Missions
New Opportunities for WWI
Our upcoming visit to Myanmar will include another new teaching site. Last January we traveled inland from Yangon to Taung Gyi (for the first time) to conduct a training on inductive Bible study techniques. That training was in response to a request from an evangelist in Philip’s association who had attended the training in Yangon [...]
2Sep2010 | admin | 0 comments | Continued
The Importance of Fathers
Grandmothers the world over are the same—grandchildren are precious to them. No matter the simplicity of lifestyle or the troubles that must be endured, life is good when grandchildren come to visit.
In March, Philip and his family made the arduous trek to Chin state for the memorial services of his father, who was laid [...]
Feeding Our Brothers
When speaking of the poor, James said “Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to him, ‘Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,’ but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it?” [James 2:15-16] Clearly, the Bible teaches we are to [...]
31May2010 | admin | 0 comments | Continued
An Update on Philip and His Mission
In February 2010, indigenous pastor “Philip” devoted 23 days to traveling with the Word of God into southern Chin State, accompanied by a team of eight (Bible school staff, students and missionaries). This was Philip’s 5th mission to this part of the country.
Like the apostle Paul, Philip returns frequently to the site of churches [...]
A Few Chickens Make a Difference
Sui and his family have a vision. With God’s help, they want to start an Antioch-type church in Shan State. In order to accomplish this, Sui has committed his life to seeking out and sharing the Gospel with the unreached people groups in his part of the country. Here is Sui’s story as told to [...]
25Mar2010 | admin | 0 comments | Continued
The Timothy Project
Timothy and Phoebe are recent graduates of theological Bible schools, reunited after four years as they return home to begin their work for the Lord. They pastor a small church in home village and are in need of means to support themselves and young son. They need funds to purchase a rice field and motor [...]
23Feb2010 | admin | 1 comment | Continued
Word Within – Southeast Asia Missions Update 2010
There’s plenty of good news coming out of our most recent trip to Southeast Asia. Thanks to the efforts of our contacts there, we had an opportunity to take the teaching inland to a different part of the country, thus reaching an entirely new audience on this latest trip. God even brought two previously unreached [...]
1Feb2010 | admin | 0 comments | Continued
Our Next Mission
January 1, 2010, Susan and Gail will start the New Year with a very long plane ride—to a remote area in Southeast Asia. This is a new destination for them, so there are more unknowns to deal with than usual. Please pray for their safe travel and protection from illness and accident. Pray for an [...]
11Dec2009 | admin | 2 comments | Continued
Can You Possibly Help?
When the economy is not healthy—or even when people are simply talking about its not being healthy—giving to charitable organizations suffers. Word Among Us Ministries is no different from the rest, and we are tightening our belt wherever we can. I know many of you are feeling the effects of restricted resources as well. With [...]
26Oct2009 | admin | 0 comments | Continued
Your Dollars At Work
We have received the latest report on the success of Philip’s recent missionary trip to the Li Su people group in northern Kachin State. These people are of Chinese descent and currently live in China, Thailand, Myanmar and other Southeast Asian nations. Many are already Christian, but in dire need of training in leadership and [...]
31Aug2009 | admin | 0 comments | Continued
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