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National Egyptian Pastors’ Conference “For such a time as this”

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As 58 pastors gathered for IM’s Annual National Egyptian Pastors’ Conference this month, there was a very special spirit of unity, love and grace.  The theme of the conference was “for such a time as this.”  

Pastor Paul Williamson of Colorado, Pastor Loyal May of Colorado, Pastor John Davidson of Michigan, IM CEO John Cook and IM Middle East Coordinator Reda Khalil ministered to the men with in-depth scriptural messages and in prayer.  The Egyptian pastors expressed their deep gratefulness for the conference and the investment into their lives. 

Thank you to our Indigenous Ministries’ family for being faithful in praying for this conference and giving financial gifts so that this critical ministry to these pastors continues on; this is the 11th year for this conference.  These pastors minister each night of the week preaching in church services, and live under constant pressure from the communities they minister in.  Often their families’ lives are threatened and their children marginalized in school.  This nation and the Middle East region needs these men to stand strong in their personal lives so they may proclaim the truth of the Word of God.  We can make a marked difference in their lives by continuing to pray for them as they minister on the front lines of this great nation.  God is using them for His glory and purposes.  

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.”  Hebrews 12:1 

Bible Camp for Egypt Kids Brings Joy

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Last month, the children in our Egypt Sponsorship Program met for a Bible Camp which included a visit from The Big Mouse himself!  

The Theme was “Walk the Talk, Youth!”  Leaders creatively shared several ways the children can live a powerful, healthy and authentic Christ-centered life. 

The 76 children were brought in by bus from different villages; some taking as long as an hour to travel to the event.  You can bet that every boy and girl was excited for this very special time.  Eight IM Egypt Team members were there with them first welcoming them and then the children began singing praise and worship songs.  You should hear them sing!  A special guest speaker, Dr. Amal Nadi, spoke to the kids about boundaries in their lives and how to use these in living a healthy emotional life.  Pastor Medgi and Pastor Emad led the Bible lessons. 

There was a very special guest team of six young people dressed in costumes, the Smile Team, (we work together with a Smile Team in northern Iraq) entertained the children with songs, skits and games.  

The children ate well, played a lot, and swam in a big pool, which made it a very special time!  Each child received small personal gifts to take home. 

The leadership team had this to say, “The time was wonderful and we were touched by the presence of the Lord in spiritual time, fellowship and entertainment.”  

Thank you to each one in the team in Egypt for all the efforts for the children, and for their faithful, continual loving ministry to these children.  Special thanks to our child sponsors who enable us to continue this minister to these precious kids. 

John and Dee and our US team will be there in September to hand out the backpacks and school supplies so many here raised funds for so they will be ready when school begins, the end of September.  Together, the Lord is using us to raise up a group of Egyptian children who know the Lord and are growing in His truth.  

Rapid Response Fund’s Effectiveness

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For the past two months IM teams in Colorado, Iraq and Egypt have been able to respond to needs due in part to our donors’ generous response to this campaign. 

Thank you very, very much, to those who have given to this fund; $28,362 has come in to date, giving the ministry the ability to engage with practical and spiritual help.  We’re praying for 45 people to give $1000,  65 to give $250, and 105 to give $100 for a great finish to this fundraiser!  Your gift to this worthy fund will be multiplied many times over for eternity. Donate online at IndigenousMinistries.org.  Thank you and may the Lord bless.

Annual Backpack & School Supplies Campaign

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We are in the middle of our very special annual fundraiser that provides backpacks, school supplies, uniform and socks and shoes for all the children in our sponsorship programs in Iraq, Egypt and the Philippines. 

The total cost for each child (backpack fully supplied, school uniform, shoes and socks) is $83. Whether or not you sponsor a child, please consider a generous gift for this very worthy cause.  

Any amount sent in for this project will be cheerfully used for these children! We’d like to get all the funds in before July 20. Questions? Contact Star 719-302-3028. VBS season is right around the corner…each year a number of churches engage; we’d love to include your church!

Fall 2019 & Winter 2020 – Ministry Trips Sign Up

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Iraq/Egypt Vision Trip & sponsors meet their kids, Sept 2019.  A wonderful opportunity to engage with our Child Sponsorship ministry teams & meet your child!

Egypt National Pastors’ Conference & Prayer Walk, Sept 2019.  Pastors, register now for this rich opportunity to share with frontline national pastors in Egypt. Engage and pray with these men on the Mediterranean.

Grace Bible College Winter Teaching Module and Graduation, Women’s Conference, Vision Trip & sponsors meet their students. February 2020.  Pastors & Bible teachers, don’t wait to get your name in…this is a very popular trip. You’ll meet the students & faculty & experience a dynamic week of pouring into their lives.  Sponsor, meet your student! Ladies, join Dee at an exciting women’s conference. 

Most trips are 12-14 days and cost $3850, 18+ years older please. 

Call the office for dates and details. 

One Sponsor Letter + Refugee Kid = Beeeg Smile!

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Thank you for the letters! Keep ‘em coming! These pics are from April 15 as our team handed out letters to the kids from their sponsor in a refugee camp in Erbil.  Three smiles and one who was shy…that’s okay too! Please email a letter today (bonus: it’s free) to your child via Star to: sponsorships@indigenousministries.org. 

Update on the children now enrolled in Iraq:

Total # of refugee kids in the program:   486

# of  children sponsored:           275

 # of kids available for sponsorship:       211

Sponsor a child today online for $39/month

ANNUAL BACKPACK/SCHOOL UNIFORM CAMPAIGN BEGINS!

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On March 1st we begin raising funds so refugee children can receive a new backpack, school supplies and school uniform with shoes and socks.   For $65 (or any part of this you want to give) you can ensure a refugee child in Iraq and children in our program in Egypt attend school this fall. Go online and click Donate, and select “Backpacks/Uniforms for Refugee Children.” This makes a great AWANA, Sunday School or Vacation Bible School project. Thank you! Call Star, in the office, with any questions. 

Christmas in Egypt

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For our church plants in Egypt, this Christmas was a time to reach out with the love of Christ through food boxes. Dozens of families, including those in our child sponsorship program, received food and blankets and new clothing because of extra gifts many of you gave this Christmas. In addition, the kids enjoyed a Christmas party. 

  • Mina shows his new blanket
  • All the kids received new clothes
  • Meral enjoying her new coat
  • A widow receiving a food box

    Prayer requests:  for our team of two pastors and six women who work each week with the kids in our Child Sponsorship Program, pray for spiritual fruit in the children’s lives, pray for the families ability to move ahead economically.  Pray for the pastors and their personal times in the Word, for their marriages, for their children.  Pray for protection for the Church in Egypt. 

    Church Building for Egyptian Church Plant

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    Please be in prayer for one of our church plants in Egypt which has received permission from the Department of Security and the Federal Government to build a church building on land that has been purchased through gifts to Indigenous Ministries. The next steps will be to raise funding for the building.  Would you begin praying with us for this process as they identify the amount that will be?  Thank you.

    Ready to Engage in Sponsoring a Child?

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    We have children available in Egypt and refugee kids in Iraq and we’d love to have you engage in this wonderful opportunity.  For $39/month you can truly impact a life.  Call our office or visit our website to engage today. Questions? Give us a call at 719-302-3028.  Thank you!