NEW HARVEST MISSIONS INTERNATIONAL FUNDRAISING

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1 FUNDRAISING N E W H A R V E S T M I S S I O N S I N T E R N A T I O N A L

2 Dear New Harvest Missions International Supporters, The Christmas season is quickly approaching, and many of us will be called to revisit the nativity stories of the newborn baby in the manger. Our thoughts and worship will be focused on the wise men following the star, the little town of Bethlehem, and the birth of the Lord Jesus, yet the story of Christ s birth is not completely joyful. It also speaks of poverty, extreme suffering, violence, persecution, discrimination, and affliction. The beloved Christmas story is relevant and meaningful to many cultures; however, it is vital to Christian communities in Muslim West Africa where many still suffer persecution, violence, and poverty. Through generous partners, God is using NHMI to provide hope, service, and support to thousands of oppressed Christians and communities that endure pitiful, heart-breaking, and appalling conditions. There are no medical facilities, no schools for children, no income generating activities, and no place of worship. Untrained church leaders struggle in their role, and many people have never heard the Christmas story. We believe the Lord is calling NHMI to stand with these people and proclaim the message of the gospel through our various ministries. As you prepare to celebrate this Christmas season, please remember Muslim West Africa in your prayers. We are so thankful to God for His faithfulness to us by enabling NHMI to serve brothers and sisters in Muslim West Africa through thriving ministries. I m pleased to present you with this New Harvest Missions International end of the year donation booklet designed to provide an overview of these diverse ministry projects in Muslim West Africa. For the sake of the Nations till He comes, R E V. N A T H A N I E L A D A W O N U P R E S I D E N T & C E O O F N H M I / A C D I

3 OUR MISSION IS TO REACH THE IMPRESSIONABLE AND DEFENSELESS PEOPLE THROUGH THE GOSPEL. Mobile medical clinic and evangelism. Support and caring for NHMI church planters, pastors and workers on the field. We would like to ask supporting churches, ministry friends, individual donors, and foundations to prayerfully assist us in raising these vital funds. Please give serious consideration to being a part of NHMI s kingdom work. Partnership funds will be key enablers of ministry projects critical to continuing development and implementation of comprehensive church planting activities in Muslim West African countries. NHMI is working diligently to accomplish several ongoing ministries projects in the year These collaborative ventures will collectively encompass: Church planting, and discipleship. Theological education and leadership development. Child sponsorship and construction of Christian elementary school. Microloan for income generating project and business training. OUR VISION Burdened for Reformed Churches To establish indigenous Reformed churches and denominations that will make a significant gospel impact within the cultures, people groups, communities and generations in West Africa. Building Relationships To connect churches in Muslim dominated West Africa with churches universally for the purpose of building strategic partnerships, training pastors and producing leaders. Holistic Ministry To pursue economic development ministry activities that directly support new church planting and sustain the existing church plants. FOR PROJECTS TOTAL $120,000

4 MUSLIM WEST AFRICA MINISTRY PROJECT OVERVIEW Church Planting in Northern Togo The passion driving this ongoing project is to witness a person, a tribe, and a village so impacted with the power of the gospel that regions, and the nation is transformed. Integral to this transformation process is church planting and the raising up of strong national leadership that will equip new believers to spread the message of God s redemption and love. NHMI has witnessed the huge impact and success of this approach through the planting and establishment of many churches. Currently funds are needed to support NHMI s efforts of planting 5 new churches in a Muslim stronghold, the northern region of Togo. Investment in this region is a key evangelistic frontier in Togo. We have church planters ready to go, but we lack the funds to send them to these newly targeted areas. Requested funds will help cover evangelistic outreach, locate a place for core group worship, church planter housing, and much more. Ongoing National Discipleship Program NHMI views discipleship as the spiritual lifeblood of our churches, as we continue to train leaders and grow church membership through mentorship, leadership seminars, Sunday school classes, prayer meetings, and group bible studies to acquire in-depth biblical knowledge. These activities involve applying gospel truth to believer s lives, lived faithfully following our savior. TOTAL $6,000

5 EMPOWERING THIS GENERATION AND THE NEXT WITH EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP. Ongoing Seminary Campus Construction This project is the completion of administration building including three classrooms, three offices, a library, three faculty offices, and a multi-purpose hall. We are making progress; however, we are still in need of the necessary funds to complete the first phase. TOTAL $35,000 Ongoing Theological Education & Leadership Development IBTAO or West African Bible and theological seminary in Togo exists to train, equip and produce quality biblical theological education, as well as provide leadership skills for national pastor s church planters and leaders who bring a unique contribution to the mission. This ministry project not only impacts the church in West Africa but also widens West African church s understanding of God s mission. Funds requested will cover administrative operations, academic resources and three leadership seminars for all NHMI pastors, church planters, and leaders.

6 Child Sponsorship: Bridge of Hope Funds This project is the completion of administration building including three classrooms, three offices, a library, three faculty offices, and a multi-purpose hall. We are making progress; however, we are still in need of the necessary funds to complete the first phase. Ongoing Christian Elementary School Construction NHMI serves in regions often neglected by the national government. These areas often face chronic unemployment and are unable to obtain education for their children. No other local public educational options are available and many children struggle to enroll in schools because of poverty. Even those who may have enrolled, face risks of not completing their elementary education. Quality education comes with a heavy cost and of the under privileged children do not have the possibility to receive a paid education. As a result, so many remain illiterate with a high rate of poverty in the region. The local officials have difficulty providing educational need for the communities. With these realities, NHMI is building Christian elementary schools to provide a supportive, learning environment that will be the first-of its kind in the for the community, region, and surrounding areas. Microloan Project: Northern Togo This project is designed to help individuals, churches, and groups in Northern Togo by providing local Christians with the opportunity to start a small business, receive the necessary training to operate, manage and grow their business, while generating income for their families and churches.

7 Most importantly, this ministry also provides a platform for building relationships that leads to the sharing of the gospel. Mobile Medical Clinic Evangelism is our focus as we treat patients with various physical needs. NHMI medical care outreach provides services that are a means to share the gospel with patients and their families. Ministry workers witness to the patient and share the full gospel with them. As a mobile clinic, NHMI will set-up clinics in churches and schools in order to reach the people who do not have a way to travel to a hospital. By going to a remote village, the poorest of the poor can get medical care and spiritual healing. GIVING All funding of these projects is made possible only by the love and generosity of supporters like you. If the Lord lays it on your heart to make a gift to help with NHMI ministries in Muslim West Africa, be assured that your generosity will bring real hope and joy to Christian brothers and sisters in great need. All of your gifts are tax deductible. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE TO ANY OF OUR PROJECTS, PLEASE MAKE A CHECK OUT TO: New Harvest Missions International or NHMI AND MAIL TO: New Harvest Missions International PO Box 458 Elfers, Florida 34680

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