Last year, before FMI’s mission trip to Indonesia, Pastor Mary Pat had a vision of herself and another team member walking through a red light district – an urban area with a large concentration of brothels and prostitutes. When God provided an open door for the 2011 mission team to visit Singapore for one day, … Continue reading
Last year, before FMI’s mission trip to Indonesia, Pastor Mary Pat had a vision of herself and another team member walking through a red light district – an urban area with a large concentration of brothels and prostitutes. When God provided an open door for the 2011 mission team to visit Singapore for one day, … Continue reading
Pastor Bill and Troy went to City Centre Church’s west branch this morning to minister. Pastor Bill preached about the authenticity of God’s love for us and His desire that we draw into Jesus’ heart. Using the examples of Mary in Cana and the encounter Jesus had with the Syrophonician woman, Pastor Bill shared the … Continue reading
Our team again split into two, to minister at two different branches of a church. Pastor Mary Pat and Michelle headed to the City Centre’s downtown branch. We were thrilled to learn that this church is also involved in missions, church planting, and raising up pastors in other nations. Pastor Mary Pat shared a powerful … Continue reading
Saturday night, our team was invited to minister at a youth gathering that meets in an upper room at a local mall. The room was packed with youth, ages 14 to 20. During the youth-led worship, Michelle had an angelic vision involving angels releasing God’s peace, drawing the youth into greater intimacy with the Father, … Continue reading
We were sad to leave our dear friends in Jakarta, but knew the Lord had plans in store for the team in another nation, so we boarded a plane and headed for Singapore. We were greeted by our contact here – the senior pastor of City Center church, right in the heart of Singapore. We … Continue reading
Our meeting with the staff and leaders of Menorah Church was powerful. Many received revelation from the Lord as Pastor Bill shared about how it is the Father’s good pleasure to partner with us and that the Father enjoys breathing life into our dreams and seeing us step out in faith with Holy Spirit guiding … Continue reading
The Spirit of God poured over the crowd as we met in a good friend’s home for a meeting. Pastor Mary Pat called on those present to enter in to the Lord’s Presence even as John heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Come up here” in the book of Revelation. As the bride hungers … Continue reading
Joining our dear friends at Menorah Church here in Jakarta is always such a blessing, especially immediately following our “Kingdom Invasion” conference. After worship, Pastor Mary Pat shared an intense word exhorting all to see how our good God works through generational alignment to produce great blessings in our lives and in our churches. She … Continue reading
With the momentum and progression of the conference thus far, it was easy to expect the Lord to blow everyone away during the last session entitled “Freedom in the Glory.” We began with Troy and Michelle sharing more testimonies of healings and deliverances from previous sessions to increase the faith level in the room. Pastor … Continue reading
Over the years, Frontline Ministries International has seen an expansion of its business and marketplace ministry, both locally through business-based training offerings within Frontline Training Center, and also internationally, through invitations to speak to groups involved in the business sector, as well at other marketplace-themed teaching engagements. We were so excited to see all that … Continue reading
As the word “testimony’” in Hebrew means “do it again, Lord,” the sharing of healing testimonies has been an integral part of our conference. We have seen the Lord heal so many people already in Indonesia, and of course, thousands in years past. We kicked off our Healing and Restoration session of the conference with … Continue reading
Tonight was the first night of our “Kingdom Invasion” conference here in Jakarta. The entire conference revolves around Matthew 6:10 which states, “Your kingdom come. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.“ Truly, we saw the Kingdom of God invade Jakarta tonight. The night started off will some powerful worship and … Continue reading
After seeing the miracles of God and hearing more about the love of the Father, a Buddist woman came forward and wanted to receive the Lord. As Pastor Mary Pat began to lead her in prayer, the woman was unable to repeat the prayer as the demons in her fought to stay. Pastor Mary Pat … Continue reading
One of our friends in Jakarta owns a beautiful furniture and upholstry shop, and holds a weekly Bible study meetings in the back of the store. We ministered there last year, and there was much healing and deliverance. This year we were expecting an increase – and there certainly was! As the Bible study group … Continue reading
While Pastor Mary Pat and Michelle ministered earlier in the morning at another church, Pastor Bill and Troy went to an Assemblies of God fellowship here in Jakarta. Pastor Bill began by teaching as he played the guitar and sang over the church. He asked two questions: Who is Jesus? What is His heart? The … Continue reading
We were so excited to minister at Shekinah Glory Ministries, headed up by our dear friends Mr. and Mrs. Widodo. Our 2011 Indonesia mission team stayed in the home of the Widodos last year, and we became very close. We ministered at what turned out to be a six-hour worship and prayer meeting! Pastor Bill … Continue reading
Our small, yet mighty, team split up on Sunday to go minister at two different churches. Pastor Mary Pat and Michelle traveled to Shalom International Fellowship – a church that meets on the top level of a local shopping mall. We connected instantly with the various pastors and congregation (the head pastor is currently in … Continue reading
On March 22nd, 23rd, and 24th, Frontline Ministries International will have its first conference here in Indonesia. It is called “Kindgom Invasion” and will be held at Bethel Church in Jakarta. Radio broadcasts, flyer distribution in churches and universities, and plans to have the conference advertised on a jumbotron near the church are all underway! … Continue reading
Each year Frontline teams travel to Indonesia, our dear friend Johnny Santoso hosts a meeting in his lovely home for us to minister. This year, guests came from all over the city to receive impartation from our team. After fellowshipping over a delicious traditional Indonesian meal, Pastor Bill led everyone in anointed worship, ushering in … Continue reading
After nearly 36 hours of travel, our small and mighty team of four arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia. We spent the first night connecting with our wonderful Indonesian friends and contacts over dinner, anticipating all that the Lord will do on this trip. When we arrived at our host Nanny Widjaja’s house, we were travel weary, … Continue reading
Pastor Bill and Pastor Mary Pat had the privilege of ministering to 70 pastors that were headed to Israel with Pastor Dirceu for a time of prayer and prophetic intercession in Israel. There was an amazing outpouring as people were challenged and strengthened in the spirit. We know the Lord will do something very strategic … Continue reading
Pastor Bill and Pastor MP visited two separate favelas where Pastor Dirceu has ongoing outreach; Heliopolis and the City of God. They were able to feed the children physical fruit, as part of the weekly food Pastor Dirceu distributes. They were also overjoyed to see a harvest of spiritual fruit in the lives of the … Continue reading
The Lord has divinely connected our hearts with Pastor Dirceu and his beautiful church, Casa de Jesus. It was so good to be reunited with everyone, and we fully enjoyed their fellowship and hospitality. As the Gokees ministered at Casa de Jesus through song, anointed messages, and individual prayer, the glory of God was released … Continue reading
It was our first time to travel to the state of Bahia. We were 3 hours from the nearest airport, and on this day we were another 2 hours back into the mountains, on a very remote road. This was the home of our contact’s family. As night fell, the only building around was a … Continue reading
Pastor Mary Pat ministered in a church where she preached on the supernatural power of God in conjunction with His love, which results in a global heart. Many miracles of healing occurred here- how wonderful! A young adult blind in one eye was instantly healed, as was a women who was deaf in one ear. … Continue reading
The Gokees ministered in a church where the glory of God broke through in a new way. The spiritual climate over the congregation shifted from heaviness to open anticipation. Pastor Mary Pat preached about the Kingdom of God, and Holy Spirit poured out His supernatural presence. Pastor Bill and Troy returned to this church several … Continue reading
Oh happy day, He washed our sins away! We are so grateful to our Redeemer for bringing life and salvation to a group of 100 people who attended our crusade in Palmeira. A sweet aroma of God’s presence was present and an anthem of worshipping the holiness of our God filled the atmosphere. During this … Continue reading
Travelling back to Zimpeto, we stayed one evening in a village called Mabalane. We had the privilege of preaching there in 2010 and saw great signs and wonders amongst the village. This year, we ministered to 100 people; all of which prayed the prayer of salvation! Afterwards, after praying for the physical healing of a … Continue reading
The people of Combomuni are so precious to Father God! A few of the villagers greeted us upon our arrival and then shortly after prayed with us to invite Holy Spirit to come and move during our stay. Our first evening of ministry met a warm welcome by the people of the village. We shared … Continue reading
The people of Chicumbane encountered the love of Christ in incredible ways! First, after a call for salvation was given, seventy people raised their hands to receive Jesus! A great roar of celebration exploded before transitioning to a calling for healing, and one right after the other, people continued to come up to give God … Continue reading
After arriving in Quissico during the first day of our stay, we unloaded the bus to greet 17 churches that had gathered from different villages to meet and learn more of the Kingdom and scripture. That evening we held a crusade for all of the churches. There were approximately 200 people who had come out … Continue reading
Our first night travelling to a village called Mafuiane was absolutely amazing. Twenty people came forward to receive Jesus after the Gospel was explained, followed by several who also received a healing touch. Two gentlemen testified that their back and leg pain were completely healed and restored. One, in fact, demonstrated what Jesus had done … Continue reading
As with our most recent trips, our team stayed in Machava for a few days upon arriving from the U.S. before travelling out to the bush. We have come to know and develop many relationships with the children placed in this children’s home under the direction of Iris Ministries. During the last day of our … Continue reading
We had the privilege of travelling to Zimpeto to minister to the long and short term missionaries, as well as a few of the Bible students. They were encouraged in the Lord by the word spoken to them, and we shared worship and communion with each other afterwards. Many were touched by the Lord as … Continue reading
Our team joyfully unloaded the bus to minister at a nearby church where twelve other churches had come to join. We began by participating in worship with them, followed by receiving a warm welcome by all the members! We shared our dramas and dances with them and Pastor Mary Pat proceeded to preach afterwards with … Continue reading
Tonight our team ministered to the same church from the previous evening. Before the service began, Troy saw golden anointing oil pouring through the doorway of the church and running down the center aisles. The oil became a large pool in the open space in the front. As this was showing this, the Lord was speaking … Continue reading
On Thursday evening the entire team travelled to a nearby church outside of Machava to minister. Pastor Mary Pat began to preach of the freedom Jesus has freely given us and as a prayer was lifted up for them, the chains were falling off of people! Four individuals were able to testify of the goodness … Continue reading
God is great! After our team safely arrived in Machava, four members of the group, including Pastor Mary Pat, travelled to Zimpeto to minister to the children and Bible school students. The sweet Spirit of God was present, as worship accelerated throughout the service. Soon after, Jaimie and Bethany shared a worship dance with everyone. … Continue reading
Praise the Lord for His amazing faithfulness! FMI, in partnership with Pastor Samuel and Vera Quarcoopome, has been demonstrating the love of Jesus in Ghana since 1999. FMI sent a team of four men to Ghana, Africa on June 1st for two weeks of focused and intense ministry to leaders in the remote Northern region … Continue reading
