training seminars for both leaders and teens, and traveling to new areas to plant Castle ministry. Please pray about bringing (or sending) a construction team from your church to help us. We aren’t going to be able to take any evangelism teams until we get our building usable. Once we get some rooms built and bunk beds put into them, we’ll be able to house teams from the States much more economically. ( And, our Castilleros Extremos will be available to accompany evangelism teams.) But first, we desperately need construction teams coming with money to buy the materials they will need for that week. For those of you that can’t come, please pray with us that God’s dreams for Castilleros Extremos will come to pass for we have a lot of details to work out in the next 9 months.

Many blessings,

Kim and Shari Babcock

Thompson Trails - Missionaries to Kenya

The Kisumu school has been closed since November 2002, but will now be opening as a branch campus of E.A.S.T. (East Africa School of Theology).

The Assemblies of God has been very effective in following the 2 Timothy 2:2 principle: Train
faithful men who will train faithful men who will train faithful men who will train faithful men. This has been done by establishing Bible schools everywhere the Assemblies of God has sent missionaries. The Kenya Assembly of God is continuing to grow at a very fast rate, with a five year plan to double from 4000 churches to 8000 churches by 2014!

* We need pastors for these new churches!
* Pastors need to be trained in a Bible School!
* E.A.S.T. Kisumu Campus can house up to 96 residential students ‐ both men and women!
* Plans include both day and evening classes for residential and non‐residential students.

We are excited about having students back on the campus again! However, there is much to do before they arrive! Our assignment ‐ To get the school fixed, repaired, renovated, spruced up, cleaned up, and have it ready for classes in September 2009!

So much to do ... so little time!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Windows are broken, toilets and showers don’t work, there is no refrigerator, the stove has been
trashed, and cooking is done outside on stones; Desks and chairs are broken or missing, and there is not enough dining room space, classroom space, or chapel space; New chalkboards, white boards, and other teaching necessities are needed; There is no library or computer lab! The dorms are in need of complete overhauling, with new mattresses, curtains, paint, and security doors. The entire campus needs to be painted, both indoors and out, and the yard needs a lot of TLC! The list goes on and on...

The costs of repairing and renovating are great!

WE NEED YOUR HELP TO GET THE BIBLE SCHOOL READY TO RE‐OPEN IN SEPTEMBER!

By investing in the renovation of the E.A.S.T. Kisumu Campus, you will be helping to train pastors to reach the lost in Kenya.

**If you are interested in helping financially, please let BCC know by leaving a comment**

Dave & Audra Daniel - Missionaries to Germany

PUZZLE SEEDS GROW
We are seeing two families grow in grace and love.

It was a hot summer’s day as we began the first of many Puzzle performances. We were all excited, but also very hot! The temperature was near 40 Celsius! It was on that day that Jonas and his mother, Kristin first came into contact with the gospel and with us. A year later, they attended another Puzzle performance in their neighborhood park. Since September, 2008 Kristin has faithfully brought Jonas to our Friday afternoon kids program and Sunday church services!

Currently, Kristin is attending our Alpha course which teaches the basic tenets of our faith. We know that God is working in this family and are glad to see their interest and growth in the things of God.

Kristin has also been instrumental in another family coming to our kids program. The Busler family has been faithfully coming since the birth of their daughter, Zoey, in September. The whole family comes, Dad, Mom, two sons and baby Zoey. They also had attended a Puzzle outreach, but it is the friendship that Kristin has with Kathi that bridged the gap.

Your faithful partnership with us has enabled these families to be changed by God’s love. We are certain that God has many more families that He wants to change. Please pray that the seeds we have been able to sow will be brought to fruition for the glory of God.

Thank you for your faithful support in this endeavor.

PRAYER REQUESTS
Transitioning to another country is a big undertaking. We would ask for prayer concerning the
following:

๏ That the seeds we’ve planted in the lives of the kids would be watered and bring a harvest.
๏ A reliable car for itineration.
๏ New partners for this mission that will support us in prayer and finances.
๏ God’s peace and anointing on our family.

