As the initial chaos in the aftermath of Alfredo’s death settles down, we want to say thank you to all of you who specifically prayed for us. At this time Alfredo’s family is still seeking justice, and going about the paperwork process involved in the Ecuadorian penal system, but the murderers are still at large. This has caused some concern to Gilberto and his family as his life was threatened as well. Amidst the sad tragedy we have had many good opportunities to speak to the believers about the truths found in God’s word. Many questions about life after death, what is necessary for salvation, where does the spirit of the dead reside, etc. have been voiced. The Awá believe that the spirit of the dead person takes the form of a big black shadowy person with a white shirt which roams around and visit the houses and places that he walked when he was alive. This spirit will only leave and go on to heaven if they do everything correctly during the burial, and subsequent “honor” festival held on the anniversary of the burial. Thank you for your prayers as the Lord uses the light of His Word to disperse the darkness!
As October began I was glad to turn over my responsibilities as field director back to Edgar Luz. I have a new first hand understanding of the weight that he will carry as he settles in again. He arrived from his short furlough in Germany the beginning of this month, and is presently trying to set up house again and find a reliable vehicle. Please join us in praying for him and the challenges he will face as he leads the field here.
In Christ,
Kevin
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