Wave after wave of healing poured over the spiritually hungry group of former Hindus. Each one had come to know Jesus as Lord in the last two years and, despite difficulties, were trusting the Lord to touch their families with the same love. As our team ministered through dance, drama, worship, and sharing of the … Continue reading
For generations, this influential Hindu family had worshiped many gods of wood and stone. One day, the grandmother of the family met our contact, Pastor Rohit, and prayed to receive Jesus after being healed of a constant pain in her side. Soon after, her grandson, Sanju, received the Lord and then the rest of the … Continue reading
Precious. Each child is so precious to the Father. It is hard to imagine what it would be like to grow up as a ragpicker in India. Without hope, these people collect and sort through trash, trying to find recyclables to bring in some income. But the young ones in one community of Haryana, India, … Continue reading
Our team spent Tuesday ministering at one of Pastor Benjamin’s boy’s homes,Redemption. There were just under 40 boys waiting for us there, eager to receive from the Lord. Our team used various fun and interactive dramas to teach about the believer’s authority in Christ and spiritual warfare. Mark led the boys in acting out the … Continue reading
Redemption, the ministry we work with, oversees six different children’s homes, caring for over 600 children. One of the larger girls’ homes is situated in the town our team came to minister in. As our vehicles pulled into the girls’ home on Monday morning, our hearts were filled with anticipation for what the Lord had … Continue reading
Imagine turning your living room in to a church every Sunday morning! Pastor Benjamin and his wife, Adrianna, have been doing this for some time. We were privileged to join them and had an amazing worship time. Some of the boys from the boys’ home lead a song of praise that released more of Father’s … Continue reading
Saturday morning, our team left Rajahmundry to minister at Redemption. Here, Pastor Benjamin (pseudonym) leads a ministry that cares for children who have been rescued out of all kinds of horrendous circumstances. Some have been rescued out of human trafficking and forcibly working in brothels, others are former child soldiers, still others were out begging … Continue reading
Monday night, our team piled into the bus and headed for the Indian Ocean – near the site of our first “campaign.” (Here in India, large gatherings with a ministry program are called “campaigns” instead of “crusades.”) There were over 450 people gathered at the campaign site in the town of Peroumallapuram when we arrived. … Continue reading
After 10 days in Rajahmundry, our time with the kids from FMI Children’s Home was coming to an end. Our team was blessed to spend all of Friday evening with our kids. Starting from the garden of Eden, our team taught the children about the Kingdom of Light and the Kingdom of Darkness. Walking them … Continue reading
When Jesus walked this earth, he ministered to and healed many people with leprosy. Here in India, there are still those who are plagued with this disease, and if they are too poor to afford medical treatment, some must go to live in leprosy colonies outside the city limits. This is a harsh reality, but … Continue reading
Our Rajahmundry church contacts surprised us this year with a new item on the ministry itinerary – a women’s conference. Men were also invited to the women’s conference and a number of male pastors and laymen alike came to hear the message. As the joyful Indian worship music wound down, Pastor Mary Pat got up … Continue reading
Tuesday night, our team headed out of Rajahmundry, driving on a series of dirt roads until we reached a huge open field – the site of our second “campaign.” A huge crowd of people was waiting for us, as Pastor Deva’s church band played Indian worship music. The ground was covered with potholes and other … Continue reading
Traveling further into the forest, we drove through a shallow river and wound through the hills until we reached a small village. Upon arrival, an eager crowd greeted us with Indian worship songs. Our entire team greeted our new friends and shared short words of encouragement. Led by the Spirit, Pastor Mary Pat explained God’s … Continue reading
After driving for two hours on a very bumpy dirt road, the team reached the village of Bheempalli – our first destination for the day. The local people call these types of settlements “forest villages,” as they are nestled in the midst of tall tree forests and hills. The people had been eagerly waiting for … Continue reading
Our team traveled to another village church, Ravukaoadu, with about 35 people crammed into a 15×10 space. Pastor Mary Pat greeted and opened the meeting with a presentation of the Gospel, and approximately 20 people received Jesus into their hearts immediately. We also witnessed a number of healing miracles, including a woman who was healed … Continue reading
Today the team traveled to a village church by the name of Vedhiveduaruion. We were greeted by a friendly pastor, his church, and five water buffalo resting nearby. Pastor Bill shared a message on the Father’s heart leading into salvation, and Pastor Mary Pat share about God’s love, power and healing. Signs and wonders followed. … Continue reading
On Wednesday night, Frontline launched our 2011 Children’s Worship Conference at our FMI Children’s Home in Rajahmundry. The 22 children from our home were joined by 20 more children from Pastor Prabaka’s children’s home for a time of teaching and impartation. The purpose of this two-day conference was to give the children an opportunity to … Continue reading
Standing on the curb by his taxi, Wajir looked up to see his next group of passengers coming towards him. It is midnight in New Delhi (India’s Capital) and the group of Americans want to go see the India Gate and the Presidential Palace during their layover. This was an odd request for this time … Continue reading
Later on Sunday evening, our team traveled to the outskirts of Rajahmundry to Pastor Presant Kumar’s small church. Pastor Kumar is the youngest of the three brothers the Lord connected us with here in Rajahmundry. While preaching, Pastor Mary Pat felt the Lord say He was raising up this little church to impact the community … Continue reading
Walking down the narrow alley toward the city church, our team was greeted with the sound of lively Indian worship pouring out on to the street. As we greeted the congregation, many of our team members received words and pictures from the Lord to encourage the church. Pastor Bill shared a clear and powerful message, … Continue reading
The team’s last night in Sawla was spent sharing the love of Jesus in the market. As we unloaded the bus, a crowd immediately formed, ready to watch and listen to the message we were bringing that night. First, the dance team performed a praise dance, to the delight of the crowd. We then held a … Continue reading
The next day, the Lord continued the work He started the day before in Kingdom Bible School. Andy taught on the joy of the Lord, and how Holy Spirit loves to fill us up with overwhelming joy. The team felt led to have all the students go through a fire tunnel in order to receive … Continue reading
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After a powerful outreach many joined us on Sunday for worship on our land from the various villages, including Nyege, together with the Kingdom Bible School students. A powerful message was given by pastor Bill and also a number responded to receive Christ as their Savior. One young boy, of his own will, gave up … Continue reading
Intimate times of soaking have caused many of the students to experience God’s Presence in a new way. They share with excitement in their voice as they testify of Heavenly blessings. Many are excited to see what God will do next as they continue to soak in His Presence.
Hearts were transformed as the team prophesied over some of the students. In a desire to show His love, the Holy Spirit released many prophetic words revealing to the students that He still speaks today.
After a time of teaching from the puppets about soaking, the Lord demonstrated His Presence with gold dust on many of the student’s hands. They gathered in mass to show what God had done. Expectation is increasing with every sign and wonder.
The jealous love of the Lord is being poured out over the people of Sawla in Northern Ghana. Frontline Kingdom Bible School has begun its second year of teaching and equipping pastors and leaders. People are gathering from villages all around to hear of God’s great plan for their lives. With over 100 people attending, … Continue reading
Our first night in Ghana was very powerful. Many people were gathered for the service that night at Life Christian Center. Powerful praises were lifted up and many were expecting God to move. Individual prophetic words and words and words of knowledge began to flow as our team stepped out, desiring to show the supernatural love … Continue reading
Michelle Oliver and Mike Wheeler returned to Ghana this June to facilitate the legal needs of Frontline and its investment in the development of the land in Sawla. Michelle is an attorney in Cleveland and Mike is in law school in Akron. Frontline was given a 29-acre tract of land in Ghana’s Northern Region to … Continue reading
“If you have ever been involved in Juju, and you want Jesus to completely set you free, please come forward” called out Pastor Mary Pat Gokee, as people rushed forward to receive prayer for complete deliverance. As she began to pray with the people collectively and lay hands on each one, some began to fall … Continue reading
We eagerly anticipated our arrival to Nyege, a very prominent area for the practice of juju, expecting to see the mighty hand of God touch the lives of every man, woman, and child…and that’s exactly what He did! Upon entering the village, we unloaded the bus with ready hearts to see the Kingdom of Heaven … Continue reading
Each day, the team members break up into groups and teach the students English. Even though the national language is English, most of the students, who come from rural villages, do not speak English. Fun games like “Kofi says” are used to help them learn English while having a good time.
Driving down a dark dirt road toward a remote village, our van stopped close to a small campfire. A handful of people were cooking their village food as others slowly appeared out of the darkness. With the headlights from our van and the small light on our video camera shining in the darkness, our team … Continue reading
We met Kenneth at a crusade in Ghana in 2001 when he was 15 years old. At 8 years of age, Kenneth had lost his hearing due to a botched surgical procedure to remove a growth from inside his right ear. Around this same time his father passed away. His father had accepted Christ when … Continue reading
The very next day, after many were delivered from darkness, God demonstrated even more of His miraculous light. After a powerful time of impartation and teaching on the person of the Holy Spirit and what it means to truly worship God from the heart, the team led the students in a time of anointed worship. … Continue reading
Most of our team had the opportunity to visit Maputo’s Bocaria – the garbage dump where Heidi Baker began working when they first arrived in Mozambique a number of years ago. With such a large number of people, we split into two groups to go out into the surrounding homes. It’s amazing to see what … Continue reading
We had an awesome time at our last crusade in Mozambique for this year, and we saw the power and love of God poured out on His people in many ways. Over one-hundred people gave their lives to the Lord after hearing of His great love for them. A woman testified of eye sight improving, … Continue reading
During two nights of crusade in Malbalene, we saw over fifty people pray give their lives to Jesus, and many were healed. As head pains, stomach pains, and back pains were healed, we were able to share with them about their Heavenly Father and His great love for them. We pray that these precious people … Continue reading
During our crusade in Zongoene, a gentleman received prayer for pain in his ear. He had been suffering from this constantly, and told us that he had this pain since birth. After receiving prayer, the pain completely left and he testified of Jesus’ power!
After traveling for many hours, our team arrived late in the evening to hold a one night crusade in Zongoene. An enthusiastic crowd began to form, and we were able to share the Gospel through drama, dance, and preaching. Over eighty people prayed to receive Jesus, and many received healing in their bodies. One man … Continue reading
Pastor Jose, Pastor Bill, Pastor Mary Pat, and Mark were able to visit a prison in Maputo, and many were encouraged through their ministry. Mark was able to share his testimony, and the pastors were able to preach. It was a powerful time for everyone.
