Paul and Debbie Pinckley are committed to beginning a new work in Tavira, Portugal, and the surrounding region. Lord willing, their plans are to move to Tavira in January 2021. After serving on the Ship of Life and teaching WEI for 3 years in Cambodia, they returned to the States 6 years ago and have since been seeking opportunities to once again serve full-time in the mission field.
While visiting southern Portugal on vacation they fell in love with the people and culture and observed an absence of the Lord’s church throughout the entire region. They agreed to house sit for a new friend in central Portugal for 6 months and spent the first part of 2020 getting to know the city, people, culture, and surrounding region better.
Inspired by an active evangelical ministry in Berlin and Prague called, “Open Door Libraries”.
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- Christian literature lending library.
- English language instruction using the Bible (World English Institute).
- Evening Bible study, as interest grows.
- Bible story time for Children.
- Christian reading room.
- Periodic lectures on subjects of community interest, utilizing a Biblical basis.
- Choral performances in the community, hosted by Tudo Bem.
FINANCING TUDO BEM
The Pinckleys will take no salary or supplement, as they are receiving personal retirement funds. Any funds raised are specifically focused on the establishment and operation of Tudo Bem. After the initial start-up costs (approximately $4500), the regular monthly expenses are estimated to be less than $1,100. A bi-annual financial report will be included with the Tudo Bem newsletter, which will be sent to all partners.
The Pinckleys believe this project is an excellent way to help the Portuguese “find and follow Jesus.”
If you would like to be involved in helping support this
new and exciting evangelistic ministry in southern Portugal,
please contact Paul at :
SPONSORING CHURCH:
Simi Church of Christ, 1554 Sinaloa Rd.Simi Valley, CA 93065
Donations may be made to them
with the memo notation: Pinckley – Tudo Bem.
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MORE ABOUT THE PINCKLEYS
Paul and Debbie are retired academicians, who currently live in Greeneville, Tennessee. Paul worked in higher education as a faculty member, administrator, and executive, and still serves as an adjunct at the local community college. Debbie chose smaller people to work with, teaching grades K-4. The Pinckleys passionately believe that books can change lives. With the addition of a spiritual emphasis, it is believed that books may change eternities.
