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WINTER 20<strong>23</strong><br />

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD


The sweet smell of hay, the soft murmurings of sheep and<br />

goats eager for sleep, the rough wooden frame of a small manger.<br />

These were the humble beginnings our Savior faced upon his advent into this world.<br />

Yet through Him, all of humanity can find the hope, peace, love, and joy we so crave.<br />

What Christmas has become in our world does not always reflect that simple start. Too much,<br />

too many and too stressed is often the theme. Christ came to lighten our burden, to offer us<br />

answers and to be the guiding light which makes the way more easily seen. Returning to that<br />

focus can refill our souls and sharpen our intentions<br />

as we walk through our daily lives.<br />

Around the world, souls are searching for the same things. Something to fill the gaping hole in<br />

their spirit and remind them there is hope, there can be peace, they are loved, and in life<br />

there can be joy. Each year missionaries share that very message with people who have never<br />

heard the "good news". The "good news" which is still changing lives every day. Missionaries<br />

often give up modern day conveniences, spending time with their extended families and the<br />

safety that comes from living in the United States, in order to ensure that no people group<br />

goes without hearing the gospel story. Although you may not be able to travel around the<br />

world yourself, your prayers and support are key components to aiding that process. The<br />

Apostle Paul understood this when he wrote to the church in Corinth. 1 Corinthians 16:2a "On<br />

the first day of the week let every one of you lay in store, as God has prospered him..."<br />

What an honor to participate in the Kingdom!!<br />

At this time of year, we typically come to you to support our missionaries with a Special<br />

Christmas offering. An intentional and generous offering to encourage not only the<br />

missionaries but their families as well. Please look below to understand how to give and may<br />

God bless you and your families as you celebrate the Advent of His Son, Jesus Christ.<br />

Listed below are the various ways you can give. Thank you so much for your continued<br />

support. May God abundantly bless you and your family as you continue to serve Him.<br />

Giving Options:<br />

1. Mail your check by November 1st to: PCG World Missions,<br />

P.O. Box 211866, Bedford, TX 76095<br />

2. Scan the QR code, complete the information and enter Account #2801,<br />

complete the payment online<br />

3. Call World Missions at 817-554-5900, Janie at extension 344 or, Chrystal at extension 345<br />

Thank you again for your timely prayers and support! May God richly<br />

bless you as you celebrate this season of Nativity.<br />

Committed to the Harvest - UNTIL THE WHOLE <strong>WORLD</strong> HEARS<br />

Virgil Kincaid Global Missions Director


CONTENTS<br />

CHRISTMAS LETTER<br />

BROWN<br />

BRYANT<br />

COPP<br />

GJELOSHANI<br />

LEGALL<br />

MELTON<br />

MILLER<br />

2<br />

4<br />

6<br />

9<br />

12<br />

14<br />

15<br />

16<br />

MING<br />

MULLINS<br />

NUTT<br />

PARKMAN<br />

RANSOM<br />

WARREN<br />

MESSENGER COLLEGE<br />

NAM CHRISTMAS LETTER<br />

18<br />

19<br />

20<br />

21<br />

22<br />

24<br />

26<br />

27


Way Walker Ministries<br />

PATHWAYS<br />

October 20<strong>23</strong><br />

The most recent trip to Spain was a significant one for Way Walker Ministries. In<br />

collaboration with both the World Missions and the Global Education departments<br />

of the Pentecostal Church of God, a team of eight missionary evangelists was<br />

formed to trek 500 miles on the Camino de Santiago, ministering and sharing along<br />

the way.<br />

The Mission: To deliver the Gospel<br />

Message to seekers on the Camino<br />

de Santiago and develop pathways<br />

for ongoing discipleship.<br />

Contact us:<br />

Kent and Jody Brown<br />

PO Box 93<br />

Hammett, ID 83627<br />

e mail at:<br />

munichtomuxia@gmail.com<br />

Follow us on Facebook at:<br />

Munichtomuxia Brown<br />

By phone, text or WhatsApp at:<br />

208 598 4465<br />

Blessed are those whose strength is<br />

in you, who have set their hearts<br />

upon Pilgrimage.<br />

Psalm 84:5<br />

The team faced a couple of tremendous obstacles early in the trip. On the first day<br />

of hiking, we encountered terrible weather conditions as we crossed over the Pyrenees<br />

mountains, a challenging endeavor under the best of circumstances. Typically,<br />

with storms of this magnitude the pass is closed, but on this day the authorities<br />

kept it open. As the 15 mile walk left everyone drenched, cold and exhausted, yet<br />

uninjured and in good spirits, we were luckier than many and were happy to crawl<br />

into warm beds. Sadly, the next day Jody fell, and landing badly, broke her arm just<br />

below the shoulder. This break required ongoing medical care and treatment in<br />

Pamplona. Kent and Jody could no longer continue hiking due to the injury and the<br />

subsequent treatment, but the remaining six team members made the decision to<br />

carry on, continuing the mission along the trail to Santiago.<br />

While this could have been seen as a major setback, the Lord has instead turned it<br />

into positive opportunities. With open time between medical appointments, Kent<br />

and Jody were able to travel by bus and by train to cities further out, both on and<br />

off the trail. During these forays they met with pastors, missionaries, and ministers<br />

who are already working in Spain. They used this time to build relationships and to<br />

begin planning how we can work alongside each other in the future to share the<br />

