| Hello,
Happy summer from the Xingu Mission! This monthly Field Report highlights the national conference held regionally in Brazil after two years online. May it bring you some encouragement!
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InterVinha 2022 Legado (Legacy)
The church movement here in Brazil held a conference both in the North and South with the focus on legacy; being the church we were meant to be and passing that legacy on. It was a time of direction, alignment and the presence of God in community with His family.
Joel Seymour from the United States, Milton Lucas (national director for Brazil), and Elba Dolan (national vice director for Brazil) were the main speakers. We appreciate their hard work in providing the conference and the wisdom they shared.
Here is some feedback from the conference:
“God’s dancing hand has really been upon us pouring out His grace, aligning us with His purpose and pushing us to pass the baton to the next generation.” – Denise
“When pastor Elba asked ‘How much are you willing to leave behind for the Kingdom?’ it really impacted me.” – Ramon
“Among other things that were said, it impacted me when Pastor Joel said ‘If you want to walk on water, you have to get out of the boat.’” – Katia
“More than the words spoken, the joyful serving attitudes of those working the conference and the youth looking for people to pray for impacted me deeply.” – Betania
The last night ended with a call to pass the baton well. Passing on the baton is most often when things get tripped up. The good news of Jesus doesn’t belong in our hands alone. Loving people means passing it on. The churches we plant are not ours. We are not building a kingdom for ourselves; we are working with God to build something that brings Him all the glory and honor, build His Kingdom here as it is in heaven. It was incredibly beautiful to see how many at the conference went for prayer about being the next generation of church planters and pastors. The pastors with years of experience prayed for them. So many people were touched by the move of the Spirit.
As you continue on your journey with God take some time to reflect on the legacy you are participating with Him in leaving. We thank you for helping us through your prayers and support as we participate with what God is doing here in Brazil. God bless you! |