Glutting Prayer Letter - Chi Alpha Missionaries

Thank you again for your prayer and financial support. Below are Current Requests, below that are some updates from our previous prayer requests. Have a blessed week! :)

An Awesome Testimony
One missionary I am coaching was very discouraged and having difficulty. After sharing and praying with him, we talked about aggressively trusting the Lord for new provision. After much prayer the following day, his next 2 calls were pastors he hadn't contacted before. Each pastor pledged $100 per month! At times it's amazing how the Lord goes BEYOND "all that we can ask or imagine".
Your prayers are also helping to make a difference!

CURRENT REQUESTS:

Report Presentation
My final version report will be presented next week to the National Chi Alpha ELT (Executive Leadership Team). This will substantially take our coaching ministry to the next level. Please pray that the ELT response will be the Lord's direction and provision to expand the coaching ministry.

Website
Please pray for the Lord's help for us to get the developed website posted on-line within the next two weeks.

Automobile
The minivan I've been driving for 11 years with 160,000 miles is on it's way out. It's leaking antifreeze in a place that will enter the engine oil. As it would be too costly to fix (along with some other issues) the mechanic suggested we put it "out to pasture". Please pray with us for the Lord's provision for another vehicle.

Candidate Orientation
April 18-25 is our next orientation. I have one new teaching assignment. Please pray for the Lord's help for me to finish my preparation well. Pray that the Lord will prepare all of the U.S. Missions candidates for this week of training.

Candidates in the field
I'm currently coaching 10 missionaries. In these challenging times economically, please pray that each missionary will aggressively trust the Lord for new provision. Pray that God will provide well beyond "all that we can ask or imagine" by the power of our risen Lord, Jesus Christ!

UPDATES:

Soonho's car
We found a nice car for Soonho, but his finances diminished due to the dollar's value in Korea. It's nice that he has his license now, but he's had to put off buying a car for now.

Phil's FL trip
It went very well and the Lord has been doing great things in Phil's life. He's really pressing into his relationship with the Lord and he's been faithful in his devotional life. The trip was a real boost for him in these areas.

Matt's website
Matt did a good job on a website for me. The big challenge is getting it posted to the host site that is available free to me.

National Report
I submitted the report in paragraph form. I was then asked to change it to bullet form so it will be easier to present at the Executive Leadership Team. Yesterday I submitted the new version and it will be presented next week to the ELT.

The Lord bless you! In Christ's Love,

Gregg and Erin Glutting

Kevin & Karen Prevost - MINISTRY IN MADRID

Kilometer Zero Update
In our January newsletter, we mentioned a prayer request for open doors to continue to distribute literature in the streets of Madrid. A law had gone into effect that prohibited this. THANK YOU for praying! The city of Madrid has since amended the law to allow us as a non-profit group to give out gospel tracts unhindered. We have also found that God has given us special favor and support among the police that patrol the streets!

Recently a large number of our soul-winners have received the baptism of the Holy Spirit, including some that do not come from a pentecostal background at all! God is equiping his people for a greater harvest.

There is also a fresh vision in the leadership of Kilometer Zero that includes a strong emphasis on prayer including establishing a 24/7 prayer center. In addition, the vision encompasses training evangelistic teams throughout Europe to greater reach not only Spain, but its surrounding countries, as well. kilometer zero website

Prayer Requests - Kilometer Zero
Pray for a greater anointing of the Holy Spirit as we preach on the streets.
Pray for more workers to be equipped to win souls in Spain and all over Europe.
Pray for God's direction in developing a prayer center.

Evangelical Christian Academy (ECA) Update
One of the privileges of teaching at a Christian school is the opportunity to equip the students spiritually. Part of Karen's 10th grade curriculum is designed to aid the students in preparing their testimonies. Not only is this helpful for those students hungry for ministry, but it is also a timely challenge for other students to examine their relationship with God. Last week, fifteen students stood in front of their peers and shared what God has done in their lives, some for the very first time.

Naturally, the preparation of their personal testimonies has equipped the students for our evangelistic outreach in nearby Alcala de Henares. Several students shared their stories publicly for non-believers to hear last Friday night. Others helped with dramas, and yet others preached illustrated messages. This led to many productive conversations with listeners. Stepping out in ministry fuels the fire of their love for the Lord. It's like the food of doing the will of God that Jesus spoke of that nourishes and gives life.

