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South Coast Church Missionary Window                             September 18, 2021   Hello, Church Family.  We know, as HIS people, that it is a blessing for us to be part of God’s plan to take the Good News of our Lord throughout the whole world in order to fulfill His command.   What a blessing to have had the Adams Family share with us their last weekend before their long trip to the Amazon Jungle in Bolivia!  Sharing with them regarding their trip;  the search for a “home” (amazing in itself); learning a new language; showing love toward individuals from a culture entirely different from theirs; and listening to some of the steps and the ways they teach people who don’t even know the name of Christ is a ‘heart and soul humbling’ experience!  (They arrived safely). Please, let the testimonies of God’s faithfulness in the midst of the experiences of our missionaries encourage you to believe for HIS protection in your home and HIS guidance of your prayers and support for the cause of missions.  God loves all the people in this world, and He is at work one heart at a time.  We ask that you join us in our desire to pray for them as we receive communication from them.  How is the Lord speaking to you?  What missionary, nation or people are you willing to commit to for the next years?   Juan Carlos & Colette Gonzalez – Japan   The Gonzalez family had and continue to have the opportunity to share Christ through thousands of pamphlets and Olympic related literature in Tokyo as their church plant passed them out as well as invitations to their church. Their Kids Ministry continues to happen with every opportunity. Colette had the opportunity to teach some children about hard work and giving offerings to God.  After helping with the thousands of leaflets, some of the young Japanese kids were so excited and asked their parents to hold on to the tithe so they could place it in the Sunday offering.  Just like that, ministry and biblical instruction was passed on to the new generation! Colette is continuously encouraged how God uses her with the kids and in worship. In their discipleship classes they often have individuals who share the struggles and challenges of being a Christian in Japan.  They express their desire to know more about the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Juan Carlos rejoices as they pass on the Pentecostal experience and watch the move of the Holy Spirit in the lives of their church.  Their prayer requests include: the church plant of the Momochi Symphony Church Building in Fukuoka, Japan; volunteers for their church; Colette’s dental needs; the end of the pandemic so Japan can open to travelers. Osmar & Linda Silva - Portugal “During this month, God granted us the opportunity to visit with our parents in Brazil. It might be a farewell to our sweet dad, who is almost 92, with so many health issues, and ready to go home… “The program SOS Familia is reaching so many families in crisis, and the feedback has been wonderful. Praise God!  We are grateful for the continued work of healing by the Holy Spirit in the lives of our counselees, especially that couple whose wife tried to commit suicide last month. They’re still in the process of complete restoration.  “Our little church in Palmela is growing from a Small Group to a number that is impossible to contain inside of a home. Pray with us to find the right place to rent and call it - The House of God. “We had been preaching in a few churches covering for pastors on vacations, allowing them to rest and recharge to be able to better serve their people. “Dear partner, thank you for keeping us, our children, and our dear elderly parents in your prayers. “Please know that we do pray for you daily. May our God keep you and yours safe and joyful as we serve this AMAZING GOD together.  We appreciate and love you!” Brandon & Kendra Kertson – Chi Alpha/San Diego State   The Kertson family has been busy throughout this academic year despite the pandemic and having less students on campus.  At times they were able to reach students through electronics  means who had not previously come.  One of the students (Johnathan) previously was from a Buddhist family background but came to know the Lord as his Savior.  Chelsea was another student who came from an agnostic/spiritist background.  These two have been discipled and now are part of the program to be leaders for other students.  It is such a blessing to see a ministry which has the opportunity for this next generation of leaders to have access to a program that teaches and brings hope through the Lord Jesus ….. which is not what most students are learning on our college campuses! Brandon asks for continued prayers for the San Diego State chapter as several of his previous leaders have gone to Hawaii, New Hampshire and other colleges to begin Chi Alpha Chapters.  It feels like parenting…they grow, leave “home” but go out where God leads them to continue growing and blessing others!                                       COMPELLED     Please be praying for all of our South Coast Church Missionaries and remember to continue your monthly giving to support their work for the Lord around the world.   So All Can Hear