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| In Seattle |
“Don’t get pregnant!” This was the advice of a Paraguayan doctor to
the women of his nation in response to the Zika virus outbreak, which is linked
to birth defects. It is indeed important
to hear out the medical professionals’ recommendations in regards to Zika since
cases have surfaced in the Amambay province, where I (Tim) will be later this
month to translate for two seminary professors from Texas. Please pray
for an effective response to the Zika outbreak as well as for those who suffer from the illness. Also, pray for the seminary course to equip
and encourage Christian leaders in the Amambay province.
Just as we began to pack, Agustina
told Margarita and me, “I’ve decided that I’m not going back to Paraguay with
you.” Her declaration was not a real decision but rather communicated the
enjoyment she’s experienced in the U.S. For
the longest period ever, she has not simultaneously cared for a dozen grandchildren,
cleaned houses, killed and de-feathered chickens, and cooked large meals. In
less than two weeks, we will arrive in Paraguay. As soon as we get back, we’ll prepare for classes
at the New Horizon School, which start on Monday, February 15th. Pray for us to hear God’s guidance during our
transition back to ministry in Paraguay.
Before we return to Paraguay, we’ll
spend next week in New York, Boston and Houston. We’ve greatly enjoyed our time in the Pacific
Northwest; though, it has passed by very quickly. While we’ve been in the Portland-area for most
of the past month, each weekend we either hosted a visiting loved-one, or we visited
loved-ones. We enjoyed our time in Pacific
City, Eugene and Seattle. We thank everyone
who gathered together to hear all that God had done through our work in
Paraguay over the past 3½ years.
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| At the Oregon Coast |
Yours truly,
Tim, Margarita, Ana and Antoine
