One Day At A Time

One Day at a Time

That's all anyone can do. Take it one day at a time.  And that's just what we've been doing. Taking it one day at a time.  Usually we know what each day will consist of. We plan our work, and work our plan is what we like to tell folks. But sometimes God has to slow us down. Sometimes we can find ourselves getting ahead of God and doing things God never intended us to do. We like to think that because we are doing "great works" that we are in the Father's Will. And these are the times that we have to sit back and Be Still. And wait on the Lord.  

The past couple of months, Thomas and I have had to sit back and Be Still. And if any of you know us very well, you know that is hard for us to do.  We love serving Jesus and want to be actively serving Him here in Ecuador.  We don't take Vacations. We don't do things for ourselves. We put all of ourselves into our work here in this place we have come to love so much. For the past 4 years, we have done our best to do the work that God called us here to do. We believe with our whole hearts, we have done that. We know that God is not finished with us here and there is still much work to be done and will be until Jesus comes back. We believe He IS coming back soon.  That is the reason He had us to Be Still. To refresh the urgency in us to continue to share the gospel with the people. To not get dis focused on doing good works which can so easily happen with missionaries. There should be an urgency in all of us to share Jesus with everyone we come in contact with, because He is coming back soon. Be ready, and be looking up! 

Pastor Joe's Visit

We were so happy to have Pastor Joe stay for a couple weeks longer with us after the Pensacola team returned to the states.  He was able to encourage Thomas and myself and accompany Thomas to the communities and preach God's word. He made a lot of friends while he was here and was a great encouragement to many.  He got to see first hand the day to day activities of the ministry and was able to share some ideas with us. We are thankful for his retirement and pray he'll come back soon!

Nueva Vida Soccer Team

New life soccer team is a group of guys from the community of San Pedro. This community is just across the river from where we live in Misahualli. The team leader is a Christian and wanted to put this team together. They asked if Casting Seeds Ministries could sponsor them with uniforms. This was an open door for us to be able to minister in this community and to these young guys. This group met with Pastor Joe and Thomas the first few weeks, and now meets with Thomas on occasion when possible. The Word of God is shared with them and they are encouraged to follow Christ. Please pray for Carlos Andes (pictured bottom row far left) as he helps these young guys to seek after Christ.

Worn Missionary Women's Retreat

Missionary women living in Ecuador was invited to a retreat hosted by Deborah. Many ladies and their daughters attended to be refreshed and rejuvenated. There was lots of good food, great worship with music, and Deborah shared a word with them about the trials and tribulations missionaries go through in the mission field. Many shared their own trials with each other, and the ladies were a great encouragement to each other. The next day, they met again, and shared ideas of different foods, medicine's and crafts. The girls made bracelets out of wire and paper beads and the women shared recipe ideas. Afterwards they all participated in an Amazing Race. Teams were formed and they competed in challenges. At the end the first and second teams to arrive at the finish received a medal. It was a lot of fun, and everyone left feeling refreshed and encouraged. 

New Bible Study

This month we will be starting a new bible study with the people that have been coming to the El Faro church. It is a 7 week bible study explaining in very easy to understand text about Sin. What is Sin. Why do we sin. We know this bible study will help answer a lot of question they have. Please pray for those that will come and participate in this awesome bible study time. 

Next Mission Team

The next team to come and labor with Casting Seeds will be from South Georgia. One Accord Missions will come and bring medicine to the river communities. They will also be doing a Christmas party for Bless an Orphan children. We will share more about this team in the next newsletter. 

Our Faithful Supporters

We have been blessed beyond measure by you, our supporters. We need your financial support each month to continue to minister to and preach God's word to the natives in the communities. Our main purpose is to Preach the Word, Disciple new believers, and baptize them. Without your support we could not do what we do here. So, Thank You for being obedient to God's direction in giving. 

2014 Mission Team Calendar

We are currently taking reservations for the 2014 year. If you have not made your reservation yet, please do so as soon as possible. If you need more information, please go to our web-site. There have been some changes to the cost for this new year coming up, so be sure to check that out. 

We Need Your Help sharing Christ with the People here. 

VBS teams

Evangelizing Teams

Medical / Dental Teams

Construction Teams.

Street Ministry Teams

Water Filter Teams

Rubber Boots for the kids Teams

Please come and share the Love of Christ with them. They are very open and receptive to you and the Gospel.

