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
Saturday, August 15, 2009
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
Saturday, July 25, 2009
07/19/09 - 07/25/09
Dear seafarer's friends, 07/19/09 - 07/25/09
Grace and peace be yours in abundance. (1 Pet. 1:2)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
4 ships on Monday:
FORMOSA THIRTEEN, AN NING, PACIFIC CELEBES, and BELUGA
FANFARE - All Chinese; All Chinese; British, Russian, Filipino, and Chinese;
Filipino, and Ukrainian. We were on the first ship and the third ship last Mar.
Two Christians on the second ship, the second engineer and an able seaman.
We ministered to them individually and prayed together.
Steven Chao from WHCC came and helped the ship visitation today.
3 ships on Tuesday:
DE ZHOU, RICHMOND BRIDGE, and HELENA OLDENDORFF -
All Chinese; All Indian; All Filipino. All receptive. There were three Christians on
the Indian ship, chief cook, fitter and an able seaman. (see picture 1 for the group we prayed together).
5 ships on Wednesday:
SPT CRUSADER, GULF PEARL, and ANGELICA SCHULTE - All Indian,
Romanian, Filipino, and Indian; Polish, Russian, Venezuelan, and Filipino. We
were on the first ship last Oct. Three Christians on board, bosun, an ordinary
seaman, and an able seaman. (see picture 2 for the group I prayed with)
LIAN YUN HU, and KIRAN PACIFIC - All Chinese; All Turkish. We were
on the first ship last Nov. (see picture 3 for the Chinese seamen). (see picture
4 for the Turkish seamen).
8 ships on Thursday:
MANUELA, SEA VOYAGER, CLIPPER ORION, FILITSA, and MORITZ
SCHULTE - All Filipino; All Filipino; Norwegian, and Filipino; Greek, Romanian,
and Filipino; Russian, Polish, Ukrainian, Romanian, Ghanaian, and Filipino. We
visited the third ship last Sep. They were all responsive. I prayed with them and
blessed the crew.
AL AMERAT, DOBRUDJA, and ANDROMEDA - All Indian; All Bulgarian;
Polish, Lithuania,German, and Russian. We visited the second ship last Apr., the
last ship last Aug. There were two Christians on the first ship, wiper, and bosun.
We had a small prayer meeting on board. (see picture 5). They all receptive.
6 ships on Friday:
BRITISH HOLLY, GENMAR ALEXANDRA, EAGLE OTOME,
SAFMARINE ANGOLA, NCC HAIEL, and ONEGO MISTRAL - All Indian;
Indian, Russian, Ukrainian, and Filipino; Indian, Ukrainian, Filipino, and one
Chinese; Filipino, Russian, and Bulgarian; Filipino, and Russian; All Filipino. We
visited the second ship last Aug., the fourth ship last Dec., the fifth ship last Nov.
There were five Christians on the first ship, chief cook, general steward, bosun,
oiler, and an able seaman. (see picture 6 for the Christians and others). Prayed
with them and blessed the crew. There were two Indian Christians on the third
ship. We used our own mother language to pray together, and I concluded with
an English prayer. I also prayed with the Chinese third officer on board. They
were receptive.
Evangelism is soul winning proclaiming the suffering, dead and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It’s sharing the Good News with the seafarers. As we do so, their spirits are open for a Gospel witness. In love we minister to them spirit to spirit. So often as the Word is spoken, we are able to perceive the Holy Spirit touching their spirits. At this time the seafarers are open to listen to the Word. There is now an encounter to engage in a discussion pertaining to spiritual things. We always endeavor to communicate with them the truth of God’s Word. It’s the Truth that will set them free.
In Luke 5:1-12 we learn by example this seafaring story. Jesus told Peter to launch out into the deep. After hesitation he obeyed and made a miraculous catch. Jesus said to Peter that from now on he will be fishers of men. This is evangelism.
Seafarers can identify with this story. Peter worked hard to make a living as a fisherman. Constantly facing death, seafarer’s monotonus daily life on board is working, sleeping and eating. There may be a little recreation to enjoy. They always welcome a chaplain on board to serve and freely give ourselves to them. We counsel individually and collectively as the need arises. We always keep our witness Christ centered. Without Christ , there is no Good news.
When you gain their confidence, they’re willing to share with you their fears, difficulties and aspirations. Since there’re away from home so long, they have personal and family problems with no one to confide in. A young Chinese cadet was lonesome for his family, and we directed him to Christ. A Filipino’s mother had died, and he wasn’t able to attend her funeral. We brought comfort to him from God’s Word. There are so many opportunities to be Christ’s example. God has placed us in a strategic ministry. Thanks for your prayers and financial support. 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
4 ships on Monday:
FORMOSA THIRTEEN, AN NING, PACIFIC CELEBES, and BELUGA
FANFARE - All Chinese; All Chinese; British, Russian, Filipino, and Chinese;
Filipino, and Ukrainian. We were on the first ship and the third ship last Mar.
