Mercy Care Response
Our church is launching a new Mercy Care Response initiative to help meet urgent needs when natural disasters and calamities strike around the world. When a crisis happens, our church family can give quickly and directly to support relief efforts and share God’s love in practical ways.
🇯🇲 Jamaica Crisis Response
Give Here
On Tuesday, October 28th, Hurricane Melissa devastated the western part of Jamaica and the Smiths were in the eye of the storm. They, along with their disabled daughter who is also non-verbal, and Kingsley's ailing mother who lives with them, moved to the basement to ride out the storm. Sadly, the rooves of their house and the church building were destroyed during the storm; their animals were killed; and most of their personal possessions, money, and passports are gone. Before they even had time to deal with their own personal losses, they began coming to the aid of many from the community who were reaching out for help.
FAIR immediately responded to this need by releasing support from our Where Needed Most fund and began building a relief project in partnership with both churches. Since then, many of our Fellowship churches with family and friends in Jamaica have contacted us as well, asking how we can come together to rebuild and encourage this community.
Please prayerfully consider joining us in rebuilding the devastated communities in western Jamaica through our local body of Christ.
On Tuesday, October 28th, Hurricane Melissa devastated the western part of Jamaica and the Smiths were in the eye of the storm. They, along with their disabled daughter who is also non-verbal, and Kingsley's ailing mother who lives with them, moved to the basement to ride out the storm. Sadly, the rooves of their house and the church building were destroyed during the storm; their animals were killed; and most of their personal possessions, money, and passports are gone. Before they even had time to deal with their own personal losses, they began coming to the aid of many from the community who were reaching out for help.
FAIR immediately responded to this need by releasing support from our Where Needed Most fund and began building a relief project in partnership with both churches. Since then, many of our Fellowship churches with family and friends in Jamaica have contacted us as well, asking how we can come together to rebuild and encourage this community.
Please prayerfully consider joining us in rebuilding the devastated communities in western Jamaica through our local body of Christ.
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📍Local Outreach Partners
Jeremiah & Kathryn
Jeremiah Thomas
Serving In: Brampton, Ontario
Organization: Church of the City Brampton
Ministry:
Serves as the church plant pastor for Church of the City, Brampton
Kathryn Thomas
Serving In: Brampton, Ontario
Organization: Power 2 Change
Kathryn serves as a commissioned staff member with Power 2 Change Canada. A university/college campus ministry that serve among students, marketplace leaders, athletes, families and many others, helping them experience the life-changing power of Jesus Christ
Serving In: Brampton, Ontario
Organization: Church of the City Brampton
Ministry:
Serves as the church plant pastor for Church of the City, Brampton
Kathryn Thomas
Serving In: Brampton, Ontario
Organization: Power 2 Change
Kathryn serves as a commissioned staff member with Power 2 Change Canada. A university/college campus ministry that serve among students, marketplace leaders, athletes, families and many others, helping them experience the life-changing power of Jesus Christ
Peter Ott
Serving in: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
With: Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship
Ministry:
Peter has been working with IVCF for over 9 years and is currently the Central Field Director. He oversees 6 local staff supervisors (Ministry Directors), and 21 campus staff, working with 20 university student groups in Ontario. His main responsibilities are to bring vision and leadership to the Central Field, as well as supervision and development of Ministry Directors.
Prayer Needs:
Pray for God's Spirit to empower the staff and ministry happening on university campuses across Ontario
Growth and development of the Ministry Directors in the Central Field
Creativity and direction for the central field as we continue to move forward with the national vision to launch 20,000 extraordinary kingdom leaders by 2020
Back to Local Outreach
Mission Address:
Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship
National Service Centre:
64 Prince Andrew Place
Toronto, ON M3C 2H4
Ph: 416-443-1170
With: Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship
Ministry:
Peter has been working with IVCF for over 9 years and is currently the Central Field Director. He oversees 6 local staff supervisors (Ministry Directors), and 21 campus staff, working with 20 university student groups in Ontario. His main responsibilities are to bring vision and leadership to the Central Field, as well as supervision and development of Ministry Directors.