Many Blessings!

Casting Seeds Ministries has had many blessings this year. 

Summer Volunteers, mission teams, El Faro children's ministry and many more.

Teams

After our return from the United States, we got busy preparing for our team from Tennessee.
Diane Turpin from Roundlick Baptist church lead a women's ministry conference at the El Faro ministry building. Around 25 women came and was blessed with encouraging bible lessons on the women of the bible. They learned how to make baskets using old newspapers, and decorated a new pair of flip flops. There were many laughs and smiles shared with each other, and they grew closer in their relationship with each other, and with God. Diane did a great job teaching them and they ask about her all the time.

This team also came and did a backyard VBS with the children of the local school. There was 300 children that came and learned bible stories, new songs, crafts, and recreation. The team used Lifeways Colossal Coaster VBS material for teaching and decorations. The kids received snow cones from a local vendor, cookie/candy bags made by the team members, and t-shirts that they colored using permanent markers.  One community deep in the jungle asked if we could hire a vehicle to bring some of the children from their community to participate. 30 children traveled each day and was excited to be a part of this great event.

Then, FBC Cottage Hill and Heritage Baptist came and helped take much needed rubber boots to the communities to give to the children. about 450 pair of boots were given out. The team washed the feet of the children, then put their new socks and boots on their little feet. A time of sharing God's word with the children and their parents was the highlight of every day. Pastor Joe did a great job sharing stories with the kids. They all stared at him with their big brown eyes and listened to every word he spoke. Each team member shared their faith in some way with the people in the communities. Linda Bane with the evangacube, and Linda Josey helped using the colored cards. Harold used his disabilities as a way of testimony to encourage many. Bill Owen preached his heart out several times, and Evelyn his wife showed them how big the Heart of Jesus was through her hugs and words of encouragement. Randy kept the team going and was always on hand for what ever needed to be done. This team was a big encouragement for us, since they are our home church people and on our Casting Seeds Ministries Board. We appreciate them coming and experiencing the work we do here in the jungle.

Summer Volunteers

We had two volunteers come and help us with our ministry this summer. Christina Pierre from Pensalcola Florida, and Kaari Johnson from Minnisota helped us with the children ministry and also with team preparation. It was such a blessing to have them here. They made some lasting friendships and hopefully will one day return. 

Phase One Land Fundraiser

As many of you know, we have been in the process of raising money for the Phase One Mission compound opportunity. As of date, you have given 7,334.00 towards the 20,000 goal. We are very happy to see people giving to towards the future of Casting Seeds Ministries. We have looked at several pieces of property, but have not decided on anything for sure. We will need to have cash on hand to purchase the property. So, we know God will provide the right piece of land we need at the right time. His timing, not ours. 

If you would like to donate to the Phase One Land Fundraiser

you can send your donation to 

Casting Seeds Ministries

P.O. Box 7537

Pensacola, Fl 32534

We are a 501c3 non-profit organization.

Our Needs List:

Sometimes we are asked, what are your needs? So we have put together a list, in no certain order for you to pray about how you can help us here. 

• Mission Teams
• Deep Freezer
• Hand Tools for building
• KJV complete bibles
• Gospel Trax's to pass out.
• Puppets for puppet ministry
• Children ministry books, crafts, music. (spanish)
• New Projector 
• Sewing Machine 
• Pillow Cases to make little girl dresses with
• Material, sewing accessories.
• Wireless microphone headsets for preaching
• Clown costumes for street ministry opportunities.
• Filing Cabanets / Storage boxes

If you feel led to help with any of these items, contact us and will give you price information if bought here in Ecuador. Our toll free number is 850-665-3931

Scheduling Your 2014 Mission Trip

Schedule your

2014 Mission Trip

NOW!

You may be looking for a new place to serve 

in the foreign mission field,

Or, you may want to return to the place you have come to know and love,

ECUADOR!

Now is the time to Schedule your trip for the

2014 Year.

If you are interested in coming and Serving with

CASTING SEEDS MINISTRIES

Send a message by e-mail or phone call to

castingseeds4him@yahoo.com

850-665-3931

Space is limited, so get your team scheduled soon!

        Mission Opportunities:

• Evangelism
• Shoe/Boot ministry
• Construction
• Medical
• VBS
• Water Filter Ministry

Isaiah 6:8 “Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.”

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