Saturday, September 9, 2017
Summer Deputation comes to an end.
This summer has been a wonderful time getting to know more people, churches, and connections. We have traveled at least 10,000 miles on our van that has over 250,000 miles on it! What a blessing to know it is still running and functioning fine! The only problem we had was when we ran over a nail.
This past week we spoke at our final church in Ohio. After that we went to Kentucky to visit with Natasha's brother and family for a day or two and are currently in limbo to move or not till the hurricane moves through Florida. We highly desire to be home but know we want to stay safe in a secure location.
We trust God to get us safely back to Florida with a loaded van and a mama that is on her 30th week of pregnancy. We also want to praise God that the need of a computer has been fulfilled.
Sunday, August 20, 2017
ABWE appointed missionaries
Hello family and friends,
As we have been busy with our deputation travels and the appointing of us becoming official ABWE (www.abwe.org) missionaries, we wanted to take a short moment for everyone to hear a little about the change and to explain a little better for you to understand.
ABWE has almost 90 year of experience in missions with over 900 missionaries all over the world. Their mission is focused in discipleship which is very well aligned with our vision for the ministry in the amazon.
We have seen God opening doors and working in great ways in our lives. We pray that he will keep growing our faith, filling us more with the Holy Spirit and have a clear focus to share with others the ministry.
Prayer Requests:
- Both of our computers died this past month. Please pray this need will be fulfilled because we used them everyday.
-Natasha's pregnancy.
-Our last weeks of deputation, traveling, protection, provision and people interested in partnering with us in the ministry.
As we have been busy with our deputation travels and the appointing of us becoming official ABWE (www.abwe.org) missionaries, we wanted to take a short moment for everyone to hear a little about the change and to explain a little better for you to understand.
ABWE has almost 90 year of experience in missions with over 900 missionaries all over the world. Their mission is focused in discipleship which is very well aligned with our vision for the ministry in the amazon.
We have seen God opening doors and working in great ways in our lives. We pray that he will keep growing our faith, filling us more with the Holy Spirit and have a clear focus to share with others the ministry.
Prayer Requests:
- Both of our computers died this past month. Please pray this need will be fulfilled because we used them everyday.
-Natasha's pregnancy.
-Our last weeks of deputation, traveling, protection, provision and people interested in partnering with us in the ministry.
Friday, August 4, 2017
July update, continuation of deputation travels
Hello dear friends,
As we continue our travels we are so thankful for what God is doing and how he is working in our lives. We have been gone now for two months and we are starting to get tired, but God is good and renews our strength everyday.
We want to thank every church, our families, and awesome friends who have hosted us and given amazing hospitality to us during this time. You all are so great and we thank God for you.
A quick update on what we have done:
At the beginning of this month we went to a church in Culpeper, VA and had a great time sharing at three services in one morning. Our friends treated us so well and we were thankful for open doors.
After this we continued to PA to spend time with Natasha's grandparents and a Wednesday night service we spoke at their church. We had a nice time sharing with the people and pastor of how God is working in the Amazon and our lives.
While we were arriving to Natasha's grandparents, as we were driving up the driveway our tire popped; we had driven over a nail that was on the road. Thank God we had the help of Pappy and we knew the location well so we could find a good place to get it fixed. It was amazing, Jonatan had bought warranty on the tires from Walmart so we got a good discount.
The next two weeks we were in Harrisburg and also a few days at Lancaster, PA getting to know a mission organization called ABWE. We met some of the coolest missionaries and people who are interested in going to the field. This time was such an encouragement for us and we love the new friends we made that will be lasting friendships.
As we made our way to the next church in Wisconsin we made some stops at a few different places spending time with old friends. Natasha was especially thankful to get to see a best friend from college and Isabella got to play with their daughter who was around the same age.
As we continue our travels we are so thankful for what God is doing and how he is working in our lives. We have been gone now for two months and we are starting to get tired, but God is good and renews our strength everyday.
We want to thank every church, our families, and awesome friends who have hosted us and given amazing hospitality to us during this time. You all are so great and we thank God for you.