Prayer Needs:
Pray for God's Spirit to empower the staff and ministry happening on university campuses across Ontario
Growth and development of the Ministry Directors in the Central Field
Creativity and direction for the central field as we continue to move forward with the national vision to launch 20,000 extraordinary kingdom leaders by 2020
Back to Local Outreach
Mission Address:
Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship
National Service Centre:
64 Prince Andrew Place
Toronto, ON M3C 2H4
Ph: 416-443-1170
La Cité Mascouche
Location: 693 Chem. des Anglais, Mascouche, QC J7L 3R5
Ministry:
La Cité Mascouche Church is our Quebec church partner whose mission is to share Jesus and see lives transformed. A Church in the heart of the city, for a transformed life
Ministry:
La Cité Mascouche Church is our Quebec church partner whose mission is to share Jesus and see lives transformed. A Church in the heart of the city, for a transformed life
Regen Brampton
Victory House
Location: 18420 Hurontario St, Caledon Village, ON L7K 0Y3
Ministry:
At The Victory House, our mission is driven by a commitment to fostering hope, healing, and independence for women and their children in crisis. Through compassion, practical support, and a collaborative spirit, we strive to achieve the following goals:
Provide Safe Transitional Support:
Offer a secure, welcoming environment where women and their children can find peace, safety, and stability during challenging times. We focus on creating a home-like atmosphere where healing begins and new possibilities emerge.
Deliver Tailored Support Programs:
Design and implement personalized support plans that address each resident’s unique needs. From counseling and career guidance to life skills development, we ensure that every woman is equipped with the tools necessary to overcome obstacles and embrace opportunities.
Foster Self-Sufficiency Through Empowerment:
Empower women to rebuild their confidence, independence, and sense of purpose. Using a collaborative approach, we provide education, job training, and resources to help them navigate the path to a thriving, self-sufficient life.
Promote Holistic Well-being:
Encourage personal and spiritual growth by addressing emotional, physical, and spiritual needs. Through a nurturing community and faith-based principles, we aim to restore hope and renew strength.
Build Strong Community Connections:
Partner with local organizations, businesses, and volunteers to create a robust support network for our residents. By connecting women with community resources, we help them establish lasting foundations for their future.
Ministry:
At The Victory House, our mission is driven by a commitment to fostering hope, healing, and independence for women and their children in crisis. Through compassion, practical support, and a collaborative spirit, we strive to achieve the following goals:
Provide Safe Transitional Support:
Offer a secure, welcoming environment where women and their children can find peace, safety, and stability during challenging times. We focus on creating a home-like atmosphere where healing begins and new possibilities emerge.
Deliver Tailored Support Programs:
Design and implement personalized support plans that address each resident’s unique needs. From counseling and career guidance to life skills development, we ensure that every woman is equipped with the tools necessary to overcome obstacles and embrace opportunities.
Foster Self-Sufficiency Through Empowerment:
Empower women to rebuild their confidence, independence, and sense of purpose. Using a collaborative approach, we provide education, job training, and resources to help them navigate the path to a thriving, self-sufficient life.
Promote Holistic Well-being:
Encourage personal and spiritual growth by addressing emotional, physical, and spiritual needs. Through a nurturing community and faith-based principles, we aim to restore hope and renew strength.
Build Strong Community Connections:
Partner with local organizations, businesses, and volunteers to create a robust support network for our residents. By connecting women with community resources, we help them establish lasting foundations for their future.
SEMBEQ
Ministry:
SEMBEQ exists to support local churches in Quebec by providing resources and programs for the training of their members and leaders.
https://www.sembeq.qc.ca/
SEMBEQ exists to support local churches in Quebec by providing resources and programs for the training of their members and leaders.
https://www.sembeq.qc.ca/
Mike Garabedian
Serving in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
With: The Fellowship & Pearson Airport Chapel Ministry
Ministry:
Mike serves as the Senior Admin Chaplain in the Pearson Airport Chapel. The chapel help meet the spiritual needs of staff and the traveling public, Pearson Chaplaincy offers regular religious services throughout the week. Our team of Chaplains are also equipped to share many additional resources and programs with those seeking and in need; such as prayer, free literature, counselling, grief, and crisis support. As well, our ministry of intentional presence extends beyond the walls of our chapels, as we continue to extend our services to our entire airport community at more convenient locations.
