FEAR NOT . 
The whole world have their eyes on the Russian invasion of the Ukraine, the possibility of a new variant of COVID coming out of China, and world leaders trying to make sense out of a world that seems to be spinning out of control.
Yet in the midst of it all I hear one voice louder than the rest as it echos from the heavens, “Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name; you are mine. When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you. For I am the lord, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.”
Isaiah 43:1-3 NLT
A Fruitful Trip
We want to thank you for your support on our recent trip to Africa. This was Fred’s first trip to Africa since COVID-19. Debby has made some trips and dealt with all the difficulties of travel in the days of Covid, but this was his first time to have to deal with traveling with the extra hurdles.
We went just to the country of Benin for simplicity of travel. We’ve been teaching Bible Schools & doing seminars there since November of 2002 – about to be 20 years. It was such a joy to see Pastor Nazaire, our long term ministry partner & friend. They always receive us so warmly.
The first Sunday we spoke at different churches. The first week Debby preached at revival meetings and a woman’s conference. Fred taught at the Bible school in Cotonou. Saturday the 26th we had Bible school graduation for two schools, one from Cotonou and one in Bohicon. Both of these had held offgraduation for a long time, because they wouldn’t have graduation until Fred came. So they were graduating a couple years worth of students. What a blessing to give diplomas to them and a nice study Bible to the top 2 students. Some are pastors already & others will be pastors soon.
Sunday we both spoke at different churches. The next week Fred taught at another Bible school and Debby spoke at another ladies conference.
Monday Fred was able to go to see Pulcherie’s farm that she inherited and is growing food for the orphanage. Later in the day he went to the orphanage. The younger children came from their school to sing songs of welcome for us. It’s always such a joy to see those children’s smiling faces and have them hug me.
The travel to Africa and back is always long and tires me, Fred, out but it is even worse this
time of COVID as you have to keep a face mask on the whole time. We kept laughing at the
ones who are wearing their face mask only covering their chin. Thank you so much for
praying for us and sending us.
We look forward to returning together in November.
Upcoming Trip to the Philippines
Debby is planning a trip to the Philippines June 29- August 3. The Philippines has been closed to visitors since the beginning of COVID but has just opened. She will be working with Bishop Jun, checking in with all of his churches and the pastor’s families. She will travel throughout Palawan and then fly to Luzon and travel to Baguio and the Churches under the leadership of Pastor Joseph. Please be praying for this trip. This nation has suffered much throughout COVID as well as typhoons and volcano eruptions.
Debby’s Upcoming Schedule
April 24 – Mt Zion, Olean, NY
April 30-May 1 Gateway Fellowship, Millersburg, Ohio
May 07 – Valley Christian Assembly Salamanca, NY
May 15 – Living Word Fellowship, Fredericksburg, Va
May 27-29 (Fred and Debby) St Julienne Quebec, CA
June 10-12 – Maranatha Chapels, Baltimore, Md
June 19 – Myrtle, Pa
June 29-August 3 Philippines
If you would like to have Debby come to speak to your church or
fellowship contact her by e-mail debby@davismission.com
Prayer Requests
Please continue to pray for our friends and ministries in both the Philippines and Africa.
One thing that was brought to my (Debby) attention on this last trip to Benin, was
how much the pastor’s wife’s have been suffering. Many are struggling with lack of
finances, depression, and some have even committed suicide. I am praying about a
future project to come alongside these woman. Please pray that I have the wisdom
and resources to do this project.