My name is Mateus, I am Brazilian, married to Nathalia, and a father of two children, Ana Lucia (4) and Levi (1). We are full-time missionaries currently living in the north of Thailand, in the city of Mae Ai.

I grew up in a Christian home, but at a certain point in my life I drifted away from God due to family struggles. It was during my Discipleship Training School (DTS) with YWAM that I had a personal encounter with Jesus that completely transformed my life. Since then, I have devoted my life to serving Him and being part of what He is doing among the nations.

Today, we serve through the ministry The Tree of Life Thailand, working mainly with Buddhist communities. One of our main bases is a social center, where we offer guitar, English, arts, and soccer classes for children and teenagers. Through these activities, we build relationships and create opportunities to share the Gospel in a practical and accessible way. In addition, we walk alongside the local church, strengthening believers, discipling new converts, and visiting families.

One of the most meaningful parts of our work is listening to the Bible in the local language together with Buddhist families, often for the very first time. We also invest time in closely supporting those who are beginning their journey with Jesus. We understand that this is long-term work. In a Buddhist context, results do not come quickly, but we believe God is working deeply in people’s hearts. Our desire is to see lives transformed, families reached, and a strong local church where Thai people are sharing the Gospel with their own people.

For this reason, we invite you to be part of this with us. We need people to stand with us in prayer, interceding for each life and every step of this ministry, and also partners who will support financially so we can continue and expand this work in northern Thailand.

Mateus & Nathalia