October Partner Update

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We believe that prayer has the power to bring about change, and as we continue the work of George Müller, we are continually reminded that 'God is faithful still and hears prayers still.' Thank you so much for your continued prayer support for us and our partners. By praying through the Partner Update, you are actively supporting the work of those sharing the Gospel and caring for the vulnerable around the world.

‘Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.’

John 14:27

1st - 3rd October: Müllers Bristol, UK

  • Müllers seeks to honour God, following in the footsteps of George Müller, by strengthening the Church to meet the needs of the vulnerable. We do this by freeing children from poverty, focusing people on Jesus, and fuelling leaders for mission and evangelism.

  • Last month, we welcomed our new cohort for the Scripture, Theology and Culture Course. Although we’re temporarily holding the course at an alternative venue due to flooding at our offices, the new group have settled in really well and are excited for the year ahead! At the end of September, we hosted The Mix Autumn Event, where it was amazing to see more than 300 young people come together to worship, connect and hear from Dot Tyler, National Director of 24-7 Prayer GB.

    • Our Scripture, Theology and Culture Course students, as they continue to settle into the course and grow in their learning and faith throughout the year.

    • The ongoing work to repair our museum and offices following the flood. Please pray for the finances needed to complete the repairs, and for favour and good communication with insurance companies throughout the process.

4th - 5th October: Charlotte Bowden, UK

  • Charlotte works with The Bible department of Youth With A Mission/University of the Nations in Nuneaton, UK. She leads the Online Greek and Hebrew Schools, teaches the Bible and offers spiritual direction.

  • Through Charlotte’s ministry she has seen many people be transformed through the revelation of the love of God. She is nearly done with creating and developing a new three month school for the University of the Nations based on the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises.

    • Charlotte as she registers the new course and for trainees to take the school to deepen their life of love and discernment with Jesus.

    • The ‘Light on the Bible’ team who offer Bible teaching days to churches. In October they start a series of 12 seminars held on a Saturday, set over a two-year period to go through the whole Bible.

6th - 8th October: Gilbert Rwanyange, Rwanda

  • Gilbert is an evangelist with Open Air Campaigners Rwanda. His work involves training university students and church youth in evangelism as well as leading volunteer students and young people in outreach to street children, widows and single mothers. This includes running a Bible Kids club to support the Church in teaching the word of God to children faithfully and effectively.

  • Gilbert and Aimee have had a busy summer running conferences to support parents as well as hosting training for children’s workers. Their hope is that they can increase the frequency of the training they offer making the conference annual and the training for children’s workers termly. This summer they also ran a camp for 25 young people who were able to enjoy camping, craft activities and other creative ways for them to encounter the gospel. Gilbert and his team have also recently had the opportunity to share the gospel with 56 students, some of whom gave their lives to Jesus.

    • More opportunities to reach students with the gospel in this new academic year.

    • Refreshment for Gilbert and his wife Aimee as they sleep train their young baby, Vannah.

    • More financial partners for the Love in Colours Project, particularly for the provision of school uniforms for the children.

9th - 11th October: Bunna Yin, Cambodia

  • Bunna Yin works to link together churches in Cambodia to a network for mission, so that people can be transformed through Christ. He leads House of Smile which works to meet the basic needs of the rural poor and provides the children with a good quality Christian education.

  • This year through God’s provision, Bunna Yin and his team were able to purchase the land for the new House of Smile school. They have been greatly encouraged by the prayers, generosity, encouragement and partnership of churches, friends and ministry partners. The building of the Discipleship Training Centre in Phnom Penh is also progressing well. This new centre will equip young people and future leaders to serve Christ and their communities.

    • The $20,000 needed to complete the Discipleship Training Centre building. Please pray that God will provide what is needed and that this centre will become a place where lives are transformed, leaders are raised up, and the gospel reaches throughout Cambodia.

12th - 14th October: Ebenezer Children’s Centre, Uganda

  • Ebenezer Children’s Centre cares for orphaned and vulnerable children, offering them a home. With the support of local and international partners, Ebenezer provides food, shelter, education, medical care, and holistic support in areas like social, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.

  • A young girl called Melai, who has been suffering from a serious heart and oxygen-related condition, has recently improved and has been able to spend extended periods without oxygen, which is a real answer to prayer.

    • God to restore Melai, her appetite and weight, and guide the doctors regarding the appropriate timing and procedure for her heart condition.

    • God to continue to provide for the children’s physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs.

