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Discipleship Through Partnership.
Mission Africa exists to partner with local churches and ministries in Africa by reaching the lost with the Good News of Jesus, demonstrating His love and discipling believers.
The vision is clear. We have a command from God to “preach the Gospel to every creature,” because “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” But, “how can they hear without someone preaching to them?”
When the founder of Mission Africa; Samuel Bill arrived in Nigeria in 1887, he recognised the need for partnership with Nigerians and asked the Lord to provide a helper. The Lord moved in the heart of David Ekong, who became the first convert.
That same spirit of partnership which began with Samuel and David still remains a strong conviction of Mission Africa today. We seek to work alongside national churches and organisations to partner with them for mutual edification and evangelism.
Head Office: 14 Glencregagh Court, Belfast, BT6 0PA 028 9040 2850 info@missionafrica.org.uk
Chief Executive Paul Wright ceo@missionafrica.org.uk
Communications & Operations
Lauren Mornin communications@missionafrica.org.uk
Short Term
Catherine Pope shortterm@missionafrica.org.uk
Finance & Child Sponsorship
Ashleigh Kelly accounts@missionafrica.org.uk childsponsorship@missionafrica.org.uk
Scotland Rep Robbie Toop robbie.toop@missionafrica.org.uk
UPCOMING EVENTS
Over the next few months, MA will be planning and preparing for the events of Summer 2025 which are happening across the United Kingdom; beginning with the MA Celebration in Belfast which is planned for June and ending with Bangor World Wide Missionary Convention at the end of August. We would love to see you at any of the events.
MA’s June Celebration is taking place slightly later than usual on the 21st June in Newtownbreda Baptist Church.
MA are back at Keswick Portstewart again in the Mission Exhibition from 5th-11th July.
MA will be present in the Mission Hub of New Horizon from 6th8th August.
You’ll find MA in the Exhibitors Tent of Summer Madness on Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th June.
MA will be doing Week 1 of Keswick Cumbria from the 1219th July and the Moray Coast Convention from 2-9th August.
You’ll find MA the Global Village at Bangor World Wide on the evenings of 21st & 22nd August.
DISCIPLESHIP PARTNERSHIP
NIGERIA
RETURNING TO NIGERIA
After a period of Home Assignment and the long wait for his visa approval, Mark Nixon returned to Nigeria in the middle of March. It was an extremely quick turnaround from the day his visa was granted to him boarding the plane in London Heathrow. He then arrived in Abuja and safely on to Ankpa where he serves as a New Testament lecturer at Peter Achimugu College of Theology (PACT). Mark describes below his first month back in Africa:
How have you adjusted since returning to Nigeria?
I have settled in fairly quickly and it is a joy to be back again and be reunited with friends and collegues. With being home for 10 months, I have arrived back to some things being exactly the same, other areas have changed. One key thing is that the cost of living is more expensive meaning people are poorer. Arriving mid-March means that it is hot season and so arriving from dark and cold England, it has taken some time to adjust to the heat again.
Has there been any highlights or challenges since returning?
One highlight has been that I was able
to visit a very rural village which is 20 minutes off the main road. Here I had the opportunity to preach the Gospel to the church congregation and also to chat to the young people about who Jesus is. Another opportunity that I’ve had has been to be able to have been part of a 7 hour prayer meeting where I also had the opportunity to share a word of encouragement to those in attendance.
At the college, things have been slightly more challenging. Currently there are issues with the colllege toilets which will hopefully be fixed very soon. I have also noticed a few smaller repairs that are needing done to some of the buildings. I am hopeful that these issues will be resolved soon.
What are your plans leading up to the summer?
Arriving back during the month of March means that life around the college is very quiet. It is coming to the end of the college term and the students are preparing to finish for their Easter break. After a two week break, they then have a period of study and examinations. Summer school then begins in mid-May.
I have started to make plans for several Gospel outreaches taking place in surrounding villages over the coming months. I also plan to be going to another college to lecture to some of their students over the coming weeks.