Our team had an awesome time in Catembe, Mozambique. After traveling across the bay area by ferry, we arrived in an area known as a gateway for witchcraft and other occultic practices. During our three night stay, we saw the power of Jesus overcome the enemy in many ways. Through ministry outreaches during the afternoons … Continue reading
This year, our team has the incredible opportunity to join with Pastor Jose of Iris Ministries to plant their second church in Swaziland. On Monday night, we held our first crusade to draw people in from the area. We were able to share the Gospel through drama, dance, and preaching. About 30 people came forward … Continue reading
On Monday afternoon, our team was able to divide up in groups to invite people to our crusade and pray for the sick. One group shared the Gospel through the drama, and prayed with many family members who needed physical healing. The father was healed of chest pain. The mother had pain and swelling in her … Continue reading
On Monday afternoon, Pastor Mary Pat, Jaimie, and Bethany were able to spend some time with the children living in or near the compound where we are staying in Swaziland. Jaimie and Bethany taught the children a worship dance, and were then able to share the Father’s love with them. All 12 children, and one … Continue reading
Maria, a woman who lives at the house where we are staying, was helping set up a board for our clothesline when she stepped on a three inch nail that punctured her foot. The nail was removed, but she was still experiencing a great deal of pain. Pastor Mary Pat prayed with her and commanded … Continue reading
Our team arrived in Swaziland on Saturday evening to an excited crowd ready for everything that God had for them. Pastor Mary Pat began preaching, and offered Jesus at the start of the meeting to any who did not know Him. Two men and many children came forward immediately, and heard the message about Jesus’ … Continue reading
Today I got to pray for a woman who had cataracts in her eyes. I’m not sure if she was totally blind or not, but after I prayed for her and took my hand off her eyes, her eyes looked into mine and she said, “I can see!” Hallelujah! I could see the milky coating … Continue reading
While ministering in SEALS groups, Troy and Jaimie’s group was able to minister to two women who had never heard about the message of Jesus Christ. They were both led in prayer to declare Jesus as Lord and excitingly received Jesus into their hearts. The mother received prayer for comfort, as she lost her husband, … Continue reading
Our team experienced extreme favor one afternoon as we set out in SEALS groups for ministry throughout Catuane. Pastor Mary Pat, Ashley, Darlene, Spencer, and Bethany were able to minister to a large group of children, after the headmaster released them from their classes to hear the Gospel message and receive from our team. At … Continue reading
We are seeing many come into the Kingdom through outreaches and crusades in Catuane! After two nights of crusade in this village, we saw 85 people give their lives to Jesus, and many experienced healing. Headaches, stomach pain, throat problems, a shoulder frozen in place for two years, pain in knees and feet, toothaches, wrist … Continue reading
During our first afternoon in Catuane, Pastor Mary Pat was given the opportunity to minister to pastors and leaders living in or near Catuane. After preaching on the Bride of Christ, two people who were in the crowd accepted Jesus, and the leaders received prayer and impartation. Three people also testified of physical healing, including … Continue reading
Antonio, a young boy living at the Machava children’s center, explained to us during a ministry time that his toe had been hurting very badly. The missionary working with us told us they were planning on taking him to the hospital the next day. Many of the team members had been praying for him throughout … Continue reading
Our team has had a fantastic time with the children at Iris Ministries’ Children’s Center in Machava We enjoyed every moment together from playing in the sand, singing and dancing, to experiencing the glory of God together. We were able to spend three days at this center, and on our last night we were able to … Continue reading
About 117 kilometers outside of Maputo, Pastor Jose Novela and Iris Ministries has started a new work project ”The Miraculous Pineapple Plantation.” Pastor Jose has planted 10,000 pineapple plants, thousands of casaba roots and has plans to continue planting. The long term vision for this project is to provide a place for boys and young men … Continue reading
After arriving in Mozambique, our team drove straight to Iris Ministries Children’s Center in Zimpeto. Pastor Mary Pat was able to preach on signs, wonders, and the glory of God, and many experienced the Lord during this time. Several in the crowd raised their hands to testify of healing in their bodies, and many of … Continue reading
Due to inclement weather in Atlanta, our team arrived late in South Africa and missed our plane to Maputo, Mozambique. The only plane leaving to Mozambique left the next morning, giving us fifteen hours in the airport! Though some may view this as an inconvenience, our God was able to turn this into an awesome … Continue reading
11 missionaries (including Pastor Bill and Pastor Mary Pat) will fly to Accra, Ghana to host Frontline Ministries International’s 2nd Kingdom Bible School. This Bible School for indigenous pastors and leaders in the “North” will be held on Frontline’s land in Northern Ghana, in the town of Sawla. Our land sits in a region that … Continue reading
18 missionaries (including Pastor Bill and Pastor Mary Pat) will fly to Mozambique on June 4 to serve the Lord, partnering with Rolland and Heidi Baker, Iris Ministries. The Bakers support 2 thousand children daily and have 10,000 churches in Moz and other countries. Frontline has worked with Iris since 2003 and will again share … Continue reading
Entering into the pastor’s house, we were warmly greeted by the people crowded inside the room. Pastor Bill encouraged the church by sharing about his healing from malaria and the song that the Lord had given him during his battle. The name of the song is “The Enemy is Done.” The song contrasts the mighty … Continue reading
Although the two small children were unable to hear, they still smiled up at Pastor Mary Pat as she knelt down next to them. Laying her hands on their ears, Pastor Mary Pat rebuked the deaf and dumb spirit causing the problem and the children began to hear and began to speak! The church’s pastor … Continue reading
A woman with multiple physical difficulties received prayer, but seemed unable to receive the Lord’s touch. It was discovered that she had believed a lie saying that she was not worthy to receive anything from the Lord. After the lie was revealed, Pastor Mary Pat prayed with her to renounce the lie and receive the … Continue reading
Formerly, this woman was a devout Hindu who had also practiced various forms of witchcraft. After receiving the Lord two months ago, her family declared that she was crazy. Cuts would appear on her hands and feet and blood would flow as demons would literally come to torture her. As Pastor Mary Pat prayed for … Continue reading
Can you imagine a city of 600,000 people with only one Christian church? If you look at a city the same size in the United States, you could go to a different church every day of the year and still not visit each one. Here in Northern India, we were privileged to meet with and … Continue reading
Led by one of the boys who had been rescued, our time of worship with the children was full of the joy of the Lord as we sang praises to our risen King Jesus! As the anointing fell, many prophetic words were released over the children. Our contact was able to confirm many of the … Continue reading
Our puppet friends helped our team to share about the purpose and benefits of soaking, or resting, before the Lord. Pastor Bill ushered in the presence of the Lord as he sang prophetically over the children lying on the floor. Many expressed that they felt a peace and a touch from the Lord. Several of … Continue reading
At last, we are back visiting Redemption’s Children’s home. The majority of the children have been rescued from child trafficking and the child sex industry. It is such a privilege to be here ministering and loving on these precious children. We had already met some of the children last year, while others have been rescued … Continue reading
Never have you seen a more comical, yet effective presentation of the account of David versus Goliath! It was certainly a one-of-a-kind presentation with a wig-wearing, crutch-toting Goliath and a shaggy dog playing the part of the sheep saved from the lion and the bear. Several of the children joined this motley cast as our … Continue reading
During the time of soaking, Madhu was lifted up and carried away by two white angels. They took him to a place of light where he saw those who were crippled and blind. Jesus was there and asked Madhu if he had any disease. Madhu said he had night blindness. In the vision, Jesus placed … Continue reading
Led by King Rajesh, the children helped our team act out the story of the wedding feast that we had done for the lepers. It was both a comical, yet highly effective way of demonstrating the principles and great truths about the call of the King (Father God) to bring in the lost to His … Continue reading
During the time of soaking with the children, Pastor Dewa saw a vision of Jesus’ head. In his vision, a crown appeared on top of Jesus’ head. To his surprise, a hand start moving around the group of children and then it went away. Pastor Bill had a vision of Pastor Mary Pat twirling around … Continue reading
Vijay, Suneetha, and Kumar were the names of our three puppets that showed up in Rajahmundry to help teach the children more about soaking in the Lord’s presence. With a little help from the team, the puppets taught the children about lying down and asking Holy Spirit to come and meet with them. After a … Continue reading
Gathering once a month for fellowship and impartation, 45 pastors were touched by Pastor Mary Pat’s teaching on the vision and call of God for their lives. As she testified to the Lord’s healing power, the pastors’ faith grew and personal prophetic words were released. Receiving a word of knowledge that there were those present … Continue reading
Looking on with great anticipation, our leper friends watched as we prepared the feast. For the first time, they were the honored guests at this banquet. Plates loaded with rice, curry chicken, yogurt sauce, chicken winglets, desserts, and more were placed around the table. In India a flower garland is only placed around the neck … Continue reading
Like little children showing off something new, the lepers eagerly came to the front to show how Jesus has been healing them. The leader of the colony was one of the first to come forward and show our team that the sores on his hands had dried up suddenly after our first visit. Then, the … Continue reading
Imagine. You are driving down a dirt road and suddenly your ears are blasted with lively Indian worship music. You see a well-lit open space surrounded by mud huts with women dressed in saris sitting near their children. Men are scattered throughout the group and along the sides of the clearing, some are even perched … Continue reading
Running back and forth, here and there, lost in the forest, a man was full of confusion– but who is he? Pastor Mary Pat shared this with a man in the church who she specifically felt this vision was for. He indicated that he actually worked in the forest and was experiencing confusion in his … Continue reading
We met a man who suffered from polio. This had affected his ability to bend down, squat, and walk properly. After prayer, he began to bend over and squat easily as his pain disappeared. We are trusting the Lord for a full release of this man’s legs so that he can walk completely normal as … Continue reading
Passing by empty tractor wagons, our team squeezed through the crowd of about 400 to reach the crusade stage set up in the middle of the street outside Pastor Prasant Kumar’s church. The team performed a drama depicting the choice we have between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of darkness. As Pastor Mary … Continue reading
Desiring freedom from the pain in her back, one lady received an unexpected answer. Through a word of knowledge, Holy Spirit showed Pastor Mary Pat that the source of the pain was this woman’s difficulty in trusting the Lord to take care of the problems in her family. Once she confessed Jesus as the answer … Continue reading
As she was praying for someone, Pastor Mary Pat received a word of knowledge that the man had a problem with his legs. It turns out that the man’s legs were straight and unable to bend. After prayer, he was able to squat to the floor repeatedly. His knees were totally free!
What does a rainbow have to do with exams? At church on Sunday, Andy saw a rainbow over a girl’s head. At the close of the meeting, Andy shared this word with her, but was given no other details from the Lord. At our crusade that night, she requested prayer for her exams that she … Continue reading
At the close of our crusade, a woman asked Andy to pray for her arm. Every time she lifted heavy objects she would experience great pain. After prayer, she testified that the pain was gone. Holy Spirit told Andy that she had two daughters. Much to the surprise of the translator, the woman did indeed … Continue reading
Expounding on the many names of Jesus, Pastor Bill encouraged and challenged the church that every need can be met in Jesus. In fact, the Bible has at least 700 different names for Jesus and each one represents different aspects of His character. Many swarmed to the altar as our team prayed for them and … Continue reading
Limping due to the pain and swelling in her ankle, a woman made her way to Amy and Theresa. After prayer, the woman testified that her ankle felt better and she was able to walk with ease.
