From Mark Hendrickson
Martha has been diagnosed with invasive breast cancer on the right side. She will have a second biopsy on the left side on Tuesday and hopefully surgery as soon as possible. Pray that the cancer has not spread to the lymph nodes and that we can completely eradicate it through surgery, and avoid chemotherapy if at all possible. Pray that God would be glorified through us as we go through this trial together.
Thank you for joining together as ReachGlobal Latin America staff to lift up our fellow servants in Christ!
Monday, June 28, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
If a crisis arises...
By Omar Rodriguez
As Crisis Manager for Latin America, several times during the day, I check news sources to see what’s generally going on in the world. The above headline from CNN greeted me just a few minutes ago – as it did people in the National Office, our supporting churches and family. Two questions immediately come to mind. First, are our missionaries affected in some way? Second, is the EFCA doing anything to help?
If the headline seems urgent or severe enough, someone in leadership might shortly start receiving notes from some interested party with the above questions. While it is impossible to stay on top of every crisis situation, we do need to be aware that due to global communications, crisis events are broadcasted quickly and interest is generated surprisingly fast.
For those of you on the field, what CNN may consider a crisis may not at all rank as such in your perception. But, if you are sending off emergency prayer requests to your supporters regarding an emergency situation or people are writing to you about what’s going on, it’s probably a good trigger that you should inform myself or your team leader.
Crisis events are not limited to personal emergencies but also include incidents where ReachGlobal might be affected or might have the opportunity to respond to serve. At the very least, we want to be proactive about generating concerted prayer for those who are affected. If at all possible, we also want to take the opportunities placed before us to reach out to our fellow believers and those without Christ who may need help. Proactive communication to your team leader or to me will greatly help us to respond to selected emergencies in a coordinated and timely manner.
If you are unable to contact your immediate supervisor, please contact me at Omar.Rodriguez@efca.org or you can call me at my cell phone at 714-930-6451 (24/7). If necessary, call collect.
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At least 42 dead, 115,000 homeless in Brazil floodingBy the CNN Wire Staff, June 22, 2010 2:52 p.m. EDT
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If the headline seems urgent or severe enough, someone in leadership might shortly start receiving notes from some interested party with the above questions. While it is impossible to stay on top of every crisis situation, we do need to be aware that due to global communications, crisis events are broadcasted quickly and interest is generated surprisingly fast.
For those of you on the field, what CNN may consider a crisis may not at all rank as such in your perception. But, if you are sending off emergency prayer requests to your supporters regarding an emergency situation or people are writing to you about what’s going on, it’s probably a good trigger that you should inform myself or your team leader.
Crisis events are not limited to personal emergencies but also include incidents where ReachGlobal might be affected or might have the opportunity to respond to serve. At the very least, we want to be proactive about generating concerted prayer for those who are affected. If at all possible, we also want to take the opportunities placed before us to reach out to our fellow believers and those without Christ who may need help. Proactive communication to your team leader or to me will greatly help us to respond to selected emergencies in a coordinated and timely manner.
If you are unable to contact your immediate supervisor, please contact me at Omar.Rodriguez@efca.org or you can call me at my cell phone at 714-930-6451 (24/7). If necessary, call collect.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Ministering in a Roman Catholic Context
It'll be no surprise to you, the RG LA staff, that most of Latin America is predominantly Catholic. Evangelicalism is rapidly growing but still remains the minority. Despite living and ministering within Latin America on a day-to-day basis, how much do you know about the predominant religion?
Take this opportunity to complete a personal KRA while learning about the history of Catholicism, complexities within the religion, and differences and similarities between Catholic and Evangelical doctrine and beliefs. Come away with practical ideas for ministering effectively to your Catholic friends and neighbors. Plus, due to the interactive nature, you will learn from fellow RG staff and have the chance to share your own related experiences. The course comes highly recommended for all staff ministering in predominantly Catholic countries.
View additional course information online or email equip@efca.org to register today! If you have any specific questions, you can also contact ernest.manges@efca.org.
Starting July 5, EQUIP (along with facilitator Dr. Ernest Manges) is offering a 4 week interactive/collaborative course on "Ministering in a Roman Catholic Context."
Take this opportunity to complete a personal KRA while learning about the history of Catholicism, complexities within the religion, and differences and similarities between Catholic and Evangelical doctrine and beliefs. Come away with practical ideas for ministering effectively to your Catholic friends and neighbors. Plus, due to the interactive nature, you will learn from fellow RG staff and have the chance to share your own related experiences. The course comes highly recommended for all staff ministering in predominantly Catholic countries.
View additional course information online or email equip@efca.org to register today! If you have any specific questions, you can also contact ernest.manges@efca.org.
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