With: The Fellowship & Pearson Airport Chapel Ministry
Ministry:
Mike serves as the Senior Admin Chaplain in the Pearson Airport Chapel. The chapel help meet the spiritual needs of staff and the traveling public, Pearson Chaplaincy offers regular religious services throughout the week. Our team of Chaplains are also equipped to share many additional resources and programs with those seeking and in need; such as prayer, free literature, counselling, grief, and crisis support. As well, our ministry of intentional presence extends beyond the walls of our chapels, as we continue to extend our services to our entire airport community at more convenient locations.
Hope Centre
Location: 160 Maint St S Unit 24, Brampton, ON, Canada, Ontario
Ministry:
Hope Centre Christian Mission is a drop-in centre located in old Brampton Mall. We are open 5 days a week. Come in for a coffee, stay for the connection. Come in to explore faith, receive prayer, watch inspiring movies, and participate in Bible studies.
Ministry:
Hope Centre Christian Mission is a drop-in centre located in old Brampton Mall. We are open 5 days a week. Come in for a coffee, stay for the connection. Come in to explore faith, receive prayer, watch inspiring movies, and participate in Bible studies.
Jonathan Labelle
Ministry: Église 21
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Church 21 is a family of congregations in the Montreal metropolitan area whose goal is to train disciples of Jesus who center their lives on the Gospel and participate in the community. They live out Christ's mission, contribute to church planting, and share ministries and resources. All of this is done to serve each other and the city.
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Church 21 is a family of congregations in the Montreal metropolitan area whose goal is to train disciples of Jesus who center their lives on the Gospel and participate in the community. They live out Christ's mission, contribute to church planting, and share ministries and resources. All of this is done to serve each other and the city.
Richard Silvister
Serving in: the GTA and Ontario
With: OM (Operation Mobilization Canada)
Ministry:
Richard is an evangelist reaching out to people with the Good News of Jesus in the GTA. Richard’s particular passion is to see “cousins” come to know Jesus and other unreached people groups. His vision is to win them for Christ and to disciple them. His vision is also to train others to do the same. With so many unreached people groups coming to Canada, especially to the GTA (Greater Toronto Area), it is critical to tell them the Good News.
Richard, and those working with him, reach out to unreached people in the GTA through a variety of means including – street evangelism, book tables in many places - visiting mosques and temples, getting involved in sports events (cricket and soccer), giving away books and other literature and DVD’s, and using every possible means and opportunity to let people know about the love of God for them.
Richard volunteers part-time as a chaplain at Toronto Pearson Airport.
How can you help?:
Pray. Contact Richard to join the Prayer Partner list and to receive prayer updates.
Get involved. Join one of the outreach teams for as much time as you can give. You will be trained and guided to be effective in reaching unreached people in the GTA. Step out of your comfort zone. Take a risk for the Lord.
With: OM (Operation Mobilization Canada)
Ministry:
Richard is an evangelist reaching out to people with the Good News of Jesus in the GTA. Richard’s particular passion is to see “cousins” come to know Jesus and other unreached people groups. His vision is to win them for Christ and to disciple them. His vision is also to train others to do the same. With so many unreached people groups coming to Canada, especially to the GTA (Greater Toronto Area), it is critical to tell them the Good News.
Richard, and those working with him, reach out to unreached people in the GTA through a variety of means including – street evangelism, book tables in many places - visiting mosques and temples, getting involved in sports events (cricket and soccer), giving away books and other literature and DVD’s, and using every possible means and opportunity to let people know about the love of God for them.
Richard volunteers part-time as a chaplain at Toronto Pearson Airport.
How can you help?:
Pray. Contact Richard to join the Prayer Partner list and to receive prayer updates.
Get involved. Join one of the outreach teams for as much time as you can give. You will be trained and guided to be effective in reaching unreached people in the GTA. Step out of your comfort zone. Take a risk for the Lord.
Wilkinson Shelter
Location: 15 Wilkinson Rd, Brampton, ON L6T 4X1
Ministry:
The Wilkinson Shelter provides temporary emergency housing for homeless men in Brampton and Caledon individuals can stay in one of the Region's emergency shelter for two weeks after which they must apply for Ontario Works assistance.