Two years ago, a lady fell and broke her ankle. The doctors informed her that she needed surgery but was unable to afford it. Living for two years with a poorly healed fracture had left her ankle swollen and painful. While being prayed for, she felt someone touching her ankle and even saw an impression … Continue reading
On her walk home, a Christian woman heard voices of praise and rejoicing coming out of the church in the leper colony. What’s going on? She entered in and received prayer for her eyes. Her right eye suddenly became clear and her blind left eye began to see light. As more prayer was offered, her … Continue reading
As our team ministered the love and word of God to our friends here in the leper colony, God began touching them with His healing power and opening their eyes to the supernatural. One leper saw a bright light as we prayed, and the swelling in his left hand disappeared. Another one felt heat in … Continue reading
Indescribable. Words can’t really express our great surprise and deep feelings of humility at what happened when we entered the leper colony that Frontline Ministries International has been supporting regularly since 2009. Two of our leper friends came immediately to Pastor Bill and laid their hands on his ankle and began praying for his healing. … Continue reading
A village pastor’s wife responded to a call for healing. Not only did she receive healing for her knee pain, but she was also healed of deafness in her right ear. While receiving prayer, she covered her left ear and discovered she was able to hear out of her right ear! Her husband, the pastor, … Continue reading
What does an envelope or a tingling feeling in the wrist have to do with healing? A man received a word from Pastor Mary Pat that the Lord had a message to give him, signified by her seeing an envelope in the Spirit. When Andy was later called to give the message, he asked the … Continue reading
Pastor Mary Pat shared about the truth of Romans 12 and what it means to be a living sacrifice at Suram Palem, the last village we visited today. Led by Holy Spirit, our team began to speak prophetically over the people present and over the church. Troy saw a rushing river coming down the mountainside … Continue reading
Holy Spirit fell at the second village we went to after Pastor Bill sang the song, “Oh, Jah,” and Pastor Mary Pat began preaching with the passionate fire of Holy Spirit. Nine people came forward to be baptized in the Holy Spirit and to receive healing. Many were touched through the time of ministry. This … Continue reading
Enthusiastically, the village pastor sang and danced a song of worship to the Lord. Pastor Bill gave testimony of the Lord’s desire to speak through both men and women. Next, our team was able to present several dramas depicting the great love the Father has for us all in sending Jesus to save us from … Continue reading
Anil Kumar, one of the children in Frontline’s Children’s Home, turned 10 years old today. Pastor Mary Pat was able to spend this time with the children and God released prophetic words of His goodness and love for them. Each child came forward and shared their knowledge and experiences with Jesus. Wide-eyed and amazed, the … Continue reading
At last, we arrived at Frontline Ministries International’s Children’s Home of Rajahmundry, India! Our precious children greeted us with big smiles, garlands of flowers, and even several English worship songs that they had prepared for our arrival. The children hugged “Papa Bill” and “Mama Mary Pat” as each came forward to greet them. Much to … Continue reading
With his broken ankle propped up across the seat, a brilliant rainbow lit up Pastor Bill’s tray table during our first flight to India. The rainbow could only be seen on his tray table and none of the others around him. As we start our mission to India, it is reassuring to be reminded that … Continue reading
This evening we met in a church located next to a slum and the presence of God fell in that place. Our contacts have been assisting this church with food and transportation money for those who attend. Tonight, 125 people came and received from the Lord for both their physical and spiritual needs. Ina translated … Continue reading
The presence of God was so strong on Pastor Mary Pat that as she walked near a 16 year-old girl, the girl began crying as the demons inside of her began to manifest. We discovered that both her grandparents were Muslim witch doctors. The girl constantly saw demons and was terrified of being around her … Continue reading
In the evening, we went to a large home group. Out of the 67 people there, 31 prayed for salvation! Once again, God poured out His love and power in great measure as we saw many touched by His extravagant love. A 91 year old woman received an increase in her ability to see and … Continue reading
We traveled to a distant slum and prayed for salvation and healing for over 70 people! What an exciting time as the Lord powered out His healing power on His children! Here are some of the testimonies from this time: 4 people were healed of stroke side effects, including being able to raise arms in … Continue reading
We were next invited to a pediatrician’s house who had been given only a few months to live due to his cancerous situation. We declared healing over him and two other men who were struggling with cancer. We praise God that we were able to lead those present who did not know Christ into a … Continue reading
What a Monday! This week has started out with an explosion of healings and salvations. Our team ministered at Shekinah Glory Ministry, which is an outreach to tens of thousands of school-aged children and young adults on different Indonesian islands. We began with a surprise celebration for Pastor Bill’s birthday, and then spread the revival … Continue reading
During a house gathering, Pastor Mary Pat pointed to one lady and declared to her that the Lord is answering her prayer for healing and to keep pressing in for her healing in the name of Jesus. The woman began to shake and cry as Holy Spirit touched her. After the prophetic word, we discovered … Continue reading
Pastor Bill and Pastor Mary Pat shared the Lord’s love and heart throughout the day with around 60 people. People accepted Jesus, cried as the Lord spoke words of life and destiny to them through the pastors, received healing and deliverance. It was an amazing day. Here are several of the testimonies… Pastor Mary Pat … Continue reading
Our translator’s mother was present for the miracles and the Good News that was shared. She has lived as a buddist throughout her life and her daughter has been praying for salvation for many years. As Pastor Bill shared with her before she left, she finally opened her heart and prayed with Pastor Bill to … Continue reading
Caroline, who works for the family we are staying with, received prayer for a cataract of two year duration in her left eye. As Troy prayed for her, she went down in the Spirit shaking and crying. Upon getting up, she tested her vision and the cataract was almost gone and by the next day … Continue reading
A married woman with children, abandoned by her husband, asked the Lord to give Pastor Mary Pat a word for her. Pastor Mary Pat, led by the Spirit, singled her out right then and told her that she wanted a word and that God wanted her to know that what she was hearing from Him … Continue reading
Pastor Bill and Pastor Mary Pat preached and then both began prophetically singing over the 20 people that were gathered for our second house meeting. Words of knowledge and prophetic words were accurately shared with many. A man with a heart problem felt heat on his face and began to drip in sweat because the … Continue reading
A lady was brought in a wheelchair the first morning of ministry who had a stroke a year prior. She was unable to walk more than a few steps with help, unable to speak clearly, and was confined to her house during that time. Through prayer, she felt heat in her legs and was able … Continue reading
Being our first time in Indonesia, we are so excited to see what God has planned for us. We are looking forward to establishing new relationships as we anticipate the Lord’s extravagant love being released throughout our stay. The people are so warm and gracious here in Jakarta. Pastor Bill and Pastor Mary Pat shared … Continue reading
Our team loaded the bus to head to a village named Sengere where we would be presenting the gospel through a crusade. As we got near to our destination, thick clouds began to form and soon heavy rain was pouring down. Our team rose up in prayer to see God part the skies for our … Continue reading
Nima, a Muslim community in Accra, was one of my favorite places to visit for ministry. In this section of the city the houses are packed together separated by narrow winding alleys running with sewage. There are mosques every few blocks and it seems like somewhere there is always a call to prayer going out. … Continue reading
As I was leaving the crusade site after the second night, a young girl brought her brother up to me and explained that he wanted to accept Christ as his savior but stated he was too shy to come up during the invitation. I offered to walk with him a bit and I explained God’s … Continue reading
At the first crusade, I had an opportunity to meet Joe. Drew and I were standing amongst the crowd and I noticed a boy who was standing nearby. I motioned for him to come and I gave him a hug. You could tell that this was not something that he received on a regular basis. … Continue reading
We have always enjoyed seeing God pour out His Spirit to large groups of people through crusades, so we were very excited to have one in Sawla for two nights near the end of our time in northern Ghana. With all the preparations of acquiring lights, renting a sound system, building a large stage, mass … Continue reading
While going through a village to invite people to come to our crusade, God brought my attention to a specific lady. I invited her to come to the crusade. Later that night I found her amongst the crowd and she said she had severe ear pains. I put my hands on her ears and started … Continue reading
While in Mona, a small village near Sawla, I met Daniel, a blind young man sitting outside a small hut. The FMI team was about to begin and we were sent out to invite the locals. I saw him sitting and Darlene and I took him by his hand and he willingly came. After the … Continue reading
Following our Kingdom Bible School on Wednesday, our team drove to a very small town square that consisted of no more than a tree, a well pump and a few wooden benches. We quickly called the villagers to come by, crying out, “wa-dien,” which means, “come, drama!” Sixty or seventy came despite the rain. The … Continue reading
At our first Sawla outreach I met a very sad boy of about 15 years old named Isaac. My sense was to just hug him. My heart started to feel great compassion for him. I talked to him some, but didn’t have too much time to tell him about Jesus. After we performed our main … Continue reading
During our first morning in Sawla, our team was able to meet split up into our SEALS groups, which are small group ministry teams. We left our compound and began walking through the trails, praying that the Lord would lead us to the people He desired for us to meet with. As we stopped at … Continue reading
Though FMI has been to Ghana many times, God is doing something new in the northern region. In 2004, a Muslim chief gave us land in Sawla. We now have 10 acres, and for the first time we are holding meetings for pastors and leaders from various Life Christian Center branches throughout Ghana. The students … Continue reading
We returned back to Sengere for a Sunday morning service and held a small crusade for the church members and villagers. When we preached the Gospel and transitioned into praying for healing, I had the opportunity to pray for a woman with leg pain. After soaking this woman in prayer she indicated that the pain … Continue reading
Excitement and anticipation filled the air as our team loaded the bus to begin our first night of village outreach. We had piled into our bus, and began fervently praying as the rain was beating down and the winds blew. We knew that God had a specific plan for His people on this night, and … Continue reading
We ministered in a village called Nyange, where our team had not been since 2004. It is home to Belari, a “JuJu” man who had power over most people in the village & who was known throughout Ghana for his witchcraft. After we did some dramas, Pastor Mary Pat was preaching very powerfully and almost … Continue reading
Five years ago FMI visited Nyange, a village in Northern Ghana that is known throughout Ghana and the surrounding countries as a hub for Juju. Many people have suffered under this form of witchcraft, and have lived in bondage apart from the Lord. When we were there in 2004, we saw many people give their … Continue reading
Power in Senjaret! Excitement and anticipation filled the air as our team loaded the bus to begin our first night of village outreach. We had piled into our bus, and began fervently praying as the rain was beating down and the winds blew. We knew that God had a specific plan for His people on … Continue reading
Our team of 15 are heading out to the airport in mere moments, expecting a trip filled with miracles, God’s amazing provision, and the Father’s heart of love exploding throughout Ghana. Thank you for your prayers and loving support.
