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Pacaas Novos tribe, Brazil (December 30th, 2008): Delegations from 17 villages came to a leadership conference for the Pacaas Novos church this month. Pacaas Novos pastors taught from Romans. Thank the Lord with us for the work He is doing among these people.

Brazil (December 23rd, 2008): Christopher and Ginger Mackey arrived in Brazil last week, and are preparing to begin ministry there. Thank the Lord with us for the excellent progress they have made in learning Portuguese.

Pacaas Novos tribe, Brazil (December 22nd, 2008): Missionary Zenilson Bezerra's recent check of a Bible translation got off to a slow start, but then went so well that one Pacaas Novos man said it was as if God's Word was speaking directly to him. Thank the Lord with us for good progress and clear translation.

Brazil (December 19th, 2008): Two manifestos were presented to congressmen Wednesday that support the work missionaries are doing in Brazil. Please pray that current legislation that would affect missionaries in tribal areas be impeded until the matter is looked at more thoroughly on a broader scale. Find out more -- read the story >>

Brazil (December 17th, 2008): New legislation could remove missionaries from tribal locations. At a meeting this week representatives from several evangelical mission boards spoke to government representatives about making changes to the document. Please pray that their voice will be heard and that ministries among the tribal people can continue. Find out more -- read the story >>

Yanomami tribe, Brazil (December 12th, 2008): Please pray for Yanomami believers to stand strong and faithful even as the culture around them seeks to build up the number of witch doctors in the area. Find out more -- read the story >>

Brazil (December 11th, 2008): Leaders of NTM Aviation met with another group this week to discuss a mission aviation program to serve church planters in remote tribal areas in western Brazil. The meetings went well and all parties were positive about a partnership developing. Please pray for all the pieces to come together.

Yanomami tribe, Brazil (December 2nd, 2008): Sergio, a Yanomami believer, was delighted with God's provision for his family. Pray that he and other Yanomamis will be encouraged in their faith as they see God's generous provision. Find out more -- read the story >>

Yanomami tribe, Brazil (November 24th, 2008): A Yanomami Bible teacher has been invited to meet with witchdoctors who want to see more young men taking up their trade. Please pray that Brais will have wisdom and that his faith in Christ will speak to hearts. Find out more -- read the story >>

Yanomami tribe, Brazil (November 14th, 2008): Yanomami church leaders are taking difficult steps to discourage infanticide. Pray that this helps not only end the practice, but draw unbelieving Yanomamis to God. Find out more -- read the story >>

Guanano tribe, Brazil (November 5th, 2008): More Guananos are testifying of their faith in Christ. Pray for their growth. Find out more -- read the story >>

Pai Tavy Tera tribe, Brazil (November 3rd, 2008): Nine missionary candidates from Brazil recently traveled to Paraguay to observe teaching methods among the Pai Tavy Teras. Please pray that what they saw will help them to effectively minister. Pray too that Pai believers will continue growing in their faith. Find out more -- read the story >>

Yanomami tribe, Brazil (October 27th, 2008): Agusto, a Yanomami believer, prayed that God would supply a fish to feed his family. He was delighted when God immediately answered his prayer. Praise God that Agusto's faith was strengthened as he saw God's provision. Find out more -- read the story >>

Brazil (October 17th, 2008): Teacher Karla Olsen and her class met the governor of the state when bad weather forced his helicopter to land on school property. Please pray for the teachers and missionary children as they live and learn in other cultures. Find out more -- read the story >>

Yanomami tribe, Brazil (September 29th, 2008): A husband and wife who profess faith in Christ saddened the hearts of church leader Brais and missionary Mike Hartman when they called upon a witchdoctor to deal with the wife's illness. Please pray that this couple will keep their eyes on Christ and trust Him completely. Pray too for the wife's health to improve. Find out more -- read the story >>

Yanomami tribe, Brazil (September 24th, 2008): Thank the Lord for the Yanomami believers' recent opportunity to gather with believers from 46 people groups. Pray that their encouragement at seeing God working far and wide will stimulate their church. Find out more -- read the story >>

Guanano tribe, Brazil (September 9th, 2008): Moses and Delfina are expecting harsh criticism for burying their stillborn child without doing Guanano death rituals. The couple is seeking to demonstrate their trust in God to the community. Pray for God's strength to stand and that they will experience God's comfort in their loss. Find out more -- read the story >>

Brazil (August 22nd, 2008): A big conference will be put on by indigenous believers in Brazil next month. Pray that God will lead many to make disciples -- and that they will obey His leading. Find out more -- read the story >>

Brazil (August 18th, 2008): Leaders from the Pacaas Novos churches are seeking wisdom on qualifications of elders and other leadership principles. Pray that God will direct their decisions concerning shepherding the churches. Find out more -- read the story >>

Brazil (July 28th, 2008): One missionary couple who is retiring wants their property in Brazil to continue as a place of fellowship and encouragement. Another couple considering buying the property wants to do just that. Please pray for God's direction and provision. Find out more -- read the story >>