200 Shoeboxes in Honor of a Faithful Legacy

By ANGELA RICE
Director of Short-term Missions
bmaglobal.org

​I didn’t know Bro. Bobby and Mrs. Ruth Bowman well, but I have heard their names and stories of faithful service many times.
 
The Bowmans served as missionaries in Honduras for many years. When they returned to the States to “retire,” Bro. Bobby didn’t stop serving. He went on to start Baptist Medical Missions International (BMMI) and faithfully served with BMMI for many years.
 
I recently learned that his ministry reached even further. Bro. Bobby also encouraged and supported the ministries of Water for Christ and EIM, and he served with Water for Christ for several years. What a testimony to a life invested in God’s work! These ministries continue to be strong and make an impact today.
 
On August 16, I was honored to join the Bowmans' family and pack 200 shoeboxes in memory of this amazing couple. Three generations gathered together, packing gifts that will be shared with children in Honduras this Christmas.
 
One thing that especially stood out to me during the prayer over the shoeboxes was the request that the faithfulness of Bobby and Ruth Bowman would be carried on through the generations.
 
What a beautiful legacy.
 
Will you join us in praying for each person who will receive one of these boxes— that they will not only receive a gift, but also hear about the hope and love of Jesus?
 
May the faithfulness of Bobby and Ruth Bowman continue to make an eternal impact. 

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