Broken Walls has been nominated for an Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Award for their second flute album released under Ohwihsha.  Voting closes on July 19th and is open to any one in the world.  Thank you!

Here is the link to the website:  http://aboriginalpeopleschoice.com/home/

To be able to vote, you must sign up as an APCMA member and membership is free.  Simply enter your e-mail address and press 'request account' to sign up.  Winners will be chosen by the fans and stakeholders.  All submissions have been uploaded to the Internet for on-line members to browse and consider.  

   

        

          Jonathan recently returned from Fort Severn, Ontario which is the most northern community in the province.  This is polar bear country.  Upon his arrival, he first went to the home of the Deputy Chief where he did protocol and shared his heart with all those who had gathered.

          Jonathan was kept very busy during his time there.  Every night, he did a community concert which were well attended by both young and old.  He also met with the children and youth during the day for a time of sharing and encouraging.

          He was invited into many of the homes for a time of fellowship.  What a wonderful way to build new relationships and get to know the people!  

          The last night there was really great!  Lots of people came from the community and there were even song requests.  Afterward, some of the leaders said that they felt that there was hope for their people.

          Jonathan looks forward to returning with Broken Walls in the near future.

Iditarod Tour 2014

Broken Walls finished another outreach along the Iditarod Trail.  This year, Broken Walls travelled to Wasilla, Unalakleet, Nome, Elim, Koyuk, Kaltag, Nulato, Anvik and Nikolai.  The team consisted of Bill Pagaran, Jonathan Maracle, Carol Pauline Sullivan, Dylan Nayokpuk, William Clark, Paul Starling, Aaron Brogan, Becca Brogan, Brian Bruxvoort, Marilyn Redd, Michael Boettcher, Cayla Boettcher, Bob Widman and the Missionary Aviation Repair Center team.

We had two airplanes to travel from village to village, and carry our team and 2,500 pounds of equipment, food, supplies and sleeping gear.  It was an intense schedule with school assemblies and evening concerts at each village.  Approximately 100 people came into the Kingdom, many people rededicated their lives and many, many were blessed, strengthened and encouraged.

Thank you to all who helped to make this outreach possible.  Bill shares:  "You helped save lives.  You gave wings to dreams all throughout Alaska and you deposited hope in Christ that won't disappoint."

Broken Walls is in Alaska with the Carry the Cure team.  After spending the weekend ministering in Wasilla, they left the airport in Palmer, Alaska to begin their tour of the Iditarod Trail.  The tour will take them to the villages of Nenana (March 4), Galena (March 5), Graying (March 6), Koyuk (March 7), Golovin (March 8) and White Mountain (March 9) before ending the tour in Nome, Alaska.

The Carry the Cure outreach team consists of Bill Pagaran, Jonathan Maracle, Brandon Maracle, Jaymi Millard, Seth Atkins, Tim Mikkelsen, Carol Sullivan, Dana Hoffman, Many Curtis and Mark Lewis.

Bill shares:  We left Palmer yesterday.  As we flew over Denali, I could just feel the glory, power and greatness of God.  It overwhelmed me with tear because it was if the anointing and greatness that God used to create Denali was coming from the mountain onto us.  I felt the Lord say, "As people travel from all around the world to see the greatness and glory of Denali, so shall people come from all around the world to see the greatness of the people of Alaska whom I am pouring out my glory on.  They will become famous throughout the world and they will have favor everywhere they go."

Yesterday was spent at Nenana.  The picture above is of the school assembly.  Jonathan shares: "It was a pretty amazing time yesterday with the Nenana students.  It was probably one of the best school assemblies that we've ever done.  The students are open to the Father.  After the assembly, we connected with so many students, sharing our hearts and purpose.  Our dancers, Seth and Carol were absolutely focused and awesome as they danced our prayers before the people.  

Last night after Seth shared his testimony, I challenged people to respond and dance their prayers, about 25 responded.  Immediately afterward, we went into Wave and the whole gym was filled wit the joy of the Lord as everyone began to experience the Wave of His Glory. "

Please keep the team in your prayers.  I will give you further updates as they come in.

Broken Walls in Alaska

Sunset over Alaska

Broken Walls recently travelled to Alaska to visit the villages of Wasilla, Homer and Seldovia.  The team consisted of Jonathan Maracle, Mark Wolff, Vladimir Plotnikov, Reign Pagaran and Bill Pagaran.  The first night, they played at The Haven, near Anchorage.  Jonathan shared on the importance of family and it really touched hearts.  The team did a school assembly in Homer the next day which was well received.  The principal said that out of 400 students, Bill picked the perfect student for the $20.00 illustration.

