Dear seafarer's friends, 08/23/09 - 08/29/09
Grace and peace to you.
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
3 ships on Monday:
OVERSEAS SERIFOS, HAVI OCEAN, and PRIMROSE - All Filipino;
Filipino, and Russian; All Bangladesh. We visited the first ship over two weeks
ago. Gave away more Scriptures, and Jesus DVD's. Prayed with the crew. (see
picture 1; 3 with the captain, chief engineer and his wife). Took two seamen to
Seafarer Center. No Christian on the third ship, but we prayed with a Muslim
and a Buddhist.
Ying Dau Lu from HCC came and helped the visitation today.
6 ships on Tuesday:
ETAGAS, ELLENSBORG, ENRICA LEXIE, ROSBORG, and PATRIA - All
Filipino; All Indian; Indian, and Italian; Indian, Russian, and Turkish; All
Ukrainian. We just visited the first ship last Jul., the fourth ship last Apr. There
were three Christians on the second ship, fitter, ordinary seaman, and mess boy.
(see picture 3 with me and the ordinary seaman).
CHONG MING - All Chinese. We were on this ship last Dec. Some of the
crew still knew me. Prayed with them and gave out all the materials I brought.
(see picture 4 with some of them and the ship chandlers).
1 ship on Wednesday:
PORT STANLEY - Filipino, and Russian. Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH,
Steven Chao from WHCC and I went to Lake Charles to see the injured
Chinese seaman Quan Ru Pan at the Seafarer's Center there. We met the
Director Patrick Lapoint. (see picture 5). Right now Pan lives with Rev./Chaplain
Nelson Lloyd. Rev. Lloyd took three of us to visited the ship. They all receptive.
We chatted with the second cook, an able seaman and prayed with some of
them. (see picture 6 of some of the Filipino crew).
7 ships on Thursday:
CIC BRASIL, INDUSTRIAL DART, INDUSTRIAL DREAM,
INDUSTRIAL DESTINY, LINGE TRADER, ZIRKU, and NARMADA
SPIRIT - All Russian; Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, and Russian; Filipino,
and Russian; Filipino, Russian, and Polish; Filipino, Russian, Palestinian,
Jordanian, and Egyptian; All Indian. We visited the second ship last Oct., the
fourth ship over a year ago. (see picture 7 with Peter and some of the crew). All
responsive. We prayed with them and blessed the crew. There were four Indian
Christians on the last ship, chief cook, one able seaman, second engineer, and
third officer. (see picture 8 with Peter and some of the crew).
Peter Ko from WHCC came and helped the ship visitation.
7 ships on Friday:
BOW HECTOR, BALTIMAR SIRIUS, SONGA RUBY, PRINSENBORG,
and SAFMARINE TEXAS - All Filipino; All Filipino; All Filipino; Filipino, and
Dutch; Filipino, Ukrainian, and Bulgarian. We visited the second ship last Apr.,
the fourth ship over a year ago, and the last ship last Jun. All receptive. Prayed
with them and blessed the ships.
CLIPPER OCEANICA, and JBU MAAS - All Indian; All Indian. We were on
the first ship last Jun. There were four Christians on board, fitter, motorman, and
two cadets. Prayed with them and some Hindu and Muslim. (see picture 9).
There were six Christians on the second ship, chief cook, general steward, chief
officer, one ordinary seaman, and two able seamen. Also prayed with them and
some others. (see picture 10). One able seaman wanted me to pray for his teeth
pain, his wife and his daughter. I prayed for him particularly, and he was
relieved.
Ying Dau Lu got his escort badge today.
Evangelism is missions in action. People ask us what is our line of work. We're missionary evangelists. This is our calling. We're missionaries ministering to seafarers in Global Outreach. Seafarers come to us from all over the world. As evangelists, our missionary activity is to share with them the Gospel. We're honored to bring to them salvation in the Name of Jesus who died for us and was raised to life. Jesus lives, and by faith in Him, we have the assurance of eternal life. We endeavor to proclaim this Gospel clearly and unequivocally. This is our mandate from the Lord. This week I saw my cardiac electrophsiologist and cardiovascular MD at the Texas Heart Institute. They're experts in their fields. After taking more exams, they couldn't identify the cause of my V-tack. They adjusted my medication and we'll be in close communication. I thank God that I have a dependable Medronic pacemaker-defibulator device. Please continue to pray for me. Thomas, a boardmember and coworker, went to Lake Charles to observe their seafarer's outreach. There's a mutual cooperation and learning experience from our activities. The world is shrinking rapidly and nations are becoming more dependent on each other. Seafarers are using modern technology to network across the oceans. We chaplains are beginning to network with the seafarers and other worldwide chaplains. This is another means we're using to communicate the Gospel. A chaplain in England emailed us sending us greetings from a seaman we ministered to in Houston. The seafarers remind us of our small world. Pray for Thomas, our ministry and a Holy Spirit global revival. I believe our time is short before the return of Jesus. This should prompt us to be more involved about our Father's business. Let's make the most of the brevity of time we have left. Maranatha! Thank you kindly for your faithful prayers, financial support and endearing encouragement. Please send your tax deductible love gifts to our treasurer, Rose Young, at this address. Att: Rose Young
West Houston Chinese Church
c/o Lifeline to Seamen Inc.
