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September 2026 — Prayer, Practical Service, and Biblical Training

Once again, we would like to share a report about our service in this part of the world where God has sent us. Thank you for walking alongside us through your prayers, encouragement, and support.

“Let us not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don’t give up.” — Galatians 6:9

Prayer and Missionary Support

Beatrice continues meeting on Wednesdays with the “Intercesoras” international missionary prayer group. On Mondays, she meets with the ITM women’s team to pray for one another, for missionaries serving along the Sécure River in Beni, and for the students, children, and families reached through this ministry.

Together, we meet and call missionaries serving in the field, listen to their needs, and help in whatever ways we can so they can continue faithfully serving the communities where they live.

Serving in Oromomo

Ruben and I spent ten days in Oromomo, improving and repairing missionary homes to make them better suited for everyday life in the jungle.

It was wonderful to see young missionary couples now living in the homes we helped build and repair. Despite the inconveniences and challenges, they willingly give up comforts to serve others and shine Christ’s light in these isolated communities.

Celebrations and Community Life

Cochabamba celebrated its anniversary with a week of parades and music. We also joined the Sociedad Bíblica Boliviana in celebrating its 52nd anniversary during September, the month of the Bible.

These occasions reminded us of the Lord’s work in this city over many years. They also reminded us that many indigenous communities still need to hear the Gospel in their own language and come to know Jesus as Lord and Savior.

We enjoyed another Día del Peatón, or Pedestrian Day, when vehicle traffic is suspended and the streets fill with people walking, riding bicycles, and spending time with family and friends. Beatrice helped a friend from the prayer group who had set up a sandwich stand, where they also shared God’s Word with people.

Seminary Retreat in Eterazama

Bea and I attended a retreat with the Baptist Theological Seminary in Eterazama, in the Chapare region of the Department of Cochabamba, about six hours from the city, known and feared for drug trafficking activity.

We enjoyed meeting and encouraging fellow students preparing for ministry. We were reminded of the great need for pastors to serve churches and for teachers to faithfully teach God’s Word to the many children attending Sunday school.

Together, we went into the streets to evangelize, pray with people, and invite them to church. Despite the intense heat, we rejoiced in serving as a team and knowing that God is glorified through this work.

Quechua Biblical Training

During the last week of September, we continued supporting, serving, and encouraging the Quechua class as the students completed their final module.

Once they pass their exam, they will be equipped to help meet the need for Bible teachers and serve churches by teaching the Bible chronologically in Quechua. We thank God for their perseverance and desire to serve their communities.

Aviation and ITM Ministry

Every day brings new challenges, maintenance work, and paperwork as we help keep our aircraft ready to safely transport missionaries, patients, supplies, and food. This aviation ministry provides essential support to communities that are difficult to reach.

We also continue our AccessTruth training on Tuesday mornings. In the afternoons, missionary families in the city gather to pray and study God’s Word chronologically, staying connected with those serving in the field.

Upcoming Travel

As October begins, Lord willing, Beatrice will return to Texas to work, visit Crossridge Church, and spend time with our children, family and fellow believers.

I plan to join her at the end of November, and expect to return together to Bolivia at the end of December.

Pray With Us

Please pray:

1. For American missionaries returning to their supporting churches to share ministry reports—for safe travel and encouraging visits.
2. For strength, health, and encouragement for missionaries serving in the field.
3. For the Lord to provide an engine for the recently purchased airplane to begin service with ITM.
4. For a reliable vehicle for the Quechua ministry, allowing continued travel into the mountains to encourage, teach, and serve communities without regular leadership.
5. That the Lord would send more workers into the mission field, especially pilots and aircraft mechanics.
6. For God to provide for our needs so we can continue serving in this ministry and helping meet the needs around us.

Thank you for your faithful prayers, encouragement, and partnership.

With gratitude in Christ,
Jorge & Beatrice Rivas
Missionaries in Bolivia — goITM.org

Oromomo

Quechua class service / Servicio de la clase de quechua

Eterezama, El Chapare Retreat / Retiro en Eterezama, El Chapare

Aviation ministry

Septiembre 2026 — Oración, servicio práctico y formación bíblica

Oración y apoyo misionero

Beatrice continúa reuniéndose con el grupo de oración Intercesoras los miércoles. Los lunes se reúne con el equipo de ITM para orar unos por otros y por los estudiantes y las familias atendidas mediante el ministerio.

Juntos nos reunimos con los misioneros en el campo, escuchamos sus necesidades y ayudamos en lo que podemos para que sigan sirviendo a las comunidades donde viven.

Servicio en Oromomo

Jorge pasó diez días en Oromomo continuando las mejoras de la casa misionera, para adaptarla mejor a la vida diaria en la selva.

Celebraciones y vida comunitaria

La ciudad celebró su aniversario con una semana de desfiles y música. También acompañamos a la Sociedad Bíblica en la celebración de su aniversario. Estas ocasiones nos recordaron la obra del Señor en la ciudad durante muchos años, mientras muchas comunidades indígenas todavía necesitan escuchar el evangelio y conocer a Jesús como Señor y Salvador.

Disfrutamos otro Día del Peatón, cuando se suspende la circulación de vehículos y las calles se llenan de personas caminando, andando en bicicleta y compartiendo al aire libre con familiares y amigos.

Retiro del seminario

Asistimos a un retiro del Seminario Bautista, donde disfrutamos conocer y animar a otros estudiantes que se preparan para el ministerio. Recordamos la necesidad de pastores para las iglesias y de maestros que enseñen fielmente la Palabra a los numerosos niños que asisten a la escuela dominical.

Formación bíblica quechua

Durante la última semana de septiembre, continuamos apoyando a la clase quechua mientras los estudiantes terminaban su módulo final. Una vez que aprueben el examen, podrán ayudar a cubrir los púlpitos enseñando la Biblia cronológicamente en quechua.

Oren con nosotros

1. Por los misioneros estadounidenses que regresan a sus iglesias de apoyo para compartir informes: por viajes seguros y visitas de ánimo.
2. Por fortaleza y ánimo para los misioneros que sirven en el campo.
3. Para que el Señor provea un motor nuevo y la aeronave pueda volver a servir.
4. Por un vehículo Ranger confiable para viajar a las montañas y animar a comunidades sin liderazgo de iglesia.
5. Para que el Señor envíe más obreros al campo misionero, especialmente pilotos.

Con gratitud en Cristo,
Jorge y Beatrice Rivas
Misioneros en Bolivia — ITM