Here’s a preview of missionary stories highlighted in this year’s Week of Prayer for International Missions, set for Nov. 29–Dec. 6:
Day 1
In the area where the McDonald family lives (see story here), hundreds of thousands of young boys sleep on the streets — marginalized, abused and arrested. But International Mission Board missionary Kristen Lowry and the staff at the Naivasha Children’s Shelter in Naivasha, Kenya, are investing their lives to bring healing, restoration and the hope of Jesus to as many of these boys as they possibly can.
Day 2
After living in Croatia for more than 22 years, IMB missionary Eric Maroney understands why some describe life and ministry as difficult in this part of Europe. People there are often skeptical of evangelical churches. But Maroney is seeing God move through a gospel-centered radio show that thousands tune in to listen to each week.
Day 3
For a long time now, Doug Derbyshire has been going to places in Thailand that have no Christians and using his skills as a medical doctor as a way to share the gospel. He’s seeing God move among people in desperate need of hope.
Day 4
It takes IMB missionaries a lot of effort to get to the Akawa* people — a two-hour flight into the Amazon rainforest followed by a more-than-seven-hour boat ride. But since 2018 they’ve been taking the gospel there, thanks to Southern Baptists’ gifts to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.
Day 5
IMB missionaries leave home knowing what it could cost them, and over the organization’s 175-year history, about 60 missionaries and children have lost their lives due to violent circumstances. But thousands continue to count the cost and serve, and the result is many are coming to faith in Christ.
Day 6
For more than 17 years, the Worthy family has invested in the people of Italy and become a part of the culture. They say that’s important to build relationships that can lead to heart-level conversations and discipleship.
Day 7
It took 20 years to establish a gospel presence among one Muslim unreached people group of 10 million in South Asia, but IMB missionaries Ralph and Lovie Adair* are celebrating how God recently opened those doors.
Day 8
All over the world, IMB missionaries say thanks for Southern Baptists’ continued prayer and financial support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Though much has changed, ministry has continued in new ways during this time, and people have found new life in Christ.
*Names changed for security reasons.
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