Montana Bound

 Hi Everyone!

Summer is here and that means one thing - we are returning to Montana!

Montana is where we met at Bible School, got married and started in ministry over 40 years ago. We lived there for 10 years before moving to Las Vegas.

It is such a treat to get back to "Big Sky Country" and enjoy the beauty of the Bitterroot Valley.  It will be a time of ministry and visiting with friends and family.  We'll be in Montana from June 10th until July 25th.

There are still a few open dates on our calendar; if you or your church would like to have us speak - please send an e-mail to gary@gwunlimited.com.

Here's our ministry schedule so far. Visit the links for the the specific church or ministry to check for  changes and updates on locations and times.

• Wednesday June 22nd -  6 p.m. The Place Youth Group, Hamilton 
  
• Sunday June 26th - 10:30 a.m. at Barnabas Ministries, Hamilton 
• Thursday July 7th - Awakening Youth Camp, CrossPoint Church, Corvallis
• Sunday July 10th  - 10:30 a.m. House of Praise, Victor
• Tuesday July 12th - 6:30 p.m. Ladies Meeting, CrossPoint Church, Corvallis
• Sunday July 17th - 10 a.m. CrossPoint Church, Corvallis
• Tuesday July 19th -  10:00 a.m. Women of Worship,  at Light of the Valley, Stevensville
• Saturday July 23rd - 9 a.m. Men's Breakfast, CrossPoint Church, Corvallis
• Sunday July 24th - 10:30 a.m. at Barnabas Ministries, Hamilton 

Thank You for faithfully standing with us through your prayers and financial gifts as we walk out the destiny the Lord has set before us.  Words can never express  how important you are to us.

Our continual prayer for you is that our Heavenly Father will give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation of Him and that you would be continually overwhelmed by His goodness and love towards you!

Blessings - Gary & Pat

Enjoy more Montana scenes at www.Montana1aDay.com.  Thanks Cyndy for sharing your talent.

   

  

A Time For Harvest

May God be gracious to us and bless us 

and make his face to shine upon us, 

that your way may be known on earth,
your saving power among all nations.

let all the peoples praise you!" Psalm 67:1-3  ESV

Although war is in front of our eyes, God's declaration is: 'Its not time for war but its time for HARVEST!'

Pat and I are receiving tremendous reports from our Partners in  Southeast Asia.  People are open to the Gospel. Rejoice as we share these praise reports with you.

From Cambodia our pastor reports, 'God is working amazingly!  God has healed many people and delivered many that were demon possessed.  Now the whole community is turning to Jesus.  Lots of people are waiting for me and my church planters to come back. We did baptism for 15 families and 10 more families want to get baptized. God is doing miracles and many are wanting to hear about Jesus. Praise God for your financial help.  The harvest is ready to reap.  Thank you everyone for their help and prayers.'

From Myanmar, after two months of silence, they report "We are safe at this time, even though there is fighting in the hills around us. We are planning to have a seminar to share the gospel to the youth during April. Please pray for their salvation."  (Read our previous report on Myanmary's military takeover)

From India, our Partners are continuing Gospel outreaches to villages and neighborhoods. Children receive help with school work and Bible teaching.  New outreach has begun in an area where the people are all unbelievers. An outdoor meeting was planned, but was strongly opposed by the BJP (the current radical Hindu ruling party) so they rented a hall to hold meetings. 

From Sri Lanka, government curfews, shortages of food, electricity and cooking oil (gas) affect life for everyone, especially the poor.   Our Partners recently held an eye clinic and are distributing food to many families.  Sharing the love of Jesus, as they encourage, pray, and bring hope.   

It's harvest time.  "So let's not get tired of doing what is good.  At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up. Galatians 6:9 NLT

People need hope.  People need Jesus.  Be encouraged.  Reach out and share Jesus love and hope with those in your circle of influence.   You are a blessing to us, and to many around the world.   

Blessings ~ Gary & Pat

Giving Joyful Thanks to God

You are a blessing in our lives, and to those God has called us to minister to.  Because of your heart of love, your faithful prayers, and generous giving, the love of Jesus continues to be shared with many people in countries around the world. 