Two Christians on the second ship, the second engineer and an able seaman.
We ministered to them individually and prayed together.
Steven Chao from WHCC came and helped the ship visitation today.
3 ships on Tuesday:
DE ZHOU, RICHMOND BRIDGE, and HELENA OLDENDORFF -
All Chinese; All Indian; All Filipino. All receptive. There were three Christians on
the Indian ship, chief cook, fitter and an able seaman. (see picture 1 for the group we prayed together).
5 ships on Wednesday:
SPT CRUSADER, GULF PEARL, and ANGELICA SCHULTE - All Indian,
Romanian, Filipino, and Indian; Polish, Russian, Venezuelan, and Filipino. We
were on the first ship last Oct. Three Christians on board, bosun, an ordinary
seaman, and an able seaman. (see picture 2 for the group I prayed with)
LIAN YUN HU, and KIRAN PACIFIC - All Chinese; All Turkish. We were
on the first ship last Nov. (see picture 3 for the Chinese seamen). (see picture
4 for the Turkish seamen).
8 ships on Thursday:
MANUELA, SEA VOYAGER, CLIPPER ORION, FILITSA, and MORITZ
SCHULTE - All Filipino; All Filipino; Norwegian, and Filipino; Greek, Romanian,
and Filipino; Russian, Polish, Ukrainian, Romanian, Ghanaian, and Filipino. We
visited the third ship last Sep. They were all responsive. I prayed with them and
blessed the crew.
AL AMERAT, DOBRUDJA, and ANDROMEDA - All Indian; All Bulgarian;
Polish, Lithuania,German, and Russian. We visited the second ship last Apr., the
last ship last Aug. There were two Christians on the first ship, wiper, and bosun.
We had a small prayer meeting on board. (see picture 5). They all receptive.
6 ships on Friday:
BRITISH HOLLY, GENMAR ALEXANDRA, EAGLE OTOME,
SAFMARINE ANGOLA, NCC HAIEL, and ONEGO MISTRAL - All Indian;
Indian, Russian, Ukrainian, and Filipino; Indian, Ukrainian, Filipino, and one
Chinese; Filipino, Russian, and Bulgarian; Filipino, and Russian; All Filipino. We
visited the second ship last Aug., the fourth ship last Dec., the fifth ship last Nov.
There were five Christians on the first ship, chief cook, general steward, bosun,
oiler, and an able seaman. (see picture 6 for the Christians and others). Prayed
with them and blessed the crew. There were two Indian Christians on the third
ship. We used our own mother language to pray together, and I concluded with
an English prayer. I also prayed with the Chinese third officer on board. They
were receptive.
Evangelism is soul winning proclaiming the suffering, dead and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It’s sharing the Good News with the seafarers. As we do so, their spirits are open for a Gospel witness. In love we minister to them spirit to spirit. So often as the Word is spoken, we are able to perceive the Holy Spirit touching their spirits. At this time the seafarers are open to listen to the Word. There is now an encounter to engage in a discussion pertaining to spiritual things. We always endeavor to communicate with them the truth of God’s Word. It’s the Truth that will set them free.
In Luke 5:1-12 we learn by example this seafaring story. Jesus told Peter to launch out into the deep. After hesitation he obeyed and made a miraculous catch. Jesus said to Peter that from now on he will be fishers of men. This is evangelism.
Seafarers can identify with this story. Peter worked hard to make a living as a fisherman. Constantly facing death, seafarer’s monotonus daily life on board is working, sleeping and eating. There may be a little recreation to enjoy. They always welcome a chaplain on board to serve and freely give ourselves to them. We counsel individually and collectively as the need arises. We always keep our witness Christ centered. Without Christ , there is no Good news.
When you gain their confidence, they’re willing to share with you their fears, difficulties and aspirations. Since there’re away from home so long, they have personal and family problems with no one to confide in. A young Chinese cadet was lonesome for his family, and we directed him to Christ. A Filipino’s mother had died, and he wasn’t able to attend her funeral. We brought comfort to him from God’s Word. There are so many opportunities to be Christ’s example. God has placed us in a strategic ministry. Thanks for your prayers and financial support. 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
Saturday, July 18, 2009
07/12/09 - 07/18/09
Dear seafarer's friends, 07/12/09 - 07/18/09
Greetings,
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
6 ships on Monday:
NEW PRIDE - All Chinese. One Christian on board. He is the captain from
Taiwan. We had a very good fellowship together, a Bible study and a prayer
meeting. We all prayed. We also prayed with the crew and blessed the ship.
