Perhaps many of you have wondered how things are going on our mission field in Chad since the crisis that became the focus of our prayers in February. Following is an update from Matthew Rogness, Executive Director of World Missions that he asked me to pass on to you. - MAJ

Dear friends,

Over the past several months you have been praying for the people of Chad and our missionaries there because of a rebel attack on Ndjamena that attempted to overthrow the government. The resulting humanitarian crisis and the evacuation of our missionaries have had far reaching consequences. Because of the generous financial support from the Church here in North America, we have been able to send funds to help our sister Churches deal with the humanitarian needs and we have been able to address the evacuation needs of our missionaries. I returned two weeks ago from Chad, Cameroon, and France, where I consulted with our missionaries on the ground. This is my report to you who have so faithfully prayed. Read more