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Peter and Josi’s Newsletter - August 2021
Dears Friends,
Greetings again! Thank you to all for your prayer and support. The schools in Brazil returned after holidays in early August. We continue and have a lot to be thankful for in spite of all the news. There are many challenges not just with covid but with many people having lost jobs, and the economy suffering and high prices.We live in challenging times! Below a photo of a recent visit to the mangroves and distributing food parcels. A charity kindly donated 80 food parcels for us to distribute in the mangroves. We thank the Lord for His provision and the joy on the faces of all who received!. A video of our visit to the mangroves with friends and volunteers helping - Video
Education
In July Josi was teaching with Zoom to a group of teachers with YWAM in Africa. The work of education is a great responsibility - the future of any nation is judged by how well children have been taught and invested in. And as we reflect on the challenges here and for Christian teachers also have to face around the world let us remember the scripture. “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places” Ephesians 6:12. A curious phrase “Follow the money” rings true when we see the trail of money and vast amounts of finance poured into literature, media and education to capture the minds and hearts of children. If anyone doubts there is a devil or spiritual battle going on, just need to look at what is happening around the world and see how children are targeted by the enemy. Lord Jesus, come quickly!
The Church's Response?
Since the pandemic the world has changed a great deal with new phrases and words, ideologies of division appearing with anti Christian agenda….even making inroads in some churches and denominations. . There is so much need for Christian’s to stand firm during these days and make sure the true version of Christian history isn't cancelled.
If churches in the western world wish to maintain a bright and faithful testimony - Those still faithful and follow Jesus Christ must mobilise, or the future will look very grim. If we look at the example of the seven churches mentioned in the book of Revelation, all were located in what is today modern day Turkey….what happened to them ? There is a great need for the true church today to be mobilising, and take seriously the warnings Jesus spoke to the seven churches.
Drifting along is not an option.
Museums with a Biblical Worldview
One way to maintain a fixed public witness is establishing museums with a Christian worldview, which reminds the world of the greatness of God and how He has blessed nations who obey Him and reverence His Name. Already many secular museums are making drastic changes in the way history is presented because of the rise of cancel culture. What can Christians and churches do? If you or your church would like to plant or start a local museum where you live with a Christian worldview, know of a disused church or even donate one. Maybe they can be turned into a museum.. It could be a Bible or art museum, or even a museum specialising in local history from a Christian worldview. Please ask, I would like to help - a display of historical Christian art can easily be made available for exhibition.
The Broad and Narrow Way
Since our last newsletter and sharing about videos made about the Broad and Narrow Way picture. There are two - The shorter one is Gawin Kirkham with the History of the picture and Charlotte Reihlen with the Explanation which is about 40 minutes.. I received very encouraging feedback. The Field Operations Manager (General Secretary) of the Open-Air Mission, Mr JP Earnest. Was very appreciative and thanked me for the work on the videos and was glad the picture was still being expounded. Gawin Kirkham was Secretary of the Open-Air Mission 129 years ago and the mission is still very much active and preaching the Gospel in the open air today. To find out more about the Open Air-Mission and their valuable work please visit - www.oamission.com
Lilias Trotter
Algeria 1928, an elderly missionary lay dying and was surrounded by friends and fellow workers at a Mission she had founded 40 years previously, her mind was still clear and spirit still strong even after weeks of suffering. As the end drew near, she looked out of the window, and exclaimed - ”A chariot and six horses!” Someone close by asked ‘You are seeing beautiful things,” and this dear missionary looked up with joy and said - “Yes, many, many beautiful things!” Those remarkable, amazing last words were spoken by Lilias Trotter.
The Bible says "Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his faithful servants." Psalm 116:15.
Lilias Trotter lived a remarkable life, pouring it out in service to her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, and Lilias, modeled what it is to be a true follower, an example of someone who lived in the light of Eternity. Her amazing story only really came to the attention of the wider public in the last 6 years or so. Lilias was also a gifted painter, and may well have become an acclaimed artist if the famous art critic, John Ruskin had succeeded in persuading her. But Lilias had another vision for her life - A very wonderful documentary and film was made and released in 2015, and very worthwhile to watch, It shares the story of this remarkable lady, and her journey, mission and art. A link to the film https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9g0VXJ7fiq4
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Video News update and the To do list!
Click on the link above to see the latest news video - 11 minutes 28 secs long.
Prayer and Thanks!
Praise the Lord for continued health, strength and provision!
Pray for the school and project, the need for safety and maintenance etc. Please see video.
Please pray for the Bible Museum and for partners. If anyone has suggestions or thoughts please contact us.
Please continue to pray for more volunteer staff and for evangelism.
Please pray for a new laptop which will be used for graphics and video editing - R$7,000 - about a thousand UK pounds.
Please pray for a visit the UK, hopefully we can stay longer next time. We don't want to leave it another 11 years to pass by! We know it's a challenge to raise the finance...and need to share.
And finally by all means do visit my online gallery shop. Worthwhile for anyone looking for unusual gifts and products petermill.redbubble.com
With our best wishes and prayers
With our love - Peter, Josi and Dorothy
For those who would like to help financially my bank details are as follows.
Giving through Stewardship
For those who kindly wish to support us in missions with YWAM Brazil. We are registered with give net - Stewardship Services in the UK. Monthly and one-off donations can be easily processed with Debit and Credit cards - please visit the link below to see our giving page. Give net has made some recent updates which should make this easier - for those who wish to remain anonymous, give net makes this provision. For people outside the UK who wish to give - the payment process allows International donors to opt out of UK Gift Aid system. Stewardship Services are a Christian organisation serving charities and missionaries from the UK.
For those who wish to pay through STEWARDSHIP We have an account at https://www.give.net/20089559 Before confirming any gift on give.net you will be asked whether you wish to remain anonymous. If you choose this option your personal details will be will not be made known. If you have any questions please ask for details Donations may also be sent via Western Union which we are able to receive here.
Peter and Josi Millward, Rua Pintor J. Figueiredo No. 805. Praia Iparana. Caucaia, Ceara. CEP. 61.627-250. Brazil. https://www.facebook.com/escolacristaaguaviva *Please note the email address is the current one I use