DEL SOL, STAR EXPRESS, BBC SPAIN, BBC AUSTRALIA, and
CLIPPER GOLFITO - Korean, and Filipino; Korean, and Filipino; Russian, and
Filipino; Ukrainian, and German; Croatian, and Myanmar. We visited the first
ship last Mar. the second ship last Dec. and the last ship almost a year ago. One
Myanmar Christian on the Myanmar ship. He is an ordinary seaman. Prayed with
him and blessed the crew.
Steven Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
4 ships on Tuesday:
CHANG HANG TAN SUO, LI BAI, NORWID, and BOW CARDINAL -
All Chinese; All Chinese; Polish and 4 Chinese; Filipino, and Norwegian. We
were on the first ship just last month. the second and the third ships last Mar., the
last ship over a year ago. The first ship was very resistant. We just delivered the
Christian Newspaper. The second ship was very open. The chief engineer
insisted us to have dinner on board. We prayed with the captain and almost the
whole crew and blessed them. Prayed with an engine room Chinese cadet on the
third ship. The last ship was receptive.
Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH came and helped the ship visitation today.
3 ships on Thursday:
GULL ARROW, and OCEANIC CERISE - All Indian; Filipino, and Indian.
We were on the first ship last May. Most of the crew has been changed. There
were six Christians on board, chief cook, second cook, wiper, two ordinary
seamen, and the second officer. (see picture 1 with some of them). We prayed
with the crew and blessed the ships.
IKAN ALTAMIRA - Filipino, Myanmar, and Chinese. Some of the seamen
recognized me because the previous visits on other ships. We had a chance to get
together and pray. (see picture 2). They all receptive.
Kenny Wu from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
6 ships on Friday:
MEDI CHENNAI, CHEMTRANS LYRA, and NORGAS TRAVELLER -
All Filipino; Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, Russian, and one Chinese. We were
the last ship over a year ago. Prayed with the Chinese engineer room cadet in the
engineer room. They were all receptive.
CHEMBULK BARCELONA - Myanmar, Korean, and German. There was
one Myanmar Christian, the fitter, on board. Prayed with him and others on the
ship. We were on this ship just less than two years ago.
OCEAN PRINCESS I, and CHEM LEO - All Indian; Turkish, Ukrainian, and
Indian. There were three Christians on the first ship, captain, chief cook, and an
able seaman. The able seaman said he was waiting for missionaries to come
aboard and bring him the Bible. Praise the Lord, we did it. (see picture 3 for part
of them).
Someone from FBCC came and helped the ministry today.
6 ships on Saturday:
KEN SEA, MPP SHIELD, BALTIMAR SATURN, CHAMPION, UAL
ABERDEEN, and AUSTIN ANGOL - All Filipino; Filipino, Russian, and
Tonga; Filipino, Russian, and Indonesian; Filipino, Romanian, Croatian, and
Indonesian; Indonesian, and Lithuania; Romanian, and Myanmar. We visited the
second ship last Jun., the third ship over a year ago, the fifth ship last May, and
the last ship a week ago. One Indonesian Christian on the fourth ship. Two
Indonesian Christians on the fifth ship. (see picture 4 for the Filipino born again
Christian, the chief officer, on the second ship).
Wei Bin Lu from WHCC came and helped the ship visitation today.
Dear saints redeemed by Christ's Blood July, 2009
David says in Ps. 35:28, “My tongue will speak of your righteousness and of your praises all day long.” This truth distinctly describes our ministry to seafarers. We’re fulfilling God’s Word by our witnessing and worshiping on the ships. We verbally profess Christ sharing the Jesus movie and freely giving the seafarers Bibles and Christian literature. Worship is praising God for His divine love. Although most of them are not allowed ashore, we have church on board conducting mini Bible studies, praying in groups and personally sharing the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Many are believing in our Sovereign Savior.
Lifeline to Seamen is endeavoring to use innovative ways to reach every person by the Spirit's power with the life changing Gospel. Thomas and a number of co-workers are reaching out to seafarers in tangible ways. They energetically serve the vessels and take some shopping. During the last quarter from April to June, we ministered to more than
750 Chinese, 1,200 Indian, 300 Myanmar, 75 Koreans besides thousands of Russian,
Filipino, Polish and others. We also freely distributed hundreds of Jesus DVD's and
praise CD's. The world is at our doorsteps. Steve took 40 Chinese to his church and
they all professed Jesus as their Savior. Pastor Peter Chao, their teacher, admitted that they were genuine salvation. Thomas said that many Chinese seamen wanted more Bibles and Jesus movies to take back home and told him that this is just what they needed. Oh Lord, enlarge our vision and lead us to reach more for Christ.