The shelter provides:
emergency lodging, food and clothing
employment and housing support
financial assistance from Ontario Works
health clinics
mental health and addiction support
life skills training
recreation
AA meetings
pastoral care
Ministry:
The Wilkinson Shelter provides temporary emergency housing for homeless men in Brampton and Caledon individuals can stay in one of the Region's emergency shelter for two weeks after which they must apply for Ontario Works assistance.
The shelter provides:
emergency lodging, food and clothing
employment and housing support
financial assistance from Ontario Works
health clinics
mental health and addiction support
life skills training
recreation
AA meetings
pastoral care
🌎 Global Outreach Partners
Ryan & Heather DeWeerd
Serving in: Nagua, Dominican Republic
With: Every Day Ministries Canada (EDMC)
Ministry:
The DeWeerd family works in the Dominican Republic and in the North of Haiti, to equip and empower the national church to reach their nation and the nations of the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. They do this through spiritual leadership development (Formal: Caribbean Evangelical Theological Seminary, yearly pastors and leaders conferences; Informal: leadership training seminars, workshops), community development (child sponsorship, community transformation projects, church construction, community blessing days) and sustainable land development (passion fruit farm and pastors training and missions center. Short Term Teams from Canada work side by side with us as we work with the local churches in evangelism and community outreach. Both Ryan and Heather are active in multiple areas of the ministry and work on a team with the ministry founders, Adrian and Sharon Thomas.
Prayer Needs:
The population of the Dominican Republic in 2007 was estimated by the United Nations at 9,760,000, which placed it number 82 in population among the 193 nations of the world. The country is a tropical, maritime nation. Wet season is from May to November, with periodic hurricanes between June and November. Most rain falls in the northern and eastern regions.
The Dominican Republic is 95.2% Christian, including 88.6% Roman Catholic and 4.2% Protestant. Recent but small scale immigration, as well as proselytizing, has brought other religions.
Baseball is by far the most popular sport in the Dominican Republic today. After the United States, the Dominican Republic has the second-highest number of baseball players in Major League Baseball (MLB).
The culture of the Dominican Republic, like its Caribbean neighbours, is a blend of the cultures of the European colonists, African slaves, and Taíno natives.
Mission Address:
Every Day Ministries Canada
116-10 Gillingham Drive, Suite #416
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
www.facebook.com/DeweerdsInTheDr
www.everydayministries.ca/
With: Every Day Ministries Canada (EDMC)
Ministry:
The DeWeerd family works in the Dominican Republic and in the North of Haiti, to equip and empower the national church to reach their nation and the nations of the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. They do this through spiritual leadership development (Formal: Caribbean Evangelical Theological Seminary, yearly pastors and leaders conferences; Informal: leadership training seminars, workshops), community development (child sponsorship, community transformation projects, church construction, community blessing days) and sustainable land development (passion fruit farm and pastors training and missions center. Short Term Teams from Canada work side by side with us as we work with the local churches in evangelism and community outreach. Both Ryan and Heather are active in multiple areas of the ministry and work on a team with the ministry founders, Adrian and Sharon Thomas.
Prayer Needs:
- For health and protection for our family
- For the pastors and their families that we work with to equip and empower
- For Christ to be glorified through many new decisions for Christ and through the spiritual renewal and strengthening of His Church here.
- Please pray for our KIDS as they continue to learn in Spanish school and navigate peers and life here
- Please pray for the FUNDS needed to complete the Ministry
- Development Centre and the upstairs Annex of the Family Resource Centre.
The population of the Dominican Republic in 2007 was estimated by the United Nations at 9,760,000, which placed it number 82 in population among the 193 nations of the world. The country is a tropical, maritime nation. Wet season is from May to November, with periodic hurricanes between June and November. Most rain falls in the northern and eastern regions.
The Dominican Republic is 95.2% Christian, including 88.6% Roman Catholic and 4.2% Protestant. Recent but small scale immigration, as well as proselytizing, has brought other religions.
Baseball is by far the most popular sport in the Dominican Republic today. After the United States, the Dominican Republic has the second-highest number of baseball players in Major League Baseball (MLB).