Most of the nations we travel to remain closed to international travel.  Through the generous support of our donors, we have been able to send finances to our ministry partners in Thailand, Cambodia, India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Ghana.  They are taking the opportunity to reach out with practical help, food, medicine, all in the name of Jesus. Families are being cared for, the Gospel is being preached, people are receiving Jesus as Savior and receiving water baptism.

So, two good things will result from this ministry of giving—the needs of the believers … will be met, and they will joyfully express their thanks to God.   2 Corinthians 9:12 NLT

The nation of Myanmar (formerly Burma) is heavy on our hearts. 

Myanmar is the scene of the longest civil war in the world, which began in 1948. Christians are vulnerable to persecution by insurgent groups and the army, and more than 100,000 Christians in the north live in Internal Displacement Camps (IDPs) where they are deprived of access to food and health care. 

On February 1, 2021, the Myanmar military took over the nation, arresting and deposing the elected officials.  The Burmese people protested, and the military responded with violence and death.  Communication and news were cut off for weeks at a time.  Our contacts have been in touch when they have internet access.  Photos they sent show villages being burned, people fleeing through the jungle. They remain safe for the moment, even while packing and preparing if they need to flee their village.

Why? It’s a combination of persecution against primarily Christian tribes, and the military’s goal to consolidate their power and rule through fear and oppression.

Will you pray with us for Myanmar and the Nations: Lord Jesus, bring peace to the ongoing conflict impacting so many nations, and provide ways for Christians who’ve been internally displaced to return home. Comfort, strengthen and heal all believers affected by violence. Thank You for the many people who’ve boldly given their lives to You, despite opposition from their family and local community. Help them to stand strong and grow in their faith, and may their transformation touch the lives of their loved ones. Amen.

Against all odds, the church is active and alive. Persecution is rising – but that only happens where Christians are living out their faith and taking a stand for the gospel even when it costs the most.

Regardless of what changes in our world, in our lives; when things don’t look the way they used to; when challenges and loss overwhelm our hearts; or during seasons when things are going well – we rejoice in the unchanging love and faithfulness of our amazing God.

Jesus told his disciples to rejoice that their names were written in Heaven (Luke 10:20). It is the greatest blessing of all - the gift of eternal life through Jesus.

What Church Looks Like

During this season of Thanksgiving, may your heart be encouraged and renewed as we rejoice together giving joyful thanks to the Father, because He we share in the kingdom of His light. 

We pray this so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God,  being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience,  and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light. Colossians 1:10-12 NIV

With thankful hearts - Gary and Pat

Food Distribution & Sharing Jesus' Love

Eye Vision Clinic

Good News To Share!

'Thank you' cannot convey the gratitude we feel for your ongoing support in finances and prayer.

Although we are unable to travel overseas at this time, we are able to send financial support to our ministry partners in Thailand, Cambodia, India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Ghana.

Here's a brief update on Sri Lanka, which has been in lockdown for several months. Food supplies are hard to find, food shortage is an issue as only a few shops are open, the cost of living has gone up drastically.  

Our ministry partners sent this report:
    We managed to get 25 packs of food stuff for the students at Adara Sevana (School for the Differently-Abled). They were really blessed and we told them that it was from you, and they wished blessings to both of you.  Special thank you and greetings from Chanuka, the blind boy.

    God is really good to us. We are thankful to him.  As we are in lockdown and the government is trying to stop importing stuff, we have a scarcity of some food.  God lead us to the place where we can get what is needed, milk powder was a blessing.

  

Pat and I want you to know how much we value your love, your prayers, your support and every encouraging word;  it all makes an impact in the lives of those you help  minister to and brings glory to God!

"This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of the Lord’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, others will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone else." 
2 Corinthians 9:12-13

Blessings  - Gary

After Montana and a BIG Announcement

Our time in Montana truly was rich and full. It was great to escape the heat of Las Vegas. Montana also has experienced unusually hot temperatures, but the cool evenings and mornings make it pleasant and refreshing. Scripture says that God walked with Adam and Eve in the cool of the day, and that's how we felt as we spent time with Him enjoying the beauty of His creation.

An extended stay gave us time to fellowship with our network of friends, family and churches.  We were privileged to shared at several church meetings, ladies groups, a men's breakfast, and a youth group that raised funds to help with overseas missions. What a joy to see young people with a heart for God and helping others. 

