Reaching the Ends of the Earth Have you ever tried to capture the radiant beauty of a Tennessee sunset or an early morning sunrise reflecting off the ocean water? Maybe your first thought is, “Lord, thank you for allowing me to experience this moment.” Maybe you’re also thinking, “I really …
Make a Brazilian Dessert for Valentine’s Day
Do you prefer chocolate or coconut? This month, we have a special focus on the Amazon, as our team gathers for the annual jungle pastors conference. The conference allows pastors from all over the Amazon to come and receive biblical and practical training that assists them in bringing the Gospel …
What is Pastoral Care and Why Is It Important?
Written by: Mike Minter A seasoned pastor’s reflection on offering pastoral care in the Amazon and its ripple effect. Having spent many years in pastoral ministry, I continue to reflect on what I could have done better, and I desire to continually learn. There are, of course, many facets to …
Thank You for Making a Difference in 2022
From responding to a crisis in Moldova to restarting pastors conferences in the Amazon, God provided help and hope to the vulnerable through JMI this year. WE couldn’t do it without you As we entered into 2022, the Lord knew what was coming, and He used many of you to …
The Spirit is Alive in the Jungle
The 10th Annual Jungle Pastors’ Conference Last month a team from the US flew to Brazil to join our Justice & Mercy Amazon staff on the ground. Together they welcomed 57 pastors at the 10th annual Jungle Pastors’ Conference. Each day, our team sat and listened to story after story …
In and Out of Time
“Preach the word, be prepared in time and out of time.” (2 Timothy 4: 2a) In time and out of time… That has been the word that comes to mind as the rivers in the Amazon reopened and we had the opportunity to lead 4 Brazilian teams to serve 8 different …
Feeding the Hungry During COVID-19
The Poor, the Vulnerable, The Forgotten Almost 3 months ago we were faced with the need to help feed hundreds of children and families during a global pandemic. We knew we had to act fast, and somehow provide food and hygiene/medical supplies for already vulnerable children and families in Moldova …
A Special Video Message From Kelly Minter
A Call to Give to the Amazon from Kelly Minter. Would you join us in reaching the ends of the earth with the love of Jesus? To show the people of the Amazon they are not forgotten. To bring health and dental care right to their village, and offer trainings that …
The Life-Givers of the Jungle
Family Mission Trips I remember coming home from my first trip to the Amazon in 2014. Amidst the boat traveling village ministry, our leaders made sure we had some time to enjoy the rainforest. My kids were thrilled to see snapshots of dad holding the caiman and even more so, …
A New Boat To Reach The Ends Of The Earth
Planning For The Future of our Amazon Trips The Amazonas region of Brazil is vast in both size and need. Along the banks of the mighty Amazon River are villages of people that feel forgotten and unseen. Many have deep spiritual, physical, and emotional needs that are unmet. By God’s …