The culture of the Dominican Republic, like its Caribbean neighbours, is a blend of the cultures of the European colonists, African slaves, and Taíno natives.
Mission Address:
Every Day Ministries Canada
116-10 Gillingham Drive, Suite #416
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
www.facebook.com/DeweerdsInTheDr
www.everydayministries.ca/
Aaron & Mayuko Ghent
Serving in: Japan
With: Overseas Missionary Fellowship (OMF)
Ministry: Focusing on university student outreach in Sapporo, Japan, partnering with the Sapporo Evangelical Free Church. Meeting university students on Sapporo University campus and teaching English lessons to university students.
Serving where there are needs at the Sapporo Evangelical Free Church: teaching Bible stories at the Kids English classes, teaching Sunday school, and preaching from time to time.
Prayer Needs:
Mission Address:
OMF International Canada
10 Huntingdale Blvd,
Scarborough, ON,
Canada M1W 2S5
Phone 9055689971
With: Overseas Missionary Fellowship (OMF)
Ministry: Focusing on university student outreach in Sapporo, Japan, partnering with the Sapporo Evangelical Free Church. Meeting university students on Sapporo University campus and teaching English lessons to university students.
Serving where there are needs at the Sapporo Evangelical Free Church: teaching Bible stories at the Kids English classes, teaching Sunday school, and preaching from time to time.
Prayer Needs:
- For many Japanese people to encounter Christ while they are in university where they have more time to think about values, worldviews and faith.
- For the Christian youth in Japan to be encouraged in their faith and become joyful worshipers of God.
- For wisdom in balancing ministry, study for my wife and child rearing. For usto grow as a couple and work well together especially now that we have a young baby daughter.
Mission Address:
OMF International Canada
10 Huntingdale Blvd,
Scarborough, ON,
Canada M1W 2S5
Phone 9055689971
Partners International - Peru
Ministry:
Misión Integral Nativa del Perú (MINAP), translated The Holistic Tribal Mission of Peru, based in Pucallpa Peru is the country’s first mission agency led by tribal people, whose focus is the evangelization of Peruvian Amazon peoples in southern and central Peru. MINAP was established in 2003 by a group of visionaries, key tribal leaders, who wanted to send missionaries to the least reached areas of the Peruvian Amazon. Tribal leaders and representatives from most of the major institutions working in the jungle, elected and commissioned a board to appoint leadership to the ministry.
The establishment of MINAP was in response to:
1. A declining foreign mission presence among Amazon peoples.
2. Compassion for the desperately poor tribal groups enslaved by fear and oppression.
3. A vision to reach out to uncontacted peoples who have not heard the good news of God’s love.
Partners International actively advises and consults the MINAP ministry. We believe that MINAP has what it takes to succeed as a mission. Financial support from Canada contributes to their accomplishments. Above all, the ultimate success of MINAP is because of the hearts of their leaders, their desire to reach their own people and their dedication to the Lord.
Misión Integral Nativa del Perú (MINAP), translated The Holistic Tribal Mission of Peru, based in Pucallpa Peru is the country’s first mission agency led by tribal people, whose focus is the evangelization of Peruvian Amazon peoples in southern and central Peru. MINAP was established in 2003 by a group of visionaries, key tribal leaders, who wanted to send missionaries to the least reached areas of the Peruvian Amazon. Tribal leaders and representatives from most of the major institutions working in the jungle, elected and commissioned a board to appoint leadership to the ministry.
The establishment of MINAP was in response to:
1. A declining foreign mission presence among Amazon peoples.
2. Compassion for the desperately poor tribal groups enslaved by fear and oppression.
3. A vision to reach out to uncontacted peoples who have not heard the good news of God’s love.
Partners International actively advises and consults the MINAP ministry. We believe that MINAP has what it takes to succeed as a mission. Financial support from Canada contributes to their accomplishments. Above all, the ultimate success of MINAP is because of the hearts of their leaders, their desire to reach their own people and their dedication to the Lord.