10638 Hammerly Blvd.,
Houston, Texas 77043
God richly bless you. Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God's people. Amen. (Rev.22: 21)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Saturday, August 22, 2009
08/16/09 - 08/22/09
Dear seafarer's friends, 08/16/09 - 08/22/09
Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance. (Jude. 2)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
2 ships on Monday:
MEDITERRANEAN ID, and NINANUR CEBI - All Chinese; All Turkish.
We visited the second ship almost two weeks ago. Gave away Scriptures, Jesus
DVD's and materials. Prayed with the crew on the first ship. Chief engineer and
an able seaman were baptized before. We studied part of Gospel of John and
prayed with some of the crew. (see picture 1 of the Turkish chief officer, the one
with beard, on the second ship).
Steve Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
5 ships on Wednesday:
TENNA KOSAN, SEATROUT, PANAM ATLANTICO, FORMOSA
EIGHT, and CASIOPEA - All Filipino; Filipino, and Croatian; Croatian, and
Myanmar; All Chinese; All Ukrainian. We visited the first ship and the third ship
last Apr., the second ship over a year ago, the last ship last Jun. All receptive.
We were on the fourth ship last Mar. (see picture 2 of some of the crew).
7 ships on Thursday:
STOLT HIKAWA, LYNX, CEC LIGHT, CAPE BON, JBU FORTH,
CHEMBULK SHANGHAI, and CHEM TAURUS - All Filipino; Filipino, and
Russian; All Russian; All Russian; Russian, and Indian; Indian, and Myanmar;
Myanmar, and Croatian. We visited the first ship over a year ago, the second
ship last Mar. They were all receptive. Prayed with them and blessed the ships.
We were on the six ship last May, the last ship last Apr. All responsive. Blessed
the ships. There was only one Russian second officer one the fifth ship, and two
Indian Christians, general steward, and one able seaman on board. (see picture 3
of the general steward and the second officer and Payton and others). We took
the second officer to Wal Mart.
8 ships on Friday:
ASTON TRADER II, BW SOMBEKE, DELTA CAPTAIN, SMARAGD,
CLIPPER TASMANIA, PETROPAVLOVSK, OVERSEAS BERYL, and
GOLDEN ORCHID - All Filipino; All Filipino; Greek, and Filipino; Ukrainian,
and Filipino; Russian, and Filipino; All Russian; All Russian; Korean, and
Myanmar. We visited the fourth ship and the seventh ship over a year ago. All
responsive. There were three Christians on the last ship, the Korean chief
officer, the third officer, and the third engineer. Prayed with them blessed the
crew and their families. (see picture 4 with the Korean chief officer).
Evangelism engages us is spiritual warfare. Satan's strategy is to stop us from speaking and living God's Word. This is clearly outlined in Eph. 6:11-12. Our battle is against the power of darkness and the spiritual forces of evil in high places. Satan will hinde our witnessing even to the point of death. God's peace is manifested in Eph. 6:13-18. By putting on the full armor of God, we have His power to stand firm in the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our victory was purchased on the cross. Jesus sealed our salvation by His death and glorious resurrection. Death has lost its sting and the grave its victory. Last Wednesday I had a V-tack. Suddenly I blacked out. Praise God I have a pacemake and defibulator. After my defibulator kicked in, I regained consciousness. A few seconds more, I would be in heaven rejoicing. After undergoing many tests in the ER at St. Lukes Hospital, I was released that night. All the tests were negative, and the Jewish doctor thanked God that I was still alive. As of this writing, I'm doing good, and well taken care of by my children. This is my 3rd V-tack in the last 6 years. Athough I can't ship visit or drive anymore, I can still help Thomas in some areas of the ministry. Please life me up in prayer on a daily basis. Thomas and his co-workers are doing aggressive work as evangelists. He is becoming a leader in his own right. His leadership is not only exemplified here in Houston, but among the other Gulf coast ports. Thomas is reaching out and making contacts more that I did. We should be proud of his activities as he goes about the Father's business. Pray for him, his family and co-workers. Thank you for your prayers, financial support and much needed encouragement. Satan is a loser. We're winners by the blood of Jesus. We're grateful for your love gifts to this vital Global ministry. Foreign souls are at our doorsteps. Please send your tax deductible contributions to our treasurer, Rose Young, at this address. Att: Rose Young
West Houston Chinese Church
c/o Lifeline to Seamen Inc.
10638 Hammerly Blvd.,
Houston, Texas 77043
God richly bless you. Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
To him who is able to keep you from falling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy - to the only god our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages now and forevermore! Amen.. (Jude. 24,25)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance. (Jude. 2)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
2 ships on Monday:
MEDITERRANEAN ID, and NINANUR CEBI - All Chinese; All Turkish.
We visited the second ship almost two weeks ago. Gave away Scriptures, Jesus
DVD's and materials. Prayed with the crew on the first ship. Chief engineer and
an able seaman were baptized before. We studied part of Gospel of John and
prayed with some of the crew. (see picture 1 of the Turkish chief officer, the one
with beard, on the second ship).
Steve Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
5 ships on Wednesday:
TENNA KOSAN, SEATROUT, PANAM ATLANTICO, FORMOSA
EIGHT, and CASIOPEA - All Filipino; Filipino, and Croatian; Croatian, and
Myanmar; All Chinese; All Ukrainian. We visited the first ship and the third ship
last Apr., the second ship over a year ago, the last ship last Jun. All receptive.
