Archive for June, 2010

I am happy to inform you of what the Lord has done for us at the Salvation Camp. We had four days of salvation camp in the mission field (April 1-4). We invited some non-Christian friends who have never heard the Gospel clearly, We had twenty non-Christian friends join us at the camp.

On the first two days, I explained the holiness of God, the sinfulness of man, and the hopelessness of man without Jesus Christ. On the third day, we explained the Gospel — the salvation of God through Jesus Christ. On the last day, I shared about the basic foundation of a Christian life.

The Gospel was well received. Four men were baptized on the last day. There are others who have received Jesus but are not yet ready for baptism due to the danger of persecution from their families, relatives, and communities. — Rev. Khawl Ro Kima

Back in the mid 2000′s, Cambodia experienced a number of years of drought. Many farmers borrowed money to plant rice only to see poor harvests and failed crops several years in a row. With no way to repay their creditors, many lost their fields and homes and were forced to live on city streets. Even with good rains, only one crop of rice can be grown safely each year, and many are out of funds and rice months before the harvest. Thanks to a generous gift from the Cornerstone Sunday School Class at Grace Bible Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH, the Christians in two villages in Takeo province of Cambodia have a greater hope for the future. The Church in Kpbaom and preaching point in Prey Pdao both received irrigation pumps to protect them from drought and allow them a second rice crop each year. A pump is needed for a second rice crop as the rains are only consistent enough to grow rice for about one-third of the year. A second crop will allow them some extra funds to care for their families, their churches, and move the churches down the road towards self sufficiency. – Rev. Mark Baldwin

From March 25 to April 13th, Dr. Pine returned to Australia and Singapore for ministry opportunities and to visit our missionaries, Rev. and Mrs. Ed Paauwe in Perth, Western Australia. This year the entire family was blessed by the generosity of the Covenant B-P Church, as well as many Singapore B-P churches with an opportunity to join Dr. Pine. Beginning in Singapore, Dr. Pine had the privilege of preaching at Life B-P, Maranatha B-P, and Sharon B-P, as well as conducting two seminars, “The Christian Perspective on Suffering and Bereavement” and “Growing the Covenant Family in the Fear of God.” Karen joined in both seminars, offering her personal testimony regarding cancer, as well as the role and perspective of a mother. Rev. Mark Baldwin was able to join the Pines in Singapore. It was a great time of encouragement and making of new friends and contacts for all. The Pines and Rev. Baldwin also enjoyed true Singaporean hospitality, as they sampled local cuisine and saw the beautiful city and sites. Dr. Pine’s also spoke to a mission’s class taught by Rev. Jack Sin; Rev. Baldwin shared his ministry with the class, and Karen described the type of work she does at PMU.

While Rev. Baldwin returned to Cambodia, the Pines continued to Perth, Western Australia, for ministry at the Covenant B-P Church.. While there, the Pines were blessed by many families in the church who opened their homes to them. Dr. Pine’s ministry included preaching at Covenant B-P Church as well as the Free Presbyterian Church. He also presented a seminar entitled, “Principles for Music Selection in the Church,” and joined other church members in a Christian concert. Karen, Chelsea, and Eli were given the opportunity to lead the Holiday Bible Club at Covenant B-P which was blessed with over 50 children attending. The theme for the three days was God’s power in the context of Paul’s missionary journeys. The classes looked at God’s power over opposition, in human hearts, and over Satan, demons, and false gods. Karen taught the older children, and Chelsea taught the younger. Eli helped with games and crafts. Each day also included a missionary presentation by Karen on the works of Miriam, Rev. Baldwin, and the Kims. Rev. Paauwe taught the daily Bible memory verses, and the young adults from the church led the singing. Ministering together in these various ways was a huge blessing to the Pines. They are extremely thankful for this incredible opportunity.