As our mini-bus travelled through a winding road in Northwestern Rwanda towards the Congo, we were suddenly jolted by the brakes in a harrowing near-miss of a head-on collision. This tremor jogged the memory of our de-facto guide-for-the-day of his own miraculous near-miss, 28 years prior. It was on this road, that John Baptist (JB) Mugarura, now YFC’s Rwanda Executive … [Read more...] about Rebuilding Rwanda: Christian education making an impact
Mission
Engaging in the mission of the church, to share the good news of Jesus to our neighbours and to the world. Encouraging those who are being persecuted for their faith, and coming alongside those ministering in the name of Jesus.
Dr. Helen Roseveare: The fellowship of His sufferings
Dr. Helen Roseveare was a missionary’s missionary, showing remarkable faithfulness in the midst of sufferings during horrific times. She was a sterling example to many young missionaries. Over a seven-month period in 1964, two hundred missionaries, serving in the Congo, were tragically killed. Thousands of local Congolese pastors and congregants were tortured to death. Dr. … [Read more...] about Dr. Helen Roseveare: The fellowship of His sufferings
In view of God: Edith Cavell
Are you inspired by the lives of great men and women of faith? They often appear so far above us in greatness and deed. Edith Cavell was an ordinary country girl who grew to be known as a pioneer, patriot, spy and heroine. Her life began with such simple ideals: a love for God and a desire to serve others. Edith Louisa Cavell was born in 1865 in Norfolk, England, the … [Read more...] about In view of God: Edith Cavell
War in Ukraine hurts ministries in the Middle East and Africa
The devastating war in Ukraine has hurt Christian ministries in that nation, but also Christian ministries in Africa and the Middle East. The war has also caused food shortages and huge price increases for food and other necessities in many nations. “Indeed, the war has affected our country,” reports Isam Ghattas, leader of Jordan-based Manara Outreach Ministries, a partner … [Read more...] about War in Ukraine hurts ministries in the Middle East and Africa
India Christian Ministries reaching cities and tribes successfully
For more than 55 years, indigenous missionaries with India Christian Ministries have been reaching out successfully to both the cities and the isolated tribes of India with the Gospel. Today, ICM has more than 290 missionaries scattered throughout the nine districts of the Tamil-speaking area of southern India. ICM’s work has spread to northern India as well, and now … [Read more...] about India Christian Ministries reaching cities and tribes successfully