How can we as supporters be praying for you and your ministry?
Pray that I would keep in good health. Rainy season is due to begin around April time, pray that the rains will come. This is extremely beneficial for the farmers otherwise they will struggle. Pray for the Gospel campaigns that have been arranged and as I plan and prepare to speak at these. Pray also that sponsorship and funding can be found for a number of other projects within the Ankpa area.
CHAIRMAN OF THE UNITED EVANGELICAL CHURCH
This year is a critical year for the United Evangelical Church (UEC); formerly the Qua Iboe Church, founded through the pioneering ministry of Samuel Bill in the late 1800’s. This is a large denomination which now has congregations in several countries outside of Nigeria.
The Rev. Dr. Samuel U. Ebukiba
(pictured) has served as UEC Chairman for the past 8 years, and will step down later this year. Praise God for enabling and sustaining him over the years and pray for the last months of his service as leader of the UEC, that he will finish well.
The process for appointing a new Chairman of Conference is underway and an appointment will be made in December. Pray that any agenda and motive from a natural perspective will come to nothing and that those with authority will listen to the leading and prompting of the Holy Spirit. Pray that this new leader of the UEC will be someone whose life is shaped by the Gospel.
MEET JANET MARTIN
‘There is a medical student who is to me like that little cloud,’ said Norah Curran, Matron of Ochadamu Medical Centre. She was referring to the story in 1 Kings 18 where Elijah is praying for rain and instructs his servant to watch for any sign of its coming.
The occasion was the Scottish Day Conference of Qua Iboe Mission (now Mission Africa) in November 1970, arranged by Margaret Wilson, Scottish Representative of QIM at the time. Norah wasn’t praying for rain but for medical staff who were in short supply at the time, and all the more so since a missionary doctor from another mission had just lost his life in an accident.
As the only medical student in the room that day, my heart was pounding. ‘Norah thinks I should be heading for Nigeria,’ I was saying to God during
the lunch interval. ‘But I will need more than that if I am to serve You as a missionary doctor. Please will You confirm through Your Word if this is what You are saying to me.’
The afternoon session began and soon I was left in no doubt as the Scripture from 1 Thessalonians 5:24 was read; ‘Faithful is He that calleth you, who also will do it.’ (KJV)
Further confirmation came when I spoke with the missionary committee of my church. ‘We also heard about the death of that missionary doctor and we prayed that someone from this area would be called to take his place.’
So it was, after a year at Bible College and a few months working with the Pastoral Team in my home church, that 7 years after that initial Scottish Day Conference, I arrived at Ochadamu Medical Centre, known today as Holley Memorial Hospital in Nigeria. There were just 2 of us as medical staff and the days were very busy. Out-patient Clinics, Ward Rounds, Emergency Operations and treatment for patients with leprosy with its many complications. As we knew only a little of the local language the majority of
our work was carried out in English with the help of young school leavers who could speak English as well as Igala.
These young people lived on the Hospital Compound and it was my privilege, along with other missionaries, to run a weekly Young People’s Meeting for them at which we sang and prayed and shared God’s Word.
I expected to spend the rest of my days in Nigeria but after 5 years, I contracted hepatitis and came back to UK unwell. After a very long recovery period I needed to regain my knowledge of medicine and my confidence and so had to resign from the Mission. Over the years I listened for God’s voice, willing to return to Nigeria, but God had a different plan.
Fast forward a few decades and, now retired for some years, I was heading for the November 2024 Scottish Mission Africa event at which we would have the opportunity to meet and hear from the new CEO of Mission Africa. En route, I was wondering whether I should be more involved in some way in furthering the work of Mission Africa in Scotland. By the time the morning was over I realised that, once again, God had something different in mind.
