From the Memo Board: February 2015

Upcoming Dates

March 1
January financial reports will be due. We will be sending out the 2015 Excel spreadsheet soon. however, you are welcome to submit reports on the 2014 spreadsheet if you wish to turn yours in sooner.

March 2
Adjusted pay date for those who usually receive funds on the 29th.

March 30
Adjusted pay date for those who usually receive funds on the 29th.

June 15-18
Family Fellowship Week in Greensboro, NC

New Equipment Information

Our Office maintains a database of depreciable equipment purchased by missionaries and included as an expense on their monthly financial reports. Our CPA has informed us that we no longer need to track purchases that are less than $500. Starting with January 2015 financial reports, please use Line 15 of the report to record depreciable equipment of $500 or more. Less expensive equipment can continue to be listed on Line 17 of the report. Thank you for your help with this!

Life Insurance

Did you know that most life insurance companies can automatically deny applicants who intend to move outside of the United States? However, most cannot drop you for foreign travel if you have had a policy in place for at least 2 years. Therefore, we encourage all missionaries to obtain a life insurance policy as soon as possible while you are on deputation, so that you will have one in place before leaving for the field.

February 5, 2015

From Our President: February 2015

“For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost, and in much assurance; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake. And ye became followers of us, and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Ghost:” 1 Thessalonians 1:5-6

The gospel came to Thessalonica when Paul on his second missionary journey was led of the Lord to take the gospel to regions beyond Troas. When the gospel came it was not “in word only.” It came in word, power, the Holy Ghost, and much assurance. We have been called to deliver the gospel of our Lord to every creature. However, we do a disservice to those that He has sent us to if we deliver it in “word only.” We need the power of God. This power is available to us by the ministry of the Holy Spirit as promised in Acts 1:8, “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you:and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.” There was no doubt in Paul’s mind that he was delivering the absolute truth. These early missionaries were full of assurance concerning the eternal truth of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

We must exercise great caution that our ministries are not reduced to only words that are not taken forward by the ministry of the Holy Spirit through us. Our labor for the Lord deserves a professional presentation, but as Paul did not depend on his amazing training and education, neither can we lean entirely on ours. Electronic libraries make it easier than ever before for us to put together a “sermon.” Sermons can become messages when breathed on by the power of God.

Paul said, “And ye became followers of us….” It is not likely that we will have much success in bringing others to Christ if they cannot see Him in us. No man is worthy of worship, but long before we deliver the message verbally it is more than likely that they will have opportunities to see Him in our lives, “as ye know what manner of men we were among you….” Now that he had their attention he could point them toward the Lord, and they became followers of Christ. It is foolish to believe that we can convince others to follow Christ if we have not committed ourselves to do the same. We have been sent out by the Lord to do a work that can be blessed by Him. If we fail to present our faith in a Christ honoring way how difficult will it be for the servants of Christ that follow us?

It is not unusual for us to face hardships, discouragement and temptations. Let’s be vigilant to maintain a testimony before the world that will not hinder the work that we have been sent to do.

In His Service,
Danny A. Whetstone

January 12, 2015February 13, 2015

Prayers and Dates: January 2015

Click the link above to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for January. Note: You will need to login to SecureCloud in order to view this document. Once you have logged in, click on Files Shared, then Headquarter Happenings, then scroll to the month you would like to view. This step protects people with WWNTBM in restricted access fields.

January 12, 2015January 12, 2015

From the Memo Board: January 2015

January Income

During a typical month, we close out the books on the 25th, and any checks received after that date are posted to the following month. Due to receipting requirements, we cannot do this in the month of December. As a result, please be aware that the December support may be higher than normal, while your January support may be lower than normal. Please be sure to plan ahead for this.

Housing Allowances for 2015

Housing allowances previously in place have automatically rolled over to the new year. Missionaries who are ordained are eligible to have a housing allowance in place, which can provide certain tax benefits. If you did not have a housing allowance in 2014 and would like to have one for 2015, or if you have questions regarding this, please contact our office.

New Excel Template

A new Excel template for the year 2015 will be available during the first week of February. This will give us time to review the need for any possible updates. January financial reports will be due on March 1. Should you wish to complete your report before the new template is available, you are welcome to submit it on the 2014 template.

New Mileage Rate

Beginning January 1st, the IRS mileage rate has increased to $0.575 per mile for business/ministry miles. This change will be reflected on the new Excel template for 2015.

New Baby!

Elena Lisa Germano was born to Timothy and Stephanie Germano on November 29. She weighed 7 lb. 13 oz. and was 20.5″ long. The family is doing well and Elena has already been traveling on deputation! The Germanos are on deputation to go to the Dominican Republic.

New Engagement!

