🌿 African American Mobilization Services (AFAMMS) Newsletter
From the Desk of Min. Orchidy T. Boyd
Leticia, Amazonas – Colombia, S.A.
May 2025
💌 Greetings from the Amazon!
Hello my dear family and friends,
As my little brother Lusire says… Whew! The last few months have been quite the challenge! I could sense that God was sharpening my focus, preparing me for the direction He desires for my life and ministry—both now and into the future. Was I ready? Not quite!
🦶 Health Updates & Renewed Strength
Physically, I needed another surgery on my right foot. The screw and plate placed years ago had shifted out of position—ouch! They were removed, along with a painful bunion. Add in new glasses and a complete physical, and this 67-years-young woman is feeling stronger than she has in years! I’m ready to embrace whatever this next season brings. I am excited!
🙌 Local Ministry Highlights
God has blessed me with a young lady from Bogotá who is living with me at the mission house. She’s studying Portuguese, serving in the church, and helping at home while my foot heals. Our time together in the Word and fellowship has been such a joy.
I continue discipling Cesar Martinez, a passionate young man eager to reach the unreached in the Amazon. Watching him grow is a gift. I believe every believer should disciple at least one person for the gospel of Jesus Christ.
While recuperating, I’ve also been teaching English classes—a part of my "tent-making" ministry.
🚤 Upcoming River Ministry
I’m praying about taking a river trip to Caballo Cocha before heading to the States. Pastors Maritza and Fernando have been faithful partners, and I plan to work more closely with them next year to train leaders deeper in the jungle with the gospel message.
“The harvest is plentiful…” and the hunger for God’s Word here is very real.
🇺🇸 Stateside Itinerary (Summer 2025)
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📍June 18:
Attending the NAAMC International Mission Conference in North Carolina.
➤ More info: info@naamcmissions.org
Hope to see you there! -
📍June 21:
Visiting Christ Kingdom Church (District Heights, MD) to help plan their upcoming mission trip to Colombia. Please keep this in your prayers. -
📍Late June–July:
Heading to Detroit, Michigan for:-
Mandatory physical exams
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Board of Directors meeting
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Planning a mission seminar in Fort Smith, Arkansas
I’ll be available to meet as the Lord wills. You can reach me on WhatsApp or through my blog:
👉 http://afamms.blogspot.com -
✈️ Looking Ahead
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August:
Returning to Colombia, with a visit to churches in Iquitos, Peru before the Pastors & Leadership Conference in Leticia. -
October (Vacation!):
I’ll finally take a much-needed vacation—pain-free for the first time in years! New knees, hips, a reconstructed foot, and weight loss mean I’ll fully enjoy celebrating my sister’s 70th birthday in Costa Rica.Pastor Julio reminds us:
“God is responsible for our healing. We are responsible for our health.” -
November:
One month of ministry in Montería, Colombia, teaching from my manual “Rudiments of the Faith” (Hebrews 5 and 6:1–3).
➤ Please pray for wisdom and discernment as I share.
✝️ Final Word
“Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will be established.”
– Proverbs 19:21 (RSV)
Thank you for your continued prayers, giving, and your open invitation to visit. Together, we can reach the unreached for Christ’s Kingdom here in the Amazon.
Adventuring with Christ,
Min. Orchidy T. Boyd
Executive Director
African American Mobilization Services (AFAMMS)
🌐 http://afamms.blogspot.com
