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Testimony: Overcoming Isolation by Faith
Lighthouse Leader Overcomes Extreme Isolation by Faith Unfortunately, even though I was married for ten years and blessed with two children, my husband left me in 2016 because he was in a relationship with another
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 their native language for the first time. We have contacted a large tribe
Message from a Bible Translator
Bible Translation and Distribution Impacts Community For those living in the land of information overload, it’s difficult to conceive of a world without phones, the internet, radio, information, and access to a Bible translation in
SOM Latin America
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 much for the Gospel
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 day. Additionally, National leaders
[PHOTO GALLERY] 2020 Highlights from South America
2020 Highlights from South America 2020 Highlights Reported by: Russell and Marina Stendal In reflecting back on the highlights in 2020, it was a very productive and
SOM Mexico
Extreme Poverty In Mexico: Solutions
Helping Impoverished Tribes in Mexico Become Self-Sustainable Recently, we visited a mountainous tribal group who were anxious to see their crops grow. Indeed, this was a sign of hope, for those in extreme poverty. Hope
SOM India
The Miraculous Gift of a Bicycle for a Church Planter in India
Testimony of a Church Planter in India I thank the Lord for His call upon my life during this global pandemic crisis. Due to the reduction of our work hours, I am experiencing much
SOM Muslim World
North Africa: Banner Class of 209 Church Planters Graduate
Discipleship Schools Flourish in North Africa In mid-June, the North Africa church planting schools graduated 209 students! In this country's history, this number of church planters commissioned at once stands
Northwest Africa Leadership Expanding Monthly
Report: Mission Fields in Northwest Africa God is doing wonderful things in our lives! The Northwest Africa Director reports: “The church planting schools are doing fantastic! I just came back
Persecution of the Early Church
The Persecution of the First Missionary and Martyr to Muslims His name sounds like he could lull you to sleep, but Ramon Llull is more of a lion than a
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Message from a Bible Translator
Bible Translation and Distribution Impacts Community For those living in the land of information overload, it’s difficult to conceive of a world without phones, the internet, radio, information, and access
God’s Goats in Bangladesh Gain Ground
Often, the Image of the Goat Gets a Bad Rap If a player causes their team to lose a game, he is considered the “goat.” Jesus divides the sheep, and
Deadly Protests: Colombia
Opportunities for Clear Witness Amidst Deadly Protests in Colombia Imposing severe and prolonged COVID-19 lockdowns President Duque of Colombia finally realized this was bankrupting the country. Then, in desperation, he pushed
Sewing Discipleship Ministry Expanding in Bangladesh
Sewing Ministry is Growing In what has already been effective in India, the Sewing Discipleship ministry is now getting more established in Bangladesh. The women from six Lighthouse schools who
Myanmar | Global Alliance Releases Joint Statement on Coup Crisis
Refugees fleeing Myanmar arrive in Bangladesh. Photo credit: Patrick Brown /UNICEF Global Alliance Condemns Myanmar’s Military Regime’s “Total Disregard” for Freedom of Religion or Belief The Religious Liberty Partnership
Promise Keepers: Do You Have Summer Plans?
Promise Keepers is partnering with SOM International to mobilize thousands of men across the USA. SOM International is inviting men to join us in the SOM section of the stadium
Developments from the Mission Field
Breakthroughs, Bibles, and Broadcasting in Latin America By Russell and Marina Stendal Work continues to advance on many different fronts. Vast breakthrough developments: we are getting ready for another major
Stephen’s Last Words as the First Martyr for Christ
Stephen faces persecution in the Early Church Adorned and honored. His name means “crown” or “wreath." The first martyr Stephen is one of the honored and crowned leaders facing persecution in