We were on the fourth ship last Mar. (see picture 2 of some of the crew).
7 ships on Thursday:
STOLT HIKAWA, LYNX, CEC LIGHT, CAPE BON, JBU FORTH,
CHEMBULK SHANGHAI, and CHEM TAURUS - All Filipino; Filipino, and
Russian; All Russian; All Russian; Russian, and Indian; Indian, and Myanmar;
Myanmar, and Croatian. We visited the first ship over a year ago, the second
ship last Mar. They were all receptive. Prayed with them and blessed the ships.
We were on the six ship last May, the last ship last Apr. All responsive. Blessed
the ships. There was only one Russian second officer one the fifth ship, and two
Indian Christians, general steward, and one able seaman on board. (see picture 3
of the general steward and the second officer and Payton and others). We took
the second officer to Wal Mart.
8 ships on Friday:
ASTON TRADER II, BW SOMBEKE, DELTA CAPTAIN, SMARAGD,
CLIPPER TASMANIA, PETROPAVLOVSK, OVERSEAS BERYL, and
GOLDEN ORCHID - All Filipino; All Filipino; Greek, and Filipino; Ukrainian,
and Filipino; Russian, and Filipino; All Russian; All Russian; Korean, and
Myanmar. We visited the fourth ship and the seventh ship over a year ago. All
responsive. There were three Christians on the last ship, the Korean chief
officer, the third officer, and the third engineer. Prayed with them blessed the
crew and their families. (see picture 4 with the Korean chief officer).
Evangelism engages us is spiritual warfare. Satan's strategy is to stop us from speaking and living God's Word. This is clearly outlined in Eph. 6:11-12. Our battle is against the power of darkness and the spiritual forces of evil in high places. Satan will hinde our witnessing even to the point of death. God's peace is manifested in Eph. 6:13-18. By putting on the full armor of God, we have His power to stand firm in the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our victory was purchased on the cross. Jesus sealed our salvation by His death and glorious resurrection. Death has lost its sting and the grave its victory. Last Wednesday I had a V-tack. Suddenly I blacked out. Praise God I have a pacemake and defibulator. After my defibulator kicked in, I regained consciousness. A few seconds more, I would be in heaven rejoicing. After undergoing many tests in the ER at St. Lukes Hospital, I was released that night. All the tests were negative, and the Jewish doctor thanked God that I was still alive. As of this writing, I'm doing good, and well taken care of by my children. This is my 3rd V-tack in the last 6 years. Athough I can't ship visit or drive anymore, I can still help Thomas in some areas of the ministry. Please life me up in prayer on a daily basis. Thomas and his co-workers are doing aggressive work as evangelists. He is becoming a leader in his own right. His leadership is not only exemplified here in Houston, but among the other Gulf coast ports. Thomas is reaching out and making contacts more that I did. We should be proud of his activities as he goes about the Father's business. Pray for him, his family and co-workers. Thank you for your prayers, financial support and much needed encouragement. Satan is a loser. We're winners by the blood of Jesus. We're grateful for your love gifts to this vital Global ministry. Foreign souls are at our doorsteps. Please send your tax deductible contributions to our treasurer, Rose Young, at this address. Att: Rose Young
West Houston Chinese Church
c/o Lifeline to Seamen Inc.
10638 Hammerly Blvd.,
Houston, Texas 77043
God richly bless you. Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
To him who is able to keep you from falling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy - to the only god our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages now and forevermore! Amen.. (Jude. 24,25)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Saturday, August 15, 2009
08/09/09 - 08/15/09
Dear seafarer's friends, 08/09/09 - 08/15/09
Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Father's son, will be with us in truth and love. (2 Jn. 3)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
4 ships on Monday:
FORMOSA FOURTEEN, CCNI ROTTERDAM, PATRIOT SPIRIT, and
BW NANTES - All Chinese; Filipino, and Russian; Honduras, and Spanish;
Indian, and French. We were on the first ship last May. Gave away all the
Scriptures, Jesus DVD's and materials we brought with us. Prayed with the
chief engineer and blessed the ship. Four Indian Christians on the last ship,
chief cook, deck cadet, bosun, and motorman. (see picture 1 of Steve with the
chief cook and others).
Steve Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
7 ships on Tuesday:
IKAN ACAPULCO, REINA ROSA, MALTE B, RICKMERS HOUSTON,
AALBORG, AJAX, and YACU PUMA - All Filipino; Filipino, and Korean;
Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, Russian, Ukrainian, and Croatian; Filipino, Polish,
Romanian, and Bulgarian; All Russian; All Peruvian. We were on the last ship
last Jun. They were glad to receive Scripture and Jesus DVD's. We visited the
second last May, the third ship last Mar. the fifth ship over a year ago. All
receptive.
Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH came and helped the ship visitation today.
3 ships on Wednesday:
UBC SAVANNAH, BBC ZARATE, and CLIPPER GOLFITO - All Filipino;
Filipino, Russian, and Hungarian; Croatian, and Myanmar. We visited the first
ship a year ago, the second ship last Nov., and the last ship last Jul. All
responsive. Prayed and blessed the ships.
11 ships on Thursday:
STAR EVVIVA, ANTEA, OVERSEAS ROSEMAR, NORWID, and CELINE
- All Filipino; Filipino, and Indian; Filipino, and Bulgarian; Polish, and Chinese;
Russian, Hungarian, and Sri Lanka. We visited the first ship and the last ship
over a year ago, the fourth ship just last month. They were all receptive. I prayed
with one Chinese and other Filipinos.