In the midst of all that Paul shared that morning he indicated that Mission Africa was looking for someone to go and live in the village of Ochadamu for a while. I listened carefully. Not specifically for a doctor or a nurse, or a teacher or a Bible College lecturer, but for someone to go and live out their faith as a Christian at Holley Memorial Hospital. Well, seeking to live out my faith as a Christian, was that not what I tried to do every day? I could fulfil that role. And once again my heart was pounding. ‘God would you really allow me to go back and serve you there again,’ I thought, ‘in that place which is so much closer to my heart than I realised?’
In the months that have followed God has confirmed in many ways that this is indeed what He wants me to do. And so, I am preparing to travel in the summer, and for 6 months to live at Holley all the while looking out for the current needs and listening for how Mission Africa can be used to help this Christian Hospital which is now run by the UEC Church, to fulfil in the 2020s the purpose for which it was founded.
In John 15:16 Jesus says, ‘You did not choose me but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit – fruit that will last.’ What an honour. May it be so, for His glory.
IN MEMORY OF MARGARET WILSON
It is with deep sadness that Mission Africa learnt of the passing of one of our former missionaries; Mrs Margaret Wilson on 28th February 2025. Margaret served in Etinan, Nigeria for 10 years from 1958 and returned due to the Biafran War. She then took up the role of Scottish Rep between 1968-1988 before coming to Northern Ireland to work in the Belfast office. She retired from Mission Africa in 1998.
We extend our deepest sympathies and prayers to Elwyn, Margaret’s husband and the wider family circle. Margaret will be greatly missed in
many Mission Africa circles, but we are thankful that we are able to rejoice in the hope that we have - a hope that reminds us that death is not the end, but only a momentary transition into the glory of Heaven where Margaret has been received with open arms by her Father.
Her funeral service was held on Monday 10th March in Woodvale Presbyterian Church in Belfast. It was recorded and you are able to watch it on Youtube via https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=8ZEhEbliajo
,,Margaret Wilson pictured on the left along with Bill Leach, the Holley’s and others at a Qua Iboe event.
CHAD
FIRST VISIT TO CHAD
Paul Wright
‘In Chad, everything is good.’
This was the phrase spoken by the immigration officer who detained me for nearly an hour until most other staff and passengers had left the airport in N’Djamena. It was meant to assure me about my baggage that was now unattended in the luggage hall but had little effect!
The purpose of this trip in February was to visit David & Lucy Morrison. Chad was a fascinating country, a country that very little is known about even in church and mission circles. I just want to share some of things that I was challenged by during my visit.
In Chad, everything is dusty. This is caused by the hot dry sub-saharan climate and makes life extremely difficult for the vast majority of people. Chad, while being the 5th largest country in Africa remains largely underdeveloped with high rates of illiteracy and poverty.
In Chad, the need is great. There are large people groups in Chad with hundreds of thousands of people who have little-to-no knowledge of Christ or evangelical witness. The established church in Chad remains mainly in the south of the country leaving vast areas of unreached people in the harshest of environments.
In Chad, the door is open. While being a Muslim country, Christian missionary visas are granted in association with the established church. Often, Gospel access to unreached or least reached people groups is limited due to restricted access. This is not generally the case in Chad.
In Chad, life for missionaries and their children is difficult. Due to the environmental and economical challenges already mentioned, those serving in Chad have many obstacles to face on a daily basis. There is the extreme heat, power cuts, limited supplies of fruit and vegetables as well as limited opportunities for children’s educational and social needs.
In Chad, women are often overlooked and suffer abuse. The highest rates of illiteracy are among women which contributes to their difficulty in every day life. Many readers will already know that David and Lucy Morrison, along with their daughters, have been in Chad for many years now for this reason. They have a burden to see the most vulnerable and overlooked in society come to know Christ and have their lives transformed. This takes place through the Acacia ministry. It was both encouraging and challenging to see a little glimpse of the difficulties and pain of these
women but also the difference that the Gospel and demonstration of the practical love of Christ can make to them and their families.