(Southeast Asia) Our last day at the home was teary eyed for many. It’s hard to say goodbye to those you love. We know that the Lord has knitted our hearts together with these amazing children and their leader for the future and praise Him for the privilege of being able to connect in heart … Continue reading
The kids at the home have limited opportunities for recreation outside of the homes. A yearly “fun day” is typically provided as resources allow. Our team provided this fun day at a local park, complete with a couple of water slides and small pool. We loved seeing these young people enjoy their day full of … Continue reading
(Southeast Asia) Intending just to greet the people and introduce the team for the Sunday evening service at our main contact’s father’s church, Pastor Mary Pat sensed that the Lord was present to heal and healing anointing was released as she prayed. Eight people raised their hands to testify that they had been healed of … Continue reading
Deanne, Troy, Amy, and Andy overviewed the parable of the wedding feast in Luke 14 as they involved the children in the acting out of this account, encouraging them to see themselves as sons and daughters of the King. The children loved it. Pastor Mary Pat taught them about the wedding feast in Revelation 19 … Continue reading
(Southeast Asia) During an afternoon spent with the young ladies at one of the homes, Pastor Mary Pat felt led to pray corporately for anyone who needed healing in their physical body and many were healed. Pastor Bill also was used to bring healing to the children as He sang the Father’s heart and healing … Continue reading
(Southeast Asia) The apostolic ministry we are working with in Southeast Asia functions as the covering for many different types of ministry, such as rescuing children from prostitution and slave labor through their children’s homes, planting churches among unreached people groups, hosting conferences and gospel crusades, discipling opportunities, ministering in slums, operating low-cost schools for … Continue reading
(Southeast Asia) Our contact here has a rich spiritual heritage from his family and we were privileged to spend some time with them. Pastor Mary Pat was prompted to pray for his father, Pastor J, who had been suffering from asthma for several years. After prayer he was able to breathe easier. His mother had … Continue reading
(Rajahmundry) Emmanuel Church Ministries, led by Pastor T. Devadanam and his wife Suneetha, hosts thirty area pastors each month for 2-3 days of teaching, prayer, and encouragement. In some cases, these pastors have travelled several hours to participate in the training. We were able to visit several of their village churches prior to the conference. … Continue reading
(Rajahmundry) Frontline Minstries International helped establish a children’s home in Rajahmundry with Emmanuel Church Ministries. Eleven children from different area villages, on recommendation of local pastors, are now being cared for in this home. We purchased beds and mattresses, toiletries, dishes, cooking supplies, and other basic necessities. More information about this work of the Kingdom … Continue reading
Srinu, our Hindu driver, saw many miracles in his week with us and heard specific testimony about the deaf/mute woman healed in Chillakallu (see previous post). During a quick visit to a phone shop, Srinu brought a deaf man to Pastor Mary Pat and Troy, indicating that he needed healing. As we prayed the man’s … Continue reading
(Rajahmundry) Imagine the sun is beating down on you as you are lying in the street, hoping that someone will give you a couple of rupees. Even though the shops and restaurants are a few feet away, you are not permitted to enter because of the sores on your legs and your missing fingers and … Continue reading
One hundred children joined us for a children’s outreach at Emmanuel Church Ministries. The team, with our puppet friends, taught them about salvation, forgiveness, and ‘soaking’ – entering into the Lord’s presence. Our team spoke and sang words of life and affirmation over them as they rested before the Lord. Every child felt the peace … Continue reading
(Rajahmundry) At this small church people packed into the building with many more crowding outside. After the message there was a corporate prayer for salvation and many prayed to give their lives to Jesus. Pastor Mary Pat had a word of knowledge that God wanted to heal eye problems – eight people testified to receiving … Continue reading
(Rajahmundry) Despite being in a very strong Hindu area, Pastor Rao has remained on fire and filled up with the Spirit. Weekly, this humble man of God walks 20 kilometers each way to a village to preach the Gospel. His request of our team: could you help me get a bicycle so that I can … Continue reading
(Rajahmundry) At one remote village, it seemed as though everyone was touched when Jesus came in! When Pastor Bill had a call for salvation, almost half of the villagers prayed to receive Jesus in their lives. At Pastor Mary Pat’s invitation many came forward to renounce their involvement in the dark arts, remove their fetishes, … Continue reading
(Chillakallu) Late this morning we set up the “Jesus Film for Children” in Telugu for the children at the center. As the movie ended, Troy and Deanne shared with them how much Jesus loves to come and meet with them. All the children were asked to lie down and be still before the Lord – … Continue reading
(Chillakallu) We have been excited to meet and spend time with the pastors here who work with IPCC. Overall there are 475 pastors, each overseeing 2-4 branch churches. There are 17 different areas in which they minister. For this particular conference, pastors were invited from three areas with the farthest away traveling up to six … Continue reading
Pastor Mary Pat, Amy and Deanne returned to the sewing class for another morning of ministry. Because of some challenges women in India face, Pastor Mary Pat focused heavily on the lovingkindess of Father God, sharing that He is not harsh in any way nor will He force us to do anything against our will. … Continue reading
(Chillakallu) Sunday night our hosts surprised us with a special family night and barbecue at the IPCC base in Chillakallu. This opened the door for an amazing opportunity to pray over everyone here on campus! Some received physical healing, others were obviously touched by Holy Spirit. Two men were baptized in the Holy Spirit and … Continue reading
(Chillakallu) Sunday morning we ministered the Father’s love with Pastor Phillip at a church near Chillakallu. One elderly woman who had been deaf in both ears for about a year was completely healed after prayer! Pastor Mary Pat prophesied over a young man that he would take the gospel to the nations; she also gave … Continue reading
(Chillakallu) Over 150 people crowded into an empty lot where the Jesus Film was being shown. During a pause in the middle of the movie, Pastor Bill preached the gospel and many were compelled by Holy Spirit to give their hearts to Jesus. After the movie, Pastor Mary Pat gave another opportunity for salvation and … Continue reading
(Chillakallu) IPCC offers medical clinics to needy children as a means to open doors for the gospel to come into the community. There is a full time staff doctor, Dr. Luke, at IPCC who oversees the on-campus clinic during the week and also the Saturday mobile clinics. This ministry has brought much fruit and saved … Continue reading
Saturday morning Pastor Mary Pat, Amy and Deanne returned to the sewing class to spend more time investing in the young women here on base. Since so many of these women are new believers, we spent some time talking about “soaking in God’s presence” – learning to be like a sponge and soak up God’s … Continue reading
(Chillakallu) As the sound system starts up, people begin to come from all around the village. This particular evening Pastor Bill preached and Pastor Mary Pat shared about Jesus’ healing power. For corporate prayer everyone put their hand on the place that corresponded with their sickness or disease. A blind woman wearing sunglasses and walking … Continue reading
(Chillakallu) One of the teachers from the Sewing Micro-Enterprise led us to several former students to share the gospel. In one location we prayed corporately for salvation with some muslim women and children. On the way to the second ministry site we prayed for a crippled muslim man, shared the gospel again and one of … Continue reading
During the morning ministry at the Sewing Micro Enterprise (see other post) a woman was brought to Pastor Mary Pat for prayer and several others shared that she had been completely deaf and mute since birth. When the woman first approached Pastor MP for prayer, the power of God came on her and she fell … Continue reading
On Friday morning we visited the women at the Sewing Micro-Enterprise on the IPCC base. This is an outreach for widows and women at risk to give them the skills for their own sewing businesses. For our ministry time there were students from both the on-campus branch of the school and another nearby branch. After … Continue reading
Our first night here in Chillakallu we headed out to a nearby village – we were told it was a small village, only about 15,000 people. We were planning to show the Jesus Film in Telagu, the local language, and went out beforehand to invite people to join us. With our translators we visited several … Continue reading
The last night in Chengdu, after spending the day visiting the earthquake area, we met with a group of believers led by our contacts for the day. Many believers came hungry for revival and a fresh encounter with Holy Spirit. Their worship to the Lord was beautiful and led right into teaching and ministry time. … Continue reading
On May 12th, thousands of people were affected by a devastating earthquake in China. During our time in mainland China, our team was able to visit Mianzhu, a city that was heavily affected by this disaster. As we drove into the city, we were reminded of the thousands who had lost their lives and saw … Continue reading
A “Party” with Jesus (July 12th-13th) On three separate occasions our team was able to attend “parties,” a time when Christians hold Bible Studies and worship to present the Gospel to unbelievers. After sharing in worship and drama, Pastor Bill was able to offer the Gospel message, and five students gave their lives to Jesus. … Continue reading
Our team has been greatly encouraged and blessed by the youth in Hong Kong. Whether we are meeting with them on the streets or in a church, we see an evident passion in their lives for Jesus. Many of the students we have been talking with are the only Christians in their family, and are … Continue reading
We are seeing the hand of God move more and more throughout Hong Kong. On Saturday afternoon, our team of seven had the opportunity to travel and walk throughout the busy streets of Mong Kok. As we walked, we prayed that God would move powerfully throughout the land, and would draw all people to Himself. … Continue reading
When asked if we would like to meet a local ministry who would be doing outreach in Mong Kok, we simply agreed. We had no idea that when we would join them on Friday night, it would be the most powerful outreach in Hong Kong that we had ever participated in. On July 11th, our … Continue reading
Four team members were able to spend a night at a ministry site that is focused on reaching out to Muslim minorities. During this time they were able to help with painting, spend time prayer walking, and connect with young Chinese people for future contact with the ministry. On another morning, a small group of … Continue reading
Pastor Bill and Pastor Mary Pat were also invited to lead a revival conference over four nights for missionaries and other Christian leaders from 30+ countries. Each night the manifest Presence of the Lord exponentially increased with intense demonstrations of Holy Spirit’s power. As the release of the glory grew stronger, many experienced visions and … Continue reading
Pastor Bill and Pastor Mary Pat Gokee had been invited to lead a conference over four mornings for Chinese leaders and other believers. Some had traveled 1,400 miles for these meetings. During this conference, the believers received encouragement and inner healing, learning more about the Father’s heart of love and affection for them. Many tears … Continue reading
Our team also had the opportunity to connect with a ministry which is reaching out to the females trapped in China’s brothels. Throughout the world there are women, young girls, and children who are coerced into the sex trade and trafficking. One specific tactic, among many, is to tell the women they can find good … Continue reading
The van continued to drive around the beautiful mountains as we were riding on our way to a Christian youth camp. It was Tuesday night, and we had been offered an opportunity to worship and share with a group of Chinese youth. Excitement filled the air as we arrived, and we were looking forward to … Continue reading
Our team has had the opportunity to spend two days in downtown Hong Kong, praying over the land and evangelizing on the streets. Today, we were able to split into two SEALS groups (small ministry teams) and walk throughout the town of Mong Kok. As we were praying, we asked the Lord to show us … Continue reading
The mainland team set out from Hong Kong on July 6th for the 24 hour train ride to Kunming. We would return from Chengdu, a 34 hour trip, on July 16th. We had decided to take the train both to and from mainland China, knowing that this would provide many opportunities to share the Gospel … Continue reading
During a time of worship at a House of Prayer in Hong Kong, a woman asked for prayer for physical healing of pain in her shoulder, knee, and back. One of her legs was shorter than the other, causing much discomfort and pain. Mike McRae was able to pray with her, and after the prayer … Continue reading
Neon signs and lights lit our way as we walked down the crowded streets of Hong Kong on Friday night. We were on our way to visit a 24 hour House of Prayer, and were excited to see how God would move that evening. As we spoke with some of the leaders, we began talking … Continue reading
We are so excited to be in Hong Kong! Our days have been filled with excitement and adventure from the moment we left the U.S.A. God has been so good to us, and we know He is behind everything that is happening here. During our first full day in country, our team of 14 had … Continue reading
Well our team of 14 people made it safe and sound to China a couple days ago. It is so nice to be back seeing the magnificent city of Hong Kong with its splendor of seemingly endless miles of high risers and bright lights overwhelming the city at night. Yesterday, we went to the headquarters … Continue reading
Before a crusade, we were able to intercede for what God was doing in that area. As we were praying, we saw a rainbow in the sky. Dani and Andy were able to go to different houses inviting people to come to the crusade that night, while the group was back at our tents praying. … Continue reading
Many Mozambicans came the first night as we set up our sound system and lights, preparing for a time of music, singing, dancing, dramas, and preaching in Port Herique. When the Gospel was presented, nearly 50 people responded by raising their hands and praying to give their lives to Jesus. It was awesome to see … Continue reading
I was preaching healing this night and I called different people out of the crowd to come forward and receive prayer. I believed very strongly the words of Jesus when He spoke to the disciples, saying that we would do greater works than Him because He was going to the Father. As I spoke out … Continue reading
After an awesome worship service in Swaziland, I stayed after to pray for a woman on crutches who had a shriveled leg and used crutches to get from place to place. My wife Nikki and I joined to pray together for this woman, and all the pain she had in her back, neck and chest … Continue reading
As we approached the gate to the witch doctor’s house, our hearts were stirred as we felt the love and desire of God for this man and his family. Though our small group could sense the darkness that surrounded his compound, we knew deep inside that the God of Elijah would show Himself strong as … Continue reading
Our last day in Swaziland was bittersweet for not only our team, but for some of the church women as well. Amy and I had been spending time with four ladies for several hours on Sunday. We got to the end of our time together, and these women asked for prayer before we left. Amy … Continue reading
Nearly every church leader and pastor that we worked with in Swaziland told us one thing-witchcraft was very strong in this area. Though it was certain that the enemy had claimed territory in this land, we were even more sure that our God loved these people immensely and wanted to bring salvation, healing, and deliverance. … Continue reading
Andy, Darlene and I were walking along the dirt paths in Swaziland when we decided to stop at a woman’s hut. She was sitting outside on a mat, and immediately stood up to invite us in her house as she saw us approaching. We felt the Lord’s compassion stirring on the inside as we saw … Continue reading
The team had a great time in Mozambqiue last week; preaching salvation, praying for healing, and loving on the beautiful children at the Machava children’s center. On Wednesday, Pastor Jose and the team headed to Swaziland, where they will be ministering alongside the leaders of the first Iris Ministries “Community in Harvest” church plant in … Continue reading
There is never a dull moment in Mozambique, Africa! Today, Pastor Mary Pat and Amy were walking the grounds at the children´s center in Machava, and encountered a woman who had suffered a right sided stroke. Though she was able to walk, she suffered from some paralysis in her right arm. As they spoke with … Continue reading
Tonight our team is gearing up to attend Som do Ceu (Sound of Heaven), an outreach started by Jessie and Raquel. Jessie and Raquel are missionaries from Brazil, who live at the Iris Center in Machava. Jessie began this outreach with a desire to see local churches and youth throughout the area gather for a … Continue reading
Our team was excited as we piled in the back of a truck and bumbled down the Mozambican dirt roads towards Chihango. We were holding an outreach for two nights in a village where one of the first Iris Ministries churches had been planted in the late 1990´s, and we were praying that God would … Continue reading
As we stepped out of our truck on Sunday morning, we heard many children singing and praising the Lord in the Iris Ministries children center in Zimpeto. As we walked inside, we saw banners raised throughout the church that reflected their heart of worship for the Lord. It was such a joy to see these … Continue reading
The sun shined brightly above us as we arrived in Mozambique on Wedenesday morning. Our team has been extremely blessed to stay at another Iris Ministries children´s center in Machava. Based an hour outside of downtown Maputo, this center is very peaceful and full of joy. There are about one hundred children who live in … Continue reading
The team arrived safely to Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, and is staying at a smaller children’s center in Machava. They will be doing crusades and outreaches in the surrounding area during the next couple of days, and are planning to head to Swaziland on Tuesday. Everyone is doing well, and excited to get into … Continue reading
During our first night in Mozambqiue, there was a torrential downpour all night long. Grateful to be inside good lodging, we had not realized that it had not rained in this area of Mozambique for three to four months, being a prophetic sign of God’s outpouring throughout this land.
