FINISH CHALLENGE: ISRAEL, formerly known as Israel Initiative, is in full swing and ministry in the Homeland is producing much fruit! The needs in Israel are still great; however, our Church of God team is making significant strides. Holly and … Continue reading
Long-time Career Missionary Sam Stallings (ELIC since 1996) had a mild heart attack. Flown to Rapid City, and returned to Bowman, South Dakota, he is recovering and processing his new normal with coronary artery disease. At the time of his … Continue reading
Rodney and Carol Friend, veteran career missionaries recently appointed to Zambia, are continuing to raise funds, working on obtaining Zambian work visas, getting vaccinations, arranging a shipment to Zambia, considering the purchase of a vehicle there, and waiting on housing … Continue reading
As missionary/church planters on four different continents for more than two decades, we consider certain aspects to be important when establishing a new work in a foreign field. Reflecting on the experience of the early church in Acts 11:19-30, we … Continue reading
The miracle of Pentecost Sunday was not only felt across the United States, but it was also experienced globally. The Church of God was established in this area in 1977 and it is known as “Land of the Pure.” Muslims … Continue reading
“God is the Father who is always home.” – Unknown Fathers worry, protect, promote, and get it done! As men, they hunt for the best job, the best house, and the best activities for the family within the budget they … Continue reading
The Bible is filled with stories about wonderful and talented women whom God used to bless and increase His divine ministerial purposes. These women were willing to serve, to bless, and to sacrifice of themselves, their resources, and abilities for … Continue reading
A mere three years ago, world headlines were dominated by the military conflict in Eastern Ukraine—first, the annexation of the Crimean Peninsula by Russia, and the takeover of major areas of the Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts in the east (known … Continue reading
April 16, 2016, Ecuador suffered a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake that claimed 672 lives, caused 6,300 injuries, and displaced over 30,000 people. In just a few seconds, buildings were leveled and roads completely destroyed in the widespread devastation. As one … Continue reading
Shamia Maitha* was hearing voices telling her to kill herself. As a single mother without a job, she faced the daunting task of providing for her child in Likoni, a slum area just across the water by ferry from the … Continue reading