In Chad, many people do not have access to the Word of God. This is because of illiteracy, the influence of Islam or Scripture simply not being available in their language. Work is ongoing through many Mission organisations who are dedicated to literacy programmes, schools, hospitals, compassion ministries, Bible translation and church planting. We, as a mission are praying that the Lord would use us to play a small part in changing the story of souls in Chad.
In Chad, people need prayer. Given the nature of the environment and language barriers, most of us will not serve there. However, we can accomplish much through prayer. This is not a cliche, but a statement of truth that shows our reliance on God to move and work. Why not respond to Jesus’ prompt, “Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest field.” (Matt 9:38)
If you sense the Lord giving you a passion to be part of seeing Chadians reached with the Gospel please speak to us to see how you could partner and pray.
DISCIPLE MAKERS
20 million Chadians, many of whom have never heard the Gospel.
The need is great, The challenges are manifold, But the door is open.
There is a small team in the East of Chad who need co-workers to partner with them as they build relationships, study language and culture and begin to make disciples where Christ is not yet known.
Is the Lord challenging you about being part of what He is doing in making His name great among the nations? We would love for you to speak to us to find out more about how you could be used by Him to make disciples among the unreached in Chad.
For more information, visit the Serve Long Term section on MA’s website (www.missionafrica.org.uk) or email opportunities@missionafrica.org.uk
‘Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.’ Matthew 9:37-38
IVORY COAST
FIRST VISIT TO IVORY COAST
Robbie & Margaret Toop
Ana van Brakel has been serving in the Ivory Coast where she trains and equips Bible College students and their families. During February, our Scottish Rep Robbie along with his wife Margaret had the privilege of visiting Ana in the Ivory Coast. Here are some of their reflections, highlights and challenges which they reported upon returning.
The purpose of our trip was twofold; firstly a pastoral visit to Ana and secondly visiting IPH (Institut Pastoral Hébron) Bible College in Bouaflé where Ana lectures to explore opportunities for future involvement.
Having visited Côte d’Ivoire while with WEC in the late 1980s we were looking forward to this return trip. Thankfully our outward journey was uneventful and Ana kindly made the 6hr bus trip from Bouaflé to Abidjan to meet us at the airport. After overnighting in Abidjan we made the return journey to Bouaflé, arriving at Ana’s home where she kindly gave us the guest bedroom.
Upon our arrival, Hien Toh, the Director of IPH, gave us a tour of the college and introduced us to the staff. We met the students as we came across each of them on campus but being able to attend church on Sunday gave us the opportunity to meet everyone.
There was a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere on campus.
We were also asked to bring an update on two Burkinabe students who are studying there; Denis & Jacques. These men are two who have received a scholarship grant through the financial partnership of MA supporters.
During the week I (Robbie) was able to interview Denis & Jacques. It tuned out we’d visited Jacques’ home village during a visit to Burkina Faso in the late 1980s while with WEC. They both enjoy their studies. Denis sometimes leads the Sunday School meetings on campus while Jacques was given the responsibility for overseeing the Sunday School (of about 15-20 children) with 2-3 teachers. They are both hard workers who expressed sincere appreciation for the support received through Mission Africa. Denis and Jacques have shared their story and gratefulness to all at Mission Africa in the following pages.
Throughout the week, Ana was happy to have Margaret’s help in teaching a group of ladies how to knit. They held three classes over consecutive afternoons when the group of about 12 ladies (some were students, others were wives of students) picked up some basic skills. Margaret enjoyed the experience and Ana seemed to be
glad to have the encouragement of her support.
One of Ana’s responsibilities is the college library where the red African dust presents its own challenges to both books and computers. There is no working computer meaning the books are not logged electronically which then presents a variety of challenges to both students and staff. Pray that the right computer(s) will be purchased to adequately support the library’s needs and that someone will be available to log the books appropriately.