On Saturday, we took some time to invite people on both sides of the favella to our final church service on Sunday evening. During that time, we also invited several of the teenage girls from the discipleship group to go with us to Casa de Jesus’ Saturday night service at the main branch in the … Continue reading
Friday was a national holiday in Brazil, the Dia das Criancas, or “Day of the Children.” It is a big deal here, as schools are closed and most people get off of work. Pastor Dirceu and his wife Jeanine wanted to bless the children with a hot meal, so they and others from Casa de … Continue reading
On Thursday evening, we decided to do things a little differently. We all went over to the soup kitchen, in order to reach the people who live in the surrounding houses. We took our sound equipment, and the worship team set up in the soup kitchen and projected praise and worship over the community for … Continue reading
During our time in Brazil, some of the leadership of FMI had the opportunity to attend a business conference in Sao Paulo hosted by Abrades, an organization whose mission is to invest in business projects that bring financial return to the organization which can, in turn, be used to bless ministries and social projects in … Continue reading
On Wednesday morning, the team had a great time of worship and prayer together, then went out to minister to the people in the afternoon. We also spent some time prayer walking through the area around the church where we are staying. That evening, at 7:00PM, the doors were opened once again for the children. … Continue reading
On Tuesday we again went visiting house to house, offering prayer and encouragement to whoever we could find. We also invited children and adults to come to the church again at 7:00PM. As we opened the doors that evening, the children started to appear from both directions. On this night, we gave the children their … Continue reading
Over the past two weeks, our team has been increasingly encouraged by the changes we have witnessed in the Heliopolis community, especially in the demeanor of the children. Some of the adults here have even remarked how different the children are when our team comes as well as after we leave – especially that the … Continue reading
Sunday morning was another powerful time in God’s presence at Casa de Jesus. Troy and Dylan preached a powerful message about Gideon, Noah, and standing on the promises of God, both individually and for the church as a whole. Jean Andrews, a key speaker at the business conference being hosted this week, was also in … Continue reading
In the evening, the team and a handful of young adults from Heliopolis piled into a bus and headed to Pastor Dirceu’s church, Casa de Jesus, for their Saturday worship service. It was exciting to greet our old friends and reconnect. After enjoying an anointed time of worship, each of the team members shared a … Continue reading
Our trip has been full of miracles so far! We are very excited to be here in Heliopolis, living among the people we love so much. Nine members of the team arrived on Tuesday, and we immediately starting renewing relationships that were formed in the last two years. Our team has been able to spend … Continue reading
On Friday, we had a wonderful time of prayer in the morning, pressing in to intercession with the Lord. After sharing communion together and worshipping for some time, we headed to the houses where we went up and down the rows, inviting people to come to the teaching time we are offering at 7 pm. … Continue reading
Once again, the team split up into two SEALS groups and walked up and down the rows of the tiny homes, praying for the Lord to lead us to people who desperately needed a touch from Him. One SEALS group stopped to talk to a young lady who was shyly peeking out her window. She … Continue reading
On Thursday, we had a good time of corporate prayer in the morning. In the afternoon, our SEALS groups split up to cover the two sides of the favella. One group headed back toward the soup kitchen and spent more time visiting from house to house. We ran into many old friends, including one woman … Continue reading
Wednesday, we headed to the area where Iris Ministries serves the community by daily providing hearty soup for whoever is in need. (We are eating our lunches there as well while living here!) Peter and Deanne helped ladle out the soup, and Peter’s voice was useful to call the people in! We split into two … Continue reading
We arrived in the quiet village of Bilene and began to prepare for our last crusade in Mozambique for the summer. As we set up our sound system and lights, our Mozambican friend Jimmy began to play on the keyboard to bring in people from the village and draw them into praise and worship. After … Continue reading
Our team held a two night crusade in Chokwe, utilizing drama, dance, and puppets in our ministry times. Pastor Jose led a dance competition for the Mozambicans, and many enjoyed this as an expression of worship to God and fellowship with one another. Over the two nights, many people came forward to receive salvation. It … Continue reading
Smiles covered the faces of the children in Chokwe as they spent the day around our campsite, playing games and singing songs with many of the team members. These children live in absolute poverty, and can often be seen playing in the trash that covers much of Chokwe’s fields. Pastor Jose explained that many of … Continue reading
Our team was able to return to Samora this year to hold a two night crusade in this village. Though the area is extremely beautiful-with palm trees scattered throughout the land, a clear river in sight, and stars covering the night sky-the people here are desperate for God’s transforming love. There were many people who … Continue reading
Our team had the privilege of joining Iris Ministries in planting a church in Chidenguele. We spent two evenings in this village, holding a crusade and seeing many people come to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior. Pastor Nico was able to meet us in this village, participating in the crusade and translating for … Continue reading
“Crusade tonight! Come to Mafiane!” Our team called out the bus windows as we drove along the dirt path into the village of Mafiane. That evening, we held a small crusade at an Iris church for the people in this village. We were able to share about worship, the Father’s love, and God’s healing power. … Continue reading
As our team drove from Chemba to Mafiane, we had a problem with one of the wheels on our trailer that left us stranded on the side of the road. Our team joined in prayer, knowing that God would provide the right people to help us get to town and repair our trailer. As we … Continue reading
On our first morning in Chemba, our team gathered for our daily communion time. As we sat in the shade of a large tree, many children and adults gathered around our team to watch us take communion and worship the Lord. The crowd continued to enlarge, and we decided to share with them about the … Continue reading
During our two days in Chemba, we were able to hold an outreach crusade on two evenings and spend an afternoon encouraging many Mozambican church leaders. On Thursday afternoon, the pastors and leaders gathered in the church to receive teaching and impartation. Pastor Jose, Pastor Mary Pat, Troy, and Carl were all able to share … Continue reading
We were encouraged to hear the testimony of Pastor Pascoal, who is the director of the Bible school here at Dondo. He was born into a Muslim family, but was sent into the city at the age of 12 to take college classes. This was during the Mozambican civil war, and college classes were open … Continue reading
On Monday night (July 23), our team was able to travel with Pastor Jose to a village in Nhamatanda to hold a crusade. As we set up our sound system and lights, a crowd began to gather as people began to come out of their huts to see what was going on. Men, women, and … Continue reading
Our team is enjoying the Mozambican countryside, the local people, and spending time with Pastor Jose! We appreciated the time we could spend showing love to the children at Zimpeto (see update). Several of us have special relationships with a few children that we have connected with each year since 2003. They are all growing … Continue reading
Our team had the opportunity to join Pastor Jose at an interdenominational leadership conference. The conference was located at a church in Beira and had over 500 attendees, including pastors, leaders, and family members. Upon our arrival, we were able to join in worship and fellowship with our fellow believers. The hunger for God and … Continue reading
On Sunday, part of our team left to minister at the conference in Beira while Darlene, Dani, and I were asked to share at the local church service in Dondo. Before church began, a tall, thin man came over to me and began speaking in near perfect English. This man, originally from Malawi, was attending … Continue reading
Last year we were able to minister to the children at Zimpeto by washing their feet and teaching them about the Father’s love. This year, we again had a special time in the childrens’ dorms (camaradas). The guys spent some time worshipping with the boys and praying with them individually. The ladies had a special … Continue reading
Our first few days in Mozambique have been slow in getting going, with many details to work out for the next 2 1/2 weeks and many things to tend to before leaving in Maputo. As such, we have been enjoying our time at Iris’ Zimpeto children’s centre, resting a bit and preparing our hearts for … Continue reading
Last night in a Doblo Gono a young boy named Stephen came forward to pray so he could be free of fear. It turns out that his father was a fetish priest (witch doctor) and he has only seen him once. His mother left in the village with his grandmother…he is 18 years old. I … Continue reading
A 9-year old boy named Immanuel walked up to me during a prayer time in Doblogono and showed me his hand. It was already dark out, so it was difficult to see what was wrong, but I could feel that his hand was not where it was supposed to be. When I took him to … Continue reading
For about 30 minutes, I’d been teaching the Gospel to several children, many of them were Muslim. After many questions concerning the Koran and the Bible I prayed that the Lord would reveal Himself to all these children and that they would seek the real truth. I then realized that perhaps a few of them … Continue reading
During our time in Nima, Pastor Mary Pat and Carl were able to pray outside of the main mosque for a Muslim woman who was blind in one eye. Her eye was completely white, and she was unable to see anything from it. After they prayed for her, she was able to see flashes of … Continue reading
On Friday our team had the opportunity to spend time in Nima, a Muslim community in Ghana. As we were getting together to meet for lunch, a woman called out to us from her shop. Though she was Muslim, she wanted us to pray for her as she wasn’t able to see well. So Donna, … Continue reading
I prayed with a lady on Thursday night that had some back pain. She was also slightly bent over and limped. So I prayed with her and after I prayed she said that I back pain had left. Also she did not have much of a limp anymore and her back was straighter than it … Continue reading
During our prayer walk, we offered to pray for healing for those who needed it. Rachel, Donna, and I led a woman named Celestina into a pray of healing. Her hips, back, and leg were “paining her” especially in thee morning, when she is usually unable to walk. After praying we asked if she felt … Continue reading
Nikki, Monica and I (Andy) were walking in Amasaman and we noticed a woman who appeared to be skin and bones. She was lying on a kind of wooden recliner chair. She and her family sold charcoal. She looked rather sickly, and as we talked to her, she shared that she had malaria and that … Continue reading
Late in the evening the team arrived in the village. After a brief skit and message from Pastor Bill 103 people prayed for salvation. After this many came forward for healing prayer for blind eyes. Pastor Mary Pat received a strong word of knowledge that the blindness had something to do with the river and … Continue reading
Several members of the team visited an all men’s prison. There were a total of 169 men in this prison. Of the two jail cells that we could see there were 50 men in one cell and 60 in the other. The cells were only a space of approx 20 x 30. After the team … Continue reading
We had a drama ministry time at Achiaman on Monday night. We then returned on Tuesday morning to disciple the new believers. The crowd slowly gathered under a big tree. We broke into three groups- men, woman, and children, and taught them about the basics of Christianity. One of the men accepted Jesus as his … Continue reading
