World Report
The Impact of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Jose
September 8, 2017
From the Superintendent's DESK
Many have expressed concern and let us know that they are praying for those impacted by the recent hurricanes, and it is deeply appreciated. Our saints in the Texas area are beginning to recover from Hurricane Harvey. Two families were displaced and others suffered property damage, but no lives were lost.
As destructive as Hurricane Harvey was, Hurricane Irma has been even more devastating. Tim DeBusk, Director of Caribbean Work, has...
Peruvian Effort is an Inspiration
August 15, 2017
From the Superintendent's DESK
As the Peru camp meeting came to a close on Sunday, August 6, our team in Cajamarca sent this report of the final days.
Saturday was spent visiting three of our branch churches in the mountains. We left around ten in the morning and headed to our Bella Vista church. Taking a “combi” (van) over some very rough roads, we arrived in the vicinity about ninety minutes later. We were impressed...
Many Come Forward for Prayer in Peru
August 10, 2017
From the Superintendent's DESK
As the Peru camp meeting continued on Thursday and Friday of last week, our team in Cajamarca sent this update of the services:
On Thursday, Sam Ajayi presented the Bible teaching on consecration using the example of Hannah, taken from 1 Samuel 1:20-28. Hannah prayed for a son and then brought the child, Samuel, to the Temple, dedicating him to the Lord. Brother Sam emphasized that after salvation, consecration is necessary for ...
Inspiring Music and Messages at Midwest Camp Meeting
August 9, 2017
Midwest camp meeting began with registration at the Pinecrest Camp and Conference Center in Fredericktown, Missouri, on Tuesday, August 1. The rented campground was filled to capacity, and it was good to see so many regular attendees as well as a large number of first-timers.
Bible Teachings were held Wednesday through Friday mornings with the theme of “Upcoming World Events.” On Wednesday, Charles Schleicher, pastor in Madison, Wisconsin, spoke on “The Rapture of the Church...
Many Visitors at Combined Meeting in France
August 8, 2017
From the Superintendent's DESK
Yesterday, Debbie and I attended Sunday services at our Paris location. It was our third time to worship with the saints there, and each time, we have seen new faces added to the congregation.
We have two groups in France: the one in Paris and another in Troyes. Several from the latter group joined us for a combined meeting. In addition, to the delight of the Paris group, many local visitors...
Praising the Lord at Korea Camp Meeting
August 7, 2017
From the Superintendent's DESK
Bill McKibben, Director of Asia Work, and his wife, Lori, have been representing headquarters this past week at the South Korea camp meeting. It began on Thursday, August 3, at our Seoul church and continued through Sunday, August 6. Brother Bill sent this report:
While it is usually hot in South Korea during August, this year was unseasonably hot and humid even by their standards. We were all very thankful for the ...
Reports of God’s Goodness at Peru Camp Meeting
August 5, 2017
From the Superintendent's DESK
Our team in Cajamarca continues to enjoy participating in the Peru camp meeting, and has sent this report of Tuesday and Wednesday’s activities.
The Tuesday evening service opened with prayer requests, followed by a violin and guitar duet of “Amazing Grace” and “Life is Like a Mountain Railroad.” After the congregational singing, a woman from Yanna Concha, and another from San Luis, testified to God’s saving and keeping grace. Before the message, ...
Testimonies Inspire at Peru Camp Meeting
August 3, 2017
From the Superintendent's DESK
The Peru Camp Meeting began this past Sunday, July 30, with a theme of “Let us fall now into the hands of Jehovah.” Representing the Portland headquarters is Sam Ajayi, Director of South America Work, and his wife, Shade, along with Steve and Merrill Mixer, and their daughter and son-in-law, Justin and Erin Green, who brought a recent blessing with them—eight-month-old Evora Ester. The team sent this report of the...