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Issue 114
1 June 2006
Download a PDF file of Issue 114 [1.59 MB] Called to the CitySIM’s recent Seize the Day Review showed that while SIM workers already serve in many urban centers around the world, we need to place even more emphasis on cities. Why? The answer is simple: people! The Multiplication FactorAccessible. Non-threatening. Family-friendly. Portable. This is “The Church in Your House,” a church-planting movement that empowers lay leaders and small groups gathering in Jesus’ name to reach their neighborhoods for Christ. Saving this GenerationThe Ethiopian Kale Heywet Church (EKHC), in partnership with SIM, is making a huge impact in Addis Ababa through its HIV and AIDS ministries. Disicple in a Communist LandIt’s not easy to follow Jesus in a communist society. When we met Lia (not her real name) in May 2005, she was said to be “worldly, materialistic and not interested in spiritual matters,” although she had been introduced to Christ two years earlier. New Partners in AsiaSIM is privileged to welcome these workers as members of FilSIM, a new entity under SIM Philippines designed for Filipino ethnic missionaries who share SIM’s vision to reach ethnic minorities. New Partners—Inside LookI observed how faithfully my Filipino friends served, rain or shine, with little thanks and only a small allowance. With great joy I welcome the news that these dear friends are now members of FilSIM. Children at Risk Prayer FellowshipThe infamous slums of Nairobi, Kenya, are home to hundreds of thousands of children, called “children at risk” for obvious reasons. Cape Town AngelsThe Cape Town Angels football team is making an impact on at-risk girls. Knights of the KingLima, Peru, meet to learn together in The School of Biblical Manhood (La Escuela de Caballeros Biblicos). 88,000 Neighbors Need GodChrist has shifted the focus of their lives. Now their passion is to offer the good news of hope and salvation to the 88,000 people living in their apartment complex. New Open Doors for Sports FriendsFour years ago, Brian Davidson and I, with our families, embarked on a mission to Ethiopia. We were convinced that sports could be a powerful tool that churches and church planters could use to build bridges to youth and their families. Love in Any LanguageIn Peru, English classes are opening doors to show university students the love of Christ. Miraculous EncounterI immediately stopped the truck. He stepped outside. Then we prayed for God to direct someone to us. Moments later a “Q” warrior walked up out of the darkness...
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