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Nigeria is a large and densely populated country in western Africa. It is a land of incredible resources and of incredible need. God is moving in Nigeria, but there is much violence between Muslims and Christians. While the country is modernizing and growing quickly there is still much physical and spiritual need.
Sylva Okorienta is our newest GO InterNational ministry partner. He is a committed believer who wants to see the lost come to Christ in Nigeria. He is also very interested in providing medical care to those who do not have access to doctors. His wife, Sylvahelen is an eye doctor. Sylva operates a Christian business that imports and distributes pharmaceuticals. A group of Christian businessmen from Lexington, Kentucky helped Sylva get the business started and provide oversight. All proceeds from the business go to ministry to the poor and needy.
GO will work with Sylva to provide Community Health Evangelism training and medical and dental mission teams. We will also assist the church in Nigeria by providing leadership and pastoral training. We have an open invitation to come to Nigeria and work with the church there to help win souls and minister to the poor and vulnerable.
Nigeria is a country that is growing at a very fast pace. The church must be diligent and effective if we are to keep pace with growth of Islam and the cults. Will you help us train pastors and future Christian leaders and provide medical care to those who need it? Your support of our ministry in Nigeria will help purchase a 15 passenger van that will serve as a mobile clinic. Please pray for the church in Nigeria. If you are interested in travelling to Nigeria to serve on a medical, training or work team, please respond to this email. We are scheduling teams for 2013 and expect to take at least two to Nigeria. Thank you for your partnership.
Ron Houp
Sr. Vice President |
