In the book of Acts there are many obstacles (topes) that must be overcome for the Gospel to spread. Fear, language, prejudice, funding, geography, opposition… and the list goes on. One can easily make the case that these same obstacles still challenge mission today. But as we learn from Acts, there are no barriers to the movement of God’s Spirit! God’s work, God’s will, will be accomplished.
Dear Friends, As I write, masses of tiny frilly mango blossoms are covering every mango tree all over Kikongo. Such a profusion of blooms. It can only mean one thing; …
Dear Family, Friends, Prayer Partners and Financial Partners, We are so excited to announce that we have PASSED the 75% pledged funding mark and that we are ALMOST at 80% funded! God …
I realize we are already in mid-July and we haven’t sent out a newsletter since May 21st …what happened to June?!! Let’s just say we have been “a little busy!” …
Now in the 11th month of Congo’s largest and deadliest outbreak of Ebola in history, the virus is threatening to cross international borders into South Sudan and Uganda. Bill Clemmer, who has been serving in the midst of this outbreak since mid-October 2018, discusses the issues which are fueling this deadly disease …and why it may take more than ‘medicine and might’ to bring Ebola in this sector of the Congo under control.
Embarking on a short-term mission trip for two weeks, three months or a year without adequate emotional, spiritual and physical tools and preparation will create big “Oops & Ouch” that can have negative impact on the ministry you intend to serve. The Short-Term Mission team can help equip your hands and heart to serve God alongside global servants and/or IM partners in cross-cultural settings.