Word of God.<br />

At the same time, the rest of the team continued in the original mission, carrying<br />

Christ’s love across Spain as they walked. We received frequent testimonies from<br />

the trail concerning MANY new friendships, of deep conversations, and of relationships<br />

formed. As a result of the team’s labors, many lives have been changed and<br />

one person made a commitment to follow Christ! Further, some of these divine appointments<br />

have opened doors of opportunity for Way Walker Ministries, allowing<br />

us to build potential connections with an existing network of Christian groups on<br />

the Camino. We were also pleased to learn that the six team members saw and experienced<br />

what we expected that they would—namely that God has prepared the<br />

hearts of many walkers to hear His Word and that this field is ripe for harvest. As<br />

one team member stated, “The people on the Camino are like low-hanging fruit….<br />

they are ripe and ready for picking.”


With all that has happened we continue to be beyond excited to see what God<br />

is doing in Spain. Testimony after testimony confirms that the Lord is building a<br />

network of evangelists along the Camino. He has called hundreds of thousands<br />

of seekers from a multitude of nations and they are ready to hear and to receive<br />

the Gospel. Further, despite the obstacles we may have encountered,<br />

God is faithful in revealing new ways for the mission to move forward.<br />

Future Goals<br />

To gain a stronger, more permanent footprint in Spain.<br />

To continue training and sending teams of evangelists.<br />

To continue seeking, finding and building upon collaborative efforts both in<br />

Spain and at home.<br />

Current Needs<br />

Travel expenses both to/from and while on the field.<br />

Updated technology to remain connected while on the field.<br />

We sincerely thank those who have chosen to support Way Walker Ministries<br />

through your prayers and financial gifts. Please prayerfully consider partnering<br />

with us as we continue to carry the Gospel to Spain and the Camino de Santiago.<br />

The Lord is opening doors to many nations and lives are being transformed<br />

with every step upon the trail.<br />

Buen Camino!<br />

Kent and Jody Brown<br />

Way Walker Ministries<br />

STEPS FOR GIVING<br />

Giving Online<br />

—Go to bit.ly/pcgworldgiving or scan the QR code<br />

—Under “FUND” choose “World Missions”<br />

—Under “SUB-FUND” select Brown, Merrill Kent/Jody 1405b<br />

—Complete online Payment<br />

Giving by Mail<br />

—Make checks payable to “PCG World Missions”<br />

—Include “Account 1405b” in the memo line<br />

—Mail to: PCG <strong>WORLD</strong> MISSIONS<br />

PO Box 211866<br />

Bedford, TX 76095<br />

Should either of these options prove problematic, PLEASE contact us by<br />

phone or email.


TEAM*BRYANT—GLOBAL<br />

October 1, 20<strong>23</strong><br />

...teaming with YOU!<br />

Gary J. Bryant, Ph.D.<br />

417-955-1713<br />

Sarah Arlene Bryant<br />

417-955-1708<br />

PO Box 818<br />

Stockton, MO 65785<br />

417-276-3666<br />

gary.jones.bryant@gmail.com<br />

sarah.arlene.bryant@gmail.com<br />

Dear Friends and Family,<br />

Greetings in Jesus’ Wonderful Name!<br />

We rejoice to share reports from Belarus, Hungary and Romania in this issue. God bless you!<br />

BELARUS<br />

Belarusian church celebrates 30th year in HARVEST!


HUNGARY<br />

Pastor Attila reported August 5, 20<strong>23</strong> on his 3-weeks VBS in Budapest:<br />

Dear Sarah and your dear husband Gary.<br />

I am letting you know that VBS is over and God has been good to us. God<br />

provided all the teachers and helpers that I needed and the money also.<br />

117 kids attended VBS this year That is even more than last summer.<br />

I involved 8 teachers including myself and I had 7 helpers.<br />

Most kids heard about Jesus's love for the first time.<br />

Also, a few kids came from Christian background.<br />

We delivered English Bibles and Christian literature.<br />

We played sports with the kids also and taught them Christian songs,<br />

prayed with them and praised the Lord together.<br />

Kids enjoyed it, learned about God and studied a little English<br />

and had a great time.<br />

May God continue to richly bless you!<br />

ROMANIA<br />

Bless the Lord for we had a wonderful summer. As autumn brings the<br />

most of the fruits in our region so was September full of events: first the<br />

Union's Yearly Conference. (Much of a surprise, more young families<br />

attended with their children, so we had to organize separate rooms for<br />

children activity.) Then I had to attend because of my position the<br />

National Pentecostal Church Council. Last Sunday I had a marathon day<br />

serving in three Churches: ordained a new deacon in Satu Mare Church, a<br />

bright young man called Robert, then having a Counsel with Margitta<br />

Church Leadership<br />

and preaching at nigh t service in Hadad. I was also mandated to attend<br />

the<br />

Congress of the Evangelical Association from Romania that took place in<br />

Cluj yesterday. The Lord is gracious and He sets everything in order that I<br />

may fill my call. God bless and protect you!<br />

Orosz Zoltan, president<br />

Union of Hungarian Pentecostal Churches in Romania


Conference speaker Földesi Tamás (below)<br />

is the recently elected president of the<br />

Pentecostal Church in Hungary<br />

ROMANIA<br />

(continued)<br />

Even though you won’t understand much, but in the Spirit you can watch our September Conference by these<br />

links: https://youtu.be/1RnjLOz2U5k?si=iou6YT2ygPFcr_-v https://youtu.be/VltETisqiFk?si=H3D2ThGqEauej47L<br />

