David & Debbie Bragonier

Now celebrating our 41st year of serving people and proclaiming biblical stewardship principles through Barnabas Financial Ministry, starting back in 1984

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Recently Trained Budget Counselor:

A budget counselor we recently trained through our Zoom training sessions has now jumped in with both feet. Recently, her church handed out a flier to the entire congregation stating her availability to help and counsel those seeking assistance. Pray for this new ministry endeavor and her church.

Counseling while in the Barber's Chair:

About two months ago we sat down in a local barber shop chair. This was our first visit to this shop. The barber quickly stated, "Now that you are in my chair, I have some financial questions I want to ask you. I heard about you and Barnabas Financial Ministry from another client. He then proceeded to tell me about his circumstances. He and his wife were considering buying a house and he wanted input on their options given their circumstances.

We shared passages of what the Bible states regarding debt. We then shared how he and his wife should write down a true and complete picture of their annual income and expenses. Their goal being to distinguish what they can actually afford in loan payments verses the amount of loan and payments their lender will qualify them to borrow. Our session lasted the whole haircut. He thanked me for the counsel; and then he refused to let me pay for the haircut.

Fast forward to about a week ago. A mutual friend was sitting in this same barber's chair. Our name and ministry came up during their conversation. The barber shared that they had just recently purchased a house. He also shared how appreciative he was for our honest counsel and input. He and his wife took the time and created a written budget, and that it was a big help in them deciding what house they could comfortably afford.

Potential Congregational Speaking Engagement:

We were recently approached about speaking to a local congregation; one of the largest in the area. We hope to be able to share a sermon on Stewardship (which would include Salvation, Lordship, and Stewardship). The next sermon would be to share what God's Word says about giving. We would conclude with what the Apostle Paul said about giving as it relates to the (Big C) Church today. Pray for our initial conversation about speaking to develop into a reality.

Who Wants To Become A Trained Budget Counselor?

Anyone interested in online and personalized budget counselor training, please contact us. We use a simple Zoom-type format, and we work through the materials together in a relaxed and interactive exchange. We complete the training in roughly ten, one-hour, weekly sessions. These sessions can also be modified to be completed in fewer weeks, with added time in each session. A pastor approved small group of people from a church can also be trained together.

We appreciate your continued prayers for the following items:

• For all the items mentioned in this newsletter.
• For our family members and their individual walk with the Lord.
• For God to continue to clear the way for increased ministry impact in WA and around the country.
• For my 97-year-old mother and her daily life struggles in her CA care facility.
• For Dave's own health as he cares for Debbie and her health complications.

(Below) Julie, Chad, and Milani enjoy some local Manson entertainment.

(Below) Cousin's Cypress and Aria cheer on Milani at her May dance recital.

(Below) David (Popi) and and our granddaughter Magda enjoy some time together in Manson.

(Below 2 pics) The Dunn family recently went ziplining together. Lots of fun!

All the family together on the 4th of July..

(Below) A great picture of Christy and Morgan.

(Below) Lauren, Timmy, Elana, Amelia having fun at the pool.

(Below) John, Timmy, and Elena at the annual Life Trail Award night

(Below) When's the last time you made a call from a phone booth; and with a phone book?

(Below Pics) Our recent semi-annual visit to Oahu and Kona.

We have known the Mazzanti's (Marty & Nancy) for over 64 years. David actually first met Debbie at Nancy's house when Debbie was in the 7th grade. Our trip is often shared with several days enjoying the Mazzanti's.

(Below) Marty, who is supposedly retired, just won the award for growing the best cocoa bean in Hawaii. He is also becoming known for making very high-quality chocolate bars; and serving me perfect cappuccinos!

During our continued season of transition in WA, we thank you for your prayers, encouragement, and financial backing. You are a key participant in helping us share God's Word, biblical financial principles, and practical helps. Together, we are freeing up both people and resources to better serve God and take the gospel to the very ends of the earth.