In Tete Province of northwestern Mozambique, The Outreach Foundation supports a holistic evangelism project that is transforming thousands of lives. These efforts have helped the Presbyterian Church in Mozambique establish over 70 new congregations in the last ten years and reach out to the people in the area. The spirit of the Christians in Tete is contagious. Those who visit from U.S. congregations are humbled and encouraged.Contributions have helped to replace grass churches with brick structures. Wells have brought clean water into villages, church leaders receive regular training, and evangelists use bicycles to spread the Good News. Lively drama performances highlight issues such as child and women abuse and health situations, as well. Plans are underway to train Village Health Assistants to help villagers access medical care where hospitals are not available.
The Lay Training Program was established in Tete to train elders and evangelists in new ways to care for the congregation as the church continues to grow and develop ideas to help believers in this very remote area. Subjects involve evangelism and church planting, church leadership skills, stewardship and giving, HIV/AIDS and the role of the church, Bible study, conflict management and resolution, church and women in development roles, and more. Training and seminars are necessary for both women and men in church leadership.