Nathan & Liana Deboer
Serving in: Malawi
With: MSC Canada
Ministry:
Nathan & Liana are on a mission in Malawi, Africa, where they work to spread the gospel to the unreached while empowering smallholder farmers with regenerative agriculture techniques. This initiative, called “Agro-Mission,” aims to touch hearts and souls and revitalize depleted soils, ultimately eradicating both spiritual and physical poverty.
Moreover, supporters are invited to contribute to their famine relief project fund. With this support, they plan to provide 400 needy individuals with drip bucket irrigation systems. Through comprehensive training in sustainable agriculture and personal gospel sharing, they aim to uplift these communities. This project will span two years, with diligent follow-ups to ensure a sustainable impact for each group. Together, they hope to make a lasting difference for the most vulnerable.
With: MSC Canada
Ministry:
Nathan & Liana are on a mission in Malawi, Africa, where they work to spread the gospel to the unreached while empowering smallholder farmers with regenerative agriculture techniques. This initiative, called “Agro-Mission,” aims to touch hearts and souls and revitalize depleted soils, ultimately eradicating both spiritual and physical poverty.
Moreover, supporters are invited to contribute to their famine relief project fund. With this support, they plan to provide 400 needy individuals with drip bucket irrigation systems. Through comprehensive training in sustainable agriculture and personal gospel sharing, they aim to uplift these communities. This project will span two years, with diligent follow-ups to ensure a sustainable impact for each group. Together, they hope to make a lasting difference for the most vulnerable.
Bechara & Roula Karkafi
Serving in: Middle East & North Africa
With: FEB Central
Church Planting Ambassador to Arabic Communities
With: FEB Central
Church Planting Ambassador to Arabic Communities
Partners International - Cuba
Ministry:
The nation of Cuba is in economic disarray with shortages of food, medicine and fuel. Hundreds of thousands of people have fled the country to escape the hopeless living conditions including many church leaders. This leadership drain has been a big blow to the church which was in revival. It It is still illegal in Cuba to preach in public and no churches are allowed to be built, yet the church is on fire. In recent years, our partner the Convención Bautista de Cuba Oriental has rapidly grown to more than 550 churches, many planted by untrained Cuban lay missionaries.
The church's two big needs are (1) support for missionaries and (2) training for lay missionaries so that healthy churches can be established that will withstand government opposition and undermining by cults which are rampant.
Ministry focus
Partners International has worked together with the Baptist Convention for many years on a wide range of projects but our focus is working with the Mission Department to train and support missionaries.
The nation of Cuba is in economic disarray with shortages of food, medicine and fuel. Hundreds of thousands of people have fled the country to escape the hopeless living conditions including many church leaders. This leadership drain has been a big blow to the church which was in revival. It It is still illegal in Cuba to preach in public and no churches are allowed to be built, yet the church is on fire. In recent years, our partner the Convención Bautista de Cuba Oriental has rapidly grown to more than 550 churches, many planted by untrained Cuban lay missionaries.
The church's two big needs are (1) support for missionaries and (2) training for lay missionaries so that healthy churches can be established that will withstand government opposition and undermining by cults which are rampant.
Ministry focus
Partners International has worked together with the Baptist Convention for many years on a wide range of projects but our focus is working with the Mission Department to train and support missionaries.
Rob & Kathryn Fleming
Serving in: Tokyo, Japan
With: Fellowship International
Mission Address:
Fellowship International
PO Box 457
Guelph, ON N1H 6K9
Ph: (519) 821-4830 Ext. 224
Email: nnielsen@fellowship.ca
www.fellowship.ca
With: Fellowship International
Mission Address:
Fellowship International
PO Box 457
Guelph, ON N1H 6K9
Ph: (519) 821-4830 Ext. 224
Email: nnielsen@fellowship.ca
www.fellowship.ca
Calvin & Gabi Tiessen
Serving in: The Balkans
With: Life Action Ministries
Ministry: Calvin and Gabi are serving with Life Action Ministries, training the next generation of global missionaries. They facilitate training to prepare new workers for the challenges of serving cross-culturally and mentor these trainees in their field of service.
With: Life Action Ministries
Ministry: Calvin and Gabi are serving with Life Action Ministries, training the next generation of global missionaries. They facilitate training to prepare new workers for the challenges of serving cross-culturally and mentor these trainees in their field of service.
