1) Mike will be traveling most of the month. Pray that as he receives safety training he will find practical ways to apply the principals to the flight operation in Mexico.
2) Pray for Joan as she stays in Mexico while Mike travels.
3) Our temporary airstrip permits expire this month. Pray that the five year permits will be issued soon.
Just a quick note to let you know that the dental team was a great success! The team worked well together. Each individual stepped up in their own way and made things run smoothly. I guess they call that synergy. It was great to see it happen over such a short period of time.
Pedro and Gavino were thrilled at the way the team interacted with the people in Colonia de Jesus. The few Christians who were facing persecution there were encouraged. Pray that the love that was shown to the people will open hearts to the Gospel and allow the Christians to meet together without opposition.
Friday we saw 97 patients in a local prison. We pray that this will keep the doors open for evangelism there. We did not identify any major problems with the planning and organization.
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Dear Friends,
With Thanksgiving behind us and Christmas just a few weeks away it seems appropriate for us to mention a few of the things we are thankful for.
First and foremost, we are thankful that God sent his only son to die for us that we might be saved.
We are also thankful for family, friends and churches who generously support us in our work here in Mexico.
We thank God daily for sons who know and love him. Watching them grow into Godly men is a real privilege.
Five happy and healthy grandchildren have to be on the list too.
We are thankful for our government contract to bring patients out to the hospital. This is taking our planes and pilots into new airstrips and providing new contacts for possible ministry.
more >Please continue to pray that five year permits will be issued by the Mexican government for the airstrips we use. Pray for wisdom and safety as we face an increased demand for flights in December.
Pray that the flights we do each day will help foster relationships which will allow us open doors to share the Gospel. Pray for the MAF team which have been invited to visit Amoltepec this month.
Mike and Joan have been given the opportunity to lead a cell group Bible study. Pray for wisdom as they prepare to share with a group of new Christians and unbelieving friends they invite.
Pray for all those participating in ESI groups as the Fall semester is coming to an end and special projects are due. Pray that Edgar and Neri will be an encouragement to all those who participate.
Dear Partners,
October was a very special month for us. We were blessed with our fifth grandchild, Payton Ann who was born on the 19th. She was 7 lbs. 15 oz. and 20 inches. Ben & Andy are the proud parents along with siblings, Alex & Rylan.
Mike was able to renew his Mexican pilot license in early October. It was a lengthy process including two separate trips out of the State of Oaxaca. A close Mexican friend drove Mike on a twelve-hour round trip to Veracruz where he got his new license. Thank you for your prayers.
We had a busy month flying. Among all the flights we did there was one that was extra special. Mike flew 12-year old Sarita back home after she had been hospitalized for two years suffering from epilepsy. Her father Pedro is one of the faithful Pastors working in Amoltepec. Please pray for Pedro & Sarita.
more >Praise for the safe arrival of our new granddaughter Payton Ann. Pray for safe travel for Joan as she visits with family in the Cleveland area the first two weeks of November.
Pray for Mike as he travels to Guatemala to fly with our MAF pilots there while Joan is in Cleveland.
Pray for Edgar, Neri and Mike as they study Hebrews together. Pray that their schedules will allow them to meet together every week. Pray that as the ESI groups study together each participant will be encouraged as they study God's Word.
Our newest grandchild arrived this morning. Peyton Ann Ross was born at 6:13 a.m., weighed 7 lbs 15 oz and was 20" long. Her parents are Ben & Andy. We are very excited and I can't wait to meet her in a couple of weeks.
Joan
more >Dear Friends,
September seems to have passed in a hurry. Maybe that is because Alas is doing so much flying. Just yesterday Mike did an emergency flight to bring a woman pregnant with twins and suffering from preeclampsia into the hospital in Oaxaca. Please pray that every contact we have with patients would be a blessing to them and an example of Christian love.
Mike hopes to renew his pilot's license next week. We believe he has completed all the requirements except his medical that he takes on Monday. Tuesday he will travel to Vera Cruz to present his paperwork. Please pray that it will all be in order and they will grant the license immediately.
Bruce & Wendy DeVries continue to struggle with visas for their two youngest daughters. Anna was adopted in Venezuela and Emmalee was also born there. Please pray that they would be able to obtain the proper documents from Washington without further delay.
We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of our 5th grandchild this month. Joan is scheduled to leave Oaxaca on Oct. 31st for a two-week visit. Please pray for Andy during these last few weeks, a safe delivery for the baby (a girl) and a good trip for Joan.
Once again, we cannot find words adequate to express our gratitude for your constant support and prayers.
In Him,
Mike & Joan
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