Passion for Paraguay

  🌿 50 Years of God’s Faithfulness: Celebrating the Church of God (Anderson) in Paraguay Fifty years ago, in Paraguay, the Church of God (Anderson) was planted, not as a fleeting movement but as a persistent testament to God’s enduring faithfulness. What began with courageous pioneers trusting in the Lord has grown into a vibrant community of believers, grounded in sacrifice and steadfast devotion. Waldemar and Emi Oberman were sent by the Argentinean Church of God to officially celebrate and pioneer this beginning. Two years later, Martin and Tabita Kurrle (my parents) followed. What began as a mission outpost with no promises of succeeding, is now a testament of Gods goodness. ' From left to right. Marcos (my brother) my parents, Nilah and Priscila (sisters) A Foundation of Sacrifice and Vision The early years demanded costly sacrifice. Founders and early members endured long journeys, linguistic barriers, and cultural adjustment—all sustained by a singular vision: to preach ...

During the Latin American conference of the Church of God my dear parents Martin and Tabita Kurrle were honored in Jardin América, Argentina for their 52 years of ministry as missionaries and pastors. My dad gave a short speech as he usually does when on stage. After battling stage IV cancer a few years ago, he bounced back and miraculously is still among us. My dad is a living testimony that God can heal someone even when the situation seems impossible for medicine.  My mother on the other hand has been slowly fading. She is dealing with stage two dementia. Mom continues loving those that come in contact and giving out christian literature. She has kept my dad on the road and been his faithful companion for over half a century.  Both have lived a life worth a book and then some. They committed at a young age to each other and their calling was to share Jesus. They have lived out this calling overcoming hurdles of all sorts.  They are enjoying the fruit of their labor and...