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almost Cuba time

 


Time is getting close for me to head back to Cuba to serve with the FCA (fellowship of christian athletes or MADEM in Cuba) team that are making a huge difference for Jesus in that country and beyond.  This will be my last trip for 2023 but more are being planned for the year to come.  Hard to believe all this started almost 5 years ago in the winter of 2019.


1 Corinthians 14:3  NLT  

But one who prophesies strengthens others, encourages them, and comforts them.


My work there is pretty simple.  I am to encourage those who are part of this ministry and their families.  What an honor it is to do that kind of work, to partner with incredible kingdom minded people who are passionate about sharing Jesus.


On this trip we will be working our way across Cuba from East to West.  What I ask you to do is pray in the following ways…


Pray for the ministry workers and their families.  There are 10 to 12 employees who serve full or part time and are led by Alex.  Pray for the resources they need for their families and ministry.  Life in Cuba is very different from what we know in the USA.


Pray for the ministry efforts of this trip.  There will be lots of training opportunities, prayer times, sports events and so much more.


Pray for traveling needs.  This would include my flights, but the largest need is transportation in Cuba as vehicles are difficult, fuel is often hard to find and mechanical issues are common.


Pray for those who need Jesus.  This would include young athletes, coaches and their families as well as neighbors all around.  Pray for churches that partner to serve people and share the Gospel.


Finally, pray for those here in the United States that are ministry partners.  Pray for our families.  Pray for the money and resources like sports equipment, food and so much more.


Thank you for joining me in this ministry.  I look forward to sharing in the weeks ahead what God is doing in Cuba through FCA.  What a good and awesome God we serve.


Psalm 90:17  NLT  

And may the Lord our God show us his approval and make our efforts successful. Yes, make our efforts successful!

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