THEKLA, IEVOLI SPLENDOR, SOPHIE RICKMERS, CASTILLO DE
SAN PEDR, STX ACE 10, and ALGARVE - All Russian; Russian, and
Ukrainian; All Myanmar; All Peruvian; All Korean; All Polish. We visited the
second ship and the fourth ship over a year ago, the third ship and the last ship
last Apr., the fifth ship last Mar. All responsive.
7 ships on Friday:
WEST FORTUNE, THOR VENTURE, SAMANTA, SCM ATHINA,
SEABOARD EXPLORER II, GHETTY BOTTIGLIERI, and THOR NECTAR
- All Filipino; All Filipino; All Ukrainian; All Russian; All Russian; All Indian; All
Thai. We visited the fourth ship last Apr., the fifth ship last Feb., and the last ship
last Jun. All responsive. There were four Christians on the Indian ship, the second
engineer, the third engineer, the fourth engineer, and fitter. Prayed with them
blessed the crew and their families. (see picture 2 & 3)
Evangelism is a gift from God. It's a mandate to serve by giving ourselves as a witness to those we come into contact. So often God gives us an opportunity to tell this person or persons about Jesus. However, a conflict begins to take place between our spirit and mind. An inner struggle occurs between our spirit urging us to speak the Word, and the devil discouraging us in the minds with a spirit of confusion. Unfortunately, we miss the opportunity to possibly save a soul from hell. The Lord confirms this prophetic truth in Isaiah 43:10, "You are my witnesses, and my servant whom I have chosen, so that you may know and believe me and understand that I AM HE." Isaiah, the evangelical prophet clearly outlines the steps of an evangelist. By the way, as believers, you and I are chosen by God to be Light bearers. Our message is in the words of Jesus, "I AM the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." Jesus confirms His divinity in the Name, "I AM", as prophesied by Isaiah. It's the greatest miracle of all when people confess Christ as their Savior, crucified and risen Lord of life. Our goal is to lead others to a saving faith in Christ. Sometimes our walk is louder than our talk. A vessel is one close knit family. Everyone knows what his shipmate is like. No one can hide his true identity. It is amazing that we can go on board, and immediately they'll tell us who is Christian. When we meet them, we see that they're genuine in their faith. They have a gentle and humble spirit. These seafarers are true witnesses. Thank you for ALL your support. Thomas is doing such a great work saving souls for the Kingdom. Your prayers are being answered. However, we need more financial support as we enter the fall months. Join us in prayer for the churches and individuals to include us in your budget on a monthly basis. Please send your tax deductible contributions to our treasurer, Rose Young, at this address. Att: Rose Young
West Houston Chinese Church
c/o Lifeline to Seamen Inc.
10638 Hammerly Blvd.,
Houston, Texas 77043
Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
Peace to you. The friends here send their greetings. (3 Jn. 15)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Father's son, will be with us in truth and love. (2 Jn. 3)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
4 ships on Monday:
FORMOSA FOURTEEN, CCNI ROTTERDAM, PATRIOT SPIRIT, and
BW NANTES - All Chinese; Filipino, and Russian; Honduras, and Spanish;
Indian, and French. We were on the first ship last May. Gave away all the
Scriptures, Jesus DVD's and materials we brought with us. Prayed with the
chief engineer and blessed the ship. Four Indian Christians on the last ship,
chief cook, deck cadet, bosun, and motorman. (see picture 1 of Steve with the
chief cook and others).
Steve Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
7 ships on Tuesday:
IKAN ACAPULCO, REINA ROSA, MALTE B, RICKMERS HOUSTON,
AALBORG, AJAX, and YACU PUMA - All Filipino; Filipino, and Korean;
Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, Russian, Ukrainian, and Croatian; Filipino, Polish,
Romanian, and Bulgarian; All Russian; All Peruvian. We were on the last ship
last Jun. They were glad to receive Scripture and Jesus DVD's. We visited the
second last May, the third ship last Mar. the fifth ship over a year ago. All
receptive.
Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH came and helped the ship visitation today.
3 ships on Wednesday:
UBC SAVANNAH, BBC ZARATE, and CLIPPER GOLFITO - All Filipino;
Filipino, Russian, and Hungarian; Croatian, and Myanmar. We visited the first
ship a year ago, the second ship last Nov., and the last ship last Jul. All
responsive. Prayed and blessed the ships.
11 ships on Thursday:
STAR EVVIVA, ANTEA, OVERSEAS ROSEMAR, NORWID, and CELINE
- All Filipino; Filipino, and Indian; Filipino, and Bulgarian; Polish, and Chinese;
Russian, Hungarian, and Sri Lanka. We visited the first ship and the last ship
over a year ago, the fourth ship just last month. They were all receptive. I prayed
with one Chinese and other Filipinos.
THEKLA, IEVOLI SPLENDOR, SOPHIE RICKMERS, CASTILLO DE
SAN PEDR, STX ACE 10, and ALGARVE - All Russian; Russian, and
Ukrainian; All Myanmar; All Peruvian; All Korean; All Polish. We visited the
second ship and the fourth ship over a year ago, the third ship and the last ship
last Apr., the fifth ship last Mar. All responsive.