A quick update on what we have done:
At the beginning of this month we went to a church in Culpeper, VA and had a great time sharing at three services in one morning. Our friends treated us so well and we were thankful for open doors.
After this we continued to PA to spend time with Natasha's grandparents and a Wednesday night service we spoke at their church. We had a nice time sharing with the people and pastor of how God is working in the Amazon and our lives.
While we were arriving to Natasha's grandparents, as we were driving up the driveway our tire popped; we had driven over a nail that was on the road. Thank God we had the help of Pappy and we knew the location well so we could find a good place to get it fixed. It was amazing, Jonatan had bought warranty on the tires from Walmart so we got a good discount.
The next two weeks we were in Harrisburg and also a few days at Lancaster, PA getting to know a mission organization called ABWE. We met some of the coolest missionaries and people who are interested in going to the field. This time was such an encouragement for us and we love the new friends we made that will be lasting friendships.
As we made our way to the next church in Wisconsin we made some stops at a few different places spending time with old friends. Natasha was especially thankful to get to see a best friend from college and Isabella got to play with their daughter who was around the same age.
Monday, July 3, 2017
June Update. Our first deputation trip
Our first deputation trip has begun!
Some people haven't heard the word deputation before, we mean that we have begun our first trip around the country sharing the ministry and spreading our vision. God has been so faithful and we are just amazed with how he loves us and is taking care of us.
June started off with a big bang! The last week of May Jonatan stopped volunteering at ITEC, where he currently was assisting in the hanger fixing airplanes. That Saturday, June 3, we had a family fun day at ITEC where many people from the community came out to see the facilities and we also had airplane rides. We couldn't believe how God brought the people to this event! The airplane rides were none stop all day and we ran out of food! Praise God!
The following week we left the comforts of our home and started our journey up north. We made a stop with Jonatan's cousin in Atlanta, Ga. We were thankful to be able to share time with her and her son. From there we went to Natasha's parents home in West Virginia and spent some days there so Isabella could spend time with them and also her uncle and aunt.
The following week June 12-16 we had a discipleship training in the beautiful mountains of WV with an organization from Kentucky. We learned how to find people of peace and make disciples through a rapid method. During this time almost the whole Proyecto Global team was there. We got to spent time bonding and spending time together as a team, it was a blessed time.
The following Sunday, June 18, we spoke at Natasha's church and shared the ministry.
As the following week rapidly approached we drove to Lynchburg, VA and had so many appointments. One day we had four different appointments to share with people, it was a little tiring but encouraging to see the people so interested. We thank God for those times even when we feel tired. Since we used to live here we enjoyed visiting with friends as well. The following Sunday we spoke at the church we used to go to.
After church we drove to Tennessee to have a family reunion with Natasha's family. During this time we had fun spending time bonding with family. We also got to share the ministry, Jonatan spent a day at a local non-profit there and it looks very promising about the possibility of them helping to providing an airplane for the ministry! We also had a time to share with some of Jonatan's old friends he met years ago.
As you can see we have been busy. But, we praise God for these times and what he is going to do.
Some people haven't heard the word deputation before, we mean that we have begun our first trip around the country sharing the ministry and spreading our vision. God has been so faithful and we are just amazed with how he loves us and is taking care of us.
June started off with a big bang! The last week of May Jonatan stopped volunteering at ITEC, where he currently was assisting in the hanger fixing airplanes. That Saturday, June 3, we had a family fun day at ITEC where many people from the community came out to see the facilities and we also had airplane rides. We couldn't believe how God brought the people to this event! The airplane rides were none stop all day and we ran out of food! Praise God!
The following week we left the comforts of our home and started our journey up north. We made a stop with Jonatan's cousin in Atlanta, Ga. We were thankful to be able to share time with her and her son. From there we went to Natasha's parents home in West Virginia and spent some days there so Isabella could spend time with them and also her uncle and aunt.
The following Sunday, June 18, we spoke at Natasha's church and shared the ministry.