Dan & Melody Grove
Serving in: Bambalang, Cameroon
With: Wycliffe Bible Translators
Ministry:
We are leading a Bible Translation project targeting 10 languages on the Ndop Plain, NW. We have been in Cameroon since January 2000. Two languages are nearing the completion of the NT. We are targeting to have most of the other NT drafts completed by the end of 2018. The linguistic work should be finished up in 2019 and we have worked on creating sustainable literacy programs in each of the languages. Our current team includes several missionaries, 5 Cameroonian colleagues and around 19 local language translators.
Prayer Needs:
Pray for the completion of the New Testament drafts and then the 2-3 year work in finishing the texts for publishing. Satan does not want the Word to come to these people groups. Pray for our multi-cultural team, that we would continue to work together in harmony and towards a common goal. Pray for a sustainable long-term structure that will allow each of the language groups to move into Old Testament translation as they desire. Pray for political peace and stability in our area.
Country Information:
Cameroon is in central Africa between Nigeria and Chad. It is the only other English/French bilingual country in the world and has a population of around 18 million. It is rich in natural resources and yet has many of the same struggles that most African countries have. There is a current crisis in the Anglophone areas
Mission Address:
Wycliffe Bible Translators SIL
4316 10 St. NE
Calgary, AB
T2E 6K3
www.wycliffe.ca
Field Address:
BP 1299
Yaounde, Cameroon
Ph: ( 237) 77.93.36.63
Email: dan-melody_grove@sil.org
With: Wycliffe Bible Translators
Ministry:
We are leading a Bible Translation project targeting 10 languages on the Ndop Plain, NW. We have been in Cameroon since January 2000. Two languages are nearing the completion of the NT. We are targeting to have most of the other NT drafts completed by the end of 2018. The linguistic work should be finished up in 2019 and we have worked on creating sustainable literacy programs in each of the languages. Our current team includes several missionaries, 5 Cameroonian colleagues and around 19 local language translators.
Prayer Needs:
Pray for the completion of the New Testament drafts and then the 2-3 year work in finishing the texts for publishing. Satan does not want the Word to come to these people groups. Pray for our multi-cultural team, that we would continue to work together in harmony and towards a common goal. Pray for a sustainable long-term structure that will allow each of the language groups to move into Old Testament translation as they desire. Pray for political peace and stability in our area.
Country Information:
Cameroon is in central Africa between Nigeria and Chad. It is the only other English/French bilingual country in the world and has a population of around 18 million. It is rich in natural resources and yet has many of the same struggles that most African countries have. There is a current crisis in the Anglophone areas
Mission Address:
Wycliffe Bible Translators SIL
4316 10 St. NE
Calgary, AB
T2E 6K3
www.wycliffe.ca
Field Address:
BP 1299
Yaounde, Cameroon
Ph: ( 237) 77.93.36.63
Email: dan-melody_grove@sil.org
Steve & Jacquie Wilson
Serving in: Japan
With: Fellowship International
Ministry:
Our main ministry is at Christian Academy in Japan, a school established for the children of missionaries. We both serve on the leadership team of the school. Steve is the facilities coordinator. Jacquie is the elementary school principal until June, 2018 and will be the director of school support services (supporting homeschooling families across Japan and affiliate schools in the area of educational consulting) from July, 2018.
Our secondary ministry is involvement in church plant in downtown Tokyo. Steve serves on the
leadership council and worship team. Jacquie is involved with the welcome team and discipleship.
Steve has an evangelistic/friendship ministry to the jet skiing community, a subculture in Japan.
Prayer Needs:
Japan, a small country with a large population is still a nation with less than 1% evangelical Christian. A modern, fast paced society that is materialistic and focused on group mentality. The Japanese view Christianity as a foreign religion and one effective way to share the gospel is through their desire for meaningful relationships.
Mission Address:
FEB International
PO Box 457
Guelph, ON
N1H 6K9
Ph: 519-821-9829
www.fellowship.ca
With: Fellowship International
Ministry:
Our main ministry is at Christian Academy in Japan, a school established for the children of missionaries. We both serve on the leadership team of the school. Steve is the facilities coordinator. Jacquie is the elementary school principal until June, 2018 and will be the director of school support services (supporting homeschooling families across Japan and affiliate schools in the area of educational consulting) from July, 2018.
