Norma L. Brumbaugh

Dick Buck passed away this month. He was one of the heroes of the faith. His ministry was in Brazil. He loved the people in his mission field. Dick was a journalist as a young man. His knack for telling a good story comes across as this story of his experiences on the mission field come to life under his pen. His dry wit also is on display and makes for an entertaining read. My sister spent a summer in Brazil with Dick and Mavis. I heard them speak at Corban University in 2012 when he was honored for his years of service and for making a difference in the world. He told stories of ministering when God gave him and Mavis the energy to travel a fair distance on Sundays to feed a flock that needed them. He said their former minister had beat his sheep. That alone was enough to convince me that he was the real deal. I was impressed with their trust in God. Dick was in his eighties and still serving, though retired, on the mission field. I wanted you to know about this book. It tells the story of two courageous missionaries intent on sharing the good news of Christ. It is a good read.