Nathan Fry and Hannah Joyal were engaged on Christmas Eve! Nathan will soon be returning to Pohnpei, where he will continue to assist Ruth Ann Arthurs with the radio station until the Eibens arrive and are trained. Pray for this couple as they make plans for their future together!

New Graduate!

Michael Deatrick completed his missions degree in December from Ambassador Baptist College. Now that his schooling is completed, he and his wife Nora have moved to Missouri, where they will base the remainder of their deputation. They are planning to go to the Solomon Islands.

December 3, 2014December 3, 2014

Ministry Milestones 2014

We would like to recognize several ministry milestones that were reached during the year 2014. We are grateful for these individuals who continue to serve faithfully.

Fred & Beth Daniel — **Fred Daniel, Jr.**, has served on the Executive Board for 25 years. He and his wife, Beth, are from Greensboro, NC where he pastors Brookhaven Baptist Church.

Michael & Boone West — **Michael West** has served on the Executive Board for 15 years. He and his wife, Boone, are from Ocala, FL where he pastors Memorial Baptist Church.

**Danny & Gail Alford** have been missionaries with World Wide for 15 years. They previously served in Holland and England, and they are now in Aruba.

The Ashbury Family — **Bill & Melody Ashbury** have been missionaries with World Wide for 25 years. They serve in Malawi with their two children, William and Hannah.

The Boylston Family — **John & Christa Boylston** have been missionaries with World Wide for 5 years. They serve on the island of Pohnpei with their five children, Kyle, Kody, Kaleb, Kierra, and Khloe.

Allinson & Floretta DaCosta have been missionaries with World Wide for 30 years. They serve in their home country of Nevis, and are also involved with an orphanage ministry in Zimbabwe.

The David Family — **Charles & Abigail David** have been missionaries with World Wide for 5 years. They serve in their home country of India with their two children, Beryl and Bertrum.

The Mike Family — **Mike & Kristen Gali** have been missionaries with World Wide for 10 years. They serve in Chile with their three children, Matthew, Samuel, and Leah.

The Hendrick Family — Adrian & Emma Hendricks have been missionaries with World Wide for 5 years. They serve in their home country of India with their three children, Timothy, Titus, and Trophimus.

The Howell Family — **Lewis & Kim Howell** have been missionaries with World Wide for 10 years. They serve in New Zealand with their two children, Deborah and Elizabeth.

**Norman & Joy Johnston** have been missionaries with World Wide for 5 years. They serve in church planting in the Charlotte, NC area, as well as on staff at Ambassador Baptist College.

Lisa Kendrick has been a missionary with World Wide for 10 years. She serves in Germany.

The Milgrim Family — George & Patty Milgrim have been missionaries with World Wide for 15 years. They previously served in Pohnpei and Guam, and they are now in Hawaii with their daughter, Priscilla.

The Newton Family — **Francis & Leena Newton** have been missionaries with World Wide for 5 years. They serve in their home country of India with their three children, Japheth, Jonathan, and Jade.

**Elsa Ramirez** has been a missionary with World Wide for 25 years. She previously served in Spain and France, and she is now in Mexico.

Mike & Sue Smith have been missionaries with World Wide for 5 years. They serve as church planting coordinators in the Mountain West, and they are currently based in Arizona.

The Zimmer Family — **Paul & Sherry Zimmer** have been missionaries with World Wide for 15 years. They serve on the island of Yap with their six children, Angelina, Paul, Hannah, Jacob, Sarah, and Clara.

December 3, 2014February 13, 2015

Prayer & Dates: December 2014

Click the link above to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for December. Note: You will need to login to SecureCloud in order to view this document. Once you have logged in, click on Files Shared, then Headquarter Happenings, then scroll to the month you would like to view. This step protects people with WWNTBM in restricted access fields.

December 3, 2014December 3, 2014

From the Memo Board – December 2014

Upcoming Dates

December 16
Please contact us by this date if you will need funds in your account before Christmas or before the end of the year.

December 16
If PrayerLetters.com sends your first-class prayer letter, please have it to us by this date in order to meet their printing deadlines and guarantee that your letter is received by Christmas.

December 22-26
The Office will be closed in celebration of Christmas.

January 2
November financial reports will be due.

January 9
Missionaries will receive their emailed statements of December Support Received.

January 12
All Missionaries will receive their final December support on this day, regardless of the day that they normally receive support.

January 15
December financial reports will be due along with any remaining receipts or financial paperwork for 2014.

Christmas Letterhead Templates

Did you know that we have professionally designed Christmas Letterhead templates available for your use? These are available to all missionaries whether the Office assists in sending your letter or not. For more information, contact April at [email protected].

December Support

Please contact us by December 16 if you would like funds in your account before Christmas. Final December support distributions will be made on January 12th for all missionaries regardless of their regular pay date. Contacting us by December 16 will enable us to schedule your funds around bank closings and holiday hours. Should you have an emergency need after December 19, you may contact our staff at the following numbers:

John O’Malley 704-974-6108
Kim O’Malley 704-974-1008

January Income Totals

During a typical month, we close the books on the 25th, and any checks received after that date are posted to the following month.

