Update April 2020
Hello friends, and greetings from Madagascar. We are on day 9 of our self-imposed quarantine, and want to let those of you who pray for us how you can best do that.
Madagascar has closed the border as of now, and there are no domestic flights either. We had planned on going to the capital in early May for the birth of our 5th child due June 14. We are fine right now, so far no confirmed cases of Covid-19 on our island of Nosy Be, but that could change any moment. Currently, there are 50+ cases in the country, and most all in the capital. So we are just waiting… hoping that travel restrictions will ease by May. Otherwise, we are looking at Rebe delivering at home with questionable care and no hospital access if something goes wrong.
We are doing well, having good days and bad days, as I’m sure everyone is. There is plenty of food available on the island, people’s rice harvest is coming in, and the net-fishing season opened today. The USA embassy is in contact with us, and we declined a possible flight back to the states (too stressful).
We continue to pray for every one of our friends and family during this unique time, and we know that we have a God who comes near to those in pain, those in distress, those with fear and worry. He doesn’t promise us ease in this life, but He does promise us Himself, and that is sufficient for us all.
– Bryan
Thanks for the update, Bryan and the specific prayer requests. I have been asked to get a short video from each of our missionaries to show during our virtual (on line) worship services. If possible, could you send me one with your whole family, or if not, just you and Rebe? Just a brief greeting to let us know how the corona virus is affecting your family and your ministry and to highlight a couple of prayer requests. The services have been uploaded to YouTube so if you are not comfortable with having your video online, then that’s fine. Just let me know.
Thanks, Kirk
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We are praying for you all. Praying specifically for safe delivery and protection during this time.
Love,
Cyr family
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You may remember that our son works at the US Embassy in Madagascar. He and his wife are expecting their fourth child in May. They returned to the US 3 days ago on a special charter plane (12 passengers). They weren’t sure when or if they were going to get out. They had to be packed and ready to go to the airport on short notice.
Kirk
> Begin forwarded message: > > From: Kirk McCord > Subject: Video Request > Date: April 1, 2020 at 11:23:34 AM CDT > To: The McReynolds Tribe > > Thanks for the update, Bryan and the specific prayer requests. I have been asked to get a short video from each of our missionaries to show during our virtual (on line) worship services. If possible, could you send me one with your whole family, or if not, just you and Rebe? Just a brief greeting to let us know how the corona virus is affecting your family and your ministry and to highlight a couple of prayer requests. The services have been uploaded to YouTube so if you are not comfortable with having your video online, then that’s fine. Just let me know. > > Thanks, > Kirk > >>
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Praying God will continue to give you peace and strength as you go through this time.i believe that God knew about this time prior to your knowing about this precious little one that is coming. I believe He is preparing the way for your family! Hugs and prayers !
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Thank you for your wise and encouraging words. We are praying for you and your family.
Dennis & Dianne
Blackburn
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