Consider that you go great lengths to invest in your familly. When you make contributions to this international ministry, you are investing in lives worldwide. The dividends are lives for eternity. Lifeline to Seamen is a non-profit tax exempt corporation. We are not underwritten by any church or any other organization but are
supported entirely by your faithful prayers and monthly investments.
Thank you for your partnership and may 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.
Grace be with you all. (Heb. 13:25)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Greetings,
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
6 ships on Monday:
NEW PRIDE - All Chinese. One Christian on board. He is the captain from
Taiwan. We had a very good fellowship together, a Bible study and a prayer
meeting. We all prayed. We also prayed with the crew and blessed the ship.
DEL SOL, STAR EXPRESS, BBC SPAIN, BBC AUSTRALIA, and
CLIPPER GOLFITO - Korean, and Filipino; Korean, and Filipino; Russian, and
Filipino; Ukrainian, and German; Croatian, and Myanmar. We visited the first
ship last Mar. the second ship last Dec. and the last ship almost a year ago. One
Myanmar Christian on the Myanmar ship. He is an ordinary seaman. Prayed with
him and blessed the crew.
Steven Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
4 ships on Tuesday:
CHANG HANG TAN SUO, LI BAI, NORWID, and BOW CARDINAL -
All Chinese; All Chinese; Polish and 4 Chinese; Filipino, and Norwegian. We
were on the first ship just last month. the second and the third ships last Mar., the
last ship over a year ago. The first ship was very resistant. We just delivered the
Christian Newspaper. The second ship was very open. The chief engineer
insisted us to have dinner on board. We prayed with the captain and almost the
whole crew and blessed them. Prayed with an engine room Chinese cadet on the
third ship. The last ship was receptive.
Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH came and helped the ship visitation today.
3 ships on Thursday:
GULL ARROW, and OCEANIC CERISE - All Indian; Filipino, and Indian.
We were on the first ship last May. Most of the crew has been changed. There
were six Christians on board, chief cook, second cook, wiper, two ordinary
seamen, and the second officer. (see picture 1 with some of them). We prayed
with the crew and blessed the ships.
IKAN ALTAMIRA - Filipino, Myanmar, and Chinese. Some of the seamen
recognized me because the previous visits on other ships. We had a chance to get
together and pray. (see picture 2). They all receptive.
Kenny Wu from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
6 ships on Friday:
MEDI CHENNAI, CHEMTRANS LYRA, and NORGAS TRAVELLER -
All Filipino; Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, Russian, and one Chinese. We were
the last ship over a year ago. Prayed with the Chinese engineer room cadet in the
engineer room. They were all receptive.
CHEMBULK BARCELONA - Myanmar, Korean, and German. There was
one Myanmar Christian, the fitter, on board. Prayed with him and others on the
ship. We were on this ship just less than two years ago.
OCEAN PRINCESS I, and CHEM LEO - All Indian; Turkish, Ukrainian, and
Indian. There were three Christians on the first ship, captain, chief cook, and an
able seaman. The able seaman said he was waiting for missionaries to come
aboard and bring him the Bible. Praise the Lord, we did it. (see picture 3 for part
of them).
Someone from FBCC came and helped the ministry today.
6 ships on Saturday:
KEN SEA, MPP SHIELD, BALTIMAR SATURN, CHAMPION, UAL
ABERDEEN, and AUSTIN ANGOL - All Filipino; Filipino, Russian, and
Tonga; Filipino, Russian, and Indonesian; Filipino, Romanian, Croatian, and
Indonesian; Indonesian, and Lithuania; Romanian, and Myanmar. We visited the
second ship last Jun., the third ship over a year ago, the fifth ship last May, and
the last ship a week ago. One Indonesian Christian on the fourth ship. Two
Indonesian Christians on the fifth ship. (see picture 4 for the Filipino born again
Christian, the chief officer, on the second ship).
Wei Bin Lu from WHCC came and helped the ship visitation today.
Dear saints redeemed by Christ's Blood July, 2009
David says in Ps. 35:28, “My tongue will speak of your righteousness and of your praises all day long.” This truth distinctly describes our ministry to seafarers. We’re fulfilling God’s Word by our witnessing and worshiping on the ships. We verbally profess Christ sharing the Jesus movie and freely giving the seafarers Bibles and Christian literature. Worship is praising God for His divine love. Although most of them are not allowed ashore, we have church on board conducting mini Bible studies, praying in groups and personally sharing the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Many are believing in our Sovereign Savior.
