January/February, 2023

Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.”  Col. 4:5

CONGREGATION– For over 30 years, bus stop evangelism has been a favorite fruitful part of our ministry.  As in past inner-city church plants, there are bus stops near our tent church.  As people wait for the bus, Bev and I witness.  Busses have their own lane and usually arrive faster than autos.  What a joy it will be in glory meeting those who were reached at the bus stop!

CLAUDIO– Drug and alcohol addiction is prevalent in São Paulo.  Claudio (an addict) accepted Christ as His Savior and is now in a rehab center for nine months.  Last Monday, Bev and I went to the center to encourage him and had an impromptu open-air meeting before leaving.  Thank you for your prayers for Claudio as he finishes his rehab, and becomes a vital part of the tent church.

Claudio was SOO happy to see John!!
John giving an impromtu challenge to the men at the rehab center.

CAMPIt is summer vacation and 86 degrees. Time to go to camp! After many months of praying and planning, our special needs camp became a reality. “Jesus said ‘I am’” was a favorite theme for the 70 handicapped and caregivers. Please pray as follow-up is done on the salvation and dedication decisions made at this tiring but fruitful time.

The beautiful campgrounds!
Time for breakfast!!
Camp meeting
Lovely and fragrant flowers on a tree at camp!

CLOSING– Thank you for your faithful fervent prayers and sacrificial giving!

With grateful hearts,

Missionaries John and Bev Leonard

Mission Address: Baptist Mid-Missions, 7749 Webster Rd. Cleveland, OH 44130

**Field Address: Avenida Dr. Guilherme Dumont Villares, 3333, Jd. Londrina,        

                                Apt. 74, Orion, 05640-004, São Paulo, SP, Brasil                   

2 thoughts on “January/February, 2023

  1. Wow! That did not translate well. I praise God for your faithfulness, and praise God for the work he will do through you. I am praying for your bus, stop ministry, and thankful for your ongoing, incredible zeal for the Lord! I also thank God for your amazing children who are working very hard around Saylorville Church! God bless you John & Bev.

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