As the following week rapidly approached we drove to Lynchburg, VA and had so many appointments. One day we had four different appointments to share with people, it was a little tiring but encouraging to see the people so interested. We thank God for those times even when we feel tired. Since we used to live here we enjoyed visiting with friends as well. The following Sunday we spoke at the church we used to go to.
After church we drove to Tennessee to have a family reunion with Natasha's family. During this time we had fun spending time bonding with family. We also got to share the ministry, Jonatan spent a day at a local non-profit there and it looks very promising about the possibility of them helping to providing an airplane for the ministry! We also had a time to share with some of Jonatan's old friends he met years ago.
As you can see we have been busy. But, we praise God for these times and what he is going to do.
Monday, May 22, 2017
May Update
Hello family and friends,
We skipped a month of blogging because you all received an email from us last month about our plans for this summer. We would love to hear from you! We are planning on leaving the first week of June for West Virginia and from there we are going to be visiting churches and friends spreading the ministry. This is a much needed part of the process of going to Colombia as full time missionaries. It is just amazing to see how God is putting these plans together, our schedule is coming together wonderfully.
Some specific prayer requests:
*We are going to be driving our van that has over 236,000 miles on it. We trust God to keep us safe and give us wisdom if something does break down on how to fix it. Jonatan can fix airplanes so I'm sure he can fix our car, that is if it is fixable :)
*Natasha is in her second trimester of pregnancy. Pray that her morning sickness will subside and she won't have any complications. We trust God for a smooth and enjoyable time for her. She has a check up a few day before we leave and a few days after we get back. Also the doctor is on call if she needs anything, which is a blessing.
*Isabella to be flexible and patient as we are on the road for hours. That she will have an enjoyable time, that God will use her in a special way and be happy meeting new people.
*We are considering partnering with a missions organization and are in the process. We would like God's approval on this and if it is the right thing for us to do. There are pros and cons about being part of a missions organization and going on your own as a missionary. If you have any insights to help us with this we would love to hear from you.
Please prayfully consider how you could help us this summer! This time, more than ever, we need you prayer and financial support.
We would love to see you! Some states we plan on visiting are West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma.
We skipped a month of blogging because you all received an email from us last month about our plans for this summer. We would love to hear from you! We are planning on leaving the first week of June for West Virginia and from there we are going to be visiting churches and friends spreading the ministry. This is a much needed part of the process of going to Colombia as full time missionaries. It is just amazing to see how God is putting these plans together, our schedule is coming together wonderfully.
Some specific prayer requests:
*We are going to be driving our van that has over 236,000 miles on it. We trust God to keep us safe and give us wisdom if something does break down on how to fix it. Jonatan can fix airplanes so I'm sure he can fix our car, that is if it is fixable :)
*Natasha is in her second trimester of pregnancy. Pray that her morning sickness will subside and she won't have any complications. We trust God for a smooth and enjoyable time for her. She has a check up a few day before we leave and a few days after we get back. Also the doctor is on call if she needs anything, which is a blessing.
*Isabella to be flexible and patient as we are on the road for hours. That she will have an enjoyable time, that God will use her in a special way and be happy meeting new people.
*We are considering partnering with a missions organization and are in the process. We would like God's approval on this and if it is the right thing for us to do. There are pros and cons about being part of a missions organization and going on your own as a missionary. If you have any insights to help us with this we would love to hear from you.
Please prayfully consider how you could help us this summer! This time, more than ever, we need you prayer and financial support.
We would love to see you! Some states we plan on visiting are West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma.
Sunday, April 9, 2017
March Update
I had wrote this recently on my Facebook (Natasha) and thought to share it on the blog.
This is my little princess... She was such a trooper while we were in the Amazon.
She woke up every morning putting joy and excitement in our hearts and everyone around her just loved her. She was fearless enjoying her swim in the deep waters of the amazon basin, she talked to people regardless of cultural differences/language barriers and made everyone smile, she went to her first class at school in one of the villages... I am beyond proud of her. God has blessed us so much with her and I know she is also making God proud. This trip has been the best one yet, for me, because she made things so comfortable.
