The Friends of India trip ended this week and participants faced travel times to return to the US from 20 to nearly 40 hours. Then, because of the unusual time difference (12.5 hours ahead), jet lag.

Pastor Alex Schweng and MDO’s vision is “to serve the urban poor, exalt Jesus Christ, and see His kingdom shine in the brokenness of our world”.

Frank & Karren F left for Ethiopia, their new mission field in August. When they arrived at the airport in Addis Ababa, they hoped (and prayed) to receive a 3-month visitor visa (not a 1-month one) which can then be extended for another 3 months.

As mentioned before, Friends of India are hosting a trip to take interested believers to India to see the needs there and experience a different culture. The group is scheduled to leave October 21. BACBC has two members who are joining the trip.

Silver Lining Missions (China, Asia) – Their mission is to serve underprivileged and disabled children and their families through various centers in Asia. Here are two examples of what takes place at their centers.

Sandy Spellman and her late husband, James (or Jim), loved to work with those who need Jesus, especially those who are in the deaf community. After some adjustment and moving closer to her children, Sandy continues to regularly reach out to those who need to "hear" the Good News and has a heart to pray for those who are seeking truth, healing, understanding, forgiveness that only God can give.

We are excited that our church members are getting involved in seeing the work of mission organizations firsthand. See our list of October through December sharing of short-term mission opportunities….

Using Media to reach others with the Good News plus End of the Year Short-term mission sharing. Showers of Blessings Evangelistic Ministry celebrates its 26th anniversary this week (September 29) with a special Vision Sharing and Fundraising Banquet. Make plans to attend next year’s dinner. For more information…