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All things to all men… Paulistano o Paulista?

All things to all men… Paulistano o Paulista?

Well, are you a Paulistano or a Paulista?   That’s a good question and one that definitely needs to be understood if you plan on living in São Paulo, Brazil.  But, basically in a nutshell, if you were born in the state of São Paulo, but not the city of SP, you are a “Paulista”.  If you were born in the city of SP, you’re a “Paulistano”.  (Soccer connection later in the post). Or... [Read more]

Put It All Together! Short Term Teams!

Put It All Together! Short Term Teams!

… and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth. (Acts 1:8) Short term mission trips are a great way to have your eyes opened, your faith strengthened, and your soul refreshed! Nothing is more exciting and life-changing than stepping out of your culture and comfort zones to do something for Christ! The Megacities offer some rare opportunities... [Read more]

Happy New Year in 2010!

Happy New Year in 2010!

Each year that goes by means we’re just one year closer to Christ’s return.  We “Celebrate His Birth” as we “Anticipate His Coming!”  There is so much though that still needs to be done in reaching the lost with the life-saving message of the Gospel.  May this new year present to you bountiful opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.  May this... [Read more]

Chuck and Allison Hoskin’s Have a New Addition to the Family

Chuck and Allison Hoskin’s Have a New Addition to the Family

Fellow missionaries, over on the coast, had a baby girl today, December 22.  Her name is Esther and she weighed in at 7 lbs 6 oz and was a 19½ inches long.  We have the privilege of watching their other three daughters while they are at Albert Einstein Hospital here in São Paulo… and we’re enjoying every minute of it! They are 6, 4 and 2. It takes us back! Anyway, congratulations... [Read more]

Christmas in Brazil!

Christmas in Brazil!

Hi friends and family… What a wonderful year, and how fast it’s gone by!  I was just looking back over my journals this year and have been amazed at the journey the God has taken our family on.  We’ve picked up a new language, Portuguese.  We’ve seen several people come to Christ.  We’ve been able to disciple others.   And we are involved in a church plant, and at... [Read more]