Dear Prayer Team,
VBS
VBS did not disappoint!! Five days of lively children’s songs, exciting Bible stories, fun but meaningful dramas, crazy games, snazzy prizes, and yummy snacks made for some memorable days at both New Life Baptist and the congregation. Average daily attendance was 130 children (not including workers) at NLB and 40 at the congregation. Most importantly, young lives (some who had never been to church) heard and responded to the Gospel. We are now doing the follow-up work. What a joy to be able to reach out to these families and be well-received in the homes because of the impact of VBS! Thank you for your prayers, and continued prayers for lasting results!
GUARANI VISIT
So thankful we were able to squeeze in a visit to a new Guarani village in July! We had no idea how we would be received, but after a time of singing and prayer, the doors are open for our return. The family with whom we had the most contact accepted our gift Bible and even asked some great Bible questions!! Please pray for Michael and Jessica and family. Also, we are planning a trip to visit to Village # 4 on September 7th. There are so many needs there, and we are asking God for more chances to present the clear plan of salvation.
ZABELE
It has been one year since the inauguration of the church in Zabele and things continue to move forward for the Lord’s glory. Fifteen couples participated in an outdoor Sweetheart Banquet this past weekend! Regular meetings are being held at a nearby preaching point. What a joy to see a church so young with a great missionary vision!
FAMILY
How we praise the Lord for the way He has used our family for His glory this summer. We try to talk to all of the grandkids weekly, and one week in July, all seven of them were at church camp accompanying their parents, who were busy serving God! The Lord be praised! This season has also been filled with missions trips, youth get-togethers, and service projects. Please continue to pray for protection for our family, both physically and spiritually. Some have asked about Josh’s health. He continues having regular check-ups and so far, everything seems to be stable—a wonderful answer to prayer! He enjoys singing in the worship group at Hope Baptist Church.
Your prayer and financial support are so greatly appreciated and are both being used by God to reach Brazil with the Gospel. Thank you!
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
**E-mail-jblreachbrazil@gmail.com Website: prayforjohnblog.wordpress.com
Walking, Wheeling and Working 
Praise God for answered prayers at VBS, by adding a great contact in the new village, and for joshes health. We continue in prayer for you. David and Lori Taschner