SAVAGE SIGHTINGS
UPDATES
Day to day life continues steadily forward as for several hours a day we plug away at studying & learning Spanish. It is hard to believe we are approaching the end of our year in fulltime language learning. When we stepped off the plane we knew very little Spanish and had a difficult time even ordering food. However, slowly but surely God has enabled us to learn and we are becoming more and more functional in Spanish. Of-course some days are better than others, but overall we are beginning to see the results of the fruit of our labor and of your prayers, support, and encouragement.
This is exciting to us, as we know that without knowing the language it is almost impossible to communicate the truths of God’s Word with people and that of-course is the reason we came.
I (Brad) have shared my testimony (in Spanish) and taught a small Bible lesson at the local church we attend. I was also asked to preach (in English) and did so with the help of a translator. The pastor has asked me to prepare a lesson every few weeks or so. This is a great opportunity because I get to practice Spanish and teach God’s Word!
Thank you! Thank you all for your much appreciated and much needed prayers!
UPDATES
Day to day life continues steadily forward as for several hours a day we plug away at studying & learning Spanish. It is hard to believe we are approaching the end of our year in fulltime language learning. When we stepped off the plane we knew very little Spanish and had a difficult time even ordering food. However, slowly but surely God has enabled us to learn and we are becoming more and more functional in Spanish. Of-course some days are better than others, but overall we are beginning to see the results of the fruit of our labor and of your prayers, support, and encouragement.
This is exciting to us, as we know that without knowing the language it is almost impossible to communicate the truths of God’s Word with people and that of-course is the reason we came.
I (Brad) have shared my testimony (in Spanish) and taught a small Bible lesson at the local church we attend. I was also asked to preach (in English) and did so with the help of a translator. The pastor has asked me to prepare a lesson every few weeks or so. This is a great opportunity because I get to practice Spanish and teach God’s Word!
Thank you! Thank you all for your much appreciated and much needed prayers!
February 2013
Prayer Request
Pray that we continue to advance in
our language capabilities
Pray for our vehicle situation here
Pray for continued relationships to be
built
Pray for us as we plan our 1st furlough
Specifically: For a vehicle to drive
while in the USA & for other
opportunities to share at churches
Planning a Trip Back to the USA!
We are planning our first
furlough to the USA toward the
end of this year. The dates are
October 16, 2013 thru February
12, 2014.
We hope this time is not only encouraging but also refreshing to us as we prepare to return to Ecuador.
While in the states we are available to preach, teach, or share our experiences thus far in Ecuador to you, your church, or Sunday School class.
Our available dates are listed on the right. We will schedule times on a 1st come 1st serve basis, but would love to come and share our hearts or preach the Word.
Vehicle Needed
As of yet we do not have a mode of transportation while in the states. We need a vehicle that seats at least 6. If you or your church has one or knows of one we could use or rent (cost effectively), PLEASE contact us so we can make arrangements. Thank You!
Available Sunday Dates
We hope this time is not only encouraging but also refreshing to us as we prepare to return to Ecuador.
While in the states we are available to preach, teach, or share our experiences thus far in Ecuador to you, your church, or Sunday School class.
Our available dates are listed on the right. We will schedule times on a 1st come 1st serve basis, but would love to come and share our hearts or preach the Word.
Vehicle Needed
As of yet we do not have a mode of transportation while in the states. We need a vehicle that seats at least 6. If you or your church has one or knows of one we could use or rent (cost effectively), PLEASE contact us so we can make arrangements. Thank You!
Available Sunday Dates
November 17th & 24th
December 1st, 8th, 15th, & 22nd
January 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th
*** We are also available during the week as well.***
Dates Already Reserved
October 20th (FBC Macon, TN)
October 31st – November 2nd
(Global Outreach Conference: Tupelo, MS)
Nov. 3rd – Nov. 10th
(Global Impact Conference @ Kirby Woods Baptist Church)
Special Request
December 1st, 8th, 15th, & 22nd
January 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th
*** We are also available during the week as well.***
Dates Already Reserved
October 20th (FBC Macon, TN)
October 31st – November 2nd
(Global Outreach Conference: Tupelo, MS)
Nov. 3rd – Nov. 10th
(Global Impact Conference @ Kirby Woods Baptist Church)
Special Request
We have been in Ecuador for 11 months, and during that time we have taken taxis or buses everywhere we
have gone. This is interesting at times because there are six of us and the average taxi here is a small Kia type
car. Learning to take a bus here has been equally challenging especially when we all go. The buses (although
larger) attempt to pack in as many people as possible and redefine your limits of “personal space.”
Although it has been unusual and difficult not to drive for 11 months, it has been manageable. Manageable because we have been in full-time language school and our need to travel a lot has been minimum. However, as we approach the end of language school and begin to transition from full-time language learning to work in the missions’ fields of Ecuador we are in need of a car. A former missionary in Ecuador has generously given us a car, but is has been in need of many repairs to make it functional and as of yet it has not been out of the shop. There is another important issue with the car as well. If eventually we are able to get that vehicle it only seats 5 persons safely, and unfortunately someone will have to sit in the back trunk area. We are praying that funds will be provided for a larger and more reliable vehicle.
Our special request is to fill a NECESSITY for not only for our missions work here, but also for the safety of our family. Cars are more expensive here than in the USA but we can find a used-roomy but reliable van for $20,000 to $25,000. We ask that each of you please PRAY and ask the Lord to see if He is leading you to contribute to this need. If you are led to do so please donate to Global Outreach International, P.O. Box 1, Tupelo, MS 38802 account # 3698 or go to www.globaloutreach.org and scroll down to our names and click donate & write “For Vehicle account # 3698” THANK YOU!
Although it has been unusual and difficult not to drive for 11 months, it has been manageable. Manageable because we have been in full-time language school and our need to travel a lot has been minimum. However, as we approach the end of language school and begin to transition from full-time language learning to work in the missions’ fields of Ecuador we are in need of a car. A former missionary in Ecuador has generously given us a car, but is has been in need of many repairs to make it functional and as of yet it has not been out of the shop. There is another important issue with the car as well. If eventually we are able to get that vehicle it only seats 5 persons safely, and unfortunately someone will have to sit in the back trunk area. We are praying that funds will be provided for a larger and more reliable vehicle.
Our special request is to fill a NECESSITY for not only for our missions work here, but also for the safety of our family. Cars are more expensive here than in the USA but we can find a used-roomy but reliable van for $20,000 to $25,000. We ask that each of you please PRAY and ask the Lord to see if He is leading you to contribute to this need. If you are led to do so please donate to Global Outreach International, P.O. Box 1, Tupelo, MS 38802 account # 3698 or go to www.globaloutreach.org and scroll down to our names and click donate & write “For Vehicle account # 3698” THANK YOU!
Contact Information
Brad & Kim Savage
Alayna, Carolyn, Kyle, & Gray
(901)405-4747
savageb@globaloutreach.org
savagesinecuador.blogspot.com
Please Send Donations To:
Global Outreach International P.O. Box 1
Brad & Kim Savage
Alayna, Carolyn, Kyle, & Gray
(901)405-4747
savageb@globaloutreach.org
savagesinecuador.blogspot.com
Please Send Donations To:
Global Outreach International P.O. Box 1
Tupelo, MS 38802 Account # 3377 orFor Vehicle Account # 3698
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