Global Reach Updates

Please praise God as you read through these updates and skim the pictures of ministry occurring through our brothers and sisters in the Global Reach fields in various parts of the globe.

Argentina

Pastor Maria Grigioni started a new gathering with the women of the church called “Mate de la Pastora.” It is the same idea as “Coffee with the Pastor.” They come together for fellowship and discuss things to strengthen their walk and testimonial life in Christ. They do this while also inviting women who do not know Jesus as a way of introducing them to Christ. Pray for Pastor Maria as she continues to serve as Director/ Pastor and a police officer in her community. Please keep her son, Valentino in prayer too.

Nicaragua

Over the past two years, Pastor German has helped start four congregations as either a new church plant or affiliation. Not long ago, Pastor German and his family experienced very hard times. God has pulled them through this season, and we see how they are being molded into a new season of reaping the benefits of serving Him. We can always trust that God will protect us, look out for us, and lift us up over our adversaries. May God bless the Nicaraguan Conference, Pastors and Church.

Dominican Republic

Pastor Fremio had been somewhat restricted in ministry efforts in recent months. He is also recovering from a motorcycle accident and doing much better. We praise God for his recovery. Ministry in El Mango Limpio is going well. Services have resumed and people are coming together for worship. Kilometer 20 is so alive with children and families that live there. We have had events where hundreds of children show up and participate. Thank you for supporting the ministries in our DR field.

India & Bangladesh

India and Bangladesh are beginning to open more. The schools in Bangladesh are opening before the beginning of October. Travel is still somewhat restricted. Our Mission workers continue to minister in any way they possibly can including distributing relief resources like food, masks, and other hygiene items (pictured above). This has brought some encouragement to these people in a time when they need it most. In India, the pastors have started free education centers for children to come and be tutored. This has provided enormous relief for parents and brought joy to the children. Both India and Bangladesh have also been active in providing clean drinking water to needy communities.

Thailand

Bryan and Katie Crabtree found a house to rent in Udon Thani, Thailand where they will be serving. The Lord also helped them find a suitable family vehicle (pictured at left). They are hoping the school Katie teaches at will begin meeting in person starting in October. Katie teaches Bible to her class of first grade students every day. She has been impressed by the questions that students ask and has been so privileged to be able to share the truth of Scripture and of Jesus Christ with them. Please be in prayer for them as they try to learn the language and acclimate to a new way of life.

Southwest

The Southwest was able to host several teams this summer. Both Hooghan Nizhoni and Gamerco were blessed to host VBS for the communities. Each church had over 50 people in attendance, with participation from every generation- infants and all the way up to the elders. We had two people make decisions to receive Christ into their life. Praise the Lord! It was a great way to welcome people back into the church for an event as pandemic restrictions had begun to lighten. While restrictions are returning, we will continue to foster the relationships made during VBS. We are very thankful for the support of the people who served on the VBS teams and the continued prayers and connections we have with them and our communities.

Thank you for your faithful prayers and support in reaching the lost across the globe. It is making a difference for eternity.