From Beggar to Borrower

Picture of micro-banker and borrower
19Jun

From Beggar to Borrower

He was speaking of Yousef, a beggar who was once a routine sight at the dusty intersection of his local marketplace. There he and other destitute men and women begged to survive. It’s a typical scene throughout North Africa.

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Picture of Syrian children
26Apr

Bombarded with Love

Last year the Syrian Army bombarded the district of Al Ghouta to dislodge militants imbedded amongst the people. When chemical warfare was used, killing many innocent people, there was worldwide protest.

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Picture of restaurant in Laos
22Mar

A Capital Idea

Laos is a socialist state where the government regulates many aspects of society and the lives of its citizens. While a hardened outlook seems to be a normal part of life in Laos (evidenced by the faces of many of the local residents) there is still an intense hope and faith in the lives of those who follow Jesus.

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Picture of Leprosy Ministry team in D.R. Congo
20Mar

“I Feel Loved”

I have such a wonderful praise report to share with you from the Leprosy Ministry’s team in Goma, D.R. Congo, who are faithfully ministering to the leprosy patients living in the Mugunga 3 IDP Camp. This dedicated team of individuals pour out their lives sacrificially for the "least of these."

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Picture of Carmen Parise with boys with disabilities in Kenya
19Mar

Humphrey for President

Biases and prejudices are often formed due to lack of knowledge, education, and exposure. We often base our expectations on appearances and environmental factors placing limitations and restrictions on individuals that often are unwarranted and ill conceived. I am no stranger to this behavior and recently had an opportunity to take a step back and have a closer look.

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Picture of Syrian refugee
06Feb

The Name She Never Heard

I want you to know that you are helping the Refugee Ministry to bring the gospel to people who have never heard the name of Jesus—and it fills my heart with joy!! I pray the following story warms your heart and fills YOU with joy (names are changed for protection).

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Picture of leprosy-inflicted patient
31Jan

A Picture Worth 1,001 Words

"Tell us again why you want to take our picture," insisted sister Wang, in disbelief. Pastor Paul Fang patiently repeated his request: “We want to give a large-sized framed portrait to you." "Normally we don’t get to see our pictures,” came her hesitant reply. “Most of the time we don’t want to see them anyway.”

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