Dear Friends and Family,
Our last few letters have been a little behind schedule, but we are now just about back on track! Last month, we continued with our regular evangelism. Last week, Jeremy was able to lead a boy named Josue to the Lord. He lives quite far from the church, but it was not coincidence that he heard the Gospel! Unfortunately, the visitors from our VBS have not returned, but we have had other visitors return. Last Sunday, as we were leaving the location that we rent, some restaurant owners informed us that their family will be attending with us this Sunday. It is exciting to see how God opens doors. Although weekly attendance may fluctuate, it is becoming more common for us to reach capacity at our current location. We believe that getting our own building will be the key to the church becoming self-sufficient. We are hoping to set aside more time soon to look at land or buildings, with the goal of raising funds for our own church building. We have continued to look at different options for our baptistery… we now just need approval to install it in the commercial building where we rent. We are also making plans for a new ministry called “English Fellowship.” Michelle has been wanting to use her teaching experience by teaching English as a way to reach more people for Christ. Please pray for this project as we will begin very soon!
After finishing our VBS last month, we need to take a little break. Thankfully, we were able to take a day trip together as a family and rest a bit. We are also getting a little work done at the house. We are converting some unused space to be a small bedroom for Elijah. Lord willing, Michelle’s parents will visit us next month and the new room will help us to better accommodate guests. We are also anticipating a visit from a small group from our sending church, and we are excited to host them.
As we wrap up this letter, I would like to thank all who faithfully support us and pray for us. It is through your prayers and support that God allows us to serve here in Costa Rica. This month, please pray:
1 – That God will help us to use our time effectively to accomplish all that He has planned.
2 – That God will help us to reach more souls for Christ and see them added to the church.
3 – That God will continue to grow the church even as we approach the limit of our space.
4 – That God will provide the means for the church to have its own building.
In Christ,
Jeremy, Michelle, Lila, Ellowyn, and Elijah Blanz
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