On Saturday, they ministered at The Refuge in Homer.  Jonathan shared that it was really great to see so many old friends that they have made over the years.  Lots of people came through while they were practicing and that was really cool.  They did the Carry the Cure 'Committed to Life' program that they normally do in  school assemblies but augmented it a bit.  Bill shares: "There is a need for this message to come to the church in a real way."

The next morning, Bill shared at The Church on the Rock, Homer, while Jonathan shared at East Gate Fellowship, also in Homer.  Here is a note from Scott Smith, YWAM concerning Jonathan's time at East Gate. "What a tremendous honor it was to have Jonathan Maracle share his heart with us today at East Gate Fellowship.  His mastery of both music and story-telling created an environment where our hearts yearned for our Father.  We cried, laughed and then celebrated in the great work of Yeshua.  Thank you, my friend for coming to our house of worship and sharing your life with us.  You are always welcome."

On February 5th, Jonathan shared: "We arrived in the village of Seldovia.  We did an elementary school music workshop in the morning, and in the afternoon, Bill did a drum workshop with some older students while I did a flute workshop with some others.  In the evening, we did a community concert in the Chapel.  Because we have been to Seldovia before, we were able to reconnect with old friends.  This community really loves flute music and many of the young people have their own flutes and play often.  Brian, a local flute player has worked with the young people and it looks to me as if this is a wonderful way to bridge the age gap."

Bill shares: "Thank you Crystal Kashevarof Collier, Laurel Hilts, Ariel Anahonak and SVT for having Carry the Cure and Broken Walls in Seldovia.  What an honor it was to have the opportunity to speak to, encourage and share our gifts with the beautiful people of Seldovia.  I enjoyed the enthusiasm of the youth in our clinics and the favor and fellowship of the adults.  I'm looking forward to partnering more with you in the future.  Beautiful people, wonderful time and an awesome future."

Jonathan and Bill with elders and leaders in Seldovia

Broken Walls in Alaska

Dear Friends:

At present, Broken Walls are in Alaska, visiting a few communities.  The above picture is of the sky over Homer, Alaska that Jonathan took as he was flying in to meet up with the rest of the team.  They will be doing school assemblies, concerts and church services.  

Bill, Jonathan and the team did a concert at The Refuge in Homer.  Jonathan shared about the importance of family and this really touched some hearts.  

The next morning, Sunday, February 3rd, Jonathan spoke at East Gate Fellowship in Homer while Bill spoke at Church on the Rock-Homer.  Jonathan shares: "I had an amazing time sharing the new songs that I have been writing and the need for us as lovers of Jesus to truly tap in to the gift we've been given by our Creator."  

Scott Smith, YWAM shares: "What a tremendous honour it was to have Jonathan Maracle share his heart with us today at East Gate Fellowship.  His mastery of both music and story-telling created an environment where our hearts yearned for our Father.  We cried, laughed and then celebrated in the great work of Yeshua.  Thank you, my friend, for coming to our house of worship and sharing your life and talents with us. You are always welcome."

They have another week of ministry scheduled before Jonathan flies home again.  

Jonathan in Hawaii, 2013

The above picture is of the Flags of the Nations, YWAM in Kona, Hawaii. Jonathan just returned from a few days visit.  He travelled there on the 3rd of January to accompany his second son, Jesse to the University of the Nations.  He also spent a few days ministering to the beautiful Hawaiian people while he had the opportunity to be there.  He ministered at an evening service at Hilo Missionary Church on the 4th and and at Kalapana, an Indigenous Hawaiian community on the following evening.  At Kalapana, he shared a vision of hope and love to the people through new songs that he had written since the last time he was there.  After he finished playing, a group of Hawaiian people began to play in response.  They played some really beautiful songs and several of the ladies danced.  The culture is rich.

Jonathan had a great time over the few days he was there meeting leaders and building new friendships.  Just before he left the island, he ministered for the first year students at the University of the Nations where Jesse is studying.  It was a powerful time.  These students had never heard worship First Nations style!  Jonathan also shared from his heart with the main topic being forgiveness. Some deep offences were broken.  Jonathan felt that it was an honour to be there, to be able to share his gifts and to be a part of YWAM, Kona.  It is so exciting to see so many young people eager to learn how to be world-changers.

Jonathan is hoping to travel back to Hawaii with the whole Broken Walls team in the near future.