Since we hadn’t had a retreat for a few years now, and being only a small group, we decided to invite the current and retired EMC missionaries with their kids and grandkids. This idea was met with enthusiasm, so we had a two-day retreat at the end of December 2022.

We are told that at this time of year this place is usually hopping with tourists coming out to enjoy the vast beaches, but this year is a little different. With all the protests going on, the town is quiet and tranquil.

Nicaragua is an extraordinarily beautiful country with amazingly resilient people. Sadly, these people live in a geographical region that is susceptible to natural disasters and political instability.

These missionaries remind us that no matter how competent and prepared we are, we will make mistakes when we step out, and that’s okay.

The longing for peace is tangible in East Africa especially among the South Sudanese refugees, as they long for an end to the suffering and their return to a country of peace.

In spite of obstacles, the 11th Polar Bear Marathon in Churchill, held on November 19, 2022, was completed—to God’s glory!

Welcome to the Minimalistic Art Edition of the Messenger missionary feature. This is the edition where I made a quick minimalist piece of art for everything God did in the last three months on our field in Northern Ireland. And by everything, I mean four things.

For a number of years EMC has been sending out teams to pray for missionaries on EMC-administrated mission fields. Those who have gone on such trips can testify to the blessing it is.

Three weeks ago, I started a program and I have consistently followed through with my intentions. A win.

The Board of Missions (BOM) held the annual Missionary Fellowship on June 8, 2022, to recognize the service of Lesley and Marianne Fast, who are soon moving back to the Netherlands.

Let me introduce you to my new home. It’s a city where roses bloom in the winter and some trees stay green all year.

Around 2009 I realized I was pastor to a lot of people who didn’t attend church while the church we had planted was losing momentum.