Missions Update.
Hey Church,
When Jesus commissioned his disciples he sent them locally, regionally and beyond. So we look to support missionaries abroad, support ministries regionally and look for opportunities to serve locally. May God lead us in every area He wants to use us.
Latrelle and Abby Standifer - CCR, Honduras
I want to start this missions update first off by welcoming back Latrelle and Abby Standifer from the mission field. They left a year ago to serve alongside Abby's parents in Honduras. Fulfilling a year’s commitment, the time has come and the Lord has brought them back to NC with their young daughter, Ruth. I want to invite you to be praying for them as they begin this new chapter of life. Transitioning back to living in America, no matter how long you've been away, is always a challenge. Latrelle will begin working for a company out of Greensboro, and Abby will work remotely for Carolina University. Praise God for his provision of employment! Pray for God's provision for a home for them to settle in and grow as a family and direction for the ministry God has for them here in NC.
Kefas and Tina Momoh - Lagos, Nigeria
This week, I spoke to Pastor Kefas of Calvary Chapel Lagos. He praised God for the work he has been accomplishing through the ministry while he and his family face some challenging situations. Kefas' mother passed away a few months ago. He was unable to return to his home state immediately, so the family postponed her burial till he could come. Before leaving to bury his mother, he received notice that the city had condemned the building he and his family have lived in for over a decade. The owners were not willing to make the repairs to the building, so the city has given the occupants 30 days to vacate the property. Kefas is now in a situation of finding and securing a new place of residence for his family quickly, as well as securing the funds to do so, which are about $5500 (paid annually upfront). Between our support we send each semester (which is set aside from your tithes and offerings) and another supporting church here in the states, and a few gifts so far, we will be sending Kefas and Tina $2,382. This is under half of what they need.
Please join with us as we pray for Kefas and Tina in this time. We know God will provide and carry them through the difficulties of this situation.
When I spoke with Kefas, even with this weight heavy on his heart, he was still praising God for the opportunities they've had to preach the gospel in a new prison church/ministry, the establishment of a new fellowship on Lagos Island, the ongoing youth ministry in local schools, and a Bible training center for pastors and leaders that moved closer to Lagos giving more opportunities to train other pastors for the ministry. So we praise God with them!
What We're Doing
Last but not least! We are heading out to serve at the Rock Ministries in Kensington, PA. on August 20-23. The Rock is a ministry out of Calvary Chapel of Kensington that ministers to one of the poorest neighborhoods in the nation, with high rates of homelessness, fatherless homes, drug addiction, and hopelessness. The area around the church comprises one of the most active drug areas in the country. All this means they are surrounded with nearly endless ministry opportunities! We will have opportunities to do street outreach and evangelism, host children's activities in the neighborhood and with the Rock's youth ministry, practical things like helping with facility maintenance, and more. The cost is $100 per person for meals while at the ministry (plus spending money). We currently have 2 spots available.
If you're interested in attending, go HERE and fill out the form.
Opportunities
This week I learned of a need within our community. Samaritan's Ministry is an interdenominational Christian ministry where members of the community strive to be examples of the Christian gospel and to share their beliefs with all who come through the door. They do so by providing food and shelter for those in need every day.
They made their need for lunch and dinner service volunteers known the other day through the local news outlet. They are in need of help serving lunch (Mon-Sat; 9am-1:30pm) and dinner (Mon-Sat; 5:00pm-7:30pm). I believe this would be a great opportunity to get out in the community, to help meet needs and share the gospel. If you are interested in organizing a volunteer group, I'd love to talk with you!
The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few, therefore pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest. (Matt. 9:37-38) And may the compassion the Lord for the lost and hurting fill our hearts!
Pray always,
Pastor Kyle
When Jesus commissioned his disciples he sent them locally, regionally and beyond. So we look to support missionaries abroad, support ministries regionally and look for opportunities to serve locally. May God lead us in every area He wants to use us.
Latrelle and Abby Standifer - CCR, Honduras
I want to start this missions update first off by welcoming back Latrelle and Abby Standifer from the mission field. They left a year ago to serve alongside Abby's parents in Honduras. Fulfilling a year’s commitment, the time has come and the Lord has brought them back to NC with their young daughter, Ruth. I want to invite you to be praying for them as they begin this new chapter of life. Transitioning back to living in America, no matter how long you've been away, is always a challenge. Latrelle will begin working for a company out of Greensboro, and Abby will work remotely for Carolina University. Praise God for his provision of employment! Pray for God's provision for a home for them to settle in and grow as a family and direction for the ministry God has for them here in NC.
Kefas and Tina Momoh - Lagos, Nigeria
This week, I spoke to Pastor Kefas of Calvary Chapel Lagos. He praised God for the work he has been accomplishing through the ministry while he and his family face some challenging situations. Kefas' mother passed away a few months ago. He was unable to return to his home state immediately, so the family postponed her burial till he could come. Before leaving to bury his mother, he received notice that the city had condemned the building he and his family have lived in for over a decade. The owners were not willing to make the repairs to the building, so the city has given the occupants 30 days to vacate the property. Kefas is now in a situation of finding and securing a new place of residence for his family quickly, as well as securing the funds to do so, which are about $5500 (paid annually upfront). Between our support we send each semester (which is set aside from your tithes and offerings) and another supporting church here in the states, and a few gifts so far, we will be sending Kefas and Tina $2,382. This is under half of what they need.
Please join with us as we pray for Kefas and Tina in this time. We know God will provide and carry them through the difficulties of this situation.
When I spoke with Kefas, even with this weight heavy on his heart, he was still praising God for the opportunities they've had to preach the gospel in a new prison church/ministry, the establishment of a new fellowship on Lagos Island, the ongoing youth ministry in local schools, and a Bible training center for pastors and leaders that moved closer to Lagos giving more opportunities to train other pastors for the ministry. So we praise God with them!
What We're Doing
Last but not least! We are heading out to serve at the Rock Ministries in Kensington, PA. on August 20-23. The Rock is a ministry out of Calvary Chapel of Kensington that ministers to one of the poorest neighborhoods in the nation, with high rates of homelessness, fatherless homes, drug addiction, and hopelessness. The area around the church comprises one of the most active drug areas in the country. All this means they are surrounded with nearly endless ministry opportunities! We will have opportunities to do street outreach and evangelism, host children's activities in the neighborhood and with the Rock's youth ministry, practical things like helping with facility maintenance, and more. The cost is $100 per person for meals while at the ministry (plus spending money). We currently have 2 spots available.
If you're interested in attending, go HERE and fill out the form.
Opportunities
This week I learned of a need within our community. Samaritan's Ministry is an interdenominational Christian ministry where members of the community strive to be examples of the Christian gospel and to share their beliefs with all who come through the door. They do so by providing food and shelter for those in need every day.
They made their need for lunch and dinner service volunteers known the other day through the local news outlet. They are in need of help serving lunch (Mon-Sat; 9am-1:30pm) and dinner (Mon-Sat; 5:00pm-7:30pm). I believe this would be a great opportunity to get out in the community, to help meet needs and share the gospel. If you are interested in organizing a volunteer group, I'd love to talk with you!
The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few, therefore pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest. (Matt. 9:37-38) And may the compassion the Lord for the lost and hurting fill our hearts!
Pray always,
Pastor Kyle
Latrelle and Abby Standifer.
Kefas and Tina Momoh of Calvary Chapel Lagos.
Kefas' mother.
The Momoh's current residence where they occupy the third floor.