7 ships on Friday:
WEST FORTUNE, THOR VENTURE, SAMANTA, SCM ATHINA,
SEABOARD EXPLORER II, GHETTY BOTTIGLIERI, and THOR NECTAR
- All Filipino; All Filipino; All Ukrainian; All Russian; All Russian; All Indian; All
Thai. We visited the fourth ship last Apr., the fifth ship last Feb., and the last ship
last Jun. All responsive. There were four Christians on the Indian ship, the second
engineer, the third engineer, the fourth engineer, and fitter. Prayed with them
blessed the crew and their families. (see picture 2 & 3)
Evangelism is a gift from God. It's a mandate to serve by giving ourselves as a witness to those we come into contact. So often God gives us an opportunity to tell this person or persons about Jesus. However, a conflict begins to take place between our spirit and mind. An inner struggle occurs between our spirit urging us to speak the Word, and the devil discouraging us in the minds with a spirit of confusion. Unfortunately, we miss the opportunity to possibly save a soul from hell. The Lord confirms this prophetic truth in Isaiah 43:10, "You are my witnesses, and my servant whom I have chosen, so that you may know and believe me and understand that I AM HE." Isaiah, the evangelical prophet clearly outlines the steps of an evangelist. By the way, as believers, you and I are chosen by God to be Light bearers. Our message is in the words of Jesus, "I AM the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." Jesus confirms His divinity in the Name, "I AM", as prophesied by Isaiah. It's the greatest miracle of all when people confess Christ as their Savior, crucified and risen Lord of life. Our goal is to lead others to a saving faith in Christ. Sometimes our walk is louder than our talk. A vessel is one close knit family. Everyone knows what his shipmate is like. No one can hide his true identity. It is amazing that we can go on board, and immediately they'll tell us who is Christian. When we meet them, we see that they're genuine in their faith. They have a gentle and humble spirit. These seafarers are true witnesses. Thank you for ALL your support. Thomas is doing such a great work saving souls for the Kingdom. Your prayers are being answered. However, we need more financial support as we enter the fall months. Join us in prayer for the churches and individuals to include us in your budget on a monthly basis. Please send your tax deductible contributions to our treasurer, Rose Young, at this address. Att: Rose Young
West Houston Chinese Church
c/o Lifeline to Seamen Inc.
10638 Hammerly Blvd.,
Houston, Texas 77043
Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
Peace to you. The friends here send their greetings. (3 Jn. 15)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Saturday, August 8, 2009
08/02/09 - 08/08/09
Dear seafarer's friends, 08/02/09 - 08/08/09
Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. (2 Pet. 1:2)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
3 ships on Monday:
FORTUNE EPOCH, GEORGE N, and NORDANA FREJA - Filipino, and
two Korean; Filipino, and Indian; All Thai. We visited the first ship last Aug. We
were on the second ship last May. One Indian Christian on the second ship. (see
picture 1 of Steve with two Hindus and one Filipino). We prayed and blessed the
crew.
5 ships on Tuesday:
SPT CHALLENGER, TORM LENE, and GENMAR MINOTAUR - All
Indian; All Indian; Filipino, Ukrainian, and Indian. We were on the first ship
last Apr. Two Christians on board, captain and fitter. (see picture 2 with some
of the crew). Three Christians on the second ship, chief cook, general steward,
and motor man. (see picture 3 with me and them). We visited the third ship also
last Apr. All receptive.
EMA QUERIDA, and LI BAI - Korean, and Myanmar; All Chinese. We were
on the second ship just less than three weeks ago. I only brought them some
current Chinese Christian Newspaper. There was one Korean Christian which is
the captain, and one Myanmar Christian, an able seaman on the first ship. (see
picture 4 for the Myanmar and one Korean).
6 ships on Thursday:
OCEAN PRIMUS, OVERSEAS RIMAR, NCC HAIEL, SEAMARLIN,
SPRING BEAR, and MINANUR CEBI - All Filipino; All Filipino; Filipino, and
Russian; Filipino, and German; All Russian; All Turkish. We visited the first ship
last Jun., the third ship last Jul., the fourth ship last Apr. and the last ship over a
year ago. (see picture 5 for the Turkish). They were all receptive. I prayed with
them and blessed the ships.
10 ships on Friday:
OVERSEAS SERIFOS, COSMOS VENTURE, DRESDEN, BW PRINCE,
AEGEAN NAVIGATOR, and CHEMTRANS MOON - All Filipino; Filipino,
and Indian; Filipino, and Indian; Filipino, and Indian; Filipino, and Greek; Filipino,
Russian, and Myanmar. We visited the second ship last Jun., the third ship last
Apr. All responsive. Prayed with them, blessed the crew and their families.
PREM MALA, SABINE, CAPE BANTRY, and NORDANA SOPHIE - All
Indian; All Indian; All Russian; All Thai. We were on the second ship last Jun.,
the last ship last Feb. There were two Christians on the first ship, the third
engineer and an ordinary seaman. (see picture 6 for some of the Indian crew). There were four Christians including the chief cook on the second ship. (see
picture 7 for the chief cook and others). Shared the Scripture with them and
prayed with them.
2 ships on Saturday:
SONGA DIAMOND, and ROCKET - All Filipino; All Turkish. All receptive.
(see picture 8 for the Turkish chief cook, general steward and me).
