Dear Pastors, Leaders and Supporters,

Greetings to all of you!

I thank God that He has taken care of us. I want to thank all of you for always praying for us and that you are always ready to fulfill our every need in every way.

Jesus Freak!

Like I often do, I am going to share the testimony of a believer of my church. Five years ago, my father and I went to a village. While sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ as we went from house to house, we met a woman named S*. She was very excited to learn about Jesus Christ. We invited her to come to our church. Gradually she started coming to church and started understanding more about our Lord Jesus Christ. She believed in Jesus and was baptized. Her husband also started believing in Jesus. He asked us to establish a church in his house also. We used to go to his house every month to have church. Because of that, the people around him started hating him.

When they completely abandoned idol worship, their neighbors started making various plans to drive them out of the village. Even then they did not abandon the Lord Jesus Christ and kept coming to church. A few months ago, when the pastors from SGWM came, I took them to their village to meet them.

Last month S*’s father-in-law insisted that they worship idols because the villagers were taunting him. The villagers were making fun of her mother-in-law and father-in-law because their son and daughter-in-law have converted to another religion. Even then, S* and her family did not worship idols. Her mother-in-law and father-in-law then beat up their son and daughter-in-law a lot. The villagers also beat them. Because of this, everyone in the entire village heard about what was going on. After that, the shopkeeper who was near their house also refused to sell them anything. That made S* and her husband very sad. They have three small children, and they had to go to another village to buy goods. Because of all of this, they have now left their village, society and relatives and have moved to a big city so that no one can stop them from believing in the name of Jesus Christ and their children can be brought up well. This is the eighth family of my church who have moved away- leaving their relatives, village, society, land, property etc. because of their faith in Jesus Christ.

Sunday Ministry

I have always been thankful to God that He has given me such a strong church. Despite facing many kinds of mental and physical torture, people do not stop coming to church on Sunday. Every Sunday 40 to 70 people come to church.

People from our village have always been against Jesus Christ. They have ostracized us from society because of the name of Jesus Christ. They stop people who are on the way to our Sunday fellowship. They brainwash them and threaten them in many ways so that they do not come to our fellowship. I thank God that the Holy Spirit gives the people of our church who are not educated the words to say. They answer those who try to stop them from coming to church and they shut their mouths. Only some new people get misled by them and stop coming to church. I am happy with my established believers. Despite facing many kinds of torture, they do not stop coming to church.

By God’s grace, I am starting to teach my church through the New Testament verse-by-verse. I have just reached the 6th chapter of 2nd Corinthians. 95% of the people in my church do not know how to read and write, yet they listen to God’s Word carefully, understand it and also share it with others.

Sunday School Ministry

Every week, Sunday School is also held in our church. It is led by my niece, who has lived with us since childhood. During our Sunday service, as soon as the worship ends, my wife and niece take all of the children to a separate room where they teach them action songs about Jesus Christ or help them memorize verses. Each Sunday, 15 to 20 children come to Sunday School. I thank God that the children also learn well. Sometimes they recite the verses they have memorized in front of everyone at church. Sometimes they also sing their action songs in front of church.

House Church Ministry

Whenever we read the book of Acts in the Bible, we find out how important house churches are for today’s time. By God’s grace, house churches are currently operating in four villages. Wherever we want, we spend time with people, do counseling, spend time in worship and prayer and study the Word together. By God’s grace, people understand God’s Word. Even though they do not know how to read, they are still able to understand God’s Word well by listening to it.

Earlier, house churches were operating in about 10 to 12 villages. But when we would go to the villages, the house where the church was running started getting persecuted- some through their family, some through their neighbors and some through other people in the village. Because of this, we told them to come to our home for Sunday fellowship and Friday Bible study. So, now fellowships are running only in four villages.

Children’s Ministry

All of you who know me know that I love children so much. I have a special passion for children in my heart. In the future, I have a goal of opening an orphanage which God will fulfill in His time.

Whenever I go to villages and wherever we have fellowship, I see children. I feel very sorry for their condition. Children do not have education, good clothes, or nutritious food. After seeing them, I always pray to God to open a door for them. Whenever I go, I take biscuits and chocolates for them. When I give them to the children, they become very happy. I also sometimes tell them stories from the Bible.