Thank you everyone for your prayers, we felt them.
As we are back home to the norm we are thankful for our comfy bed, hot showers and a personal kitchen to prepare whatever we wish. We are also planning our summer deputation schedule and things are coming together. If you would like us to come visit you let us know!
This is my little princess... She was such a trooper while we were in the Amazon.
She woke up every morning putting joy and excitement in our hearts and everyone around her just loved her. She was fearless enjoying her swim in the deep waters of the amazon basin, she talked to people regardless of cultural differences/language barriers and made everyone smile, she went to her first class at school in one of the villages... I am beyond proud of her. God has blessed us so much with her and I know she is also making God proud. This trip has been the best one yet, for me, because she made things so comfortable.
Thank you everyone for your prayers, we felt them.
As we are back home to the norm we are thankful for our comfy bed, hot showers and a personal kitchen to prepare whatever we wish. We are also planning our summer deputation schedule and things are coming together. If you would like us to come visit you let us know!
Thursday, February 16, 2017
February Update
As the time of the year where love is emphasized is upon us we we want to thank God for the unconditional love he bestows upon us. He is such a great God.
This past month we made some nice memories. We got to go to Hobe Sound camp meeting, this is where we went to college and we could sit in some services and visit with people whom he met years ago. It was a time of relaxation and also encouragement as well as encouraging others. We met up with some friends that we haven't seen in years and really enjoyed it. We also got to be part of the dedication ceremony of the coffee shoppe that is opening on campus of the college and they will be selling Natasha's parents coffee.
My parents got to come down for the weekend of camp meeting so we celebrated my dad's retirement, what a special time for him.
This past weekend our church hosted a marriage and family conference. It was so encouraging for both of us to hear how to strengthen our marriage. It is challenging when life is so hectic and busy, you are raising kids and life just doesn't slow down. We felt challenged to make sure there is always time for our relationship, we want to be an example for others and need to keep our marriage strong.
Next month we are going to Colombia. We plan to spend some time in Leticia to do some ministry then also spend some time with Jonatan's parents, Isabella needs some abuelito(a) time. Please keep us in your prayers that this will be a fruitful and effective time. We are going with a family we are friends with and assisting them, also we would like to see what options there are for us as living arrangements when we move there.
This summer we want to spend as much time as we can evangelizing and spreading our vision of what God has for the Amazon to as many churches as possible. We would love to see every one of you! If you wouldn't mind we would love to come to your church. If you would be interested please let us hear from you! We are putting our interinery together now :)
Sending hugs and well wishes,
The Nieto family
This past month we made some nice memories. We got to go to Hobe Sound camp meeting, this is where we went to college and we could sit in some services and visit with people whom he met years ago. It was a time of relaxation and also encouragement as well as encouraging others. We met up with some friends that we haven't seen in years and really enjoyed it. We also got to be part of the dedication ceremony of the coffee shoppe that is opening on campus of the college and they will be selling Natasha's parents coffee.
My parents got to come down for the weekend of camp meeting so we celebrated my dad's retirement, what a special time for him.
This past weekend our church hosted a marriage and family conference. It was so encouraging for both of us to hear how to strengthen our marriage. It is challenging when life is so hectic and busy, you are raising kids and life just doesn't slow down. We felt challenged to make sure there is always time for our relationship, we want to be an example for others and need to keep our marriage strong.
Next month we are going to Colombia. We plan to spend some time in Leticia to do some ministry then also spend some time with Jonatan's parents, Isabella needs some abuelito(a) time. Please keep us in your prayers that this will be a fruitful and effective time. We are going with a family we are friends with and assisting them, also we would like to see what options there are for us as living arrangements when we move there.
This summer we want to spend as much time as we can evangelizing and spreading our vision of what God has for the Amazon to as many churches as possible. We would love to see every one of you! If you wouldn't mind we would love to come to your church. If you would be interested please let us hear from you! We are putting our interinery together now :)
Sending hugs and well wishes,
The Nieto family
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