Ever since we purchased the camp property back in 2011 I’ve dreamed of putting in a zip line. Finally, last week, after a lot of planning, trial, and error, the zip line became a reality. Here’s how we pulled it off: One problem we had to solve was how to bring the pulley back once…
Last year marked a first in the ministry of both the Mount Zion Baptist Camp and our state ladies’ association: the first ever ladies’ retreat held at our facilities. It went over so well that they decided to do it again this year. The second annual ladies’ retreat was last week, and I’m happy to…
The last weekend of October found Ebenezer Baptist Church in celebration mode as we celebrated 12 years since our very first services in 2012. Though few in number, our church people mobilized to give our church building a much-needed makeover. When conference time came, it was a true blessing. On Saturday our church filled to…
It’s been over a month since our last “snapshots” post, so we have a little catching up to do. Of course, if you follow us on Instagram, you are up to date on our activities since we temporarily set aside our regular postings here. If not, well, here’s what you missed. ____________________ Did you enjoy…
For this week’s Best of Brazil post, put this video on full screen, then sit back and enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery Brazil has to offer. Included are jungle scenes and the city of Manaus. ____________________ Did you enjoy this post? Consider making a donation to our ministry in Brazil. As an Amazon…
Back when I was first pastor of the Ebenezer church it was our custom to have some sort of church picnic/retreat every year. This year we decided to renew that tradition, and for the first time our retreat was held at Mount Zion Camp. We had thirty-six people in attendance, including several non-believing friends and…
Many iconic images have come out of this year’s eventful Summer Olympics in Paris. From the casual Turkish marksman who spawned a million memes, to the Brazilian surfer who was photographed striking an epic pose in mid-air. Indeed, Brazilians have featured in their share of iconic images, like when American gymnasts bowed to Brazilian gold…
David doesn’t break stride as he runs up the last rise, at the top of which stands his family’s home. Chasing sheep all over the hills surrounding Beit Lechem has built up his endurance to the point where he hasn’t needed to stop once since leaving the sheep in the care of his friend. Even…
What follows is our latest newsletter, send out to friends and supporters of this ministry via email. If you would like to receive our newsletter in your inbox, leave a comment and we will add your email address to our list. Dear friends, When we began our new ministry at Ebenezer at the beginning of…
In June of this year Marcus Baltich, a student at Faith Baptist Bible College in Ankeny, IA, spent a month with us here in Brazil. What follows are his impressions of that time. For those curious about what a one-month mission trip entails, I hope to provide an accurate picture and encourage you through my…