We joked that we were 'getting fat on people's love', as we shared meals together, encouraging  and strengthening each other in the Lord.  

And now for an exciting announcement - we've published the first edition of our book! It's called 'No Problem. The Adventures & Misadventures of a Couple Who Said "YES" to God.'

You can get your copy two ways:

1. The self-published paperback version is just $5 and includes postage within the US.  Click here to order and pay online with credit or debit card.  

2. The Kindle e-book is available on  Amazon for $1.99.  Follow this link: No Problem Kindle E-book

Click here to enjoy a sample. It's written as if we were sitting across the table sharing a cup of coffee or tea, sharing stories of God's goodness and mercy.

Our prayer for you during this season of your life is from Ephesians 1:17-18 in The Passion Translation: "I pray that the Father of glory, the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, would impart to you the riches of the Spirit of wisdom and the Spirit of revelation to know him through your deepening intimacy with him.  I pray that the light of God will illuminate the eyes of your imagination, flooding you with light, until you experience the full revelation of the hope of his calling—that is, the wealth of God’s glorious inheritances that he finds in us, his holy ones!"  

The Journey is exciting. Our God is Amazing.  Stay Strong ~ Pat & Gary

A GREAT OPPORTUNITY!

With the countries where we minister still in lockdown, we felt to spend more time in Montana. It's a great opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Big Sky Country, visit family and friends, and share the Word of God.  

We will be flying into Missoula Friday, June 11, returning to Las Vegas Monday, July 26.

Here is our meeting schedule so far:

If you would like to invite us to share at a church service or home group - please send us an e-mail.

• Wednesday, June 16 - 6:00 pm Youth Night with The Place Church,
  at the paintball field Hamilton, MT  with Pastors Jesse & Michelle Haynie
  
  
• Sunday, June 20 -10:30 am at "Barnabas Ministry," Hamilton, MT
  with Pastor Nancy Pendergast
  
  
• Sunday, July 11 -10:30 am at "Barnabas Ministry," Hamilton, MT
  with Pastor Nancy Pendergast
  
  
• Thursday, July 15th - 10:00 am at "Women of Worship," Missoula MT
  with Pastor Lorraine Andrusky
  
  
• Sunday, July 18th - 10:00 am at "CrossPoint Church," Corvallis, MT
  with Pastors Scot and Shelly Colwell
  
  
• Sunday, July 25th - 10:30 am at "House of Praise," Victor MT
  with Pastors Jim and Lorraine Andrusky

(For details on any of these meetings just reply to this e-mail and let us know what you need)

Our prayer for you is that you will be keenly aware that the Lord's goodness and mercy is following you, guarding you, every day of your life.

See you in Montana ~ Gary

Click here to listen to Gary's encouraging teaching "Catalyst" shared recently at Meadows Fellowship, Las Vegas, Nevada.

The Message Continues - Christ is Risen!

Happy Resurrection Sunday!  We celebrate the new life that Jesus gives and welcome the season of Spring as it brings new life and growth in the natural.

"He is not here; He is risen, just as He said.  Come and see the place where He lay." Mt. 28:6

During the past year, COVID-19 caused lockdowns throughout our world. People thought that it would stop the advancement of the Gospel, as churches were either closed or attendance drastically reduced.

While Pat and I are still unable to travel internationally, our partners around the world report that the message of Christ's resurrection and Lordship is advancing.  Churches are reopening, evangelism is expanding, home groups are being established, families are being cared for, the Gospel is being preached and people are receiving Jesus as Savior and receiving water baptism.

Cambodia:  local pastors are evangelizing, holding Church home services, conducting water baptisms, and caring for families with food supplies.

Sri Lanka: eye clinics are being held in remote villages, discipleship training and church services have resumed.  

India: the Community Development Center has reopened. School tutoring, Bible classes, sewing and guitar lesson are being held to proclaim Jesus and evangelize the area. The inventory of eye glasses  is being replenished so Eye Clinics can be held.

The Gospel is being shared, nothing can stop it and no one can limit it! Remember, just as nothing can stop the gospel from being proclaimed, nothing can stop God's plan for your life!

 

May you and your family be blessed with abundant joy, peace and happiness this Easter!    Gary