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A Fruitful Visit to the Church in Recife

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Mike and Peggy Palk visit Lar Mana, in Recife. Here is a report from former Recife mission team members Mike and Peggy Palk on their visit last week. For the past 31 years, Mike has been serving as a shepherd of the Collegeside Church of Christ in Cookeville, TN. The Palks with Denise and Regis […]

Children’s Home Lar Mana in 2025

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The year 2025 was blessed by all of you, friends of the children of Lar Maná, who have supported us in many ways: through monthly or one-time financial donations; donations of gently used items (clothing, shoes, household goods, etc.); donations of food; and also through your prayers. Without you, our work with the children here […]

They Were All Together in One Place – Part 3 (video)

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The third important gathering this quarter was our annual Day of the Family of God. This event brought together families from several congregations to celebrate the unity of God’s people. Through singing, preaching, and fellowship, we were reminded that God not only blesses our homes but also calls us to live out His mission together. […]

They Were All Together in One Place – Part 2 (video)

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The second big gathering this month was the 25th Annual Teen Camp. This year’s theme, “The Four Hearts,” was drawn from the Parable of the Sower. Jesus teaches that our response to His Word determines the kind of “soil” we are hardened ground, shallow and rocky, crowded with thorns (representing worldly loves) or good soil, […]