Evangelism is listening and learning from those you're sharing the Gospel. Consider them equal to you as a person redeemed by the precious blood of Jesus Christ. This means that you have discernment to determine where they are spiritually. Listening intently will help you learn the type of person you're conversing with. He'll let you know soon enough if he's interested or not in a spiritual engagement. There's an interesting verse in Proverts 1:5, "Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance." Wisdom dictates that we position ourselves to quietly listen to that person or persons, and learn what they have to say. Elsewhere in Proverbs it says, "The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise." Soul winning is God's high priority for the righteous. As we listen and learn from our spiritual engagement, ask the Lord to give you discernment for guidance in witnessing to them. Pray to the Holy Spirit to give you wisdom to speak the right words at the right time. Always let your words be filled with love. This will open them up to receive the Gospel more willingly. We've had seafarers compliment us for not cramming Christianity down their throats. They've accepted us because we love them with the love of Christ in a gentle manner. When directed by the Holy Spirit, we speak about sin and forgiveness emphasizing Christ's death and resurrection. We pray the salvation prayer with them personally and collectively confessing Jesus Christ as the Lord of their lives. We're not ashamed to share our glorious Savior. We urge you to pray and financially support our ministry. Remember, you're a partner with us. God richly bless you. Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
To him be glory both now and forever! (2 Pet. 3:18)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. (2 Pet. 1:2)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
3 ships on Monday:
FORTUNE EPOCH, GEORGE N, and NORDANA FREJA - Filipino, and
two Korean; Filipino, and Indian; All Thai. We visited the first ship last Aug. We
were on the second ship last May. One Indian Christian on the second ship. (see
picture 1 of Steve with two Hindus and one Filipino). We prayed and blessed the
crew.
5 ships on Tuesday:
SPT CHALLENGER, TORM LENE, and GENMAR MINOTAUR - All
Indian; All Indian; Filipino, Ukrainian, and Indian. We were on the first ship
last Apr. Two Christians on board, captain and fitter. (see picture 2 with some
of the crew). Three Christians on the second ship, chief cook, general steward,
and motor man. (see picture 3 with me and them). We visited the third ship also
last Apr. All receptive.
EMA QUERIDA, and LI BAI - Korean, and Myanmar; All Chinese. We were
on the second ship just less than three weeks ago. I only brought them some
current Chinese Christian Newspaper. There was one Korean Christian which is
the captain, and one Myanmar Christian, an able seaman on the first ship. (see
picture 4 for the Myanmar and one Korean).
6 ships on Thursday:
OCEAN PRIMUS, OVERSEAS RIMAR, NCC HAIEL, SEAMARLIN,
SPRING BEAR, and MINANUR CEBI - All Filipino; All Filipino; Filipino, and
Russian; Filipino, and German; All Russian; All Turkish. We visited the first ship
last Jun., the third ship last Jul., the fourth ship last Apr. and the last ship over a
year ago. (see picture 5 for the Turkish). They were all receptive. I prayed with
them and blessed the ships.
10 ships on Friday:
OVERSEAS SERIFOS, COSMOS VENTURE, DRESDEN, BW PRINCE,
AEGEAN NAVIGATOR, and CHEMTRANS MOON - All Filipino; Filipino,
and Indian; Filipino, and Indian; Filipino, and Indian; Filipino, and Greek; Filipino,
Russian, and Myanmar. We visited the second ship last Jun., the third ship last
Apr. All responsive. Prayed with them, blessed the crew and their families.
PREM MALA, SABINE, CAPE BANTRY, and NORDANA SOPHIE - All
Indian; All Indian; All Russian; All Thai. We were on the second ship last Jun.,
the last ship last Feb. There were two Christians on the first ship, the third
engineer and an ordinary seaman. (see picture 6 for some of the Indian crew). There were four Christians including the chief cook on the second ship. (see
picture 7 for the chief cook and others). Shared the Scripture with them and
prayed with them.
2 ships on Saturday:
SONGA DIAMOND, and ROCKET - All Filipino; All Turkish. All receptive.
(see picture 8 for the Turkish chief cook, general steward and me).
Evangelism is listening and learning from those you're sharing the Gospel. Consider them equal to you as a person redeemed by the precious blood of Jesus Christ. This means that you have discernment to determine where they are spiritually. Listening intently will help you learn the type of person you're conversing with. He'll let you know soon enough if he's interested or not in a spiritual engagement. There's an interesting verse in Proverts 1:5, "Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance." Wisdom dictates that we position ourselves to quietly listen to that person or persons, and learn what they have to say. Elsewhere in Proverbs it says, "The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise." Soul winning is God's high priority for the righteous. As we listen and learn from our spiritual engagement, ask the Lord to give you discernment for guidance in witnessing to them. Pray to the Holy Spirit to give you wisdom to speak the right words at the right time. Always let your words be filled with love. This will open them up to receive the Gospel more willingly. We've had seafarers compliment us for not cramming Christianity down their throats. They've accepted us because we love them with the love of Christ in a gentle manner. When directed by the Holy Spirit, we speak about sin and forgiveness emphasizing Christ's death and resurrection. We pray the salvation prayer with them personally and collectively confessing Jesus Christ as the Lord of their lives. We're not ashamed to share our glorious Savior. We urge you to pray and financially support our ministry. Remember, you're a partner with us. God richly bless you. Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
To him be glory both now and forever! (2 Pet. 3:18)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Saturday, August 1, 2009
07/26/09 - 08/01/09
Dear seafarer's friends, 07/26/09 - 08/01/09
Grace and peace be yours in abundance. (1 Pet. 1:2)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
6 ships on Monday:
CHIPOLBROK MOON, CHEMBULK NEW YORK, and GOLDEN
FLORENCE - All Chinese; Myanmar, and Georgian; Myanmar, Korean, and
Filipino. We were on the first ship last Mar., the second ship last Oct., the third
ship over a year ago. One Christian on the second ship, the chief cook. (see
picture 1). There were resistance on the first ship, but the Lord still gave me
opportunities to give the Scriptures, Jesus DVD's and other materials away.
