P U E N T E Ministries
Partners in Urban Evangelism:
Nurturing, Training, Equipping
June 3, 2010
Dear Friends,
Since last we wrote, we have been reminded of the importance of not only knowing what the vision is for what we do, but also revisiting that vision in order to stay on track. The overall mission of Puente Ministries is supplied from Scripture, and is articulated in the commissions of the New Testament, which in a phrase is being a part of seeing more and more people choose to be disciples, or apprentices of Jesus. Hopefully, all the decisions concerning projects, programs, events and such will be based upon and informed by our vision statement: we exist as an organization for the nurturing, training and equipping of spiritual leaders. That's why we came to Costa Rica. That's why we planned and carried out the International Evangelism Institute. That's why we continue in the current phase of training national leadership in the Church at Tres Rios. And as part of that overall plan to see spiritual leaders prepared, we are announcing the next step toward seeing local leaders replace missionaries. As of the end of April, Victor Hernandez has shifted his efforts toward encouraging the pastors in the other congregations of Costa Rica. This is something he has not only done for some time already, but something for which he is also uniquely gifted. His shift will allow others in Tres Rios to step up, but is an act of faith for their family, as they are no longer on support with Puente Ministries. Just as we trusted in the Lord with the Institute students when they left, so we do now with the Hernandez family as they live out this step of faith. Please continue to pray for them in these months ahead.
Correspondence: Darrin & Chrissy King Roger & Elaine Twitchell
APDO 402-2350 APDO 402-2350
San José, Costa Rica San José, Costa Rica
011 (506) 2281-2956 011 (506) 2250-5514
darrin@puenteministries.org retwitch@yahoo.com
USA:
PO Box 212,
Oronogo, MO 64855
VOIP (620) 514-0135
Points for Prayer:
•Pray for the Twitchells as they continue to seek much needed rest.
•Give thanks, asking for God's continuing provision financially.
•Please remember the Hernandez family in their transition.
•Give thanks for God's work in raising up local leaders for the Church.
Interns & Church Plant - There has been plenty of activity in the Church at Tres Rios in the last month. We brought to a celebration the fourth round of Discipleship classes! These aim at improving the student's knowledge of Scripture, focusing especially on the life of Christ. We had four different classes, with one level having two sections to accommodate those who either work or study or both. We plan to start the next round in late August, Lord willing, but for now all are happy to be on vacation!
In the Children's Ministry, May included team-building activities and training for the children's Bible teachers. There are some new faces there as well. They had a Saturday outing, and at the end of the month hosted a breakfast for all the kids!
The Youth Ministry took a big step toward practical training, as they hosted a "talent show" on the 22nd. It included music, videos and a host of new musicians that had practiced for weeks to be ready. As they prepare for camp in July, one highlight will be that the music will be directed by one of the student leaders, Fernando. They're all working hard to raise money to attend and invite other youth! Thanks for reading and praying!
Sí en Cristo,
Roger & Elaine Twitchell
Darrin & Chrissy King
Edwin & Jessenia Guerra
