How Water Projects Are Transforming Communities
Water Projects Creating Opportunities for Discipleship and Education In the first quarter of 2026, SOM South America has continued to
Conference Gathers Indigenous Pastors in South America
An Atmosphere of All-Day Praise Before sunrise, the sound system was already on. By daylight, the seats were full with
Good News on the Move in Latin America
God is good—and that’s an understatement! The blessing of the Lord is surrounding His people in extraordinary ways. What an
Hope Amid Disaster: Flood Relief for Venezuela
When historic flooding struck along the Colombia–Venezuela border this summer, more than 7,000 families were left in crisis. People lost
Fueling Revival: Meeting the Massive Demand for Bibles
Revival is breaking out across Latin America. In the midst of overwhelming hardship, people are turning to the Lord, and
Clean Water, Clean Hearts
How Access to Safe Water Opens Doors for the Gospel in South America In remote parts of South America, where
Honoring Albert Luepnitz
Albert William Luepnitz, who passed away on February 13, 2025, at the age of 99, led a life marked by profound
Empowering Tribes through Radio Broadcasting
The logistics continue moving forward for two new high-powered radio stations for tribal people in Colombia and Venezuela. Effective Radio
An Unwavering Mission for Biblical Literacy
Meet "Miguel," a dedicated Venezuelan missionary who tirelessly distributes Bibles and trains others to carry out missionary work in his
Teaching, Loving, and Learning in South America
A testimony from Tim, a Canadian Christian, after attending a Bible conference with the South American people he once lived
Love, No Matter What
At SOM International, God has introduced us to a special person, a remarkable leader, in every region where we serve. Each
Children in the Persecuted Church Worldwide
Children Inspire Hope in the Face of Persecution Years ago in India, SOM CEO David Witt interviewed a high-caste, Hindu-background
The Lord Extends His Grace to Us
An Update from South America The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth. Beloved, I wish that
Latin America Update: Touching Reality
Bible Distribution This month’s update comes via a letter from Santiago, a Canadian partner with SOM International who supports the
Believers Pleading for More Resources
By SOM Colombia Staff Thousands of pastors and congregations are urgently requesting our materials as the unprecedented harvest of souls continues to
Off-Grid Adventures: Delivering Portable Water Treatment Systems
My father told me the story of Moses praying over the mountain with his hands lifted up while Joshua and the people
Is the Jubilee Bible a Good Translation?
Russell Stendal Answers the Question, "Is the Jubilee Bible a Good Translation?" Jubilee Bible Prioritizes Context and Spirit of Truth By Russell
This is God’s Time for Either Repentance or Collapse
Venezuelan Economy Collapsing Twenty-five years ago, some of my Colombian pastor friends, thinking that their Venezuelan counterparts were too proud and arrogant,
Bible Delivery
Dangerous Conditions Mark the Bible Delivery Journey Encouraging Bible delivery testimonies abound as we travel into remote areas like dangerous Colombia -Venezuela
First Shipments of Bibles Arrive in Venezuela
Anticipation has been building in Venezuela for many months amidst the P Tribe. After working for 25 years, a Bible translator has
Fall Shipment of Bibles Passed through Customs
Shipment of Bibles Makes it Through Customs Amidst Many Challenges As the Economic Situation Deteriorates in Places like Venezuela, the Spiritual Revival
Explosive Growth in Broadcast, Desperate Need for Bibles in Venezuela
Broadcast Expands, but the Need for Bibles in Venezuela is Desperate Our radio broadcast has reached a new tribe in Venezuela in
Risking Much for the Gospel | Venezuela
Braving Danger to Deliver Bibles, Books and Radios for Venezuelans Nearly 1400 miles border Columbia and Venezuela, where mission field workers risk
Why Christians are #1 Persecuted People in the World
Christians face daily threats around the world In countries where freedom of faith is only a distant dream, Christians face persecution every
Bibles by the Boatload in Venezuela
Bible Delivery: Bibles by the Boatload in Venezuela By Russell and Marina Stendal Turmoil and unrest continue to increase in the world
New Far Reaching Radio Tower Covers All Venezuela
Installing radio towers is not for the faint of heart. Climbing up to elevated heights is daunting. Facing strong winds in high
My Father’s Heart by Alethia Stendal
My Father's Heart by Alethia Stendal EXCERPT FROM ALETHIA'S BOOK: In the past, there have been lots of chances of turning back,
One Million Bibles For Venezuela
Transporting this Amount of Bibles per Week for 100 Weeks In order to reach our goal of one million Bibles for Venezuela we
Lomalinda: A Beautiful Hill by Russell Stendal, Jr.
Lomalinda is a beautiful place! by Russell Stendall, Jr. It’s located in the plains of eastern Colombia, however Lomalinda isn’t flat. Lomalinda
Article about Russell Stendal – by Douglas Feavel
Article About Russell Stendal But You Care, Don’t You? When a man’s ways please the Lord. (Proverbs 16:7) The window for openly
The Lone Ranger by Russell Stendal
The Unquenchable Life (A Study of Acts Chapters 8 – 28) by Russell M. Stendal Introduction I have been called a