During the healing time at Alafia, I prayed for a lady that had head pains. I prayed for her and after the prayer she said the pain was completely gone. I also prayed for a lady that could only lift her arm halfway up. (She had pain in her shoulder). So I prayed for her … Continue reading
We had the priviledge of sharing the good news of the Gospel in a village where there is no church. When Pastor Samuel met a man from Alafia, he told him that there was no church in the village, and that there were many idols. There is a strong influence from Togo in this village. … Continue reading
Please pray for Edward…he is a spiritual herbilist (witch doctor) that we had met several years ago. He is still using his witchcraft when he “needs” to; however, it sounds like his children are mostly Christians now and do not want to have anything to do with his demonic activities (he had previously told us … Continue reading
While prayer walking and doing house to house evangelism, I stopped to talk to a muslim man named Muhammed. He was from Kumasi (another city 3 hours away). After sharing the Gospel with him, he said he was willing to give his entire life to Jesus and to leave the teachings of Muhammed. He lives … Continue reading
Achiaman is a small village near Pastor Samuel’s church. We were there on Monday the 9th and during the call for salvation I met a man named Sharif (sp). He was a muslim and said that he didn’t want Jesus. When I had a chance I went back to him and talked with him again. … Continue reading
Catholic Guest House Novrongo Patricia was healed of abdominal pain. Amy and Danni were led outside the guest house to Tiadora and Victoria’s house. Tiadora was healed of abdominal pain and headache and Victoria was healed of a headache. Pastor Mary Pat led our driver Isaac’s Muslim sister to the Lord in the market. Jesus … Continue reading
Pungu Assemblies of God One woman declared healing from arthritis. A man was delivered from demons with dramatic manifestations that all bowed to Jesus.
The group of ten who stayed in the south divided into two groups for church services. Andy, Nikki, Darlene, Jaimie, and Dean were taken to Abensu, where Pastor Dan leads the Life Christian Centre branch. They taught Sunday school, and Darlene and Jaimie taught the children separately. Worship was lively with singing and dancing and … Continue reading
While taking a walk in the “downtown” part of Navrongo, Mary Pat, Amy, and Dani stopped to pray for an elderly beggar who was sitting beside the busy road. Caga had been completely blind in her left eye for 20 years, not even being able to see light. After several minutes of prayer, she began … Continue reading
A young girl about 15 years old came up to us in the growing crowd alongside the road in Navrongo while we were praying for others, asking for us to pray for her blind eye which had no eyeball in the socket. Amy and Phil began praying for her, getting no results for quite some … Continue reading
Gideon, a 3-4 year old boy unable to speak or hear, was brought forward at the conclusion of a revival service in Vonania for prayer. The climate of the service was stirred up for healing, with many testimonies being given and the Gospel message of God’s heart for healing being preached powerfully. After laying on … Continue reading
Twelve men came forward to receive the Lord today as Troy and Nikki shared the Gospel along a busy street in Adabraka. Afterwards, multiple people came forward for healing from epilepsy, diabetes, lameness, and malaria. Prayer was offered and Jesus touched them. We are hoping to see them tomorrow after they have checked their sugar levels and see … Continue reading
Chaana The team led a church workers conference in Chaana. After prayer the woman worship leader was able to move her arm around and two people claimed that there chest pain was gone! Another wave of healing came through praying and seeing God realign six to ten hips. Acuse, a lady whose back was bent … Continue reading
We spent the afternoon going house to house in Adabrakah. Our group followed up on a family we had prayed for earlier in the trip. The 5 year-old daughter, Perpetua, had been hit by a car in December. She had suffered brain damage, and couldn’t speak, hold up her head, or control her hand movements. … Continue reading
Donna and I prayed for a man after the drama in Adabrakah who had diabetes. He had lost vision in his left eye due to the diabetes, and had a lot of trouble seeing out of it. After we got done praying we told him to go to the doctor and get tested. He said … Continue reading
After performing dramas and preaching Jesus in Adabraka, we watched as almost everyone in the listening crowd came forward to give their lives to Jesus. After the prayer, several people demonstrated healing. One man came forward because of severe pains in his head and right foot. Both were healed instantly, and he showed us by … Continue reading
During a ministry teaching time, I had a vision of Emanel laying in a desert lifeless. Then a waterfall fell from the sky onto him. Moments later, he was praying in the Spirit as Andy led him in prayer. -Dani
Nikki & I prayed for 12 children to be saved and then we taught simply about hearing from God through words or pictures. We had them pray over each other and layed hands on them to impart. One boy said he saw a picture of a man holding a rod over a river and it … Continue reading
Ibrahim (Abraham), Jonas, and Yakubu Alhaji each took a bold step of receiving Jesus into their hearts, turning from their family’s Muslim roots to follow the living God. During the invitation for salvation, I saw a young man sitting in front of his house listening to the message. His name is Ibrahim and he wanted … Continue reading
As the invitation for salvation was given I walked up to a lady and asked her if she would like to receive Jesus, and she told me that she has asked Jesus in her heart but she wanted prayer for her legs as she was not able to walk well. When the invitation was given … Continue reading
At a ministry site in Amasaman just after we had a call for anyone who needed healing, I came across a young girl who said she was a Christian. However, later on I found out that she was Muslim. I began to share the Truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and about the lie … Continue reading
At the invitation to receive healing, a girl wanted prayer for her hand. Abigail contracted a beruly ulcer three years ago that had completely deformed her hand, making it almost completely inoperative and limiting the range of motion in her forearm. Several of us surrounded her to continue praying for God to work a miracle … Continue reading
As the crowds began to dwindle after an evening of ministry in Amasaman, a woman approached me to ask for prayer for pains in her stomach. She had felt pain throughout her abdomen for two days, and believed that Jesus could heal her. We joined hands, praying that God would take all her pain and … Continue reading
In 2001, we prayed for Kate, a woman in her 30′s who has been unable to walk unassisted all her life and stopped walking entirely in her teenage years. She was brought to us during a crusade meeting and, after receiving much prayer, stood up and walked. She again demonstrated her new ability the next … Continue reading
Toward the end of the ministry time at a drama site in Amasaman, a call was given for the sick to come forward to receive prayer for healing. A few minutes later, Samson, a 23-year old young man approached me and through a translator indicated a desire for healing of severe back pain. He said … Continue reading
We had a great time in Togo. We arrived safely on Tuesday night, after a 10 hour bus ride. We stayed in a Togo “hotel,” which was fine for our needs. We spent the first two mornings practicing drama, and team worship. We would then go out in the afternoon to minister on the streets … Continue reading
Abel (16 years old) and Constant (25 years old) are cousins and work at their family’s “hotel” that we stayed at in Togo. I met them the day after we arrived and was unable to really talk with them much until the night before we left. After reading through some scriptures on the Holy Spirit … Continue reading
On Saturday evening, our SEALS (ministry) group was teaching a group of children at Pastor Richard’s church in Togo. As we were sharing about the healing power of God, a woman approached me and asked if she could speak with me. She told me that the night before she had received prayer for healing from … Continue reading
A woman named Malinda came to the drama and asked Jesus into her heart. She testified to me that she was all done with going to fetish priests (voodoo/witch doctor) and she was finished with everything regarding fetishes. She said she was giving her whole life to Jesus. She was VERY ecstatic. -Dani
I prayed for a young girl who said she had hip pain. Once I prayed, she said the pain was gone & to verify she ran and smiled as she ran, saying the pain was gone. -Dani
I got to pray for 3 ladies…. one lady had stomach pain from her pregnancy and leg pain. Another had head pain and another had head and stomach pain. After I prayed for them (I didn’t have a translator) but they indicated it felt much better. ~Monica
During our last night of ministry in Togo, Andy and I prayed for a man to be healed of epilepsy. After the prayer, we asked through an interpreter if he had felt anything during the prayer. He answered that when we started to pray, he started to get an intense headache, which was what normally … Continue reading
Many salvations at the drama sight and healings at the church were evident tonight. After separating the many people and children at the church into three groups, we divided ourselves into our SEALS groups and discipled the people for over half an hour. They loved the teaching. We spent at least half an hour before … Continue reading
Nikki and I prayed for a man who had Malaria. At the time he could feel the symtoms, having pain in his head and stomach. After the first time we prayed, we stopped and asked him if he felt any different. He replied, “no”, but during the second time we prayed he looked at both … Continue reading
We were ministering at the evening church meeting, and as we praying en mass over an entire group of people, I recieved a word of knowledge about some having some pain in their right foot and ankle. I asked the translator to ask the group who it was…and to my surprise it was the woman … Continue reading
I prayed for a lady who was deaf in her right ear. After praying for several minutes I laid my hand over her left ear while the interpreter spoke in her right ear…. she was able to hear completely out of the ear I prayed for! ~Amy
While waiting for the full team to come to the bus after our drama presentation and prayers for salvations, Dani spotted a woman named Gladys in front of a shop. She had leg braces on both legs and two crutches to help her walk. We knew she needed prayer so Troy asked her if she … Continue reading
After doing some street evangelism, we went to Life Christian Centre’s Togo branch church location for an evening service for their church members as well as people we had been ministering to throughout the afternoon at the drama site. We did a few dramas and preached the Gospel very straight, giving an invitation afterwards to … Continue reading
Toward the end of the ministry time in Amasaman three different men approached me at different times asking for Jesus. Each man said to me I want to receive Jesus. I asked if they had seen our drama or heard the message. Each man’s reply was that they had not but that they wanted Jesus. … Continue reading
Toward the end of the ministry time in Adabraca different men approached me at different times. Each man said to me I want to receive Jesus. I asked if they had seen our drama or heard the message. Both men’s reply was that they had not but that they wanted Jesus. I quickly explained the … Continue reading
After the acceptance prayer, we had a time for prayer for anyone who wanted prayers for healing. That went on for probably half an hour or so. I was able to pray for two women in that time–both healed!!!! The first lady was an elderly lady who was walking with a limp. I saw her on the fringe … Continue reading
After the drama I talked to a man. He was having very bad stomach pains since he was young. I asked if he knew Jesus and he wasn’t sure so I told him about all Jesus. He prayed and received Jesus in his heart. After that I prayed for his stomach and the Lord healed … Continue reading
