Strengthening Pastors Across Brazil Through Mentorship
In August of last year, the SARA Institute made an intentional shift in how it communicates its mission. The word “association,” which felt too much like a social club, was replaced with “SARA Fraternity,” a term that better reflects the ministry’s deep commitment to journeying alongside pastors in friendship and relationship.
Read MoreOur recent visit to Tete Province, Mozambique, was both productive and deeply inspiring. I traveled with Outreach Foundation Trustee Tom McDow and my wife, Elizabeth. While we had hoped for a larger team, we scaled back due to lingering unrest following Mozambique’s national elections.
We visited several villages alongside our local partners, including project director Sebber Banda, assistant director Rev. Carlos Faquione, and Presbytery Moderator Rev. Valentim Manuel. In Chimphako, we laid the groundwork for a new church to be built in 2026.
Read MoreFrom International Antioch Ministries
We are overjoyed to share a powerful testimony from Brother Hossein, one of our courageous leaders in Iran. Amid the ongoing challenges of the Iran-Israel conflict, Hossein has opened his modest home to both believers and non-believers seeking refuge from fear and uncertainty. His heart burns with a passion to share the love of Jesus, and his home has become a sanctuary where the Gospel is proclaimed.
Read MoreFor many years, The Outreach Foundation has worked with partners in western Ethiopia in six United Nations refugee camps. Hundreds of thousands of refugees remain in the camps. Through partnership with U.S. churches and donors, we have been blessed to minister to and provide hope through trauma healing, Bibles in the Nuer language, and Christian education. A retired Outreach consultant recently traveled to Ethiopia and was given permission to visit several camps. He was hosted by the Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus (EECMY) West Gambella Synod. Here are excerpts from the report:
Read MoreEarlier this May, we at the Children’s Bible Ministry in Cuba had the joy of welcoming a team from The Outreach Foundation and First Presbyterian Church in Thomasville, Georgia. From the moment we gathered, there was a deep sense of shared gratitude and expectancy. Among our visitors was Rev. Deena Candler, whose heart for children in Cuba has never wavered. As we caught up, she pulled up photos from her last visit in December 2022—photos of the very first children in our “Learning with Jesus” program.
Read MoreDear Supporters-
We write to you with heavy hearts, as our beloved land is once again caught in the midst of war and violence. The ongoing turmoil in the region has brought not only fear and uncertainty but also a deepening economic crisis. The closures across the West Bank have made daily life increasingly difficult for our staff, students, and community.
Read MoreIn the Shadow of Crisis, the Light of Christ Shines
As the devastation continues for our Persian Diaspora Partners, each day comes with new stories of how they continue to be the beacon of Christ’s light in difficult times. We have included a few of these partner stories below.
Read MoreEvery season of change brings both opportunities and challenges. As we give thanks for the faithful and fruitful legacy of the Presbyterian Church (USA)’s World Mission Ministry, we continue to receive challenging news from our partners who have been affected by the discontinuation of the Ministry’s work. One such partner is the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Cairo (ETSC). Since 1863, ETSC has been dedicated to preparing and equipping pastors and church leaders to serve in Egypt and beyond.
Read MoreJavier first came to the Children’s Bible Ministry program, Learning with Jesus, at the Guanabacoa Presbyterian Church in January 2022. From the start, his parents—Yuraimis and Javier—were deeply engaged. They regularly attended Parent School sessions, listened closely to teachers' feedback, and eagerly welcomed support in caring for their son's education and well-being.
Read MoreA New Chapter for SET in Cuba: Hope, Growth, and the Gospel Amid Hardship
Since June of last year, something remarkable has been unfolding at Seminario Evangélico de Teología (SET) in Matanzas, Cuba. Through perseverance, prayer, and the faithful support of partners like you, we have embarked on a season of renewal—both in spirit and in infrastructure.
Read MoreOne year ago, our team at the NOVUS Foundation gathered in prayer, seeking direction for the next step in our mission. On February 18, 2024, we simply asked: "Lord, show us what's next."
Exactly one year later, to the day, God answered in the most extraordinary way.
Read MoreFrom the windswept high desert of Durango to the sweltering tropical Pacific coast lowlands of Colima, the Spirit of God is on the move in a mighty way in this predominantly Catholic country. Since 2021, The Outreach Foundation has partnered with the National Presbyterian Church of México (INPM) to advance the Gospel and mature disciples for Christ’s kingdom. The Presbyterian church is alive and thriving south of the border, with 8,000 congregations and over six million members.
Read MoreAt The Outreach Foundation, we are continually inspired by the vibrant and courageous ministry of our partner, the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Egypt. We are deeply grateful for your support and prayers, which empower this church to fulfill its mission. Today, we are happy to share a glimpse of how God is moving through our partners in Egypt.
Read MoreLast year, Zimbabwe experienced its worst drought in over 40 years. The skies stayed silent, the crops withered, rivers dried up, and cattle died in alarming numbers. It was a year of scarcity, sorrow, and struggle.
Read MoreIt’s with hearts full of gratitude that we share what God is doing through your prayers and support in Varginha, Florianópolis, and Curitiba, Brazil. These aren’t just cities on a map—they are fields where the seeds of faith are taking root, growing into thriving communities of Christ-followers. Here are just a few glimpses of the Kingdom work unfolding:
Read More“Our region desperately needs your prayers and support.” This is the heartfelt plea from our partner, Together for the Family (TFF). In the land where believers were first called Christians (Acts 11:26), Christians and other minority groups are enduring unbearable economic, religious, and social hardships. Syria’s collapsed economy and Islamist rule have forced millions to flee in search of safety. Many have sought refuge in Lebanon, a country grappling with its own deepening crisis.
Read MoreThe Compassion Ministries in Brazil are focused on preventing and rescuing people living on society's margins. Operating in the old downtown area of São Paulo, in the region known as Crackland, many lives are devastated by marginalization and poverty.
Read MoreDariush Golbaghi and his energetic team with Safehouse Ministries have shared some updates with us! For security purposes, we cannot share locations, and names have been changed.
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