Another example of God's work in the students' lives is the precious sense of His presence at the school youth group. Several weeks ago after worship and the word, students began seeking God, moving out in spontaneous prayer, worship, and ministry to each other for more than an hour afterwards. Noone wanted to leave. God's presence was so palpable, and He was doing a deeper work in their lives. We are so grateful for His work! eca website

Prayer Requests - ECA
Pray for more students to be raised up in ministry.
Pray for the students who aren't following Jesus to be convicted of sin and led to true repentance.
Pray for a continued move of God in the youth group.

El Hogar Cristiano Church Update
Our church, El Hogar Cristiano (The Christian Home), is actively developing its ministries to better serve the families within the church, as well as reach out to the community. We recently had a workshop to inspire and equip our Sunday School teachers and children's workers. We are also preparing workers for youth, music ministry, prayer ministry, and evangelism.

We will be having a church retreat during the Easter weekend. Please PRAY for a deep move of God in the lives of the people that will bring spiritual healing, vision, and purpose.
el hogar cristiano website

Prayer Requests - Church
Pray for Pastor Juan Carlos and his wife Liliana, for wisdom, rest, and wholeness.
Pray for people to be saved and added to the church.
Pray for God to build His church and equip His people in ministry.
Pray for our church retreat on Easter weekend and for a deep work of God in the lives of the people.

Hills and the valleys of West Bengal- Anderson update

BABITA...

Babita is one and a half years old. She weighs only 5kgs, or about 13 pounds. Her family are Bengali Hindus. About a month ago our team found her, began a feeding program as well as taking her to the hospital where she was suspected of having tuberculosis. With much prayer she began to improve and gain weight. As God's love was shown to this family, during the visit of the Cedar Valley team, Babita's mother received Jesus as her Savior. Her father was also open and listening to the gospel.

Then the attacks began in earnest. Babita's mother began having dreams where Kali (the goddess of death and destruction) appeared saying that if she stops worshipping her she will kill her and her family. Babita's mother stood strong in her new faith and continued to worship Jesus, but when her father went home to his village, pressure from family there has made him very fearful to take a step to follow Christ. And they began to get sick again. Her father was admitted to hospital with severe abdominal pain. Babita started coughing and vomitting.

Yesterday, little Babita was admitted to a hospital near us with severe pneumonia, a secondary bacterial infection and possible TB. Most of her lungs are filled with fluid. She is in a very serious condition, especially in her malnourished state.

Please pray for God to show his love and power to this family in undeniable ways. Pray for the faith of Babita's mother to grow and God's presence to surround her in the hospital! We are yet again asking for a miracle of life and salvation in the face of the oppression of the gods of death and destruction. May their power be broken completely as we pray...

God annoints Cedar Valley Church in India. The Cedar Valley, MN team was a great help to us here! February was a whirlwind month with a wonderful School of Church Planting seminar (over 50 workers gathered for encouragement and ongoing teaching), a Holy Spirit conference, Prayer ministry/counseling, a medical camp and lots more... Thanks so much to the team for coming and ministering alongside us those weeks!

Brain surgery a Success. Your prayer makes a difference! Little Ganesh saw the neurosurgeon yesterday and the surgery was declared a success. He has movement in his legs, his wounds are healing and he is gaining weight. Both mother and father regularly attend the house church and are growing in their understanding of what it means to become a follower of the Lord Jesus. Thanks for being a part of this miracle of life for a little boy who had no chance or hope apart from Jesus!

Land update. We continue the battle to purchase land for the widows here. We have now located a new piece of land and are in the process of negotiations with the owners as well as checking if the land has any legal issues involved. It is still our goal and prayer that this land would be released and purchased prior to our going to the states for furlough. Keep praying!

Challenges in the Bh*tan work. When God brings advance, the opposition also seems to be very active. After many years of prayer our team moved into the nation of Bh*tan instead of operating on the border. There was immediately a severe attack from the enemy which threw several team members into personal chaos. We are unsure if they will be ready or able to continue on the team (probably not for at least several months), and we are in a counseling and restorative process with them. Please pray for wisdom for us and for freedom, deep healing, and God's victory in this situation. Also please pray for strength for us as we invest many hours in listening, praying and coming alongside of these friends we love so dearly. The drain and strain of so many intense issues takes its toll on us and we need daily manna from God to be sustained in this time.