Before we knew it, we were boarding the bus for the 6hr journey back to Abidjan with happy memories and much to think about from our time at the college. Spending time with Ana was a blessing as was meeting college staff and students. The challenges of water shortage were balanced by the steady uninterrupted electricity supply - not something we’ve enjoyed in every other African country!
Join us in praying that the desire of the students will be to study God’s Word and live for Jesus in a challenging environment. Part of their challenge is finding funds to pay their fees. Pray God will provide for them, encourage them and bless the work and vital ministry of this training facility.
Meet Jacques Kambou and Denis M. Palenfo
Although MA does not currently have any personnel in Burkina Faso, we do still have a partnership with the Eglise Protestante Evangelique (EPE) Church there. With this partnership, and giving from supporters, we are able financially support two students currently completing their Undergraduate degrees at Instutit Pastoral Hebron (IPH) Bible College in the Ivory Coast. This is the same college where Ana van Brakel serves. Our partnership with churches and theological colleges across Africa are foundational in training men and women enabling more people to hear the good news of Jesus Christ.
Below, Jacques and Denis have written collectively on what receiving this scholarship through Mission Africa means for them and their families.
Receiving a scholarship is more than just financial aid. For us, this scholarship has been a catalyst for transformation that is positively impacting every aspect of our daily lives and has been a true blessing for us and our families. Through this testimony, we wish to express our gratitude and highlight the importance
of this support for our educational and personal journey.
Financial Assistance
This scholarship has helped meet essential needs that would otherwise have been difficult to access. It has allowed us to purchase some of the books needed to follow courses effectively and access quality academic resources. Food costs have been reduced, ensuring that we eat healthy and regularly. It has also helped cover medical costs, giving us peace of mind in the event of possible health problems.
A positive impact on our education
The ability to fund photocopies and printing was crucial to the success of our studies. These tools allowed us to effectively prepare for our classes, practical work and exams. In addition, the clothing supported by this scholarship has strengthened our selfconfidence in academic and social interactions.
Helping our families
Beyond the individual impact, this scholarship has relieved a significant financial burden on our family. It has allowed us to reduce the burdens which our loved ones had to face,
freeing up resources for other family priorities. This support has been a factor of harmony and stability for our households.
A source of motivation and hope
This scholarship also played a motivating role. By equipping us with the necessary means, it strengthened our determination to excel academically. It reminded us that we are not alone in this journey and that others believe in our potential.
In conclusion, this scholarship has been a source of immense benefit, not only to us as students, but also to our families. It has provided financial security, peace of mind and a unique opportunity to pursue our studies with assurance and confidence. We express our deep gratitude to the supporters of Mission Africa for this act of generosity which has been a lever of transformation for our present and future lives. May this partnership continue to be an instrument of positive change for other students in need.
KENYA
FAREWELL TO KATHRYN LINDSAY
At the end of March, Kathryn Lindsay finished her time with Mission Africa.
We are thankful for the 2 years Kathryn spent in Kenya as our Short Term Coordinator and for the relationships and connections which she made with team members, medical electives and volunteers as well as through the
churches, projects and ministries that we partner with in Kenya.
Join us in giving thanks for the impact that Kathryn’s ministry had during her time in Kenya and continue to pray for her as she seeks the Lord’s guidance for her next steps.
A MINISTRY MEDICAL ELECTIVE
Greetings in Christ to you! My name is Jonathan McClung and I am a final year medical student from the University of Dundee, although I am originally from Northern Ireland. I had the blessing of spending 6 weeks in Kenya during February and March of this year with Mission Africa, spending 3 weeks based in PCEA Kikuyu Hospital and three weeks in PCEA Chogoria Hospital. The specialty I focused on was General Medicine in both hospitals and I am so thankful for how much I learnt on placement that will aid me greatly in my career.
During my time in Kikuyu, I attended Gracepoint Church Waiyaki Way, which I found to be somewhere that was tangibly exciting due to their self-evident sacrificial heart for God’s mission. I was greatly encouraged by meeting with my fellow believers there, especially with the young adults’ group, with whom I was able to join in studying the book, ‘Dig Deeper.’
