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Main Headliner …

Main Headliner …

Summer is always so busy here at the BI and this season is no different than the ones before. The summer “to-do” list is the main headliner and although, nothing has been checked off as being completed, a lot of progress is happening in each department. Jared does the majority of running and buying in […]
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June 2026 Ministry Newsletter

June 2026 Ministry Newsletter

What’s the word? Since finishing up the back-translation of the book of Ruth a few weeks ago, David has been updating the Simbari lexicon and related docs. There always seems to be something more urgent that needs done but it was time to revisit the grammar and linguistics writeups for much needed updating to modern […]
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Summer Speaking Schedule

Summer Speaking Schedule

This summer, the Husbands are back in Washington – still putting miles on the Suburban, but certainly not as many as last year’s 10K loop around the United States! We have made plans for sharing updates at each of our in-state supporting churches, and also look to share how God is working in Mexico with […]
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We serve a wonderful God

We serve a wonderful God

Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; And His greatness is unsearchable. Psalm 145:3 (NKJV) Greetings: Hello from our jungle home. The past several weeks have been amazing and our hearts are full. Here’s the rundown. Tribal Church Conference: The Higaunon church holds a conference for all church leaders, deacons, and their wives […]
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“Simple”

“Simple”

“It was very SIMPLE.” I keep getting the same feedback whenever I teach or preach here: “Simple”. Have you ever heard someone make a comment and you weren’t quite sure if it was a compliment or not? Part of me wants to be offended at this response… and part of me can’t think of a […]
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What We’ve Been Up To This Spring in Brazil

What We’ve Been Up To This Spring in Brazil

It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into summer! The past few months have been full, busy, and encouraging as we’ve continued serving here in Brazil. We wanted to take a moment to share some of what we’ve been up to and how you can be praying for us in the months ahead. There are […]
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🌿Summer Ministry Update & Prayer Points 2026 🌿

🌿Summer Ministry Update & Prayer Points 2026 🌿

                ✈️June — Florida We will be flying to Sanford, Florida for four days to visit Ethnos360 “The Homes”, the missionary community where we plan to relocate in Spring 2027. This visit will help us begin preparing for that transition. Please pray for: · Clear direction as we […]
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Graveley News

Graveley News

Flying on Short Notice to Manaus Hello Friends and Family, As some of you know, these last few months have been full of moving and many changes. It all started with the move from our apartment to our own home at the end of January. I feel like we had just started to settle in […]
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Have you ever used a stapler?

Have you ever used a stapler?

How many of you have used a stapler before?  Or I suppose I should ask, how many of you have NEVER used a stapler?  I imagine that if you’re reading this and are over the age of 10 or so, using a stapler is something you’ve done lots of times and know how to do […]
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Is Anyone in the Hospital?

Is Anyone in the Hospital?

Occasionally, we will be greeted by someone in the morning by, “Is anyone in the hospital?”  Or, “Was there an ambulance here last night?”  Whatever happened to “Good morning!”? As chaplain, it has been our privilege to make several hospital visits during the past couple months to see residents of The Homes.  Some have been […]
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