Be still, and know that I am God;
Psalm 46:10
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Pastor Micah Wildauer & Family
The Belize Mission Society is happy to share that Pastor Micah and Robin Wildauer along with their children, Samuel, Elizabeth, David and Lydia, safely arrived in Belize on Saturday February 13, 2021.
The BMS is looking forward to seeing how God will work through our missionary friends in the field. Please pray for the Wildauer family as they transition into their new home, new country and new call for God's work.
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It has been hard for our team members to not to be together over the past year. We all miss serving together, traveling together, growing in our faith together, and being with our friends in Belize together. Here are some of our teams:
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St. Matthew's Barrington Illinois - October 2019.
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Christ Lutheran & Redeemer Lincoln NE, Resurrection St. Louis MO, Trinity St. Louis MO, Holy Cross Alrington TX, Peace Waverly NE, Pathfinders St. Louis MO, Bethel Lutheran Dallas TX, St. John Seward NE, Salem Lutheran Affton MO, June 2019
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Immanuel Lutheran Church Belvidere Illinois, Grace Lutheran DeWitt Iowa
June 2019
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Special Food Bank Distribution
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The Belize Mission Society in conjunction with Chairman Jose, Miss Maretha and Miss Harriet initiated a Special Food Bank Distribution on Valentine's Day. The feeding program participants and community members who are most in need are being cared for through this collaboration.
The leaders in Seine Bight continue to monitor the need for special food distributions. The BMS will continue to work with the leaders in the village to help support those most in need of essential supplies.
We are so thankful for the relationship of mutual respect that has grown during this time of distance. Your continued support makes this possible.
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Scholarships
Following up with Students
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Our Scholarship Students have been on my heart since the beginning of the pandemic. Last month I shared that not all of the students had devices to effectively attend online classes or submit home work. I have great news to share!
Principal Longsworth at Independence High School was able to secure tablets for ALL of our students! I have been able to go online and see that ALL of our students are submitting their assignments and doing their best to play catch up. Grades for the students will be available at the end of the week. I am prepared for this semester to be a semester of grace and understanding.
Miss Harriet has played a big role in keeping the students on track with encouragement and resources. What a blessing she has been to the Belize Mission Society.
- 13 current enrolled Independence High School (IHS) Form 1- 4
- 5 current enrolled for college (Form 6 and higher)
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Our Facebook Group has 754 members! What a great way for all of us to stay in fellowship. Did you know that 465 members of this group are in Belize? Here is where we can continue to talk about our love of Jesus, His grace, our faith and our friendship.
Not in the group? No problem!! Ask to join by visiting this link JOIN
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This Facebook Group shares devotions daily 'Live" at 9:00 am CST. It is a private group, therefore only those in the group can view the devotions.
HELP! Will you share a devotion on a topic of your choosing that is 5 - 10 minutes in length in this private group? Contact Miss Sue or Miss Cathy.
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You still have time to direct your Thrivent Choice Dollars!
Did you know that you can direct your Thrivent Choice Dollars to the Belize Mission Society? Thrivent sets aside money to donate on your behalf. Take advantage of this benefit that can also support the mission field you are passionate about that costs you nothing but your time.
Not sure how to direct your Choice Dollars? Check out this link:
Thrivent Action Team & Choice Dollar Info
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You shop! Amazon gives! Here is another way to take advantage of a charitible opportunity that costs you only your time to set up the Belize Mission Society as your Charitable organization. I only wish I was aware of this before Christmas . . we will be ready for next year!
Join me and assign the BMS through Amazon Smile.
Start Shopping with Amazon Smile
Help to Set Up Amazon Smile
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A Note from the Executive Director
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Hi Friends of Belize Mission Society,
Great news . . We updated the website! The nerdy side of me enjoyed every minute of creating, editing and finalizing our new look. Take some time and check out the website by clicking on the link below:
Belize Mission Society Website
In a normal year, our mission team leaders would be working hard on organizing their teams, planning meetings, investigating flight information, making our plans for when we are in the village and reserving their team's on the calendar. This is the second summer that our teams must stay home. So hard for us all who miss each other.
As mentioned in previous newsletters, we plan to send a small Recon Team to investigate available resources. There is a tentative plan to go in April. We are doing the best we can to make sure we are prepared for all possible obstacles as well as care for ourselves and our friends in Belize. Because we are "palm trees" there is are alternative dates set in June.
I have to say this has been a challenging year for us all. But, I lift my eyes to Jesus and thank Him for this opportunity. Through this time of distance from Belize I can't help but feel a closer connection to our friends in the village. Our Facebook Group as offered us an opportunity to have fellowship and grow in our relationships. I am thankful for the time allowed to update the website, to organize the BMS and to learn more about the BMS and appreciate the history on how we got to where we are today. God has been faithful and continues to bless us!
Please pray for the BMS and her Board as we make decisions on the right time to send the Recon Team. Pray for our scholarship students, students in the feeding program, the Village Council and all leaders in the village. Give thanks to our God for the many gifts He has provided for us while we "wait" and "be still" to know His timing in our return.
Go in peace and serve the Lord,
With much love,
His humble servant,
Cathy
Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know that I am God;
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