15th - 17th October: Bethesda Leprosy Hospital, India

  • Bethesda Hospital Trust provides essential care for leprosy and AIDS patients who typically cannot access treatment at regular hospitals. In addition to medical care, the hospital is dedicated to meeting the spiritual needs of patients, offering the gospel as a central part of its mission.

  • Bethesda’s ministry continues to bless many leprosy and HIV patients and children through medical care and a school for 50 children affected by HIV and leprosy. Prayers have been answered that a new doctor joined Bethesda in August. Her addition has meant medical coverage has been strengthened and patient care has continued well.

    • The children as they grow up and look to vocational training, adult life and responsibilities.

    • The hospital’s continuity of care, safety, quality and diagnostic capacity. That growing numbers of patients would also benefit from great quality medical care.

    • Financial provision for maintenance, outstanding medical bills, staff salaries and gratuities.

25th - 27th October: Jamthang Touthang, India

  • Jamthang works to help widows, vulnerable children and the elderly who are in need. He does this through sharing the gospel and fellowship groups as well as meeting people’s physical needs which involves visiting the houses of the most vulnerable.

  • Jamthang’s ministry among children, youth, widows, and the elderly continues to bear fruit through regular fellowship, biblical teaching, counselling, and compassionate care. All these initiatives continue to share the love of Christ with those who need Him the most. Jamthang’s health has also been improving, and he was able to celebrate his birthday with his wife and daughters in Delhi, delighting in God’s faithfulness and provision in this season.

    • Provision for Jamthang’s ministry and the widows and children who need support and material help.

    • Indian churches in a time of unrest.

    • Jamthang and his wife who are still undergoing medical treatment, please join us in praying for their full recovery.

18th - 21st October: For-Ethiopia, Ethiopia

  • For-Ethiopia works to deliver equality in access to secondary education for girls from remote rural areas, primary school children living in hardship and those with disabilities in Ejere.

  • The team at For-Ethiopia are thankful for the two weeks of summer schools and gatherings that went very well. The students who attended were able to enjoy activities run by staff and volunteers. Finally, they have recently appointed a new local staff member to manage implementation of projects which has been a real answer to prayer!

    • The five girls who didn’t receive the exam results they were hoping for and who are very disappointed.

    • Gods blessings over the new academic year for the scholarship girls, hardship supported and SEND programme supported students and their teachers.

    • Additional trustees particularly with a health background to support a new programme for school based basic health.

    • For-Ethiopia’s co-founder, Tigist, who is dealing with health issues, that she might be healed and continue to experience God’s comfort and help.

28th - 31st October: Simon and Ruth Potinu, Papua New Guinea

  • Simon and Ruth live and work in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Their main goal is to help empower lives with a special focus on reaching the most vulnerable, particularly widows and their children, orphans, and the elderly. They do this by providing skills training for the widows, walking alongside people by creating an encouraging community and preaching in partnership with local churches and organisations.

  • Last month Simon and Ruth had a team of six people from a church in Australia visit and help them practically with their ministry and projects. They were able to offer first aid training for 23 students which means Simon and Ruth now have 23 trained first aid helpers who can help the four clans in the local tribe with their basic medical needs. They also helped train eight students with basic computer skills in the newly built computer training room as well as set up solar power for the library, computer room, and then the village missionary home. In September Simon’s brother sadly passed away in Solomon Island. He left behind six Children and three grandchildren. Please be praying for his children and extended family as they grieve his loss.

    • The Anga Primary School, especially the teachers to teach the students basic computer skills by using wisely the two donated desktops.

    • Ruth whilst she is away in the United States for two months, attending her dad’s 70th birthday and visiting churches to give updates on their work and ministry in Papua New Guinea. Please also be praying for Simon as he plays the role of both parents whilst Ruth is away.

    • The continuous Kings Kids and widows’ program in Port Moresby. Through partnering with Operation Mobilisation two of the widows are benefiting from OM’s Lidia project, which helps widows starting their own small projects to support them and their children.

22nd - 24th October: House of Grace, Thailand

  • House of Grace cares for orphans who have lost their parents to AIDS and supports children affected by HIV. They provide accommodation, material and spiritual support and training support to help these vulnerable children and young people to access sustainable livelihoods and a better quality of life.

  • Recently, Covid has been running rampant and has been affecting many of the children and staff at House of Grace. Alongside this, Pastor Kittisak has been suffering from a serious intestinal infection which requires a month-long treatment.

    • The children who need God’s wisdom and help as they grow.

    • Recovery for those affected by Covid.

    • A full bill of health for Pastor Kittisak as he recovers from his infection.