BCF WELCOMES AMAZON VISION MINISTRIES TO GRACEVILLE CAMPUS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 16, 2010

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For several years The Baptist College of Florida (BCF) in Graceville, Florida has enjoyed a working partnership with Amazon Vision Ministries (AVM). The heartbeat of BCF is centered on missions and evangelism. AVM is a mission sending organization which operates a river boat, Marco Polo, in the Western Amazon Basin of northern Brazil. They organize, train, equip, and coordinate short-term volunteer mission teams from Southern Baptist churches to minister to the people who live in the remote and isolated villages along the Amazon River.

On January 1, 2010, AVM relocated their offices from Gainesville, Florida to the BCF campus in Graceville. According to Dr. Tom Kinchen, BCF President, "Our relationship with AVM has always been a strong one, and we believe that this move will make it even more effective. More students will be able to receive direct information about expanded mission opportunities, and AVM will have greater opportunity to recruit mission volunteers. While AVM operates as an independent missions organization, we are delighted to house their offices and work in partnership with them." Charles Stafford, President of AVM, expressed excitement over what he sees as increased opportunities for both AVM and BCF in this expanded relationship.

For more information on Amazon Vision Ministries or the mission degree offered through The Baptist College of Florida, contact 800-328-2660 ext. 460.