In this season of Thanksgiving, we express our deepest gratitude for your faithful prayers and support. May<br />

the Lord bless and keep you…and give you peace!<br />

Laborers together,<br />

Gary J. and Sarah A. Bryant<br />

Online Giving: bit.ly/worldgiving<br />

PCG World Missions Account<br />

#3505 or<br />

P.O. Box 211866<br />

Bedford, TX 76095<br />

CORRECTION: AUGUST 20<strong>23</strong> <strong>WORLD</strong>, Union Vice-president Pastor Almasi Istvan’s children are Jonatan, Tamara, Emeritta, Abigel.


Doug & Phyllis Copp<br />

dpcopp67@yahoo.com Account # 4713<br />

Online giving: bit.ly/worldgiving<br />

Know therefore this day, and consider it in thine heart, that the LORD he is God in heaven above, and<br />

upon the earth beneath: there is none else. Deuteronomy 4:39<br />

ZAMBIA: Thanks to Area Supervisor Per Akvist and Bishop Charles Failosi<br />

for the wonderful pastoral training afforded to PCG Zambia. Twenty new<br />

students graduated on September 9, 20<strong>23</strong> at Ndola (Copperbelt Region).<br />

MOZAMBIQUE: In June Malawi Bishop Charles Failosi traveled to the<br />

capitol city, Maputo, for their Bible School graduation; he also attended<br />

two satellite location graduation ceremonies in Gaza Province. Bro. Charles<br />

was accompanied by Rev. Bulandane Guambe, National Secretary.<br />

SOUTH AFRICA: PCG congregations are located in the following provinces:<br />

Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Eastern Cape. A Bible<br />

College at Carletonville (Gauteng Province) has been functioning<br />

successfully for several years and has trained hundreds in the ministry.<br />

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO: (NORTH) The Hermon Congregation,<br />

Bukavu is ready to build a new 2 story church & offices. Their budget has<br />

been determined to be $20,000…according to Bishop Ayuma North/South Nablera; the<br />

congregation themselves have raised $5000.<br />

MALAWI: Jesus Worship Center (Ngabu) increased their sanctuary size<br />

by moving the offices to the rear of the church building. The children’s<br />

feeding program continues; two other congregations are also conducting a<br />

similar program. In October, the Bible school training program resumes<br />

plus graduation exercises will be held for those completing the course.<br />

ZIMBABWE: Sept. 1-3 the church held their 31 st annual conference at the<br />

Richmond Suburb church’s headquarters. (See gallery page). The contractor<br />

plumber has finished the restroom facility & septic tank work. Due to<br />

water issues, a big water tank will be purchased & installed thanks to<br />

<br />

Milam Chapel’s (Heafer, AR) generous contribution.<br />

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PRAYERFUL SUPPORT FOR ALL AFRICAN FIELDS!


Guard House Restrooms Church<br />

Above: PCG Zimbabwe Richmond & National Office. The guard house on the left is for<br />

living quarters & storage. Behind it is the restroom facility – Thanks to Milam Chapel,<br />

Heafer, AR. On the right is the church sanctuary. (The building is larger than the photo<br />

perspective). Below are two photos from the 31 st Annual Conference – September 1-3, 20<strong>23</strong><br />

Pastors & Leaders<br />

Women’s Ministry<br />

Right:<br />

Ladies who<br />

did the<br />

cooking for<br />

the<br />

Zimbabwe<br />

Conference<br />

Bishop Chas. Failosi presenting diploma to<br />

Mozambique graduate in Gaza Province – June 20<strong>23</strong><br />

Online giving: bit.ly/worldgiving<br />

Account # 4713


PCG Malawi Pastors gather<br />

at regular intervals during<br />

the year for Pastoral<br />

Training at Jesus Worship<br />

Center (JWC), Ngabu<br />

(Chikwawa District). The<br />

building above & at left<br />

was dedicated in 2012.<br />

JWC’s congregation is now<br />

over 300 souls strong!


