February brought both sorrow and gratitude as we navigated the passing of my mother-in-law, cherishing her faith and the unwavering love of family. Meanwhile, Victory Baptist in Rosario held a powerful family conference despite the rain, and Faith in Pergamino continues to grow, seeking a new home for its congregation. Our furlough journey has taken us to inspiring church gatherings, and as we prepare to return in June, we remain steadfast in our mission. Through every challenge, we find hope and joy in Jesus.

As we are beginning a new year I wanted to take this time to emphasize a need. That need is more laborers. If you are a Christian young person reading this letter or hearing it read in your church, I ask you this: have you prayed about being a missionary? I challenge every man in his 20’s and 30’s who has graduated Bible college and is currently working in the ministry in the States: have you prayed about missions? I was a 32-year-old pastor when I surrendered to go to Argentina. 

Since we have been in the States, I have had the
opportunity to teach at the Vision School of Missions. This semester I
am teaching the poetic books to the second- and third-year students.
As students are working through the three-year missions program at
Vision, the mission also helps them connect with churches in the area
so that they can serve in those churches.

“Time flies” is a saying that we use often. Visiting churches on furlough, we have heard people comment on how much time has passed between when we came by the first time presenting our work, and now visiting and giving an update. People can’t get over how much the children have grown and how big they are. Time does indeed fly.

Who are you, I asked the man as I arrived at
Faith Baptist in Pergamino. His name was Andres, and he was
new to Faith Baptist Church in Pergamino.