Lifeline to Seamen is endeavoring to use innovative ways to reach every person by the Spirit's power with the life changing Gospel. Thomas and a number of co-workers are reaching out to seafarers in tangible ways. They energetically serve the vessels and take some shopping. During the last quarter from April to June, we ministered to more than
750 Chinese, 1,200 Indian, 300 Myanmar, 75 Koreans besides thousands of Russian,
Filipino, Polish and others. We also freely distributed hundreds of Jesus DVD's and
praise CD's. The world is at our doorsteps. Steve took 40 Chinese to his church and
they all professed Jesus as their Savior. Pastor Peter Chao, their teacher, admitted that they were genuine salvation. Thomas said that many Chinese seamen wanted more Bibles and Jesus movies to take back home and told him that this is just what they needed. Oh Lord, enlarge our vision and lead us to reach more for Christ.
Consider that you go great lengths to invest in your familly. When you make contributions to this international ministry, you are investing in lives worldwide. The dividends are lives for eternity. Lifeline to Seamen is a non-profit tax exempt corporation. We are not underwritten by any church or any other organization but are
supported entirely by your faithful prayers and monthly investments.
Thank you for your partnership and may 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.
Grace be with you all. (Heb. 13:25)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Saturday, July 11, 2009
07/05/09 - 07/11/09
Dear seafarer's friends, 07/05/09 - 07/11/09
Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (Phm. 3)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
3 ships on Monday:
LIAN SHUN HU, SWAKOP, and YELLOWSTONE - All Chinese; All
Chinese; All Myanmar. We were on the first ship, and the last ship over a year
ago. The first ship had a commissar on board. He was resistant, still some of
them were open to the Gospel. The captain of the second ship was very friendly.
We took him to Best Buy, and shared the Good News to him in the car. He was
very close to salvation. (see picture 1 with the captain). Steve Yeboah came and
took seven to his church. There was one Myanmar.Christian on the third ship, the
second officer. Prayed with him and blessed the ship.
Steven Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
6 ships on Tuesday:
BOW ATLANTIC, CENTURY PEARL, KAROLINE N, and WISLA - All
Filipino; All Filipino; Filipino, and Indian; All Polish. We visited the first ship last
Feb., the third ship last Mar. Receptive. Prayed with them and blessed the crew.
After I prayed with one Hindu on the third ship, he told me he was depressed for
the last two days, but the prayer lifted him up.
CK GLORY, and JIN PING - All Chinese. Very responsive. I gave them
Scriptures, they said this was just what they needed. While I was leaving the first
ship, they were watching the Jesus DVD. While I was leaving the second ship, I
heard them listening to the Christian songs in their rooms. (see picture 2 and 3
with the crew on each ships).
7 ships on Thursday:
NEVESKA LADY, INDUSTRIAL DARY, ATLANTIC RUNNER,
IMBONDEIRO, NICOS I. V., TRANS CATALONIA, and JIN ZHOU -
Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, and Russian; All Russian; All Ukrainian; Filipino,
Russian, Greek, and Romanian; Norwegian, and Romanian; All Chinese.
We visited the second ship and the six ship last Oct., the third ship and the fifth
ship over a year ago. An initial visit on the last ship. Prayed and blessed the ships.
They all receptive.
Payton Huang from WHCC came and help the visitation today.
5 ships on Friday:
CAROLINE THERESA, WESERTOR, BBC ECUADOR, and AUSTIN
ANGOL - Filipino, and two Indian; Filipino, Russian, and German; Russian, and
Polish; Romanian, and Myanmar. We visited the third ship last Nov. There was
one Myanmar Christian on the last ship. They were all responsive. Prayed with
the Indian captain on the first ship.
JIN ZHOU - All Chinese. Prayed with nine people on this ship. (see picture 4 with 8 of them).
Dear saints redeemed by Christ's Blood July, 2009
David says in Psm. 35:38, “My tongue will speak of your righteousness and of your praises all day long.” This truth distinctly describes our ministry to seafarers. We’re fulfilling God’s Word by our witnessing and worshiping on the ships. We verbally profess Christ sharing the Jesus movie and freely giving the seafarers Bibles and Christian literature. Worship is praising God for His divine love. Although most of them are not allowed ashore, we have church on board conducting mini Bible studies, praying in groups and personally sharing the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Many are believing in our Sovereign Savior.