Update from<br />

the Gjeloshanis<br />

Hello!<br />

We are Tomor and Sherry Gjeloshani. We have been blessed to serve in full time missions with Youth With<br />

A Mission for the last 20+ years, serving in Albania (where Tomor is from), Trinidad (where Sherry is from),<br />

and in Colombia, South America. Church planting, evangelism, discipleship, and community development<br />

are some of the ministries with which we have been involved. Our hearts are passionate to serve the<br />

nations and see God’s Kingdom increase wherever He leads us. In June of 2022, we moved to Texas for a<br />

new assignment with the Pentecostal Church of God. We serve as Intercultural Ministries Coordinator and<br />

Counselor and are assigned to Messenger College (MC), PCG’s Bible College. It is a privilege to be a part of<br />

the development of our future PCG ministers, pastors, and missionaries! We have daily interaction and<br />

prayer with the students at Messenger College as they yield themselves to the Lord’s service. Our heart is<br />

to mentor and disciple the students as they go through this season of learning, spiritual formation, and<br />

preparation for the ministry into which God is calling them.<br />

Additionally, we want to encourage and help direct students who feel called to missions to pursue local<br />

and international opportunities in this regard. We are constantly seeking to build missions awareness<br />

through conversations, community outreach, events, and projects. For example, we recently set up a<br />

“Missions Wall” at Messenger College learning center where each month we highlight a new country and<br />

give students the opportunity to learn about the nations and pray for them. Furthermore, each student is<br />

assigned a country and encouraged to learn about and pray for that country.


March is missions month at MC! We have a wide range of events aimed at giving<br />

everyone the opportunity to understand God’s heart for the nations, and our prayer is<br />

that our students will be willing to say, Yes Lord!” in whatever endeavor He leads<br />

them.<br />

At MC, we have men and women who are hungry for God and are eager to fulfill God’s<br />

ministry call upon their life. Fulfilling that call is not always an easy journey, and so we<br />

are committed and humbled to walk with them as God heals, molds, and prepares<br />

them up fulfil their call. Whatever the need may be, we are honored to love our<br />

students and love them well.<br />

Our desire is to see God raise up mighty Pentecostal Church of God ministers and<br />

disciples who will be world changers.<br />

Below is a link where you can see Tomor’s testimony of how God saved and transformed<br />

him from a devout Muslim believer to a missionary first to his family, then to his nation<br />

and to the ends of the earth. What a mighty God we serve!<br />

We invite you to partner with us as we serve our Messenger College students. As we serve<br />

and as you give and pray, together we can impact lives that will impact eternity. If you<br />

would like to hear more about our ministry, please feel free to email or give us a call, we<br />

would love to hear from you.<br />

Tomor Gjesloshani – 682-373-5521 – tgjeloshani@pcg.org<br />

Sherry Gjeloshani – 682-32-4295 – sgjeloshani@pcg.org<br />

Watch Tomi’s testimony at https://youtu.be/m1jrJKfcs1M?si=8JgTv5xJumckenfL<br />

Tomor’s Account #: 1006963<br />

Sherry’s Account #: 1006961<br />

Give at bit.ly/pcgworldgiving<br />

or PO Box 211866 Bedford, TX<br />

76095


OCTOBER 20<strong>23</strong><br />

PRAYER WORKS!<br />

I am very happy to be able to write you. We got back to Guatemala<br />

on Saturday, August 30. On Sunday Les found me on the<br />

floor. I had vomited a lot of bright red, blood. He was able to get<br />

an ambulance with a doctor in just a few minutes. I under-stand<br />

that not a lot survive such an experience. But thank God Lisa<br />

Wallace was here and came immediately to pray-a life saving<br />

act! In the hospital they found I had varicose veins in my<br />

esophagus. Most of them have now been eliminated, praise<br />

the Lord!! I had pneumonia, but thanks be to God I am over<br />

that. I was nine days in ICU. I arrived home weak and shaky.<br />

Now I am so much better. I thank God for the attentive nursing<br />

staff, good doctors, and all of your prayers. PRAYER WORKS.<br />

PRAYER CHANGES CIRCUMSTANCES. We stopped at Macdonalds<br />

on our way from a follow-up appointment and two<br />

couples and a teenage boy came up and said they had been<br />

praying. (They weren’t together). I didn’t even know all of them.<br />

But they were praying!<br />

PK RETREATS<br />

PK Retreats are a safe place for pastors kids to voice their<br />

troubles and get help from others who have been through<br />

their unique troubles. Many have come out totally changed,<br />

with new vision and a renewed commitment. By the end of this<br />

year we will have had have retreats in 4 different countries.<br />

Please pray for these kids.<br />

CASA VIDA UPDATE<br />

Thank you for praying for Casa Vida. A girl who had never<br />

been to school is going to be able to finish four grades in<br />

eight months! That is unheard of even down here. Our<br />

staff was able to get her in this special program. I am<br />

amazed at her quick learning and incredible progress!!<br />

COSTAL BIBLE SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION<br />

I must admit that I was losing faith in the Coastal Bible<br />

School. It seemed there were too many obstacles and<br />

delays . I was ready to give up. But people were praying<br />

and God began to work. Where our abilities end, His are<br />

just beginning. Look at the pics!! Construction has been<br />

going well and we hope to start classes in February.<br />

Again thank you for praying!!<br />

THANK GOD FOR MOTHERS!<br />

We thank God for our mothers. We were able to make the 90th<br />

birthday of Les’s mom. My Mom is 91. We praise God for them<br />

and their good health. (Want to live long? Send your kids to the<br />

mission field!)<br />

WELCOME PINEDAS<br />

MISSIONARIES!<br />

Also we are happy to soon<br />

receive the Pinedas to<br />

El Salvador as missionaries!<br />

Thank you for praying for us,<br />

our pastors, leaders, Central<br />

America and Mexico.


