Six families made homeless through January floods in north-east Brazil received much-needed supplies and spiritual comfort, thanks to the quick action of a CMS mission partner.

Marcus Throup (right), who was in charge of the Cathedral of the Resurrection Joao Pessoa during a leadership transition, managed to get a team together and organise a collection campaign.

“We took food, clothes and nappies to the shelter where the suddenly homeless flood victims were temporarily housed,” he said.

“It was great to pray with them and in a practical way remind them that God is our shelter and rock in times of trouble.”

30 days, 30 new church members

In just a month, the Cathedral of the Resurrection has seen growth from “no young people” to more than 30 young members.

Mission partner Marcus Throup, who recently started heading the young people’s work at the Cathedral, explains: “With a small team we adopted an informal, creative, participative discipleship group that meets each Sunday.”

Marcus says new people are turning up each week, “some who had never set foot in a church building before. Praise God for this fantastic start!”

Marcus normally serves as assistant minister at the Cathedral.

Published: 16:52 05 May 2011  |  892 views
Last updated: 31 May 2011
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