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Finding the Reason for the Chaos
“What’s behind the chaotic behavior of these kids?” thought Paula after their first night doing the kid’s program in Ghana. Paula shared her thoughts about how her past teaching experience prepared her for this unique mission trip: “I’m normally a high school science teacher. And it’s not that high school…
MoreHow can you share God’s love on a mission trip, especially when you don’t speak the language? Traditional preaching often creates a sense of separation between the preacher and the congregation, with the preacher elevated on a platform and the congregation sitting below. This dynamic can be particularly challenging in…
More“I want you to know something—you have my blood!” Pastor Hobson yelled ecstatically through the microphone on Sabbath afternoon. On our final day in Tamale, Ghana, Pr. Hobson introduced himself to the congregation with his new name, Kujo. “I am Pastor Ronnie Joseph Kujo Hobson, I am here with Quiet…
MoreSalutubu Center of Influence
The Salutubu Center of Influence in Indonesia has been a 40-year dream, but by God’s grace is becoming a reality! “We are very happy and excited! Finally, we’ll have a church building for worship! We plan to have a special thanksgiving ceremony,” shared Yusuf, a long-time church member. “But this…
More“I had a lot of negative experiences that led me to believe that I was a failure,” said Elmer, “but thank God, He didn’t give up pursuing me.” Elmer retraced the steps of his life. Elmer grew up in Mitú, Colombia, along the Vaupés river that borders Brazil. He had…
MoreFrom Gangster to Missionary
“Before I met Jesus and Seyha, I was a gangster, and I used to fight in the streets,” said 16-year-old Ryan. Seyha is a church planter and gospel worker in Siem Reap, Cambodia, who owned a bike shop. One day, a small voice told him to go for a ride,…
MoreDiscovering Sabbath in Remote Islands
“We came to live with our relatives in the Aha village to try and have a better education and future, but more than that; we found a deeper Revelation of Jesus Christ.” Three young people, David, Eka and Farah,* are from the remote village of Hangke in the Northern islands…
MoreThe Light of the Gospel in the Dry Desert
In the heart of the Eastern Ethiopia Union Mission, lies the Central Ethiopia Field—a region where the gospel has struggled to take root amidst a predominantly Muslim population. Yet, it is here that a remarkable story of faith and transformation is unfolding, showcasing the power of God’s Word and the…
More“Has anyone ever been to a mansion before?” Judy asked her kids during the evening meeting at the Smiling Hotel. One little boy raised his hand immediately and said, “Yes, here! This place tonight is a mansion!” Picture this: You’re a teacher for a kids’ program in a foreign country,…
MoreAbout 100 children from the village of Nynakpala sit in chairs bathed in a semicircle of light illuminated by the solo lightbulb attached to the outside of the school’s rafters, and all eyes are on Ruth. She rocks from side to side, bouncing slightly on the balls of her feet.…
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