Elders appointed and house church multiplied! Last Sunday we had the tremendous joy of appointing four men to be local elders of the Bihari house churches. They were so excited to be chosen by God for the task of service and to step into this responsibility. From this Sunday, the house church will become two house churches, each with two elders serving and ministering who are from the local community. Please do pray for them as they grow in their leadership and learning to use the gifts of the Spirit God has put within them. It is a new stage in the work when local leaders take responsibility and the potential for growth is dramatically increased. We are so excited about what God is doing!

Preparations for our Return to the USA. We are starting to get excited about coming back to the States and being reunited with friends and family. We still do not have a house to stay in or a car to drive and many things remain unsettled in the details of God's provision for our needs when we are home. We have a few leads but nothing is yet finalized. Please do pray for these things to all come together soon and for rest and peace in our hearts as we wait for God's perfect plan to unfold. We will arrive back in Minnesota around the first of June. We also are excited that Jenna and Steffi will be coming home from Thailand for break on April 8th! Yeah!!!
Once again, thank you for your love, prayers and support in so many ways! As you stand with us...we are strengthened for the task God has called us to here. We love hearing from you, so please keep writing us!

Blessings and an early Happy Easter-

The Anderson family

News from Paul & Metchild Clark - Missinaries to Germany

Where has time gone?
Twenty-five years ago we arrived with our two small children to begin church planting in Germany. We are amazed as we look back to see five churches that have been established directly through our efforts. On top of these five churches we have been able to assist and actively partner in six other church plants. Now we stand before the challenge of planting another church in Bad Duerkheim. We covet your prayers, as we sense the enemy is not willing to give up one inch of territory without a spiritual battle. All the experience in the world is not
enough for the task at hand. But our God reigns!


Prayer Needs
From the 29th of March until April 5th the Bad Duerkheim church will be hosting Pro Christ.
This evangelistic outreach takes place via satellite in over 1,000 different communities throughout Europe. Pray for a harvest of souls in Bad Duerkheim. The mayor of our city will be attending the meeting on March 31st.

Pray for a harvest of souls as we start an Alpha Course after Easter.

We are still lacking around $15,000 for the Bad Duerkheim building. Any help you can give
would be greatly appreciated. (AGWM Project Nr. 9347) We are trusting God for His provision as ten churches have recently cut back on monthly support.

Pray for our daughter Stephanie who has been having some stomach problems, along with
continually battling Raynaud’s disease.

Paul’s father, Jerry, remains in nursing care and needs prayer. He has not been able to walk since August 2008.

Hoskins' Update

Passion! As we have been presenting our new work to partners, several of you have commented that we are communicating with greater passion than in the past. In these difficult economic times, many are grateful for having any work at all. We are so blessed to be fully engaged in work that we are passionate about.

Ten years ago, Wycliffe adopted Vision 2025—to see a Bible translation program in every language still needing one by 2025. There are over 2200 language communities that still don’t have the lamp of God’s word to light their path, but the light is coming! Through creative and effective partnerships, indigenous peoples are rapidly being equipped to take ownership of their own translation programs, and written Scripture is being made available to oral peoples through non-print media. To learn more, visit our website and view “The Light is Coming”
http://www.theseedcompany.org/media/seed-company-overview.

Dale has the privilege of equipping nationals in Nigeria, the African nation with 510 languages, the 2nd most in the world. He is part of a team serving 12 language communities simultaneously.
Just since October, each of these communities now has an alphabet and a system for writing their language, as well as a small portion of Luke. With this initial training, 41 Nigerian men and women are now able to begin drafting on their own.

The Nigerian church urgently wants scripture translation. I heard some testify how people of influence are using various means to coerce Christians to reject not only their faith, but their own culture and language!

It was quite a thrill to travel into the Ga’anda homeland and witness 60 people hearing Scripture in their own language for the very first time! Dale will return in June to check Ga’anda drafts for accuracy and to help them test it in their community for clarity and naturalness.

We are ever grateful for the love and sacrifice that comes with your partnership!

Dale & Carole