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Immense Opportunities Abound
Laura and I share a deep bond with Brazil , where she was born and where I arrived as a missionary kid at the age of 6 . With 22 years of One Mission Society ( OMS ) missionary service there and a decade as regional directors , our roots and connections run deep in the Latin America / Caribbean region . This vibrant area of the world embodies warmth and hospitality . Often , people in these countries embrace the Gospel with open arms , sensing a spiritual void in their lives . Yet , amidst the beauty and warmth , the region grapples with challenges like violent drug cartels and prolific corruption . Despite these trials , the church remains resilient , maturing and advancing in God ’ s mission . Through the work of OMS and our dedicated partners , we witness God ’ s transformative power in the lives of individuals and communities across the region . We count it a privilege to be part of these narratives of faith , perseverance , and redemption that you will read about in this edition .
We seek your prayers for a renewed prioritization of recruitment . Reports from Christianity Today and The Lausanne Movement ( a group of mission leaders ) highlight Latin America as a major sending force for evangelical missionaries . While OMS currently has residential missionaries from Brazil , Colombia , and Ecuador , the numbers fall short of fulfilling the immense opportunities present . We are asking God to provide the creativity , discernment , and personnel we need to effectively recruit dozens of OMS missionaries from this region in the coming years . This intensified focus aligns with OMS ’ calling to share God ’ s love with all nations . Your prayers are invaluable as we embark on this journey of faith and obedience .
For Christ and his kingdom ,
Jeffry Max Edwards 3