Angie, Nikki, and I prayed with a girl named Felicia to accept Jesus. She said that she told God she would accept him one day– today was that day!!!! So she got saved! And we also prayed for her mom…. she is a Christian. She had diabetes and we prayed for her to be healed. … Continue reading
After applying for our Togo Visas, the team split up into SEALS groups and continued our street outreach around the Adabrakah church. Today, one team member was able to pray with a young man who had been involved with a church, but who had never actually prayed to receive the Lord. The young man knelt on … Continue reading
One awesome thing happened last night at our drama site. There was a 20 year-old man named Vincent who was passing by and decided to watch our drama. When Pastor Bill was calling them to respond to give Jesus their whole life, I could see on his face the battle waging in his heart. It was so clear. I … Continue reading
We will be spending the week sowing into the Life Christian Centre branch located in Adabrakah, where Pastor Francis (Pastor Samuel’s younger brother) is leading the congregation. On Thursday, we spent the afternoon walking around the area in SEALS groups, inviting people to the church service on Sunday and ministering as the Lord opened up … Continue reading
We have arrived and all of our luggage made it (ok so it took an extra day for 2 pieces, but that is pretty good)! We are going to be ministering in Adabraka where Pastor Samuel has a church today. I had the chance to share the Gospel with a bus of Ghanians on the … Continue reading
God is moving in Ghana- in all areas. Many of the roads have had major improvements, and there is a lot of construction and new buildings. We went to register at the American Embassy, only to be told that they had moved locations the week before. The new building is many times larger than the … Continue reading
Thursday night, Pastor Mary Pat was praying for a miracle concerning Dani’s passport. She asked if there was anything I could do to help since I happen to work for FedEx. I agreed to help and even though I was missing the final Cleveland CAVS game! As I was checking into things, I started to … Continue reading
The team arrived in Dondo Friday night and we were happy to settle into our respective girls and guys “quarters” which included showers and comfy beds. Saturday morning we were told that we would be leading a meeting of pastors and youth from the Arco-Iris ministry school. Not quite knowing what to expect, we prepared … Continue reading
We started our time off with a few days at the Zimpeto Children’s Center. We stayed there through Monday morning, and had a wonderful time reconnecting wtih children we knew from past visits, as well as showing love to all the new faces. We were able to minister to many adults as well, as we … Continue reading
-July 24 The stars shined brightly above us as we stepped off the bus into Samora, a beautiful African village. Men, women, and children gathered around as we set up our sound equipment and lights in preparation for the evening’s service. As the African church members began to sing in their native language, our team … Continue reading
Excitement and adventure filled the air as our team of thirteen prepared to begin our journey into the bush villages of Mozambique for three weeks. We will be traveling in a small bus with our dear friend and brother, Pastor Jose’, a mighty man of God who is a leader of Iris Ministries in Mozambique. … Continue reading
Friday, June 16, our team visited Ipiranga, approximately 15 minutes from the church in Heliopolis. Ipiranga is the grounds where a palace for the former emperor was built. Unfortunately, the emperor passed away before he was able to live in this mansion. It has since been turned into a museum and it is a very … Continue reading
Gerson, who is 18 years old, works for the local gang as one of their sentinels (guard of drug trafficking). Our team had been greeting him daily while walking by him and inviting him to come to various outreaches. Troy was able to establish a quick friendship with him which led to Gerson coming to … Continue reading
Pastor Dirceu has spent much time teaching our team things that the Lord has revealed to him. He had a vision in 2002 of a blue wave and brown wave dancing. The blue wave represents the Living Water. The brown wave represents those who are thirsty for the Living Water. In his vision, the blue … Continue reading
Last time we shared with you how God was taking the new believers here deeper through the teaching of the Word and through prayer and impartation. This has continued every night possible. We have also started doing night outreaches before the discipling time. The night outreaches have focused on targeting real life issues of favella … Continue reading
Marcía, one of the women who works in the soup kitchen and cooks for our team, had been feeling discouraged. She had stopped working in the soup kitchen for several days and did not come to church. The enemy was pulling her away and using her to cause discouragement in others. She came to the … Continue reading
• Bianca, Raphaela, and Viviane (3 girls from Heliopolis) received were baptized in the Holy Spirit and began to speak in tongues. • Late this night, we were asked to pray for Cecelia, a woman in Heliopolis who was formerly involved in witchcraft and was tortured by demons. Several of our team members ministered to … Continue reading
• While out in SEALS groups, Mike & Darlene’s SEAL shared the Gospel with Josemida. Josemida said she did not have peace in her heart. After receiving Jesus she had peace in her heart. The SEAL also prayed for her husband and family. • Adieus, the son-in-law of Cecelia (see June 18), came to the … Continue reading
Many times during the day, we will set up a site and invite people to come and see drama and dance and hear a message that God has for them. We present the Good News through drama, dance, preaching, and prayer and invite all those who desire to come into relationship with God through remission … Continue reading
One of the nights we were teaching the Bible, one group of adult women were learning about the difference between religion and true relationship with God. After the Word was given, one woman confessed that she really didn’t know God intimately nor had she ever committed her life to Christ. She had merely gone to … Continue reading
• Two men from the universal church prayed to receive Jesus and one man from the catholic church prayed for salvation and for freedom from addiction to alcohol during our discipling time. • A 15 year-old boy and 2 younger girls prayed for salvation in the other group during our discipling time.
Tuesday, June 13, was Brazil’s world cup game against Croatia. It is a national holiday and people were off work. We wanted to use that opportunity to preach the Gospel when everybody was home. So our team went to two different sites close to our house. The first site was in the middle of a … Continue reading
One of the privileges of living here is that we have been able to start understanding the complex web of relationships that influence daily life for these people. As a result, we are seeing God begin to transform entire families through demonstrated love and the Word of God. Two sisters, Rita (nicknamed Nona) and Juliana … Continue reading
• At the church, Ingreja Baptista de Povo, Beth prayed for a woman with back pain and another woman with neck pain. The pain left both of these women immediately. • Beth also prayed for a woman at this church with asthma. The woman said she felt electricity in her nose and said she was … Continue reading
Our team arrived on June 3rd and settled into our new home in Heliopolis. That afternoon a young woman came to our house crying. Her baby boy Miguel had very poor eyesight (point 8 prescription eyeglasses). She had been told by the doctors that his sight would progressively deteriorate and he eventually would become blind. … Continue reading
It is always amazing to watch God work, but even more so when we are able to see over time His strategy at work in a particular area. God’s hand at work in Heliopolis is extremely evident. As we reported last year, back in 2002 missionary and co-founder of Iris Ministries, Heidi Baker, visited Brazil. … Continue reading
When our team arrived at the site of the future Iris church in Heliopolis, it was evident that we had a lot of work ahead of us. The site is located on one of the main streets of the favella, at the end of a row of barrack-style houses. We looked at the warped green … Continue reading
In celebration of the opening of Casa de Jesus, a new Iris Ministries church in Heliopolis, and in an effort to introduce those from the community to this new source of spiritual life, we held a 7-hour crusade to plant this new church in the heart of the slums. We worked late into the evening … Continue reading
The day started like most others: We traveled to Heliopolis for an exciting day of ministry throughout the favella. The previous weeks were in preparation for a Crusade at the Samba School, a place where people are trained as dancers for the Brazilian carnival, a festival notorious for its sensuality. Half the team went ahead … Continue reading
Rachael Chalwe and Priscilla (an anointed Brazilian friend) shared a song in Portuguese and English during the evening service at Community of Grace. During worship, the Lord spoke to her heart that this is how it is going to be in heaven, as there will be people of every different nation and tongue praising and … Continue reading
Our team traveled Sunday morning to Braganca Polista in order to minister at Community of Grace, where Marcus and Amelia pastor a contemporary church filled with eager people and many young adults. Mary Pat opened with prayer, inviting the Holy Spirit to come, believing God was ready to demonstrate His heart and healing virtues as … Continue reading
On Saturday evening we left our ministry time in Heliopolis with a full bus load and headed toward Comunidade de Jesus’ evening church service. It was so amazing to see three little boys in one seat, all crowded around the window, pointing and talking about what they could see on what was quite possibly their … Continue reading
As another attempt to personally connect with people, we participated in the celebration of an unsaved family’s daughter’s birthday. Tainara, the birthday girl, and her two sisters were so excited as we packed into their tiny house, spilling out into the alley. This was a big event as over 50 people attended! This was such … Continue reading
The time our team has spent in Heliopolis, one of the largest favellas in Sao Paulo, has been full of joy and new friendships. We enjoy loading the bus to drive across the city to such a needy place where Jesus’ light shines so powerfully, as people are hungry and desperate for attention and love. … Continue reading
Our ministry in Brazil has been a result of the vision and purpose of Iris Ministries to reach the hurting and lost wherever they can be found. Iris Ministries, headed by Rolland and Heidi Baker, started their work in Mozambique by loving and caring for the street children. God has continually blessed and expanded their … Continue reading
As our team walked into the drug and rehabilitation center for men located two hours outside of Nova Friburgo, we trusted the Lord to bring needed freedom into the needy hearts. The Teen Challenge ministry was founded nineteen years ago to enable men to live set-apart lives out in the country, as the Lord brings … Continue reading
We have had an amazing time in Brazil thus far, with an abundance of opportunities coming with each new day! Blessings and favor have been abundant, both with God’s abundant provision as well as connecting us with people filled with God’s love and a common heart in expressing it abundantly. Our first week was primarily … Continue reading
At the end of the Sunday night’s service in Pastor Paul and Pastor Trinás church, the Lord gave 16 year-old Tyler a word of knowledge about an eye being healed. A girl raised her hand for prayer, and was brought to the front of the church. “My name is Rafaela, and I was just saved … Continue reading
On Sunday morning our team taught new and old believers at Pastor Paul and Pastor Trinás church. We arrived at the Partners in Harvest church and divided into our SEALS ministry groups to share from the Bible and give testimony of what God has done in our lives. Though our life experiences were very different … Continue reading
Children excitedly ran beside us towards the local gymnasium, reaching out to help us carry chairs for our community wide outreach. Our excitement and expectation for our Saturday evening event had been increasing over the past two days as we ministered throughout the community. As we spent time with the people in prayer, drama, and … Continue reading