Rest isn't a pause in ministryit's part of it.

In Genesis, rest wasn't an afterthought—it was part of God's perfect design to sustain strength, purpose, and worship.

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We are a ministry dedicated to strengthening, refreshing, and equipping pastors/missionaries across Brazil!

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We Strengthen Pastors/MissionariesAcross Brazil

Our ministry exists to uplift, equip, and care for pastors/missionaries serving in remote and underserved regions of Brazil. Many of these leaders are overburdened, under-resourced, and isolated — yet they faithfully shepherd their communities with passion and perseverance.

  • Uplift
  • Equip
  • Care
  • Rest
  • Encourage
  • Edify

Jim and Maria (Guta) Ward
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The Vision

The vision is to provide pastors/missionaries with intentional opportunities for rest, heartfelt encouragement, and meaningful edification. In a world where ministry can often be exhausting and isolating, we aim to be a source of renewal—offering space to breathe, words that uplift, and resources that build up both spiritually and personally. Through this, pastors/missionaries can return to their calling refreshed, strengthened, and deeply supported.

Rest

Rest

Ministry can be physically and emotionally draining, and without intentional rest, pastors risk burnout and spiritual fatigue. Rest may look like time away from daily responsibilities, quiet spaces for reflection and prayer, or simply being ministered to instead of ministering.

Encouragement

Encouragement

Pastors often carry burdens silently and pour into others without receiving much affirmation themselves, making encouragement vital for their endurance. This might come through personal words of affirmation, testimonies of impact, or simply having someone walk alongside them in empathy and prayer.

Edification

Edification

Continual growth in the Word and in character is essential, even for those teaching and leading others. Edification may involve sound biblical teaching, personal discipleship, or opportunities to grow deeper in their calling and walk with Christ.

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Those We Have Served

Here are some testimonies from some of the many pastors and missionaries that have come to be refreshed and renewed by this ministry.

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Pastor Cleber

Caxias do Sul, RS, Brazil
Those who visit "Sitio Shalom" receive the care of Jesus, through the affection and friendship offered by Jim and Guta. In this place of peace aand beautiful nature we find communion with God and rest for the soul!
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Pastor Lucas

Carlos Barbosa, RS, Brazil
Our family is always very well received and loved by the arms and heart of Jesus expressed in the ministry of this family. We always find rest, refreshment and renewal. Praise the Lord! May many enjoy the presence of Jesus in this special place!
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Pastor Gabriel

Caxias do Sul, RS, Brazil
In this place we had the opportunity to renew our strength. There, we felt welcomed and loved and were cared for in a comprehensive way, so we thank and praise God for this ministry.
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We Live to Serve

Pray

We will pray with you and for you to edify and encourage you in your ministry.

Stay

We have a place for pastors/missionaries can stay with their families to rest.

Eat

We will share a meal with you to strengthen you and show love to you.

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