December 2007
"The time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord." Luke 2: 6-11 NIV
Mexico
This month the directors and children in "Casa de Refugio" House of Refuge, would all like to wish a very Merry Christmas to all of our partners, prayer supporters and friends.
Francisco and Chela: "Thanks to everyone who helps us do the work of this ministry.
We love fulfilling the call of God on our lives and at the same time to have the opportunity to repair broken lives of children. It is a great blessing to meet members of the body of Christ from other nations."
Abraham and Anna: "Feliz Navidad to all of those who help us and pray for us.
It is a privilege for us to be able to do this work. Thanks to everyone who has given to our children, loved them and prayed for them. We know we will see many of you in heaven and will thank you there for all your help."
The Children want to say thanks to everyone who sends gifts and helps us. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We love to have visitors come and help us with the construction, but mostly we love the great times we have with everyone. We thank you for playing with us and ministering to us.
Our children are like any other children. They need love, protection and Jesus and that is what we try and give to them with your help.
Philippines
All of the pastors and workers in the Philippines would also like to wish a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of those who help them fulfill the ministries God has called them to.
Philippine Pastors: "Thank you for supporting this ministry. Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year to all who help us."
Those Pastors who are receiving support to do mission works in the mountains, reaching the mountain tribes, wish to express special thanks and Merry Christmas to their individual supporters. Those of you who support these pastors, know that your sacrificial giving is greatly appreciated and bearing fruit for eternity.
Those of you who are supporting pastors to plant churches and pioneer ministries, your giving is expanding the kingdom of God. May God bless you abundantly for all you do. The pioneering pastors want to wish you a blessed Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
Ron & Bernadette also want to take this opportunity to wish Merry Christmas to all of our partners, prayer supporters and friends. May God bless and prosper everyone who has helped us to preach the gospel and help the poor in the last year. May the presence and peace of God fill your homes and hearts this Christmas. May the year to come bring you closer to Jesus and may your life be more pleasing to Him than ever before.
Please take some time and pray about your giving for next year. We ask you to pray and see if God would have you give to RMI or increase your giving. We have many projects scheduled for the coming year and you are all a part of what God is doing.
Thank you for your prayers and support. Ron & Bernadette Gartner
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