Three more souls were added to the Lord's kingdom this past Sunday in Jacarepaguá. 

Graças (wearing blue) started studying the Bible with me in February.  She is ready to get involved and in fact cooked a lunch for all the couples this past Sunday.  Her cheery disposition and desire to learn more make her a joy to be around.

You might not guess it from her short stature but Ellen is 16 years old.  Her parents and older sister are already believers.  Ellen is the first one in her class (ages 13-16) to become a disciple.  Please pray that her decision might help some of the other teenagers to reflect on their need to commit their lives to Jesus.

Marcos Aurelio (in the white shirt) has known Marcos Aurelio (wearing beige) since they were kids in an orphanage.  Our new brother Marcos Aurelio has been studying God's word for the past several months.  He went with the men to the retreat in São Paulo earlier this month.  And he has shown a genuine desire to follow the Lord.

Speaking of growth, the work on the church building is slowly moving ahead.  Funds are running out, but we are using what is left to add a temporary worship area.

Thank you for your prayers for God's church in Rio de Janeiro!