FR8 ENDURANCE, JENNY N, and SEABULK ENERGY - All Indian;
Indian, and Filipino; All American. We were on the first ship over a year ago,
and visited the third ship last Sep. Three Christians on the first ship, chief cook,
second cook, and an able seaman. (see picture 2). Two Indian Christians on the
second ship, two third engineers.
9 ships on Tuesday:
FOUR SHINANO, HARBOUR PROMISE, OLYMPIC FLAIR, BOW
ARCHITECT, VALLE DI GRANADA, and IKAN VERACRUZ - All Filipino;
Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, and Greek; Filipino, and Korean; Filipino, Italian,
and Indian; Filipino, Indian, and Chinese. All receptive. We visited the third ship
and the fourth ship both over a year ago. We were on the last ship just last
month. They were happy to see us again. There were four Christians on the fifth
ship, chief cook, general steward, fitter and wiper.
MAERSK PROMISE, NAESBORG, and JUMBO CHALLENGER - All
Indian; Bulgarian, and Russian; Dutch, Russian, and Cape Verde. There was only
one Christian on the first ship, the third officer. And they were very busy, so we
didn't stay very long. All responsive.
Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH came and helped the ship visitation today.
6 of us from WHCC took a boat tour at Houston Ship Channel Wednesday afternoon.
(see picture 3)
13 ships on Thursday:
ETAGAS, TORM CAROLINE, JO SEQUOIA, FORTUNE EXPRESS,
EAST POINT, CLIPPER HERMOD, GANT VISION, and STOLT
MESTLAND - All Filipino; All Filipino; All Filipino; All Filipino; Italian, and
Filipino; Spanish, and Filipino; Romanian, Russian, and Filipino; Ukrainian,
Latvian, and Filipino. We visited the second ship and the last ship over a year
ago, the fourth ship last Jan. and the fifth ship just last month. (see picture 4 for
the Filipino sailors). They were all receptive. I prayed with them and blessed the
ships.
BBC AMAZON, BALTIC MERCUR, IKAN ALTAMIRA, RICKMERS
SINGAPORE, and PANAM PACIFICO - All Russian; All Russian; Filipino,
and Chinese; Filipino, Romanian, Sri Lanka, and one Chinese; Myanmar, and
Croatian. We visited the first and the second ship both in last Mar., the third ship
just six weeks ago, the fourth ship last Oct., the last ship last Apr. (see picture 5
for me and the only one Chinese seaman on the fourth ship). Prayed with them,
and they all responsive.
2 ships on Saturday:
LIAN HUA HAI, and RICKMERS SINGAPORE - All Chinese; Filipino,
Romanian, Sri Lanka, and one Chinese. We were on the first ship last Nov. (see
picture 6&7 while they were having dinner). That's how many people we prayed
together. I explained the Jesus movie to them. While I was leaving, they still
watching the Jesus DVD. I went back back to the second ship to see the only
one Chinese seaman. I found him in the Seafarer's Center, and gave him a copy
of the most current Christian Chinese Newspaper "Herald".
Evangelism is Gospel bearing. Last week we learned that an evangelist speaks the Word of God with all boldness and confidence. We're not intimidated by political correctness, but Biblical correctness is the basis for our witnessing. The Word is the power of salvation to everyone who believes. We always proclaim that the suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ frees us from the bondage of sin and eternal death. So many seafarers are convicted by the Word and place their faith in the living Christ. Evangelism is a way of life. We're commanded not only to speak the Word of God with all authority, but to be living witnesses. Being doers of the Word is evangelism. Our behavior is closely observed by others. We're read like letters. St. Paul puts it this way in 2 Corinthians 3:2, "You yourselves are our letters, written on our hearts, known and read by everybody." The Spirit of God is a living example as followers of Christ. Seafarers are taken advantage of in so many ways, but we gain their confidence by being truthful and genuine. Since they come into contact with many people worldwide, they want to see if we're for real. Our ministry is blessed when we conduct ourselves in a Christ-like way. Evangelism is being a loving friend. We exemplify God's love in a tangible way by our words and works. They experience our friendship by us caring for them. We don't have to tell them we're their friends. They'll know it by our love. A Chinese seaman observed my actions for 3 years before becoming a Christian. Steven takes seafarers to church and shopping. They become Christians and some are baptized. Thomas has Bible studies on the vessels and takes time sharing the Scripture with them. He has the anointing of the Holy Spirit to relate person to person evangelism. His love is contagious, and there is a great response to his genuine friendship. While handing out Bibles and praying with some seafarers on the docks, a person was moved to make a large contribution. He was investing for eternity. We urge you to pray and financially support the ministry on a monthly basis. God richly bless you. Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
Peace to all of you who are in Christ. (1 Pet. 5:14)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Grace and peace be yours in abundance. (1 Pet. 1:2)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
6 ships on Monday:
CHIPOLBROK MOON, CHEMBULK NEW YORK, and GOLDEN
FLORENCE - All Chinese; Myanmar, and Georgian; Myanmar, Korean, and
Filipino. We were on the first ship last Mar., the second ship last Oct., the third
ship over a year ago. One Christian on the second ship, the chief cook. (see
picture 1). There were resistance on the first ship, but the Lord still gave me
opportunities to give the Scriptures, Jesus DVD's and other materials away.
