A high rate of suicide among the elderly in Japan is a known fact. These are lonely people without hope. The Post Office provides a service where a family member can request the postman to stop by to chat and have tea with their parent, then send them a report on their welfare. One elderly …
Hearing about a conference where Pashtun people were the focus for ministry, one of our young workers wanted to attend, although he had to drive twelve hours into the States to get there. He had spoken to a few Pashtuns in Canada, and wondered if God was leading him to join a team that reaches …
This year, another worker felt God was asking her to reach out to the Pashtun people. She prayed He would guide her to a Pashtun family and started to study their language. She says, “A month went by and I almost gave up hope of finding a Pashtun friend. I had asked everyone I knew …
About a year ago I saw a large group of men playing cricket in a park and decided to go over and ask where they were from. As I approached a group of men sitting under a tree I was gripped with fear and was about to turn around when the Lord reminded me of …
Sipho and Amanda Moyo in Zimbabwe write: “ACTS13 is growing and developing throughout Africa and here with us in Zimbabwe. We are working hard at developing our farm to be a hub of mission sending preparation and practical skills learning. Our vision is for it to be a demonstration of how agriculture can support and …
The country of Sao Tomé and Principe, two islands off the coast of Central Africa in the Gulf of Guinea, is not a place that most people in the West are familiar with. These uninhabited islands were discovered and colonized by the Portuguese in the fifteenth century. Slave labour from Africa was brought in to …
“It’s the feeling of having someone lift up your head from the pit of despair. It’s the presence of the One who will never leave you nor forsake you. It’s the knowledge that you can face the future. It’s the ability to make friends with a smile. It’s the gift that His grace is sufficient; …
Teresa shares Highlights of Her Life as a Missionary Kid Read More »
“I’ve been meeting a large number of Afghans here, as well as other random people.” “Every day I go out and wander, looking for people who are open to talk to me. It’s not very fun or exciting most days. Often I wonder what the point is and if it’s really worth anything at all. …
An Adult Missionary Kid in Canada Prepares for Full Time Service Read More »
Testimony by Christy Ann Dyck I grew up in Mexico. My parents worked at a Christian camp (El Monte) with other missionaries. I had awesome Christian friends who supported me. I grew up believing in Jesus but it wasn’t very personal. I accepted Jesus when I was 10 but I struggled a lot with wanting …
It’s been a while since we’ve mentioned our MKs. We’d like to highlight them in this issue for a few reasons. Mostly, because they are so special to us! Our kids are extremely unique individuals due to the life that is thrust upon them. No, none of us get to choose our parents but generally, …