We are excited to bring you the latest updates<br />

from the Jamaica Pentecostal Church of God<br />

for the period 20<strong>23</strong>-2024. In this edition, we have<br />

thrilling news about our mission, with a particular<br />

focus on the Evangelism Department, and we'll<br />

also provide insights into the exciting<br />

developments at the College CMIS (formerly<br />

Caribbean Pentecostal College).<br />

Our mission over the years has been steadfast—to spread the message of God's love and<br />

grace to every corner of our beautiful island. But now, as we look forward to 20<strong>23</strong>-2024, our<br />

vision is more expansive, our dreams even grander, and our commitment unwavering. We<br />

are determined to broaden our outreach and impact lives in ways we've never done before.<br />

Updates on the Evangelism Department:<br />

The National Evangelism Department of the Jamaica<br />

Pentecostal Church of God is on an incredible journey<br />

to breathe new life into churches that have stood still<br />

for far too long. We're stepping into these churches<br />

with vigor and passion, bringing the message of hope<br />

to their doorsteps.<br />

Our mission encompasses both indoor and outdoor<br />

crusades, and we're also walking hand in hand with the<br />

communities we serve, side by side with our dedicated<br />

pastors. Our theme, "United for the Mission,"<br />

embodies our belief in the power of unity.<br />

But it's not just words; we have a devoted team, a blend of youth and experience, who are<br />

igniting the flames of revival in these churches. We are in the process of creating a child<br />

evangelism department, where the youngest among us will play leadership roles, conducting<br />

children's crusades and outreach programs.<br />

And that's not all. We're venturing into<br />

areas where the need is greatest, like<br />

Black River, St. Elizabeth, which lacks a<br />

presence of our church. We are<br />

determined to plant a seed of faith there<br />

soon.<br />

JAMAICA<br />

Our primary focus is growth, not just in<br />

numbers but also in the depth of<br />

spirituality. We want individuals to mature<br />

in their faith and, even more importantly,<br />

become disciples, leading others to Jesus<br />

Christ.


The College of Ministry and Interdisciplinary Studies (CMIS) formerly<br />

Caribbean Pentecostal College<br />

Our College of Ministry and Interdisciplinary Studies is not just undergoing a<br />

transformation; it's reclaiming its historical identity as the Caribbean Pentecostal<br />

College, established back in the 1960s in the heart of Mizpah, Manchester, Jamaica.<br />

We're proud to say that we have 8 full-time students and 12 actively enrolled in our<br />

island-wide extension program.<br />

Our offerings have expanded too, with a Diploma and Certificate in Christian<br />

Ministry, along with online short courses in Christian Counseling, Evangelism, and<br />

Leadership. This allows us to reach students in rural parishes and across the<br />

Caribbean. We take great pride in being among the pioneer institutions accredited<br />

by the Jamaica Tertiary Education Commission's new agency.<br />

But we have even more ambitious plans. To reach potential students and make<br />

theological education accessible, we are seeking sponsorship for a dedicated bus<br />

that will tour parishes and bring education to the doorstep of eager minds.<br />

Additionally, we aim to establish a technological center, embracing the digital age,<br />

to better engage our students and the community.<br />

Your support is invaluable in this endeavor. We've recognized that seminaries and<br />

Bible colleges face challenges, and it's the Christian community that can bring<br />

about transformation.<br />

As we conclude, we're excited to share that soon, we will have promotional items<br />

available. Your support of our initiatives is vital, and we look forward to your<br />

participation.<br />

We also extend a heartfelt call to all alumni of the Caribbean Pentecostal<br />

College to make contact with us. Let's work together to make our college better<br />

than ever. Your experience, expertise, and passion are invaluable to our mission.<br />

We invite alumni from wherever you are in the Caribbean and the world to join<br />

hands with us in this endeavor.<br />

In closing, we urge you to join us in this remarkable journey. Together, with your<br />

support and faith, we can continue to spread God's love, shine a light on those<br />

who need it most, and make an enduring impact on our communities.<br />

(Account No. 0915jbcoll)<br />

PRAY FOR THE<br />

CARIBBEAN


PRAY FOR THE<br />

CARIBBEAN<br />

The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is the southernmost Islands of the Caribbean, on August 31st<br />

we celebrated our 62nd anniversary of Independence. The Gospel of Christ has been preached<br />

throughout the Islands for many years. In the 1960s, PCG placed its mark as one of the heralds of the<br />

Good News of Jesus Christ, through the missionary endeavors of Rev. Jake and Lady Ellen Keele in<br />

1968 who came to Trinidad and sowed the initial seed that has now blossomed into TTPCG today.<br />