FR8 ENDURANCE, JENNY N, and SEABULK ENERGY - All Indian;
Indian, and Filipino; All American. We were on the first ship over a year ago,
and visited the third ship last Sep. Three Christians on the first ship, chief cook,
second cook, and an able seaman. (see picture 2). Two Indian Christians on the
second ship, two third engineers.
9 ships on Tuesday:
FOUR SHINANO, HARBOUR PROMISE, OLYMPIC FLAIR, BOW
ARCHITECT, VALLE DI GRANADA, and IKAN VERACRUZ - All Filipino;
Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, and Greek; Filipino, and Korean; Filipino, Italian,
and Indian; Filipino, Indian, and Chinese. All receptive. We visited the third ship
and the fourth ship both over a year ago. We were on the last ship just last
month. They were happy to see us again. There were four Christians on the fifth
ship, chief cook, general steward, fitter and wiper.
MAERSK PROMISE, NAESBORG, and JUMBO CHALLENGER - All
Indian; Bulgarian, and Russian; Dutch, Russian, and Cape Verde. There was only
one Christian on the first ship, the third officer. And they were very busy, so we
didn't stay very long. All responsive.
Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH came and helped the ship visitation today.
6 of us from WHCC took a boat tour at Houston Ship Channel Wednesday afternoon.
(see picture 3)
13 ships on Thursday:
ETAGAS, TORM CAROLINE, JO SEQUOIA, FORTUNE EXPRESS,
EAST POINT, CLIPPER HERMOD, GANT VISION, and STOLT
MESTLAND - All Filipino; All Filipino; All Filipino; All Filipino; Italian, and
Filipino; Spanish, and Filipino; Romanian, Russian, and Filipino; Ukrainian,
Latvian, and Filipino. We visited the second ship and the last ship over a year
ago, the fourth ship last Jan. and the fifth ship just last month. (see picture 4 for
the Filipino sailors). They were all receptive. I prayed with them and blessed the
ships.
BBC AMAZON, BALTIC MERCUR, IKAN ALTAMIRA, RICKMERS
SINGAPORE, and PANAM PACIFICO - All Russian; All Russian; Filipino,
and Chinese; Filipino, Romanian, Sri Lanka, and one Chinese; Myanmar, and
Croatian. We visited the first and the second ship both in last Mar., the third ship
just six weeks ago, the fourth ship last Oct., the last ship last Apr. (see picture 5
for me and the only one Chinese seaman on the fourth ship). Prayed with them,
and they all responsive.
2 ships on Saturday:
LIAN HUA HAI, and RICKMERS SINGAPORE - All Chinese; Filipino,
Romanian, Sri Lanka, and one Chinese. We were on the first ship last Nov. (see
picture 6&7 while they were having dinner). That's how many people we prayed
together. I explained the Jesus movie to them. While I was leaving, they still
watching the Jesus DVD. I went back back to the second ship to see the only
one Chinese seaman. I found him in the Seafarer's Center, and gave him a copy
of the most current Christian Chinese Newspaper "Herald".
Evangelism is Gospel bearing. Last week we learned that an evangelist speaks the Word of God with all boldness and confidence. We're not intimidated by political correctness, but Biblical correctness is the basis for our witnessing. The Word is the power of salvation to everyone who believes. We always proclaim that the suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ frees us from the bondage of sin and eternal death. So many seafarers are convicted by the Word and place their faith in the living Christ. Evangelism is a way of life. We're commanded not only to speak the Word of God with all authority, but to be living witnesses. Being doers of the Word is evangelism. Our behavior is closely observed by others. We're read like letters. St. Paul puts it this way in 2 Corinthians 3:2, "You yourselves are our letters, written on our hearts, known and read by everybody." The Spirit of God is a living example as followers of Christ. Seafarers are taken advantage of in so many ways, but we gain their confidence by being truthful and genuine. Since they come into contact with many people worldwide, they want to see if we're for real. Our ministry is blessed when we conduct ourselves in a Christ-like way. Evangelism is being a loving friend. We exemplify God's love in a tangible way by our words and works. They experience our friendship by us caring for them. We don't have to tell them we're their friends. They'll know it by our love. A Chinese seaman observed my actions for 3 years before becoming a Christian. Steven takes seafarers to church and shopping. They become Christians and some are baptized. Thomas has Bible studies on the vessels and takes time sharing the Scripture with them. He has the anointing of the Holy Spirit to relate person to person evangelism. His love is contagious, and there is a great response to his genuine friendship. While handing out Bibles and praying with some seafarers on the docks, a person was moved to make a large contribution. He was investing for eternity. We urge you to pray and financially support the ministry on a monthly basis. God richly bless you. Maranatha!
For those who are interested in knowing about TWIC, the phone number is (866) 347-8942 The link is www.twicinformation.com.
Peace to all of you who are in Christ. (1 Pet. 5:14)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
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