I also met with the young adults group of PCEA Thirime weekly which was a great opportunity for mutual encouragement by the sharing of testimonies from our weeks. I also had
the privilege to share the Word with the group one evening.
While staying in the Rehab guest house in Kikuyu, I got to know an orthopaedic surgeon from Somalia called Mohammed. He was a devout Muslim and he was very eager to talk to me about Christianity, having never met a Bible-believing Christian before. I had the privilege of multiple hours of conversation with him over my three weeks and was able to share the gospel with him. He gladly accepted a Bible in English and I hope that he was able to take this back to Somalia.
During my first week in Kikuyu I also chatted to a nursing student called Gilliot. I had the opportunity to share the gospel with him, stemming from a conversation about Christian ethics and sexuality. I sadly never got the opportunity to have further conversations following this interaction though. Being in Kikuyu was a wonderful opportunity to retreat into good Christian literature which also was a blessing.
My time in Chogoria was a contrast to Kikuyu, being blessed with the company of two fellow medical students from the University of Edinburgh: Leah Cassells and Elizabeth Townsend. I am thankful that our time in Kenya coincided and for the mutual
encouragement we could give one another. Chogoria’s General Medical ward was notably busier than in Kikuyu, and I believe this is due to its rural setting, where there are less hospitals available than near Kikuyu in my understanding. There is a significant presence of international doctors in Chogoria, mainly from the USA. I found this to be a really good opportunity to observe in practice what it would be like to live and work as an international medical missionary, and I have found it very thought provoking since then. I was inspired by their commitment to their patients, to maintaining consistent high quality teaching for junior doctors and to having up-todate and comprehensive medical knowledge. Having time to participate in the work of the chaplaincy was also wonderful, a great contrast to the UK. I was encouraged by their perseverance in spreading the gospel at the hospital, especially during my first week when a team from Samaritans Purse were present.
I am thankful to God for the time I had in Kenya, for all the mutual encouragement, kind hospitality and the opportunity to deepen my understanding of God’s word and his mission.
Catherine Pope
Come See Go Tell is the name of our Short Term discipleship programme of which all our Short Term teams, electives and individuals are a part of.
“The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! He is the one I was talking about when I said, ‘A man is coming after me who is far greater than I am, for he existed long before me.’”
John 1:29-31
One of the key messages that rings across every Come See Go Tell session is that of humility. John the Baptists’ eyes were focused on Christ, even when it would have been easy to claim
his works as his own. John knew it was not his own ability that could save people from their sins, but it was the sacrificial Lamb of God.
As I reflect upon my role as ‘Short Term Coordinator’ it can be tempting to look at the 80 volunteers we have this year and be ‘puffed up with pride’ - a phrase used by the apostle Paul in his letters to Timothy. The words of John are just as true for us in the office as for our Short Term volunteers. Looking at our work and what our hands can do is no good unless we are looking to serve Him who makes it all possible and Him who deserves all the glory –“the slain Lamb is worthy!” – Revelation 5:12.
One of the greatest joys of my role is meeting with and journeying alongside each volunteer through our discipleship programme. It is also a pleasure to get to plan with our partners across various ministries and local churches in Nigeria and Kenya ahead of the summer.
As we continue to lift our eyes to the Lord during Come See Go Tell 2025 please join us in praying for the teams and individuals listed below. Myself, the office team, and the volunteers can do nothing unless we are in the Lords strength so please continue to pray for us all!
PRAY FOR THOSE TRAVELLING...
MISSIONARY NEWS
This section gives a brief update and most recent prayer requests from those currently serving in Africa. If you would like to keep up to date with more regular prayer news, please sign up to our Prayer Monthly newsletter which will be emailed or posted to you at the beginning of each month. You can do this on www.missionafrica.org.uk/prayer or by filling in the back page of this magazine.