I was elected National Bishop in August 2019 just<br />

before the onslaught of the Covid 19 virus. The period<br />

has been a trying time for the Church globally, and<br />

TTPCG is definitely not excluded, having said this, it<br />

has been a great time of learning for us. We’ve<br />

learned more of the power of our God to keep, the<br />

resilience given by the Holy Spirit through faith and<br />

hard work. God has been kind!<br />

Our vision is to develop by the power of the Holy<br />

Spirit, a strong and viable organization committed to<br />

sound Biblical teaching and lifestyle, enthusiastic<br />

about service to humanity and the salvation of the<br />

lost. We are a part of the movement that impacts<br />

eternity positively for the Glory of God!<br />

We were given the mandate, “to set in order the things that are lacking, and appoint elders in every<br />

city,” and this is what we endeavor to do by building stronger bonds among our present Ministers<br />

and Churches, by believing God to align Churches who desire to come under the banner of our<br />

missional nation PCG, by creating greater awareness to our national population of the presence and<br />

mission of TTPCG and by planting two churches within the next half-decade.<br />

Remember PCG in the beautiful twin island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.<br />

Rev. Andre Legall<br />

National Bishop


Update from Karen Ming<br />

Praise Report From Africa<br />

Psalms 66:17 “Now my mouth overflows with the highest praise”<br />

As I look back at our trip to Kenya and Burundi in August, my heart overflows with praise. For the first<br />

time I was able to partner with our medical missionary, Windy Wright. We had our first medical<br />

missions in Kenya. This is a trip I will always remember. Thank you Windy for your heart and all you did<br />

to make this possible. To see over 1800 patients have the opportunity for physical and spiritual needs<br />

to be met was amazing. Pastor Bob Barker presented the gospel to each group and over 340<br />

committed their lives to Christ.<br />

Thank you to an amazing team of Kenyan doctors and nurses and helpers from the United States.<br />

Thank you to Pastor Ben Nyatuka of Calvary Covenant Center in Nairobi and your wonderful team of<br />

volunteers.<br />

Our team went to Burundi for a Pastors’ Conference. It is so incredible to see the hunger and<br />

willingness to come and learn even if transportation is long and difficult. We were in service with Bishop<br />

Aime in his new church on Sunday and were so blessed. Thank you, Bishop Time, for your love and<br />

hospitality.<br />

Thank you all who supported us in this mission. We can go but you make it possible with support and<br />

prayers.<br />

Please continue to pray for Africa leaders and churches there!<br />

Send your financial gifts to: Account 3205, Karen Ming, PCG World Missions Department,<br />

P.O. Box 211866, Bedford, TX 76095 or give online at bit.ly/pcgworldgiving


One of the classes. Students are sitting on a woven mat on<br />

the floor.<br />

Kids learning a Bible lessons. BTW. On their faces is thanaka<br />

paste worn for cosmetic & medical reasons. It’s very popular.<br />

Myanmar has been in a civil war for years. A few months ago our church people in the villages of Zonuam<br />

fled because their village was being bombed by helicopter. When it was safe to return home, they found<br />

out that the public schools would not reopen. This was for political reasons. Sunday school teachers<br />

started teaching our church kids. Students are divided into 3 groups for classes. Math, English, Myanmar,<br />

Chin (their ethnicity) and a Bible lesson are the subjects taught. Two public school teachers have been<br />

hired to oversee the teaching of the subjects that the government requires.<br />

The oldest group of students, teenagers.<br />

An outdoor classroom in someone's yard.<br />

They are building a new church building. The current<br />

church building can be seen in the background.<br />

This congregation is constructing a new church building. But the civil war has caused prices to skyrocket.<br />

If you feel led to donate towards this church building, please clearly mark your donations for the<br />

Myanmar church. Thank you.<br />

For questions or just to chat<br />

Submitted by Phone:1(417)414-5535<br />

Kim Mullins e-mail: mullinspcg@yahoo.com<br />

Facebook: kimberly.mullins.142<br />

PCG World Missions Dep.<br />

P.O. Box 211866 Bedford<br />

TX 76095<br />

bit.ly/worldgiving Account<br />

Number 1315


NEWS FROM THE NUTTS – FALL 20<strong>23</strong><br />

IN GRATITUDE<br />

Greetings. We owe it all too Jesus! This has been a trying time for us. Our<br />

health issues resulting from our near fatal accident are still present although we<br />

are doing a lot better. We had complicated legal issues relating to the accident<br />

that have been miraculously resolved also. God’s Word is true and never fails.<br />

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no<br />

evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou<br />

preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my<br />

head with oil; my cup runneth over.” We owe our lives to Jesus and we<br />

commit to do His will with all of our might. Thank-you for praying and<br />

supporting us always.<br />

AVAILABLE PROJECTS<br />

1. Cotoca PCG—we need $3000.00 to finish rough<br />

construction in order to start using our temple.<br />

2. Sucre PCG —we need $5,000.00 to complete the next<br />

phase of building.<br />

3. El Condado PCG—we need $2,000 for our children’s<br />

center.<br />

OVERVIEW OF THE WORK<br />

We have several ongoing church constructions in Bolivia.<br />

Please pray for the work in Bolivia, Argentina, Uruguay, and<br />

Chile. The PCG has 12 churches in Argentina, 6 churches in<br />

Bolivia, 2 churches in Uruguay, and 4 churches in Chile. This<br />

is a crucial year in the harvest. The Lord is coming quickly.<br />

Perhaps the year 2024 will be the last year to work before<br />

his return. May He find us busy!<br />

SCHOOL OF MISSIONS—January 6 through 31.<br />

Bishop Marcelo Torres of Chile invites those interested in<br />

missions to spend a month in the southern region of Chile. The<br />

first module is called “Preparing the Bride.” Room and board is<br />

$195.00. All you have to do is purchase your ticket. For a great<br />

intercultural experience contact me at wrnutt@gmail.com<br />

We have been unable to go to the USA to itinerate. Please continue to support us. We<br />

are only an extension of your ministry. We pledge to you that we will continue to labor<br />

according to the vision that God has given us preaching the gospel, preparing pastors,<br />

building projects, and enabling children to have a Spirit filled life with unlimited future.<br />

