Christ Made Ministries

On a not too windy day about a week ago, Raven wanted to go  outside to fly her kite. It was going alright, but it flew better when she ran.

We both tried and tried with limited success. As we were close to calling it quits, a Burmese man who Jay and I met many years ago in a house church we were all part of came walking up.

We have seen him here and there over the years. He is well-connected with the other Burmese people in our complex.

He asked if he could try our kite because we looked like we needed help (we did!). When he realized it wouldn’t fly, he said he would make one for Raven. He used to make them in Burma, he said.

A couple of days later, as we went out the back door, we found the kite in the photo above safely tucked between our door and mosquito net.

His kindness and faithfulness to craft a kite for our daughter warmed all of hearts! We are excited for a windy day to test it out and to thank him for the gift!

Recently, Raven and I (Patti) were playing soccer when a few of her friends in our complex wanted to join. It was me and a 5th grade boy vs. Raven, another 1st grade girl, and a 5th grade girl.

The grass was damp, but the rain had stopped.

I was primarily goalie. The big girl on the other team kicked hard and as I quickly headed to block, I slipped on the grass mid-turn.

I fell so hard on the grass and a little on the concrete. My right side and lower back were not happy with me. No visible bruising, but I could feel it.

The kids were very caring. I think they were  a little shocked when I just hopped up and kept playing.

I love getting to be there with my girl and her friends and to be a fun parent/aunt on the playground!

We have been asked to play a few times since, but have had to use a small ball as ours went flat on a different day.

The Group is growing.
This past week had someone new join the group from S. Africa.
Praise God for the Spiritual growth taking place in everyone’s hearts.
I have more on this to share later.

Thank you for investing in these people lives.
Its changing the world.

We have been investing heavily into people that are investing heavily into the world.

If you want to invest in us Spiritually – we would love your prayers.
Keep us close as you walk with God.

Our dear friend Hazeen in Iraq is open to the gospel. He is attending our Bible Studies too. Please pray for Him. Let us know your praying.

We have people joining the Bible Study from US, UK, and even from closed countries like IRAQ. You can join us in the Discord Bible Studies if your interested.

We are meeting on Wednesdays at 9:30 am EST.

Blessings,
Jay

On Wednesday, 6/25, Raven and I surprised Ro with a chocolate cake with chocolate icing. We got to spend about an hour with her, chatting and being there with her to share her fears, hurts, and frustrations. We smiled together and talked about good things.

Today, 7/1, very early in the morning, Ro passed away.

She was so loved and is already deeply missed.

She was poured into by several Christ followers for years. She has been prayed over by so many of you and other brothers and sisters in Christ. We don’t know what decision she made regarding her eternity, but we know her family follows Islam.

Pray for her parents as they grieve the loss of their oldest child, 16 years young. Pray for her 2 younger siblings. Pray for her friends, neighbors, and teachers.

Thank you for all of the ways you have prayed for this family! We praise God that we have a good relationship with them. Ask for us to have wisdom in caring for, grieving with, and walking alongside them in this tough time.