Evangelism Ministry

We all know the Great Commission of our Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:18-20. That is why my father and I have, so far, taken the Good News to more than 500 villages. We have taken the Good News to villages where the name of Jesus Christ has reached their ears for the first time. Whenever we get a chance, we go out to share the Gospel. I thank God that the people of our church have become so strong in the Lord that they are also telling the name of Jesus Christ to their relatives around them and bringing them to our church as well.

Over the next two days, I am planning to spread the Gospel in three states. This will be a journey of 2000 kilometers (1243 miles) by riding my motorcycle. Lord willing, during this journey, the Good News will reach about 10 villages. We will show the Jesus Movie through a projector in about four villages. Also, we will go to 5 to 6 tribal villages and distribute New Testaments and pray for them. Please pray that God fulfills all my needs.

Praise Points

1. Praise God! The woman I asked for prayer for, who was shut up in her house by her family is fine now and is coming to church again. Her brothers went to rescue her.
2. Praise God! So far, all the medical reports for my wife are normal.
3. Praise God, He kept me and my parents safe even though there is opposition all around.

Prayer Points

1. Please pray for the family whose testimony I have written above- for S. and her children. May God keep them safe and keep them growing in faith.
2. Please pray. I was preparing for about a year to send two students named R. and P. to Bible College. Before they could reach Bible College, their families sent them out of the state to work.
3. Please pray for my wife. She is in the city and in the fifth month of pregnancy. She has to undergo dental treatment, for which I am going to the city again. May God keep my wife and my unborn child safe.
4. Please pray for my mother and father. May God keep them safe from all kinds of pain and illness.

Thank you all for participating in the news.

May God bless you all.

Pastor & Mrs. 11*

*Names and faces have been changed or omitted for security reasons.

Greetings! Jai Masih Ki! (Praise the Lord!)

I hope you all are well. I thank the Lord that He has taken care of you and us. Praise the Lord! A while ago I was sick. You all prayed for me continuously and now I am fine! Thank you for your continuous prayers. May the Lord bless you all.

Lately all the women of the village are coming to my church. Some of them are true believers and some live a life of compromise. Four or five young people also come to my church who are already believers. I am teaching through the Acts of the apostles in my church. Pray for the people who come to grow strongly in the holy Word of the Lord.

For a while we have also been doing Friday meetings. Some of the women of our village come and my family members come. We pray together. I have also been giving New Testaments to many people

While I was traveling to another village area, I met some people on the way. They were from far away and they have been working here for a long time. While I was on my way back they were walking down the road. They waved to me and asked me to give them a ride. I did not know them. They said “Brother, please give both of us a ride.” But there were four of them.

Then the Lord put it in my heart that this was a good opportunity. I first took two people on my bike, then I came to pick up the other two and dropped them off also. They started saying, “God bless you.”

I thanked God in my mind and told them the Gospel of the Lord. They got very excited and started asking me many things about Jesus Christ. The Lord helped me. I talked to them with the Word of the Lord and told them everything about Jesus Christ. Then they started telling about themselves. They were very upset with their lives because they were going through many difficulties. They told me about their circumstances. I prayed with them and told them to believe in the Lord. He will make everything right. They were very excited. They gave me their phone number. Now, I am in contact with them about every other day. Please pray for them. May the Lord change their hearts so that they can know the truth.

A while ago, I got engaged. The my fiancee’s brothers had come back to their home village. They asked me to come meet them so I went to their village to meet them. They already knew that I am a Christian and know Jesus Christ. When I met them, we talked. I had met them twice before, but we were only together for a very short time. That day, a few other guests had also come to their house. I asked the two brothers to go somewhere with me. I thanked the Lord in my heart because I had asked them to go for a walk so that I could share the Gospel with them. We went and rested at a secluded place. We talked a lot among ourselves. Two other boys had also come with them. I told them all the Gospel of the Lord. I shared many things about Jesus with them. They got very excited. They began telling me that their village is full of Pundits. People worship idols a lot. They warned me to stay away from those people because they would oppose me.

I told them that Lord will change those people’s hearts and will transform their hearts too. I prayed for them. When we came back and sat with the guests who had come, one brother told them “He believes in Jesus Christ.” After that, the guests started asking me many questions and started talking about different things about Jesus Christ. Thank be to the Lord, He gave me courage so that I could answer them and tell them the Gospel. I am praying for them. May the Lord change the hearts of these three brothers and also the hearts of the guests who had come.

