E-MAIL ‘ROUND THE WORLD
by Erwin Bourne—April 13, 2002

Some refer to them as E-essays: “I really enjoyed
today's meditation from you. Thanks for the message”
(Alaska). “Thanks for sending me your writings. It
would be very nice some time to just sit down and talk
about life, its happenings and how they have
influenced our lives” (Guatemala). “You come up with
some great topics to write on” (Ukraine). “Back
On-Line and anxious to receive your E-essays. Keep
'em coming. They encourage me through my recoveries
(Texas). “I read all your Emil letters, and I think
you're a very good writer (Tex/Mex border). “Thanks
very much for the daily reports that you are sending
me. They mean a lot to me” (Belize). “So glad to
hear of the wide open doors along the Amazon trail
too. We pray that the Lord will strengthen you both
physically as the work grows daily” (Brazil).

I thank all who are receiving and reading my essays.
A special thanks to those who have written a response
to encourage us. I once reserved a special corner of
our one-time McKinley View Hilltop in Alaska. There I
wanted to build a very special retirement log-cabin
where I could write day or night as the inspirations
struck me. But God had other plans. I sold that
acreage, investing the money in Colombia, South
America. Later, we bought a “rancho-not-so-grande” in
the Barada Hills near the Missouri River bluffs. But
again we sold this lovely spot in God’s-cow-country,
investing in the Amazon country of Colombia, Peru and
Brazil. Now God has got us where He wants us, basing
our mission work out of the Casa Grande, Amazonas.

The most exciting e-mail response came from my brother
Vern in Florida.

Hello Erwin and Jean,
Just a short note to let you know that we enjoy your
"Missionary Outreach Inspirations" very much. You are
both in our prayers. Many people are reading your
letters on the web site. SomebodyCares4U ministry is
growing as God continues to bless and guide. We are
privileged to witness hundreds of people dedicating
their lives to Christ. One hundred and twelve in one
week!  God is AWESOME!  We pray that God will
continue to meet your many needs on the Amazon.
It's exciting to know that we will continue to worship
and serve God for the rest of eternity.  Life just keeps
getting better and better.
We love you guys,
 ---Vern and Miko Bourne

Yours for OUTREACH AMAZON,
 —Erwin and Jean Bourne