Lifeline to Seamen is endeavoring to use innovative ways to reach every person by the Spirit's power with the life changing Gospel. Thomas and a number of co-workers are reaching out to seafarers in tangible ways. They energetically serve the vessels and take some shopping. During the last quarter from April to June, we ministered to more than 750 Chinese, 1,200 Indian, 300 Myanmar, 75 Koreans besides thousands of Russian, Filipino, Polish and others. We also freely distributed hundreds of Jesus DVD's and praise CD's. The world is at our doorsteps. Steve took 40 Chinese to his church and they all professed Jesus as their Savior. Pastor Peter Chao, their teacher, admitted that they were genuine salvation. Thomas said that many Chinese seamen wanted more Bibles and Jesus movies to take back home and told him that this is just what they needed. Oh Lord, enlarge our vision and lead us to reach more for Christ.
Consider that you go great lengths to invest in your familly. When you make contributions to this international ministry, you are investing in lives worldwide. The dividends are lives for eternity. Lifeline to Seamen is a non-profit tax exempt corporation. We are not underwritten by any church or any other organization but are
supported entirely by your faithful prayers and monthly investments.
Thank you for your partnership and may 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 Christ be with you spirit. (Phm. 25)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (Phm. 3)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
3 ships on Monday:
LIAN SHUN HU, SWAKOP, and YELLOWSTONE - All Chinese; All
Chinese; All Myanmar. We were on the first ship, and the last ship over a year
ago. The first ship had a commissar on board. He was resistant, still some of
them were open to the Gospel. The captain of the second ship was very friendly.
We took him to Best Buy, and shared the Good News to him in the car. He was
very close to salvation. (see picture 1 with the captain). Steve Yeboah came and
took seven to his church. There was one Myanmar.Christian on the third ship, the
second officer. Prayed with him and blessed the ship.
Steven Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
6 ships on Tuesday:
BOW ATLANTIC, CENTURY PEARL, KAROLINE N, and WISLA - All
Filipino; All Filipino; Filipino, and Indian; All Polish. We visited the first ship last
Feb., the third ship last Mar. Receptive. Prayed with them and blessed the crew.
After I prayed with one Hindu on the third ship, he told me he was depressed for
the last two days, but the prayer lifted him up.
CK GLORY, and JIN PING - All Chinese. Very responsive. I gave them
Scriptures, they said this was just what they needed. While I was leaving the first
ship, they were watching the Jesus DVD. While I was leaving the second ship, I
heard them listening to the Christian songs in their rooms. (see picture 2 and 3
with the crew on each ships).
7 ships on Thursday:
NEVESKA LADY, INDUSTRIAL DARY, ATLANTIC RUNNER,
IMBONDEIRO, NICOS I. V., TRANS CATALONIA, and JIN ZHOU -
Filipino, and Russian; Filipino, and Russian; All Russian; All Ukrainian; Filipino,
Russian, Greek, and Romanian; Norwegian, and Romanian; All Chinese.
We visited the second ship and the six ship last Oct., the third ship and the fifth
ship over a year ago. An initial visit on the last ship. Prayed and blessed the ships.
They all receptive.
Payton Huang from WHCC came and help the visitation today.
5 ships on Friday:
CAROLINE THERESA, WESERTOR, BBC ECUADOR, and AUSTIN
ANGOL - Filipino, and two Indian; Filipino, Russian, and German; Russian, and
Polish; Romanian, and Myanmar. We visited the third ship last Nov. There was
one Myanmar Christian on the last ship. They were all responsive. Prayed with
the Indian captain on the first ship.
JIN ZHOU - All Chinese. Prayed with nine people on this ship. (see picture 4 with 8 of them).
Dear saints redeemed by Christ's Blood July, 2009
David says in Psm. 35:38, “My tongue will speak of your righteousness and of your praises all day long.” This truth distinctly describes our ministry to seafarers. We’re fulfilling God’s Word by our witnessing and worshiping on the ships. We verbally profess Christ sharing the Jesus movie and freely giving the seafarers Bibles and Christian literature. Worship is praising God for His divine love. Although most of them are not allowed ashore, we have church on board conducting mini Bible studies, praying in groups and personally sharing the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Many are believing in our Sovereign Savior.
Lifeline to Seamen is endeavoring to use innovative ways to reach every person by the Spirit's power with the life changing Gospel. Thomas and a number of co-workers are reaching out to seafarers in tangible ways. They energetically serve the vessels and take some shopping. During the last quarter from April to June, we ministered to more than 750 Chinese, 1,200 Indian, 300 Myanmar, 75 Koreans besides thousands of Russian, Filipino, Polish and others. We also freely distributed hundreds of Jesus DVD's and praise CD's. The world is at our doorsteps. Steve took 40 Chinese to his church and they all professed Jesus as their Savior. Pastor Peter Chao, their teacher, admitted that they were genuine salvation. Thomas said that many Chinese seamen wanted more Bibles and Jesus movies to take back home and told him that this is just what they needed. Oh Lord, enlarge our vision and lead us to reach more for Christ.
