Dear Brethren,

Greetings from not so very cold Kentucky. Beverly and I have been enjoying the nice mild winter that we brought up from South America as a special gift to you. No, we didn't have anything to do with the weather. It all belongs to our God. He loves me so much that He has made the days warmer than usual for this time of year.

My last letter told you about our newest missionary, Brother Tito and wife. Well, now let me tell you the next chapter. Just before I left Brazil I made arrangements for them to come from Peru to Cruzeiro do Sul. Brother Antonio from our mission on the border brought them to town. I wanted our church to get to know them personally. Also, Tito’s wife had some serious health problems that they could not seem to get taken care of in Peru.

Here are some of the things that our home church did for them: Brother Tito preached and gave his testimony. The church gave him a standing ovation. Our members took this Indian couple into their homes and cared for them for the few weeks that they were there. The church took care of all of Idelia’s doctor visits, tests and medicine. When it came time for them to go back up river the church gave them a special offering of over $500.00 and loaded their boat down with food, clothing and other household goods. We have taught our church to love missions and missionaries.

I was not surprised to hear from our pastors that our church’s regular offerings were a record. Our average tithes and offerings are about $7,000.00. In December we had over $18,000.00! I wonder what made those offerings jump up like that???

We now have less than three months left in our furlough and most of our dates are already taken. Nevertheless, if your church would like a visit, we will try to work in a date. Many pastors don’t like to invite missionaries for a Wednesday night, but don’t be shy. We are not going to look at the size of the crowd.

There are a few small items that we need for our work and would like to purchase before we return to the field. We need a GPS unit which costs $500.00. This is the time to buy that satellite phone. The phone cost about $1,000.00 and the annual package of minutes cost $700.00. Then we would like to buy an engine for year round shallow water use. It costs $4,500.00. Would you visit this site to see the motor? www.mudbuddy.com

Time to go south for the winter conference. I hope to see many of you soon.

Several people noticed that my email address was wrong in my last letter. The correct address is: mdcreig@aol.com and Bev’s is beverly_creiglow@hotmail.com While I am on the road you can also reach me at this number: (859) 619-5026 (cell phone).

Beverly and I have really enjoyed the visit with our supporting churches. Thanks to all. God bless all of you and thanks so much for your faithful prayers and financial support. I realize that we don’t come to the States that often for furlough to visit you and report directly about the work. Our last term was five and a half years. Still you continue to take care of us. Thanks.

In Christ,

Mike Creiglow