MORRISON FAMILY
David, Lucy and their two daughters live in N’Djamena, Chad, working in partnership with TEAM (The Evangelical Alliance Mission) who work with vulnerable women and assist with discipleship within the local church.
David, Lucy and their family have returned home to NI for a brief Home Assignment and for the birth of their 3rd baby, due April. Sophie has just recently started Primary 1 for the remainder of the school year. Pray for the Morrison family in all these changes and as they now adjust to a family of 5.
Remember the Acacia ministry in Chad
in their absence. Pray for Fiona and Laura as they run the centre while Lucy is away. Give thanks that David is still able to be part of the TEAM leadership team and is able to join calls online.
EKANEM FAMILY
Godwin, Gail and their family live in Uyo, Nigeria. Godwin serves as MA’s laison with the United Evangelical Church whilst Gail serves in children’s ministry and theological education through teaching and writing.
The Ekanems are currently in a busy season. Pray that the Easter period will give them rest and renewed strength. Gail is finishing up teaching for this semester at William Wheatley
Theological College (WWTC) whilst Godwin is travelling to Kogi State as well as attending outreach programmes over the Easter period. Pray for the plans and preparations for this outreach. He will also be preaching in a local church on Easter Sunday.
Remember Angel too as she is currently working towards her entrance exams for Secondary School. Pray for grace and strength for her to complete this necesary work.
IBIA FAMILY
Samantha, Godfrey and their two children live in Enugu, Nigeria and are serving through evangelism and discipleship in schools and colleges with FCS (Fellowship of Christian Students.)
The Ibia’s are thankful for the relationships that they have been able to build during this school term. Pray for the students who they have
been ministering to, they are lots of challenges and issues which the youth in Enugu are facing. Pray for God’s protective hand upon each of their lives.
The Ibia’s will be travellling to Jos for a programme just after the Easter break. Pray for all the necessary plans and preparation for this event and for safety in travel on the roads to Jos.
Musa, Pamela and Gracie live in Jos, Nigeria. Pamela works for Africa Christian Textbooks, Musa is a Church History Lecturer and together, they assist with pastoral and practical aspects on the field.
Remember the Gaiya Family as they continue with their busy work schedules. Pamela is now in the middle of inventory management work at Africa Christian Textbooks (ACTS). Pray for a good understanding of the software and for those who will be
GAIYA FAMILY
assisting and working alongside her.
Pray for Musa as he attends important church leadership meetings. Pray for wisdom and strength for all who will attend these meetings and that the discussions will be fruitful and God will be glorified.
Gracie is currently in Year 9 at Hillcrest International School. Pray for her as she deals with a heavy workload. Pray that she will be able to find times of rest and fun in the midst of school work.
Ana previously lived in Burkina Faso for a number of years before moving to the Ivory Coast where she works at a Bible College and is assisting with training and equipping students.
Continue to remember Ana as she serves at the Bible College in Ivory Coast. Ana has been made a member of the organising committee for the
student’s graduation ceremony. Last year’s graduation wasn’t able to take place, so there will be double the celebrations this year which means a large number of people will be attending. Pray for Ana and the team as they plan and prepare for this event.
Pray also for her visa. Ana is currently waiting on her long-term visa to be approved. This has been a long process but things are slowly moving in the right direction. Pray for a quick process with an approved visa as the outcome.
ANA VAN BRAKEL
‘How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!’
Romans 10:14-15
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Please pay to Ulster Bank, 11-16 Donegall Sq. East, Belfast, BT1 5HD for the account of Mission Africa (The Qua Iboe Fellowship), Sort code: 98-00-60, Account no: 58486010
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Every pound you Gift Aid to Mission Africa means we receive an extra 25 pence from HM Revenue & Customs. By signing this you agree that you are a UK taxpayer and understand that if you pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all your donations in that tax year it is your responsibility to pay any difference.
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