Consider that you go great lengths to invest in your familly. When you make contributions to this international ministry, you are investing in lives worldwide. The dividends are lives for eternity. Lifeline to Seamen is a non-profit tax exempt corporation. We are not underwritten by any church or any other organization but are
supported entirely by your faithful prayers and monthly investments.
Thank you for your partnership and may 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 Christ be with you spirit. (Phm. 25)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Saturday, July 4, 2009
06/28/09 - 07/04/09
Dear seafarer's friends, 06/28/09 - 07/04/09
Grace, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior. (Tit. 1:4)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
10 ships on Monday:
RICKMERS JAKARTA, ATLANTIC ROSE, COSMOS VENTURE,
MARILEE, AMANDA I, NORDANA MADELEINE, and PACIFIC
FLORES - All Filipino; All Indian; Filipino, and Indian; Filipino, and Croatian;
Filipino, and Bulgarian; Filipino, and Montenegro; Filipino, British, Ukrainian, and
Chinese. We were on the first ship, the fourth ship, and the sixth ship over a year
ago, the third ship last Oct., and the last ship last Jan. No Christian on the Indian
ship. That's unusual. But we took a picture with some of the Hindus we prayed
with. (see picture 1 including the captain). (picture 2 with the Bulgarian second
officer on the fifth ship). It was responsive over all.
CEC COMMANDER, CLIPPER LANCER, and INCE INEBOLU - Russian,
and Ukrainian; All Russian; All Turkish. Receptive.
Steven Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
5 ships on Tuesday:
FLINTERLAND, EOT SPAR, UAL COBURG, CEC CRISTOBAL, and
CHEMBULK SAVANNAH - Ghanaian, and Russian; All American; All Polish;
All Russian; Myanmar, and one Filipino chief engineer. We were on the third ship
last Apr., the fourth ship over a year ago, and the last ship last Aug. We delivered
the Scriptures and Jesus DVD's.
Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH came and helped the ship visitation today.
We took the boat tour to see Houston ship channel.
8 ships on Thursday:
LYCIAN, AMALTHEA, ATLANTIC OLIVE, EAST POINT and
SOUTHERN FIGHTER - All Filipino; All Filipino; All Indian; Filipino, and
Italian. All Myanmar. We were on the first ship just three weeks ago, the last ship
over a year ago. No Christian on the third ship. (see picture 3 with all the Hindus).
No Christian on the last ship. Prayed and blessed the ships. Receptive.
PACIFIC FLORES, EAGLE STEALTH, and SEABOARD RELIANCE -
Filipino, British, Ukrainian, and seven Chinese; Filipino, Indian, Bangladesh, one
Singapore, three Chinese, and two Ghanaian; Filipino, Polish, Ukrainian,
Bulgarian, and one Chinese captain. A revisit on the first ship this week. (see
picture 4 - 2 Chinese). We were on the last ship less than two weeks ago. All
responsive.
4 ships on Friday:
PAN AEGIS, WIENIAWSKI, FLINTERLAND, and GOLDEN
FRIENDSHIP - All Filipino; All Polish; Russian, and Ghanaian; Myanmar,
Russian, Filipino, and Chinese. A revisit on the third ship. We were on the last
ship over a year ago. No Myanmar Christian on the ship. Prayed with one
Chinese and blessed the crew.
The person who walks with God always gets to his destination. The seafarers are continually looking ahead to their next port of call. They're eagerly anticipating their final destination which is home. Since there away from their families for 9 or more months out of a year, they count the days when there contract is completed. During their time on board, they have few contacts with the outside world. That's the reason they live a monotonous life which is so often void and lonesome. There also so often taken advantage of by others trying to cheat them in so many ways.
While the sea fares are in port for a short time, we chaplains minister to their needs. We come on board as servants, being their friends and listening to them. Many have spiritual problems often feeling ostracized and lonely. This is why we direct them to God helping them in their life of Borden. As they walk with God they'll always arrive at their final destination.
As we mentioned last week, Steve Yeboah took five Chinese seamen from EASTERN GRACE to church and shopping. The fitter was a Christian. The rest of them received Jesus as Lord of Life and were baptized. Thomas received a call from a chaplain in England informing him that a born again Myanmar thanked him, in that he's witnessing to his faith. The Holy Spirit is touching the lives of sea fares by setting them free, delivering and multiplying the body of Christ. God is moving, and we thank him for the ministry he has laid upon our hearts. And we're grateful for your prayers and assisting us with a $1,800 Bible bill which needs payment. Were accountable to God and you for all He's in trusted in us. God 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.
Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. (Tit. 3:15)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
Grace, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior. (Tit. 1:4)
Our web-link is: www.lifelinetoseamen.org
ships visited this week
10 ships on Monday:
RICKMERS JAKARTA, ATLANTIC ROSE, COSMOS VENTURE,
MARILEE, AMANDA I, NORDANA MADELEINE, and PACIFIC
FLORES - All Filipino; All Indian; Filipino, and Indian; Filipino, and Croatian;
Filipino, and Bulgarian; Filipino, and Montenegro; Filipino, British, Ukrainian, and
Chinese. We were on the first ship, the fourth ship, and the sixth ship over a year
ago, the third ship last Oct., and the last ship last Jan. No Christian on the Indian
ship. That's unusual. But we took a picture with some of the Hindus we prayed
with. (see picture 1 including the captain). (picture 2 with the Bulgarian second
officer on the fifth ship). It was responsive over all.
CEC COMMANDER, CLIPPER LANCER, and INCE INEBOLU - Russian,
and Ukrainian; All Russian; All Turkish. Receptive.
Steven Chao from WHCC came and helped the visitation today.
5 ships on Tuesday:
FLINTERLAND, EOT SPAR, UAL COBURG, CEC CRISTOBAL, and
CHEMBULK SAVANNAH - Ghanaian, and Russian; All American; All Polish;
All Russian; Myanmar, and one Filipino chief engineer. We were on the third ship
last Apr., the fourth ship over a year ago, and the last ship last Aug. We delivered
the Scriptures and Jesus DVD's.
Pastor Jonathan Chiu from EFCOH came and helped the ship visitation today.
We took the boat tour to see Houston ship channel.
8 ships on Thursday:
LYCIAN, AMALTHEA, ATLANTIC OLIVE, EAST POINT and
SOUTHERN FIGHTER - All Filipino; All Filipino; All Indian; Filipino, and
Italian. All Myanmar. We were on the first ship just three weeks ago, the last ship
over a year ago. No Christian on the third ship. (see picture 3 with all the Hindus).
No Christian on the last ship. Prayed and blessed the ships. Receptive.
PACIFIC FLORES, EAGLE STEALTH, and SEABOARD RELIANCE -
Filipino, British, Ukrainian, and seven Chinese; Filipino, Indian, Bangladesh, one
Singapore, three Chinese, and two Ghanaian; Filipino, Polish, Ukrainian,
Bulgarian, and one Chinese captain. A revisit on the first ship this week. (see
picture 4 - 2 Chinese). We were on the last ship less than two weeks ago. All
responsive.
4 ships on Friday:
PAN AEGIS, WIENIAWSKI, FLINTERLAND, and GOLDEN
FRIENDSHIP - All Filipino; All Polish; Russian, and Ghanaian; Myanmar,
Russian, Filipino, and Chinese. A revisit on the third ship. We were on the last
ship over a year ago. No Myanmar Christian on the ship. Prayed with one
Chinese and blessed the crew.
The person who walks with God always gets to his destination. The seafarers are continually looking ahead to their next port of call. They're eagerly anticipating their final destination which is home. Since there away from their families for 9 or more months out of a year, they count the days when there contract is completed. During their time on board, they have few contacts with the outside world. That's the reason they live a monotonous life which is so often void and lonesome. There also so often taken advantage of by others trying to cheat them in so many ways.
While the sea fares are in port for a short time, we chaplains minister to their needs. We come on board as servants, being their friends and listening to them. Many have spiritual problems often feeling ostracized and lonely. This is why we direct them to God helping them in their life of Borden. As they walk with God they'll always arrive at their final destination.
As we mentioned last week, Steve Yeboah took five Chinese seamen from EASTERN GRACE to church and shopping. The fitter was a Christian. The rest of them received Jesus as Lord of Life and were baptized. Thomas received a call from a chaplain in England informing him that a born again Myanmar thanked him, in that he's witnessing to his faith. The Holy Spirit is touching the lives of sea fares by setting them free, delivering and multiplying the body of Christ. God is moving, and we thank him for the ministry he has laid upon our hearts. And we're grateful for your prayers and assisting us with a $1,800 Bible bill which needs payment. Were accountable to God and you for all He's in trusted in us. God 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.
Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. (Tit. 3:15)
Your brothers In Christ Tom Malone and Thomas Tao
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