Recently, while I was traveling with two boys from my village to a larger village, I saw another boy from a different village whom I had shared with before. I was very happy to see him and he was also very excited to meet me. We did not talk much in the market. Then I took the two boys from my village and that boy towards a different village and we sat together. I asked the boy about how his life was going. He told about his life. He was facing many problems in his life. Then I asked him, “Did I tell you about the Lord before?”

He said “Yes, I remember. but I don’t have time for all these things.” Then I shared God’s Word with him again and encouraged him with the Gospel of the Lord and talked to him.

I said, “If you believe in Jesus Christ completely, then your life will change. Whatever problem is in your life, will be solved.” There were also boys of my village with me, who are believers. Then I prayed for all three and they became very excited. I am praying that the Lord speaks to their hearts so that they can know the Lord completely

Some guests stayed at my house. I took them to a nearby village area the next day. A new guest house has been built in that area, so I showed it to them. The Lord helped me share the Gospel with them. Many of them asked me about Jesus Christ. We had many conversations about Jesus Christ. I thank the Lord that He gave me the opportunity to preach the Gospel to them. I am praying for them so Lord changes their hearts so that they can know the truth.

Prayer Requests:

1. Pray for the believers of my village, both women and young men, to grow in the Word. Also pray for those who do not believe in Lord completely. May they also come to know the Lord completely.
2. Pray to Lord that He will increase the faith of all the people who are coming to our Friday meetings, so that they don’t go astray. Also pray for all of the people to whom I have given New Testaments. May they read the New Testament and may the Lord change their hearts.
3. Pray for the people I met who are from far away. I shared the Good News with them. May the Lord speak to their hearts so that they can be saved.
4. Pray for the people to whom I have shared the Gospel with, specifically the three brothers in village K* and the one brother in D* and also for the guests who came to my house. May Lord speak to them and may their hearts be changed so they can know the truth.
5. Pray for the village where I go visiting. I have told the Gospel of the Lord to many people there. May they also know the truth and may the Lord speak to their hearts.
6. Pray for me to grow more powerfully in my spiritual life, so that the Lord can use me more powerfully among the people of this area so that many people are saved.
7. Pray for my church building. May the Lord complete the work of this church building soon.
8. Pray for my marriage. May Lord prepare both of us for marriage. Also pray that God provides for all of the arrangements.

Praise the Lord!

Thank you,

Pastor 10*

* Names and faces have been changed omitted for security reasons.

Hey guys welcome back to what is another newsletter!!  This newsletter is gonna be an exciting one, that’s for sure!!!

CSOM 2025 is under way here at Calvary Chapel Saving Grace, where we have officially sent out the 7th year of CSOM students! It’s amazing to see what God is doing through the lives of those who I’m proud to call my church family here. My amazing friends Deprii, Ariana, and Serena are CSOM leaders this year. They were a part of my 2024 year. It’s amazing to see how the Lord has provided and continuously providing for this amazing opportunity to go and be a part of the staff.

Just as I was a year ago headed to Mexico, now some old and new friends are headed to Mexico to truly seek what the Lord has for them. I had no idea what the Lord had in store for me just a year ago. CSOM changed my life forever and helped me discover the path that the Lord has for me. Getting to be a part of the CSOM worship night again was such an amazing time to seek the Lord not only for what He has in store for me this next year but to get to encourage these new students in what the Lord has for them these next few weeks. My biggest encouragement to these students is to just take this time to seek what the Lord has for them. Not to worry about next steps but really just seek Him right where they are. A verse that has stuck out to me ever since my time at CSOM has been Romans 10:13-15.

“For “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, Who bring glad tidings of good things!””‬ ‭

This has been on my heart since CSOM and still speaks to me this day. On the CSOM send off Sunday we got to go through 1 Samuel 30:21-31 and it was such a sweet reminder that whether you are a goer or a sender your roles are just as important. Senders need goers to do the great commission and goers need senders to do the great commission. We are all commanded to be a part of the great Commission. I encourage you all to seek the Lord and pray and see where the Lord wants to use you for the Great Commission.

Speaking of CSOM and moving forward, I have some exciting news!! 

I have been praying about next steps and where the Lord is guiding me for my future as we are approaching the end of Year 1 of MTS. These last few months CBI (Calvary Bible Institute) has been on my heart. As I have been praying and seeking what the Lord has for me, the Lord has been putting the Middle East, specifically Israel, on my heart to go to and study at their CBI program for 3 months. As I started praying, the Lord has opened some doors and I was officially accepted into CBI Israel this June. As I got in many of you may know the war started shortly after I was accepted. As I continue to seek the Lord on wether or not to still go based on the all that is happening right now, I would like you to know that the Lord is still good no matter where I am. The Lord will make it clear as day to whether it’s His will or not for me to go. As I’m looking into many different CBI campuses, I have been praying with an open heart of whether He wants me in Israel or somewhere else. My prayer is to attend CBI Israel as long as it’s safe and that’s where the Lord wants me to be. 

Children’s Ministry- 

Since coming to CC Saving Grace I have been involved in many different ministries, including children’s ministry nursery! It’s such an amazing time to be able to show the love of Jesus to these kids. They are playful, funny, and so beyond smart. They are such a light into my life and a reminder of our Creator. He made each of these beautiful kids, as well as all of you, perfectly and wonderfully. They always remind me of the simplicity of who God is and how much He loves each of His children. I get the opportunity to be able to love on these amazing children and tell them about Jesus!!

More Recently 

We had our VBS (Vacation Bible School) this summer and it was an amazing time! The Lord was working in these little hearts and it was such a blessing to me. I got to help out with games as a fellow MTS student and lead them for the first time!! It was such a blessing to see the Lord work through each of us, to be able to show kids the love of God, pour into their lives, and teach them more of who God is. 

I got to attend an Arabic Bible study with a friend of mine. I was unsure of what to expect and it was honestly an eye opener. These wonderful people came from Egypt and are Coptic Christians. If you don’t know what a Coptic Christian is, here’s the definition for you:

“Coptic Christians are an ethnoreligious group native to Egypt, predominantly members of the Coptic Orthodox Church. They trace their origins to the earliest Christians in Egypt.” 

These people were so amazing and so hospitable. They treated us as though we already knew each other. Many have come to the states to escape persecution and/or for better jobs. As we got there and they started their study in Arabic, a beautiful young woman came to translate for us. She was so sweet and she translated beautifully. I got to experience a different culture’s Bible study. It was such a cool time to see the differences but also have the same core values of who God is and what He has done for us on the cross. 

As I take these next steps going forward and walking in what the Lord has called me to do, I am still paying off CSOM from last year. I have $2,700 left to pay off for CSOM last year. So if you feel led to partner with me, there will be a giving link down below, BUT most of all I would appreciate prayers as I step forward into this call.

Thank you all for taking the time to read this newsletter, I hope it has touched you in some way. 🙂

Prayer Requests: 

• To find a job 
• The Lord to provide financially 
• For Israel 
• Next steps!  

Praise Reports:

• CSOM 2025 is under way! 
• VBS was a hit 
• The Lord is so faithful 

Thank so very much for your love and support. I would also love to pray for you! Please respond to this email with how I can be praying for you! 

Hello Family & Friends!

I bring back greetings from the churches in Uganda to all of you! I can’t thank all of you enough for your support and prayers that helped send me to Uganda a few weeks ago. I never realize how fruitful one of my missionary trips is until I arrive and see how blessed our missionaries are to be visited and loved through our presence there.

After a few long flights, Isaac and I arrived near Kampala, the capital of Uganda, where we stayed a few days with the Kanyike family. Jill was one of the first missionaries sent out of our home church, Calvary Chapel Saving Grace. Her husband, Brian, a Ugandan national, pastors an amazing church called Arise Christian Fellowship there in Kampala. We got to hold a men’s conference, go to the slums, visit the marketplace where Brian started the church, and I even got to teach the Sunday service! But on top of seeing their amazing ministry, the best part was just spending time with their family.

From Kampala, we traveled north to Gulu with the Harris family. Their ministry is special as well. We met many new friends along the way there, and the Harrises showed us the amazing operation of Terebinth ministries, a training school for pastors. There isn’t much good biblical training in Uganda, so Terebinth is a blessing, and a huge operation that includes incredible sustainable farming! Matt and his wife designed the Bible School campus and had a hand in building it themselves. They gave us a tour and it is awesome! We also visited friends of theirs and had some truly amazing experiences with local music, food, and fellowship.

Finally, Vincent and Melissa Aniku picked us up from Gulu. Before we headed north to see their home and ministry in the village of Midigo, close to the border of Sudan, we stopped to go on a safari with them. What an adventure and once in a lifetime experience for us!

Finally, we ended the trip in Midigo. The Aniku family has a flourishing church, a school that educates over 900 children (housing and feeding many of them), a hospital program, and even a football (soccer) club that has become a powerful tool for the gospel in Uganda! We were so blessed to participate in all of these things, but once again, the sweetest time we had was just spending time fellowshipping with the family.

Overall, while I am always happy to be back home, I left a little bit of my heart in Africa, and I cannot express how proud I am of our missionaries there in Uganda. They are so submitted to the Lord and are raising godly families even in difficult places. Thank you all again for sending me!

If you are not already a financial partner, please know that your prayers for us are sufficient, but you are welcomed to prayerfully consider partnering with us financially using the means provided below.

We would love to keep you updated on our ministry via our newsletter email updates if you are interested. You can sign up for those by clicking the link below:

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You can also become a one-time or ongoing financial partner with us by clicking the button below, or by mailing a check made out to SGWM with “Joel Garcia” in the memo line to 17451 Bastanchury Rd, Ste 203, Yorba Linda, CA, 92886. 

Love in Christ,
Joel, Amy, Maggie, Harrison, Jude, & Clara Garcia

“But his lord answered and said to him, ‘You wicked and lazy servant, you knew that I reap where I have not sown, and gather where I have not scattered seed.‘”

Matthew 25:26

As you know, we have been going through many discouraging health problems and other challenges since the end of last year; but God’s grace has been sufficient. May and the first part of June were extremely difficult for us. Thanks for your faithful prayers and support, especially during times when we didn’t have the ability to mobilize special prayer support.

God also raised up key parts of His Body here in Cambodia to help and encourage us. In the process, one brother from South Asia and one brother from Kenya got into a conversation about how in separate bible colleges they both studied from (probably unofficial) copies of Christianity: Reasons for Faith. This is the apologetics/evangelistic book I co-authored many years ago. The brother from Kenya told me that he and many other evangelists and missionaries have used the lessons from that book to reach thousands for Christ.

Decades ago, I had the dream of reaching beyond the borders of Cambodia to other nations. However, the doors never seemed to open for me to do so officially or directly. So, I gradually gave up on it and assumed it was just my own ambition. But God already made this vision and dream come true through unofficial means. And without the recent trials, I probably would not have received this encouraging testimony until eternity.

A couple of weeks ago, God arranged for me to meet another missionary who also requested me to share the above book and more than 50 related videos and scripts with his new ministry. His ministry here in Cambodia is equipping Cambodian Christian teachers to be prepared to live out and share the gospel. One module that this organization is developing is to help the teachers answer difficult questions or challenges about their faith. Please pray for this ministry to impact many students and teachers for Christ across this nation.

The combination of testimonies, opportunities, and trials have encouraged and challenged me to renew my focus on equipping believers to confidently share their faith. So, I’ve been adjusting my roles in ministries such as the international men’s ministries. These are areas where other brothers are stepping up so that I can focus on evangelism/apologetics through teaching and writing.

Please keep all three of us in prayer. God is faithful and knows what we need before we even ask.

In Christ’s Hands,
Darryl, Kayo, and Benjamin

“By this we know love, because He laid down His life for us. And we also ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. 

“But whoever has this world’s goods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him?

“My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth.”

1 John 3:16-18 (NKJV)

Village Ministry

The first week in March we had a visiting medical team. Together with the medical team, we had a sweet time of fellowship and sharing love with the people. The team donated clothes to our dear ones that are growing up in the Lord. 

Some of the team members visited some village homes. As we entered their house, we saw that they had no beds. That broke our hearts. In that community, they have lots of children even at a young age.

The team decided to donate mattresses and blankets. A month later, we were able to give them those things.

Church Visits

During every Calvary Bible Institute vacation, I love to visit our church branches. This time, I got the opportunity to visit them with Pastor Milan. We had a great time visiting and sweet fellowship.

Pastor Laxman’s Child Dedication:

God has blessed Pastor Laxman’s family with the wonderful gift of a baby boy. His family had no children. After a long time, God heard all of our prayers and filled them with the joy. We had a wonderful time together to praising God and naming their son.

Calvary Chapel with Pastor Nikesh

As I mentioned earlier, I love to visit and spend time together with our dear pastors. They have dedicated their lives and moved out of their comfort zone to serve the Lord and win lost souls. They have challenges and persecution around them. It is everywhere. 

Pastor Nikesh had to move to a new location because they could not continue church there. It is hard to find a place to do the church in that city. We went there to encourage his family and visit the new location. 

Church Youth Meetings

Three weeks out of every month, our teens and young adults have meetings. They do different types of activities: Bible studies, Bible quizzes etc. It is always a blessing to see them grow in the Lord and fall in love with His Word.

Calvary Bible Institute

The spring semester of our Bible Institute is complete. The students have gone back to their hometowns. We pray that they will have a fruitful ministry during their vacation.

Blessings!

Prakash & Muna

Kingdom Woman: Usha’s Ministry Update

My wife, Usha, has been faithfully serving alongside me since the beginning of her faith journey. She is also the mother of our two boys.

Usha has a warm and caring relationship with the girl students at the Bible college, which allows her to disciple and guide them well. She spends a lot of time with them and often teaches them how to be a good pastor’s wife or a strong woman leader in the church. She plays an important role in the ministry through her support, teaching, and example.

Usha has a deep love for Jesus. She enjoys studying God’s Word and is passionate about teaching it. She regularly visits women in the church, makes friends easily, and always encourages others in their faith.

Recently, she has felt a strong calling to teach God’s Word to women, especially because she sees a great need for it among them. She has also built strong friendships with other pastors’ wives in the capital city, which has helped her grow in fellowship and ministry support.

Please pray that Usha continues to grow in her knowledge of God’s Word, in her personal relationship with the Lord, and in His grace. Pray that God will use her more powerfully in women’s ministry in the days ahead.

Gospel Shared at Birthday Party

Last month, we had a wonderful birthday celebration in the courtyard of our church. It was for our church leader’s daughter, Sionna. The family invited many guests—around 70 people—including several non-Christians.

During the celebration, the family requested me to share a message from the Word of God. I used this special opportunity to share the Gospel. I spoke about how Jesus is the center of everything and how He is the one who can truly bless our lives.

We believe that God was glorified through this event, and that many non-Christian guests were able to see hope in Christ. The seed of the Gospel has been sown in their hearts. Now, we continue to pray that God will make it grow—30 times, 60 times, and even 100 times.

Pray that future gatherings like this will open even more doors for the light of Christ to shine in the community.

God is Moving: A Report from the Field

Last month, Pastor Joseph’s church reached out to many communities, and several families accepted Jesus. His team also traveled to remote villages where there are no churches or believers to share the Gospel. God answered their prayers by sending young people to help the ministry and opening new areas for outreach.

Pastor Joseph has personally learned to stay strong in faith, be patient, and continue God’s work during hard times. One big challenge is that they do not have lot of resources to travel from one place to another. Some non-believers mocked them, but they kept going on foot.

Spiritually, the church is growing stronger, although they are currently struggling with some challenges. Since the beginning of his pastoral work, nine families have come to Christ. His church now has various needs. Pastor Joseph’s long-term vision is to train and send local believers to plant churches among unreached ethnic groups. He asks for prayer for the Bible college students and a new Gospel outreach team.

Prayer Requests

1. Please pray that Usha continues to grow in her knowledge of God’s Word, in her personal relationship with the Lord, and in His grace. Pray that God will use her more powerfully in women’s ministry in the days ahead.
2. Pray that future gatherings (like the birthday party we shared at this month) open even more doors for the light of Christ to shine in the community.
3. Pray for the new believers and families who have recently accepted Jesus, to grow strong in their faith and become faithful disciples.

Thank you,

Anand and Usha and Family

Hello, Dear Family in Christ!

Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

We are deeply grateful for your faithful partnership and generous support in reaching the unreached with the Gospel. Your prayers, encouragement, and heartfelt giving are making a profound difference in places where the name of Jesus is being heard for the very first time.

New Campus Building

We are overjoyed and deeply grateful to announce that, by the grace and faithfulness of God, we have completed the construction of our new campus Bible college building! What once was a dream has now become a reality—brick by brick, prayer by prayer.

This new facility is more than just a structure; it is a testimony to God’s provision, a place dedicated to equipping future generations for ministry, and a sanctuary for learning, worship, and spiritual growth. We thank every supporter, prayer partner, and worker who stood with us through this journey.

We extend our deepest gratitude to each of you who have stood with us in faith, prayer, and action as we pursue the call God has placed on our lives. Your encouragement, support, and unwavering belief in this mission have been instrumental in helping us move forward with clarity and confidence.

We are especially thankful for your generous contributions—both in time and resources—toward the construction of the Bible college building. What once was a vision has begun to take tangible shape, and it is all because of your partnership and obedience to God’s prompting.

We recognize that this blessing comes with great responsibility. God has entrusted us with this new facility, and we are committed to being faithful to the calling He has placed on us—to raise up disciples, to teach sound doctrine, and to build His Kingdom.

We humbly ask for your continued prayers as we begin the next phase of work. There is still much to be done in preparing the space, equipping classrooms, and creating an environment where students can grow spiritually and academically. Most importantly, we desire that everything we do in this place brings glory to God.

May the Lord bless you abundantly for your heart for His kingdom. Your efforts are not in vain, and the fruit of this work will impact many lives for generations to come.

To God be all the glory—great things He has done!

Calvary Chapel Conference in Our City

We are truly grateful for the incredible time we had during the conference. It was a powerful and spirit-filled gathering that left a lasting impact on our hearts and ministries. One of the greatest blessings was the opportunity for pastors and leaders to sit under the teaching and wisdom of senior pastors. Their guidance, rooted deeply in the Word of God and rich with years of experience, helped us grow both spiritually and practically.

We are  blessed and deeply grateful for the incredible experience we shared at this year’s conference, The Making of the Man of God. From the moment we gathered, it was clear that God was moving in powerful ways—through the worship, the Word, the fellowship, and the Spirit-led teachings.

One of the most impactful lessons came from our study of Samson. Though he was a man marked by divine calling and supernatural strength, we saw how his journey was also marked by personal struggle, compromise, and redemption. It reminded us that becoming a man (or woman) of God is not about perfection—it’s about surrender, obedience, and allowing God to shape us through both our victories and our failures.

Truly, this conference was not just an event—it was a divine moment of growth, equipping, and renewal. We return to our churches and communities empowered to serve more faithfully, preach more boldly, and love more deeply.

Sharing the Gospel – Joseph’s Story and God’s Sovereignty

During my recent open-air Gospel outreach, I had the opportunity to share a powerful message from the life of Joseph. Standing before a crowd of people—many of whom do not yet know God personally—I spoke about how Joseph’s life is a testimony of God’s control, even in the midst of suffering and uncertainty.

Joseph was betrayed by his own brothers, sold into slavery, falsely accused, and thrown into prison. Yet, through every trial, God was working behind the scenes, positioning Joseph for a greater purpose. What others meant for evil, God used for good. Just like Joseph, we too may walk through dark and confusing seasons, but God is never absent—He is in control.

I encouraged the listeners to trust in the Lord, even when life doesn’t make sense. Whether they had never heard of Jesus or only knew of Him from a distance, I invited them to draw near and discover a personal relationship with a God who sees, knows, and cares deeply.

As it says in Romans 8:28: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

This truth brought comfort and hope to many who listened, reminding them that no matter their past or present, God is at work for their good and His glory.

Witnessing God’s Work Through Brother C*

I recently had the incredible opportunity to visit another city and witness firsthand the powerful work God is doing through His servant, C*. It was a humbling and inspiring experience to see how faithfully Brother C* is serving the Lord in that place, with passion, perseverance, and a heart full of love for the people.

As I spent time there, I could clearly sense God’s presence moving among the people—hearts being touched, lives being changed, and hope being restored. It reminded me that God’s work is active and alive in every corner of the world, often in the most humble and overlooked places.

I came back encouraged, stirred in my own faith, and grateful for C*’s obedience. Let’s continue to pray for him and support the work in this city—because God is just getting started.

Palm Sunday Worship Service 

Palm Sunday worship was truly a special time for our congregation this year. As the pastor, I couldn’t be more grateful for the spirit of joy and reverence that filled our church. From the moment we began, there was a sense of anticipation and excitement as we reflected on Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem.

All the church congregation waving palm branches added such a beautiful touch, and seeing our church family come together in praise and worship reminded me of the power of community. The procession with palm branches was especially moving, as it symbolized the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, a moment of great significance for Christians around the world.

As we waved our palms and sang hymns of praise, it felt like we were part of that ancient celebration, acknowledging Jesus as our King and Savior.

I want to take a moment to give thanks to God for each one of you. Your support, encouragement, and prayers mean more than words can express. Whether through giving, lifting us up in prayer, or simply standing with us in faith—you have been a vital part of the work God is doing.

Thank you for believing in the vision and for partnering with us in the mission. I pray that God is with you all, strengthening and encouraging you daily. May the Holy Spirit lead you, guide your steps, and fill you with wisdom and power as you continue to serve Him wherever you are.

May God bless you abundantly as we continue to walk forward together in His purpose.

Thank you,

Pastor 6* and Family

*Names and faces have been changed or omitted for security reasons.

by Serena Keeler|Published May 30, 2025

As I sat to write this newsletter I honestly didn’t know where to start. Not because I had so many exciting things to share, but because I feared I had nothing worth sharing. So I prayed and honestly tried to find an excuse not to write it, but as I pondered all that God has done since January (my last newsletter) I am in awe. And it may not look like a lot in the sense of activities I did, but let me tell you, God is moving!

Youth Group Update

Winter camp was a blast! Thank you for all your prayers! Now.. we only had two girls come, but it gave me a chance to really connect with them and simply build a stronger friendship with them. I also was privileged to be able to teach the girls a devo for one of the mornings we were there! And it was so cool to see how the Lord put such specific words on my heart for them and wanted to use me. I was in awe.

We had a sweet time in worship, games, and sweet teachings from multiple guest speakers. Since then we have gained a couple new youth girls, one in which I have been able to connect well with and love dearly! I ask for your continued prayers for more students to come with a desire to study the word of God and that more girls would be open to 1 on 1 discipleship.

Outreach

In April I was able to serve at a Voice of the Refugee outreach where I was in charge of the henna room! Henna is a temporary dye that you use to create an intricate design on someone’s skin that stays for about a week or two. During our break half way through the day I was exhausted and very discouraged.There was only me and one other girl doing henna and we had about 60 women coming through that morning. I wasn’t doing it very well and I had one lady wipe off the whole design in front of me and come back 10 minutes later for my other friend who was serving with me to do a new one. I was pretty done. But after much prayer..and some chick fil a.. I went on for the 2nd half. And God heard me! We gained 4 more women who were helping with the afternoon shift and they had never done henna before..and they were doing amazing! I was in awe. It was awesome seeing these ladies come with no experience, but simply a willing heart. And God was willing.

^“Now if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is, and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will He not much more clothe you, O you of little faith?”

~ Matthew 6:30 ~

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Do you ever keep seeing scripture everywhere and think that would look great on a mug..and that’s it? That is how I have honestly seen the Matthew 6 passage often. Verses 25-33 are taking away all my excuses to be worried and doubt God, yet I somehow find myself refusing to apply it to my life and am worried often. Where am I called…? How will I raise support…? Am I even called to missions…?!? But these moments have all brought me to the same conclusion… God is able. Now you see, when you step back, even in the mundane moments and really think… What is God doing? You will begin to say, what is He not doing?? And that is when you realize.. This is way more than a verse on a coffee mug.. This is WHO God is. And I am in awe of who He is.

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WAYS TO SUPPORT

And so with that I have been praying: What next Lord? How can I further prepare and walk in the calling You have for me? With that prayer comes opportunities for you to partner as well with me! Here are a few ways you can do so:

Prayer: I absolutely NEED your prayers as I am seeking the Lord while doing all that He has placed in front of me. I can’t do any of this out of my own strength, and so I ask that you come alongside me in prayer for this next year of MTS and simply serving our King! 

Financially: As I mentioned earlier I am unsure of where God has called me to serve locationally. But what I am 100% sure of is He has called me to leave everything and serve Him cross-culturally. I am grateful to be serving here but I am also so excited to see where He will send me. A part of that preparation time includes vision tours. A vision tour is essentially opportunities we are given as MTS students to visit different places (accompanied by our pastors or leaders and or other students who feel led) and spend a few days or weeks praying over the land and seeing if this is where God has called us. There are some opportunities I am praying over and know the Lord will provide for exactly where He wants me. If you are interested or feel led to help cover the cost of those please click here or check out the financial giving button at the end of this newsletter!

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PRAISE REPORTS

• God has brought 2 new girls to the youth group!
• God has been opening doors to love on my extended and close family!
• God is the same yesterday, today, and forevermore!

PRAYER EQUESTS

• For continued growth in our youth group and with 1 on 1 discipleship 
• For an opportunity I was given for this summer ( Wisdom and provision for it ) 
• For me to not worry about my future, but to trust God in every aspect. 
• For the salvation of my family!

Thank you for taking the time to read this update on all that God is doing in my life! I pray you were encouraged and stirred up to seek Him more and more. If you have any questions or would like to chat further email me and I truly would love to talk more! Until then, “.. seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” – Matthew 6:33 SEEK HIM and STAY IN AWE Serena Keeler