To support this ministry<br />

Walter and Flora Nutt<br />

C/PCG World Missions<br />

P.O. Box 211866 Bedford,<br />

Texas. 76095.<br />

Account #: 0445<br />

To Contact us<br />

wrnutt@gmail.com<br />

+591-76678809 whatsapp


Praiseletter<br />

FALL 20<strong>23</strong><br />

News from the<br />

Philippines!<br />

PRAISE THE LORD! It seems like we have been extremely busy for the last year. We thank God for the way He has ministered<br />

and blessed in all the churches and for keeping us safe during our travels. Again, thank you so much for your<br />

prayers on our behalf.<br />

TYPHOON SEASON! We have received reports of typhoons raging through the Philippines. This is the typhoon<br />

season. Thus far, there have been no reports of excessive damage or loss of life, for which we praise the Lord. Please continue<br />

to pray for the Philippines and our Pastors and church members. We must hold each other up in prayer.<br />

NEW CHURCHES! The church in Malanumlanum has the walls up and is ready for roofing. God has blessed these dear<br />

people in the mountainous region of central Luzon. The Shute Legacy Fund has given money to construct much needed<br />

restrooms for the new Multi-purpose building at Mindanao Bible College. We hope to soon start building an add-on to the<br />

church in Naguilian for classrooms for the children. We thank God for the growth of the church.<br />

PAULA’S ACCIDENT! We have finally got to see an Orthopedic Doctor here in the U.S. in late July. He stated that<br />

Paula’s knee surgery in the Philippines was done right and that she is healing well. Thank you for your prayers for her complete<br />

healing.<br />

THANK YOU! We thank God for the faithful support of our Mission Partners. You are truly having a divine impact on<br />

so many lives in the Philippines, Asia, and the World. May God bless you as you bless others.<br />

YOUR MISSIONARIES,<br />

David & Paula Parkman<br />

Jeremiah 29:11 “God’s plan for all mankind is to<br />

give them peace, hope, and a future.” (Parkman<br />

Simplified Version).<br />

KEEP IN TOUCH! You can contact us through the<br />

following ways:<br />

David and Paula Parkman<br />

UNITED STATES<br />

3756 FM 673<br />

Beeville, TX 78102<br />

Email: parkman@net.com.ph<br />

Cell Phone: 1-361-318-9305<br />

Internet Phone: 1-361-277-1724<br />

**PCG World Missions Dept., P.O. Box 211866,<br />

Bedford, TX 76095; **Missions Account #1335


ALIVE IN CHRIST MINISTRIES<br />

Brett and Michelle Ransom Missionaries to Ethiopia<br />

PCG <strong>WORLD</strong> MISSIONS<br />

October 20<strong>23</strong><br />

Brett and Michelle Ransom<br />

Account # 3805<br />

Sharing a meal with 100 children from His Kids while my youngest daughter, Carissa and I were in Ethiopia. His<br />

Kids is our initiative to build support for struggling families especially those that are single parents with children.<br />

Greetings in Jesus name,<br />

In our last trip to Ethiopia, my youngest daughter, Carissa and I distributed meals<br />

prepared by our His Kids program to a 100<br />

children. During this trip, with the help of a local<br />

church working with Compassion International,<br />

we were able to identify 10 children without any<br />

sponsors who were in need and begin to support<br />

them monthly with assistance to help them with<br />

essential needs. Our His Kids program has<br />

provided meals, blankets, clothes and school<br />

supplies to children to help them be successful. We have a heart from God to do<br />

much more and are feeling from the Holy Spirit that we would like to also identify<br />

orphans and start an orphanage in Addis Ababa as well as continuing to help<br />

struggling families to succeed. The gospel presentation is actively being presented<br />

and we are seeing people come to Christ. When we were in Ethiopia, I asked if


anyone had come to Christ since our Christmas outreach and the Pastor there told<br />

us that three families had come in since that time to salvation and become<br />

members of the local church: two Orthodox and one Muslim family.<br />

We are feeling in our hearts that we want to continue to do more to reach families<br />

with challenges and orphans on the streets of Addis Ababa. But, in order to do this<br />

we need to raise more monthly support to cover the cost of an orphanage. We<br />

need individuals and churches who can commit to monthly support and/or to one<br />

time gifts to make more possible. We need prayer support and around 2,300 USD<br />

to get an orphanage started in Addis Ababa. If we could get <strong>23</strong> churches or<br />

individuals to give 100 dollars a month we could begin to specifically assist children<br />

on the streets to find a home and meet a Savior that loves them through our His<br />

