Month: October 2022

“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season, we will reap if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9

This month’s mission trip has been memorable once again. I am finding difficulty in compiling the experiences through words. The feeling is beyond expressible words. The hardest part was the weather. With the start of the monsoon in Nepal, floods and landslides are more likely to occur. The volume of water has risen in the river. The bridges are dangerous, and the paths are slippery. There are leeches and mosquitoes everywhere. Nepal is facing a severe dengue outbreak due to the rise in mosquitoes.

Dengue is endemic in Nepal. The country is experiencing a surge in cases that started in the week commencing 8 August. Between January and 28 September 2022, 109 confirmed and suspected dengue cases and 38 confirmed deaths, affecting all seven provinces.

Despite the severity, we managed to reach our mission fields and accomplish our projects. The physical risks were parallel to our mission. However, our spirit did not fall. We fixed our eyes on Jesus and were determined to reach out to our people with His unconditional and powerful love. We hiked day and night to reach our destinations and share fellowships among our awaiting people. Because of a broken bridge, we had to cross a vast, flooded river. It was terrifying. We questioned whether we would make it or not. But as Psalms 91 says – ‘For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways,’ He had His hands covering us the whole time.

Dear partners, thank you very much for your moral support and continued prayer for our safety. They are the most valuable assets for our victory. We are making it. The face of the Himalayas is changing. Our companionship has resulted in the remarkable transformation of impoverished villages and underprivileged tribes. As compared to what we are accomplishing, our physical hardships are nothing. Despite our difficulties, we enjoy every moment of our missions because we know we’ll be rewarded soon.

Happy to minister with you! Thank you very much for your partnership.

There is a well-known saying in the eastern culture for men- Brave man doesn’t feel pain. However, the statement is contrary – either the man must at least be brave, or the one who feels pain is a coward. In addition, men are supposed to refrain from resting. They are never to express their emotions. A man must suffer every agony and carry the responsibility until he dies.

But men do cry. Men do feel pain. There is nothing such as brave or coward regarding men’s capability or potential. The truth is that men do not express their discomfort by nature. By the law of the Old Testament, a man must eat bread by the sweat of his brow. However, he needs rest, a comfort zone, and a place where he can place all his pain and experiences, build confidence, talk about new ideas, make friends, come close to God, discuss plans, revive spiritual energy, and live freely.

It has been possible at the Men’s Summit – a men’s conference highlighted to dig out the characteristics of husband, son, brother, father, businessman, or leader. Men’s Summit helps exchange each other’s personal, family, and spiritual sufferings and difficulties.

Dear partners, It is a delightful honor to inform you that we have conducted the Summit in two of our mission fields in the furthest east. The Summit succeeded with powerful teachings, bible readings, worship, ice-breaking games, testimony sharing, feedback collection, a delicious feast, and photo sessions.

Ps. R said, “We have a lot of fellowships for sisters. Various churches and events hold monthly and annual women’s conferences. But men’s conferences are infrequent. It is my first ever experience being a part of a conference with only brothers. I am delighted to be open and relaxed and share my problems with someone who can think, analyze, and investigate how I feel. We, brothers, can feel each other, think the same way, and explore solutions by putting our feet in each other’s shoes. The men’s Summit is an inspiring movement that can make buoyant all brothers in their personal and spiritual life. I am delighted to be a part of it, Pastor.”

Dear partners, we have made it once again. Thank you for your continued prayers and well wishes. Your continued generosity and commitment have resulted in our missionary brothers’ outstanding leadership and spirits’ upliftment. May God keep blessing you more and more.