Brazil
Randal and Vicki moved to Brazil in November, 1984, with a four-family mission team. They began a new congregation in the city of Belo Horizonte, the nation’s third largest city with a population of 3 million people. After 10 years of evangelism, leadership training, and publications ministry, the Mathenys moved to the city of São José dos Campos, where Brazilian families Alvaro Pestana and Otávio Carvalho had a small beginning.
The Mathenys have three children. Micah was born 1983 in Abilene, Texas. Joel Alexandre (b. 1986) and Leila Jean (b. 1992) came into the world in Belo Horizonte and hold dual citizenship.
Randal works with the local church in personal evangelism, Bible classes, and discipleship and music training. He has written or edited several books and publishes numerous books, courses and tracts. He edited Edificação Magazine from 1987-2000. He travels across the country teaching and preaching in churches, lectureships, and gospel meetings.
A vigorous Internet ministry has provided the Brazilian church with edification and evangelistic tools. In English, Randal edits Forthright Magazine. The various Internet sites can be accessed through links below.
Randal also works with the National Bible School, the Mt. of Olives Christian Camp, the Christian Corner youth care program, and the Christian Home orphanage.
Vicki coordinates the busy home activities. She has spoken at women’s encounters, teaches women in the local congregation, and hosts many gatherings and barbeques for fellowship and evangelism.
Because there is so much more to share about the Matheny’s ministry in Brazil you should check out these links:
