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Book 5 Update!

I’m delighted to report that Book 5 is with my early readers. I’m already getting some wonderful feedback about it.

I’m hearing it’s inspiring, challenging, faith activating and hitting home. Praise God!

I look forward to sharing more updates with you once I’m further along in the process.

In the meantime, I hope you’ve had a chance to read Books 1 – 4. They’re featured in the new super short video above.

Abounding Faith’s books fuel faith, spark hope and ignite love in Readers. These uplifting books have been encouraging young and older, women and men and ministry leaders and new believers.

What a blessing to know these books are in my Readers’ home libraries as well as in women’s shelters, nursing homes, being studied in small groups and more.

If Abounding Faith’s books have been a blessing to you, I’d love to hear your thoughts and see pics of you with your copies.

If you feel God stirring you to honor Him by writing a book, I’d be happy to answer your burning questions during  a “Write that Book” strategy call. You can learn more here.

Thanks for staying on this journey with me! I appreciate your prayers and encouraging words. All the best as you walk by abounding faith, hope and love!

P.S. Here’s a link to Abounding Faith’s Christmas Guide. Treat yourself or your loved ones to inspiring and encouraging gifts this Christmas. Blessings!

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Christmas Gift Guide – Give the Gift of Encouragement and Inspiration!

Abounding Faith’s books fuel faith, spark hope and ignite love in Readers. These uplifting books have been encouraging young and older, women and men and ministry leaders and new believers.

Here’s a gift guide to help you find the right Christmas gifts for you or your loved ones:

By Faith is perfect for those who aspire to live their God-given dreams and delight in reading about God’s fingerprints here and abroad. By Faith features stories and testimonies from the author’s travels to six continents and outreaches on the streets of New York City. By Faith is being endorsed by a staffer at Our Daily Bread Ministries, the President of Nyack College and a regional director of the Christian Women in Media Association. It includes a chapter on how to live your God-given dreams and a discussion guide for small groups and book clubs. You can order By Faith in print or on Kindle on Amazon.

Waiting on God Well is a life jacket for those who are struggling with waiting for God’s promises to be fulfilled in their lives. Waiting on God Well has encouraged those waiting for a new job, waiting to meet their spouse, waiting to conceive, waiting for their ministries to flourish and more. Waiting on God Well includes reflection questions, action step ideas and space for readers to journal their thoughts. You can order Waiting on God Well in print or on Kindle on Amazon.

Abounding Faith will boost the faith of those who are going through a challenging season and need to be reminded that nothing is impossible for God! This devotional was the inspiration for the Abounding Faith: Believing God for the Impossible class I taught at the New York School of the Bible.

This book has encouraged a Pastor, a Chaplain, a Sunday School teacher and inspired a Bible school student to further her studies to get equipped for God’s call on her life. It also encouraged a new believer to read his Bible to continue growing in his faith. This devotional includes reflection questions, prayer starters and space for readers to journal their thoughts. You can order Abounding Faith in print or on Kindle on Amazon.

Crossing Your Jordan River is perfect for those who need to be infused with faith and hope as they fight to enter their Promised Land. This book has encouraged small group members, a founder of a women’s home, women living in shelters and more. Crossing Your Jordan River includes reflection questions, prayer starters and space for readers to journal their thoughts. You can order Crossing Your Jordan River in print and on Kindle on Amazon.

There are also gifts galore at Abounding Faith’s online store. You can find inspiring mugs, magnets and more by clicking here.

Thanks for your support of Abounding Faith’s books and online store! Abounding Faith is here to encourage you as you walk by abounding faith, hope and love and live your God-given dreams.

May your December be merry and bright and filled with joy and peace as Christmas draws near!

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Giving Thanks [New Podcast Episode & Short Video]

I’m so grateful for lovely and supportive Readers like YOU!

I hope the short video (above) and the short podcast episode (below) will encourage you as you count your blessings this Thanksgiving and beyond. There’s always something to be grateful to God for!

I recently shared this uplifting message about having a grateful heart with my friends at AGLOW Queens Lighthouse and with Pastor Gary Fishman.

I’m sharing a few thoughts about giving thanks in the new episode of Season 3 of the “Abounding Faith for Today” podcast.

You can check out this new episode and catch up on Seasons 1 – 3 of the uplifting and inspiring “Abounding Faith for Today” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: apple.co/2FoPkZM
Google Podcasts: bit.ly/2A5g2AL
Spotify: spoti.fi/2Kmpjt7
Stitcher: bit.ly/2Tqz6lN
PodBean: https://bit.ly/2BQXNAI

You can also listen to this short and encouraging episode by clicking the link below.

I hope you’re encouraged during your holiday travels or prep time at home.  Have a Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving!

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Please Share Your Thoughts – Abounding Faith’s Reader Survey 2019

Will you take a quick moment to share your thoughts in Abounding Faith’s Reader Survey? I sure do appreciate your feedback as I prayerfully look ahead to next year and beyond.

You can fill out the brief Reader Survey by clicking here.

Thanks so much for participating!

Looking forward to reading your thoughts and suggestions by Saturday, November 30th. Blessings!

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1st Anniversary of By Faith Book

What a year it’s been since the release of my fourth book By Faith: Adventures and Reflections on Walking With God Here and Abroad!

I’m so grateful to everyone who has prayed and encouraged me! My Readers are the best! And getting to teach a class based on one of the chapters of By Faith was such a delight.

I’m honored to get to inspire you through writing and speaking faith-fueling and hope-igniting words. I’ll keep at it as long as the Lord keeps giving me something to say.

I’m making progress with Book 5. Stay Tuned!

God is Good. I look forward to continuing to encourage you as you live by abounding faith, hope and love and live your God-given dreams!

By Faith is available in print and on Kindle on Amazon.

Here’s what people are saying about By Faith:

“Nancy’s love for Jesus and her passion to share the Gospel with others is clearly evident on every page of this book. Journey with her around the world as she shares the adventures that shaped her faith and brought eternal rewards for many.” —Rochelle Traub, Our Daily Bread Ministries

“The psalmist wrote, ‘The Lord gives the word; the women who announce the news are a great host.’ Nancy Gavilanes is among that number sharing the Good News. Boldly and enthusiastically, she represents what obedience to God’s call can do—not for just the ‘called ones’ but for the people whose lives they will impact. Nancy’s testimony continues in her fourth book, with this recollection of short-term missions trips and travels to six continents, as well as her speaking engagements to a number of audiences, including the Nyack College campus community. By Faith is sure to encourage readers in their spiritual formation. They will learn, as Nancy did, that the Christian journey is ‘a walk by faith.’” —Michael G. Scales, EdD, President, Nyack College/Alliance Theological Seminary

“Nancy’s journey is sure to inspire. She takes you on a mission to see how God can do above your hopes, dreams, and imaginations. Let her encourage you as she shares her experiences and what the Lord has taught her through walking with Him. This book will encourage you to live the life God is calling you to.”     —Chris Luppo, TV Producer/Manager Northeast Regional Director of the Christian Women in Media Association

“What an exciting. Spirit-filled, inspirational, faith-stirring book By Faith is! I couldn’t put it down once I began reading it and look forward to the next book by Nancy Gavilanes!” —Vivian Hernandez, Chaplain, The Bowery Mission’s Women’s Center

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This Saturday is Abounding Faith’s BELOVED Women’s Conference!

I’m thrilled that Abounding Faith’s BELOVED Women’s Conference is this Saturday, October 12! God is Good!

Beloved Ladies, I’m excited about the message God has placed on my heart to share with you! Come open and ready to hear what God would like to whisper to you. Come ready to be blessed and to be a blessing!

Beautiful things happen when sisters in Christ of different ages and backgrounds and from various churches get together.

You’re invited to this special time of refreshing and renewal with fellowship, food, prayer and prizes!

*  1 attendee will win a partial scholarship from our Presenting Sponsor Nyack College!

There will also be prizes from my friends at Our Daily Bread and TBN NY!

Come be encouraged and inspired. Register today right here.

Here’s a glimpse of the fun we have at Abounding Faith’s intimate and interactive conferences.

“The best part of this conference was the connecting, reconnecting, teaching of the Word and practical fellowship.” – Past Conference Attendee

Here’s a short video invite to this uplifting women’s conference for dynamic women like you. I hope to see you this Saturday morning! Come with your friends or ready to meet new friends. Register right here.

You can learn more about our wonderful Presenting Sponsor Nyack College in this short video:

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Be Encouraged and Empowered by Abounding Faith’s Uplifting Books and Events

Get to know about Abounding Faith’s inspiring books, events and more by watching the short video above.

Local Ladies, I’d be delighted to encourage you in person. Don’t miss Abounding Faith’s BELOVED Women’s Conference on the morning of Saturday, October 12! It’s going to be an empowering and uplifting time among your sisters in Christ of different ages, backgrounds and various churches.

* 1 lovely lady will win a partial scholarship to Nyack’s college, graduate school or seminary.

There will also be prizes from my friends at Our Daily Bread!

Hope to see you and your friends at this special time of fellowship for dynamic women in NYC! Register today by clicking here.

Blessings!

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Reflections on Sharing Encouraging Testimonies at a Local Church

It was an honor to share an encouraging word with my friends at Eternal Hope Ministries for two Sundays in a row.

I was delighted when my friend Pastor Gary Fishman invited me to share a testimony at both of the services he was covering for my friends Pastors Peter and Margo Kemp.

Pastor Gary has been a strong prophetic voice and a great encourager to me in this season of my life. I’m also grateful for the Kemps’  friendship and prayers over the years.

It was a blessing to see my friends at this sweet congregation,  and to meet a few new friends.

God surprised me with these two ministry opportunities.

I’m looking forward to having more surprises to share very soon. God is Good!

I’m also looking forward to speaking to more groups. I’d be delighted to encourage and empower your group as they walk by faith and live their God-given dreams. Your group will be inspired and uplifted. To learn more about inviting me to your church, school, chapel, conference, retreat or outreach event, click here.

Local Ladies, I hope to see you at Abounding Faith’s BELOVED Women’s Conference in October. You can reserve your spot today by clicking here.

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Reflections on Teaching at The Bowery Mission’s Women’s Center

“The Holy Spirit pours out of you! Not only when you’re praying, but as you’re speaking.” – Resident at The Bowery Mission’s Women’s Center

What an honor to get to teach a Life Skills class for my friends at The Bowery Mission’s Women’s Center!  It was a delight to get to teach a chapter from my latest book, By Faith: Adventures and Reflections on Walking with God Here and Abroad.    

The women were so gracious and receptive to what I was sharing.

The lady quoted above went on to say that normally she writes down one confirmation she gets from each speaker, but this time she couldn’t because there were too many to write down. Glory to God!

The ladies asked great questions and shared such kind feedback.

I felt so welcomed there, as usual. From the moment I arrived to right before I left, the ladies had such sweet things to say.

“I’m reading your book,” exclaimed one of the young ladies I bumped into while waiting to enter the building.  She went on to share that she had been preparing to interview for an internship and was worried that she wasn’t going to get the position. That’s when their Chaplain gave her a copy of Abounding Faith: 30 Bible Heroes Who Will Inspire You to Believe God for the Impossible. “It wasn’t a coincidence. I got the internship!” she said.

I’m so touched that my book encouraged her faith at just the right time.

It’s always a pleasure to inspire my friends at The Bowery. And guess what? I leave uplifted as well!

As we are a blessing to others, we also get blessed. God is Good!

I find it interesting that God has me teaching this summer and based on two of my books. That’s been a surprise to me, but not to God!

There’s a beauty in embracing the mystery and following God’s lead.

I look forward to sharing hope and encouragement with more and more groups.

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Over the Moon: My Connection to Apollo 11

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the lunar landing, I’m proud to share that my Dad was a machinist who worked on parts for Apollo 11’s two capsules. It’s only recently that my Dad has begun sharing some of his fond memories of that time in his life. It’s been great hearing his stories about how dedicated and disciplined he and his co-workers were to make sure every part and every detail was just right for this historic mission.

My Dad had previously worked as a machinist for automobiles, helicopters and airplanes. He enjoyed some of those projects, but he’s still over the moon about having worked on parts for the lunar module.

My Dad became fascinated with space exploration during his teen years. He founded two mountain climbing clubs at his technical high school in Ecuador.  When he would reach the mountains’ summits, including the towering Cotopaxi volcano (more than 19,000 feet above sea level), the stars would really seem within reach.

Once he was in the United States and he had the opportunity to work on the lunar project, he says he was very excited.

My Dad recalls working 70 hours a week and how everything had to be super precise. He knew how to work basically any machine needed, so his supervisors loved that.

He was one of the youngest on his team and one of only two Hispanics.

My Dad worked on parts for the capsule that landed on the moon and the one that remained in orbit with the 3rd astronaut. He worked on the project for about 2 1/2 years.

He cheered when their mission was accomplished on July 20, 1969.

After the successful mission, work soon slowed down and my Dad eventually switched fields. He would go on to run a successful business for years and has been involved in community service (and has even met two or three Popes over the years) but he still beams when he talks about working on Apollo 11.

It was a blessing to get to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the lunar landing with my Dad at the Hall of Science.

Here’s what my Dad had to say on the historic anniversary:

“It was a privilege for me to work as a first class machinist building parts of the lunar module project, especially the capsule that circled around the moon and the capsule that took the astronauts from the cycling capsule onto the moon. Happy 50th Anniversary! Congratulations United States for conquering the moon. God bless America!”

He added that he felt like he was celebrating his own birthday. Sweet!

Growing up, I didn’t know I had a connection to Apollo 11. I’m so happy to now know that my Dad played a role in helping “The Eagle” soar and land on the moon.

I was also so touched to hear that upon landing on the moon and before even stepping out of the capsule, the first thing Buzz Aldrin did was take Communion.

It’s a great reminder that God is Good and Lord of all 🙌

“When I consider your heavens,
the work of your fingers,
the moon and the stars,
which you have set in place,
what is mankind that you are mindful of them,
human beings that you care for them?” (Psalm 8:3-4 NIV)

 

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