Our secondary ministry is involvement in church plant in downtown Tokyo. Steve serves on the
leadership council and worship team. Jacquie is involved with the welcome team and discipleship.
Steve has an evangelistic/friendship ministry to the jet skiing community, a subculture in Japan.
Prayer Needs:
- For the work of Christian Academy of Japan to fulfill it’s mission to “equip students to serve Japan and the world for Christ”.
- For the people of Japan and the Christian workers who are sharing the gospel with this lost nation.
- For God’s protection, blessing, growth in their lives and future direction for our daughters
- For God’s protection, blessing and direction in Steve and Jacquie’s lives, marriage and ministry
Japan, a small country with a large population is still a nation with less than 1% evangelical Christian. A modern, fast paced society that is materialistic and focused on group mentality. The Japanese view Christianity as a foreign religion and one effective way to share the gospel is through their desire for meaningful relationships.
Mission Address:
FEB International
PO Box 457
Guelph, ON
N1H 6K9
Ph: 519-821-9829
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✈️ Mission Trips
Upcoming Mission Trips
🇺🇸 Urbana 25
This December, over 20 of our young adults will be attending Urbana 25, one of the largest global missions conferences in North America. Thousands of students and young adults from around the world will gather to worship, learn, and respond to God’s call to make disciples of all nations.
We’re excited to see how God will use this experience to deepen their faith and ignite a lifelong passion for His mission — both here at home and across the world.
Would you join us in praying for our young adults as they prepare to go? Pray that their hearts would be open to God’s direction and that this trip would bear lasting fruit in their lives and ministries.
If you’d like to partner financially, you can allocate your giving to "Urbana" which will help cover registration, travel, and lodging costs for those attending. Every contribution makes a real difference in helping our next generation say “yes” to God’s mission!
We’re excited to see how God will use this experience to deepen their faith and ignite a lifelong passion for His mission — both here at home and across the world.
Would you join us in praying for our young adults as they prepare to go? Pray that their hearts would be open to God’s direction and that this trip would bear lasting fruit in their lives and ministries.
If you’d like to partner financially, you can allocate your giving to "Urbana" which will help cover registration, travel, and lodging costs for those attending. Every contribution makes a real difference in helping our next generation say “yes” to God’s mission!
🇯🇵 Japan
Bramalea Baptist Church is partnering with OM for a two-week short-term mission trip to Japan in July 2026. We’ll not only serve in outreach—we’ll also be an encouragement and support to the ongoing ministry of OM Japan, their team and local churches.
Join us at our Information Session on December 28th, right after the second service at 1 PM in the Youth Chapel. Snacks will be provided!
Applications will open shortly after the information session so if you're interested try your best to attend!
Date: Sunday, December 28th
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Bramalea Baptist Church Youth Chapel
Join us at our Information Session on December 28th, right after the second service at 1 PM in the Youth Chapel. Snacks will be provided!
Applications will open shortly after the information session so if you're interested try your best to attend!
Date: Sunday, December 28th
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Bramalea Baptist Church Youth Chapel
past mission trips
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
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In July 2025, our mission team traveled to the Dominican Republic to partner with our missionaries, the DeWeerds, in sharing God’s love through word and action. The team helped build a new church, led a vibrant VBS for children, and supported the DeWeerds in their ministry. It was a powerful time of service, fellowship, and seeing God at work. Thank you for your prayers and support—check out the video highlight from our trip!
🇲🇼 Malawi
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In September 2025, our mission team traveled to Malawi to partner with our missionaries, the Deboers, in their ministry. The team helped on their farm, supported community projects, led a Village Bible School, and organized a medical clinic for local families. It was an incredible week of service, connection, and witnessing God’s love at work in Malawi.
Our Local & Global Missions Team
Nestor Abdon
Local & Global Mission Pastor
nabdon@bramalea.org
(905) 451-6088 ext. 226
(905) 451-6088 ext. 226
Vince Parreno
Media & Administrative Assistant
vparreno@bramalea.org
(905) 451-6088 ext. 253
(905) 451-6088 ext. 253