UPDATES FROM THE FIELD:

2023

April

In April, Simon returned ministered in Nataaba, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir Villages. He also shared the Gospel in two new villages: Moru arengan and Nakwaatal. 8 people were saved. Simon is still training 5 believers how to start their own Lighthouses and distribute more DMM material. This month 10 Lighthouses were established in the 3 towns that he has been minitering in. He also distributed 10 Audio Bibles and 5 DMM Bookmarks. Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility and need for education for both adults and children. He prays that people will come to Christ and also be healed from their addictions.

March

In March, Simon continued sharing the Gospel in Nataaba, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir Villages and 7 people were accepted Christ. Simon is still training 5 believers how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups) and how to share their faith stories with others. He was able to distribute 10 Audio Bibles and 3 DMM Bookmarks this month. Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility and need for education for both adults and children. He prays that people will come to Christ and also be healed from their addictions.

February

In February, Simon returned to sharing the Gospel in Nataaba, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir Villages after taking time to be with his family in Turkana in the month of January. When he came returned the people were excited to see him and listened to his Gospel message. 4 people were saved. Simon is still training 5 believers how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups). Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility and need for education for both adults and children. He prays that people will come to Christ and also be healed from their addictions.

2022

November

In November, Simon continued sharing the Gospel in Nataaba, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir Villages. 9 people were saved. He was able to distribute 10 Audio Bibles and 5 DMM Bookmarks this month to believers. Simon is still training 5 believers how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups). Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility and need for education for both adults and children. They are grateful for the rainfall.

October

In October, Simon continued sharing the Gospel in Nataaba, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir Villages. 25 people were saved and baptized! Simon is still training 5 believers how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups). Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility and need for education for both adults and children. They are grateful for the rainfall.

September

In September, Simon continued sharing the Gospel in Nataaba, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir Villages. 6 people were saved this month. Simon is still training 5 believers how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups). Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility, need for education for both adults and children, and water scarcity. They are grateful for the rainfall.

August

In August, Simon shared the Gospel in Nataaba, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir Villages. He continues to meet with the believers weekly, encouraging and discipling them. 4 people were saved this month. Simon is still training 5 believers how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups). Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility, need for education for both adults and children, and water scarcity. They are grateful for the rainfall.

June

In June, Simon continued sharing the Gospel in Moruarengan, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir Villages. Simon will continue ministering to these villages weekly. 4 people were saved this month. 5 believers are being trained how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups). Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility, need for education for both adults and children, and water scarcity. They are grateful for the the rainfall.

May

In May, Simon shared the Gospel in 3 Toposa villages – Moruarengan, Kalominakung, and Nawoyatiir. The people have been positive and welcoming. 5 people were saved this month. 5 believers are being trained how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups). Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility, need for education for both adults and children, and water scarcity. They are grateful for the short rains that came this month.

April

In April, Simon shared the Gospel in 3 Toposa villages – Kapelinyang, Kalominakung, and Kakomol-tom. 2 people accepted Christ as Savior, and 15 Audio Bibles were handed out to believers. 3 believers are being trained how to become Champions; they should be forming Lighthouses soon. Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility, need for education for both adults and children, and water scarcity.

March 

In March, Simon shared the Gospel in 3 Toposa villages – Natirae, Nakamita, and Morua-rengan/Nakwatal. The people have been positive and welcoming. 3 believers are being trained how to start their own Lighthouses (discipleship groups). Some of the major challenges in the area are lack of a medical facility, need for education for both adults and children, and water scarcity.