Due to receipting requirements, we cannot do this in the month of December. As a result, please be aware that your December support total may be higher than normal, while your January support total may be lower than normal. Please be sure to plan ahead for this!

Retirement Accounts

WWNTBM currently offers our missionaries the option of participating in a 403(b) Retirement Plan, the non-profit version of a 401(k) plan. We encourage all of our missionaries to participate in some type of retirement planning. If you do not currently have a 403(b) account and would be interested in opening one, please contact our office for a listing of vendors and more information.
Due to IRS regulations, we are required to use a Third Party Administrator (TPA) to handle all 403(b) accounts. The administrative fee is $50.00 per year, which will be deducted from Support each January or February for those who contribute. The TPA assists us by administering our plan and keeping us in compliance with the Department of Labor and IRS codes.

Please note that loans and hardship withdrawals are no longer allowed. Regulations require that individuals inform the Office before taking any distributions of funds or making any changes to their accounts. We need to know in advance in order to avoid our own liability and to help insure that the account holder is provided with the most recent information.

Please see the file in SecureCloud for the latest information on contribution amounts and limits for 2014 and 2015.

New Missionary

Joel Smothers has recently joined our World Wide family of missionaries. Joel graduated from the Gulf Coast Bible Institute in 2013. He is a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Milton, FL, which is pastored by former World Wide Missionary Paul Woody. Joel served in Honduras on a short-term basis. His plans are now to begin deputation to go to Brazil, where he will work with Joel and Cynthia Dickens and their family.

New Staff Member

Bekah Cmaylo joined our Office Staff on November 3rd. Bekah is a recent graduate of Ambassador Baptist College, and she also works at the college part time in their financial office. She lives in Lattimore, NC and attends the Bread of Life Baptist Church in Shelby with Pastor Ed Kuykendall. Bekah is from Williamstown, NY and is the youngest of three siblings. Her brother, Emil, is married to our World Wide staff member, Laura Cmaylo. Bekah’s tasks include processing support checks. She can be reached by email at [email protected].

November 3, 2014February 13, 2015

Prayer & Dates: November 2014

Click the link above to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for November. Note: You will need to login to SecureCloud in order to view this document. Once you have logged in, click on Files Shared, then Headquarter Happenings, then scroll to the month you would like to view. This step protects people with WWNTBM in restricted access fields.

November 3, 2014November 4, 2014

From the Memo Board: November 2014

Dates to Know

November 11
All US Banks will be closed.

November 27-28
The Office will be closed in celebration of Thanksgiving.

December 1
This is the revised pay date for those who normally receive funds on the 29th.

December 1
October financial reports will be due.

December 16
Please contact us by this date if you will need funds in your account before Christmas, or before the end of the year.

December 22-26
The Office will be closed in celebration of Christmas.

January 2
November financial reports will be due.

January 9
Missionaries will receive their emailed statements of December Support Received.

January 12
All Missionaries will receive their final December support on this day, regardless of the day that they normally receive support.

January 15
December financial reports will be due, along with any remaining receipts or financial paperwork for 2014.

New Associate

Jim and Patty Bailey have been accepted with World Wide as our newest associate missionaries. They will be going to Guam in the year 2015 to serve as furlough replacements for the Quinlan family. Pastor Bailey has served on our Executive Board since 1983. He has pastored Valley Baptist Church in Edinburg, VA since 1978. He will be retiring from Valley Baptist Church January 1, 2015. Advisory Board member and current associate Pastor, Chad Estep, will become the pastor at that time.

Housing Allowances for 2015

The Executive Board has voted, on recommendation from our CPA, that all Housing Allowances approved for 2014 will automatically roll forward to future years. Therefore, there is no need to submit a new request for a Housing Allowance, unless you do not currently have one in place, or unless you wish to change the amount of your allowance. Ordained missionaries are eligible to request a Housing Allowance, which provides tax benefits for funds used for housing related expenses. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact our Office for more details.

Ministry Equipment

World Wide is required to maintain an inventory of all equipment that missionaries have listed on Line 15 of their financial reports. Please review your records prior to the end of the year, and let us know if you have disposed of or sold any equipment this year so that we can update our records. Income received from the sale of the equipment will need to be recorded on Line 2 of your financial reports if you previously claimed the purchase as a ministry expense.

Happy Thanksgiving

October 7, 2014February 13, 2015

Prayer & Dates: October 2014

Click the link above to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for October. Note: You will need to login to SecureCloud in order to view this document. Once you have logged in, click on Files Shared, then Headquarter Happenings, then scroll to the month you would like to view. This step protects people with WWNTBM in restricted access fields.