Kids program. If you are interested in partnering with us, you can send to our PCG<br />

account 3805 with His Kids Orphanage designation and it will go to that account to<br />

help us build support for an orphanage project. If you have any questions you can<br />

contact us on Facebook at Brett Ransom or Michelle Ransom or email:<br />

ransomb1971@gmail.com or call Brett (<strong>23</strong>1)672-0917.<br />

Thank you for your support and Jesus richly bless you all!<br />

Brett and Michelle Ransom<br />

Missionaries to Ethiopia


RYAN AND ANNA WARRENFALL/WINTER 20<strong>23</strong><br />

GLOBAL EDUCATION<br />

SPAIN<br />

We begin our day with a summit but are rewarded<br />

with a beautiful horizon. The company of other<br />

pilgrims, whose relationships had been established<br />

days prior, make for encouraging conversations.<br />

CAMINO DE SANTIAGO<br />

For the last year, we have been cultivating a team<br />

to walk the Camino de Santiago in partnership<br />

with Kent and Jody Brown, Spain PCG<br />

Missionaries. This team included Efrain and<br />

Macaya Hernandez, Zia Rios, and Juan<br />

Maldonado.<br />

While the days are hard, the times of ministry<br />

through listening, conversation, and prayer are<br />

promising for the coming days to pour into the<br />

seeds planted.<br />

The Camino de Santiago is a 500-mile pilgrimage<br />

that covers the northern part of Spain. During this<br />

journey, we averaged 15-17 miles a day and<br />

shared the gospel with those we walked with each<br />

day. Our team was trained and prepared. Even<br />

then, it was a test of endurance and a daily<br />

reliance on the Holy Spirit. It was a time of<br />

constant ministry. We are excited to partner with<br />

the Browns in the future and to cultivate<br />

internship opportunities on the Camino for future<br />

mission-minded students.<br />

Each step welcomed the word of the prophet<br />

Isaiah, “...but they that wait for the Lord shall<br />

renew their strength, they shall mount up with<br />

wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary,<br />

they shall walk and not faint.”<br />

Account #1605<br />

Give at bit.ly/pcgworldgiving or<br />

PO Box 211866 Bedford, TX 76095<br />

www.pcg.org/missions/global-education


Other Missionaries & Field Representatives<br />

JP and Kaitlyn Husong Field<br />

Representatives: Nicaragua<br />

Account # 4605<br />

Daniel & Hermine Falquez<br />

Missionary: Germany<br />

Account # 1905<br />

Karl & Jennifer Hargestam<br />

Missionary: Ethiopia/Unreached<br />

Account # 3905<br />

Mark Holbrook<br />

Field Representative: Kenya<br />

Account # 4305<br />

Nancy Kingen<br />

English Teacher<br />

Account # 3105<br />

Windy Wright<br />

Medical Missionary<br />

Account # 850<br />

Alain & Jada Tanoh<br />

Missionary: Ivory Coast<br />

Account # 1505<br />

Curtis Peart<br />

Field Representative: Ghana,<br />

Africa/England<br />

Account # 1705<br />

Ed & Gayla Bolay<br />

Field Representative:<br />

Macedonia<br />

Account # 2105<br />

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Nittak Hullo Chito Na Yukpa (Choctaw) Ya’at’eeh Keshmish (Navajo) Gohqq<br />

Keshmish (Apache) Danistayohihv (Cherokee) Merry Christmas.<br />

Luke 2:7 “And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling<br />

clothes and laid Him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.”<br />

I have often wondered what the Innkeeper’s response would have been had he<br />

known that the one seeking refuge in his inn was the Son of God. I would like to<br />

think that he would have rolled out the red carpet and given Jesus the royal<br />

treatment. Would He have given Mary and Joseph the best room in the inn or<br />

thrown a big party, invited everyone in the town to celebrate the birth of the new<br />

King? Yet none of this happened, no celebration for the new king, born in a<br />

manger, his birth celebrated in obscurity. This Christmas season the world will<br />

stop to celebrate Christmas. Many will decorate, throw big parties, and like the<br />

innkeeper of Bethlehem, make no room for Jesus.<br />

Throughout the Native Nations of the United States, Native American ministers<br />

faithfully celebrate the birth of Jesus. Like the angels, the messengers of God, they<br />

will declare good tidings of great joy, to all people. We would like to bless these<br />

ministers of the Gospel once again with a Christmas offering. In order to get this<br />

offering to our missionaries before Christmas we need to receive your gifts by<br />

November 1st.<br />

Over the years, you have given generously to Native Ministries for Christmas. I<br />

want to take a moment and thank you for your love and support. Please consider<br />

making Christmas 20<strong>23</strong> our greatest Christmas offering to date.<br />

Together we can reach every Tribe, Tongue and Nation. Every boy and girl for<br />

Jesus!<br />

Listed below are the various ways you can give. Thank you so much for<br />

your continued support. May God abundantly bless you and your<br />

family as you continue to serve Him.<br />

Giving Options:<br />

1. Mail your check by November 1st to: PCG World Missions,<br />

P.O. Box 211866, Bedford, TX 76095<br />

2. Scan the QR code, complete the information and enter Account<br />

#2750, complete the payment online<br />

3. Call World Missions at 817-554-5900, Janie at extension 344 or,<br />

Chrystal at extension 345


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