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1 GIFT CATALOG celebrate Christ transform LIVES GFA.ORG/GIFT

2 If you had the opportunity to visit the mission field, there would be thousands of people you could meet whose lives have been touched by gifts such as chickens, goats and rickshaws. These unlikely gifts brought them a means of income they most likely never could have gained otherwise. Through the care of national missionaries in their communities and the generosity of people around the world, recipients of these gifts are finding hope, both in this world and in the love of Christ. I can t think of a better way to celebrate the birth of our Lord than by introducing His love to more of the people He came into this world for. Imagine the gratitude you would feel knowing Jesus provided you a gift that would help feed your family three meals a day for the first time in months or that would enable you to send your child to school with new clothes. Every Christmas, people around the world are experiencing the blessing of helping families meet basic needs they couldn t possibly meet before. In 2017, more than 234,000 people in Asia received gifts like those in this catalog. You can be part of honoring Christ this Christmas by sharing His love and grace with even more people. I hope you ll be excited as you flip through the pages of this catalog and see so many ways you can impact lives. May the Lord fill you with great joy as you celebrate His birth. Yours for the people of Asia, K.P. Yohannan Founder and Director 2 transforming communities through God s love

3 Clenched in poverty s tight grip, Mahavir (pictured with his family) struggled to find enough work as a wage laborer to feed his wife and three children. They went some days without food in their tiny, dilapidated home. When he was invited to a GFA-supported Christmas gift distribution, he came in desperate need of tin sheets, which would provide proper shelter. But after receiving the gift, Mahavir realized he faced another problem: He couldn t afford transportation to haul them home. Thankfully, when Mahavir asked to exchange gifts with a friend, the man gladly traded his pair of pigs for the tin sheets. Delighted with their gift, Mahavir and his wife diligently provided the pigs with nutritious food. The pigs grew large and soon produced offspring. Mahavir sold some piglets to purchase what he once couldn t bring home: tin sheets. In addition to completing needed home improvements, Mahavir has gotten to purchase new clothes for his family. After getting these piglets, I really have seen the works of prayer and what faith can really do, Mahavir says. My faith is growing day by day. Mahavir s family is one of many who have witnessed the compassion of a God who answers prayer and meets all their needs. By purchasing gifts in this catalog, you can show more families the Father s deep love. GFA Is Transforming Communities Through God s Love by: Equipping thousands of national workers Educating 70,000 children Freeing families from cycles of poverty Saving lives through clean water and medical care Uniting the Body of Christ in prayer The gifts in this catalog are just some of many ways we are doing this! Give life-changing gifts by mailing the enclosed form, calling , or visiting gfa.org/gift. 3

4 Go Ahead, Milk Em for All They re Worth Asheep s rich milk is an excellent source of calcium an essential nutrient for young children and makes delicious cheese. Income from selling milk or offspring can provide education, food, medical care or a multitude of other valuable needs for families. And healthier, stronger families mean healthier, stronger communities! Lamb 1505 $65 4 GFA.ORG/GIFT

5 Gifts from the Stable Goats can rapidly improve a family s financial situation. In the case of one father (pictured below with his wife), one pair of goats enabled him to start a goat farm with more than 75 goats to milk or sell. He built a house for his family and sent his children to school, offering them a better future than his parents were able to offer him when he was a child. Goats 1504 $140 per pair I just received my Christmas catalog in the mail yesterday. I was wondering what to give my pastor for his birthday today, and the idea came to me suddenly to donate a lamb in his honor. Thank you for making these gifts available! Suzanne from Arizona 5

6 These portly critters bring powerful financial breakthroughs to needy families. Piglets fetch a good price in market, which enables families to buy whatever they need, and adult pigs provide ample meat for selling or eating. Pigs 1503 $65 per pair I am so happy for God providing me these two piglets.... I have already started thinking about what to do with these piglets.... I will give them good food so that they grow big. In the future, they will give birth to several piglets. I am already seeing that these pigs will bring... income to my family. Laghuvi (pictured with one of her two pigs) 6 Give life-changing gifts by mailing the enclosed form, calling , or visiting gfa.org/gift.

7 Gifts from the Stable Cheap Gift, Big Impact! The gift of chickens supplements a family s income and often helps a family get on its feet financially. Hungry families can eat or sell the nutritious eggs, or they can hatch chicks to increase their flock and later have more eggs and chicks to sell. These birds of a feather multiply quickly, taste just like chicken and are really cheep! Chickens 1501 $11 per pair It is a commandment from the Bible to love the poor and the needy. So, whatever we do today, by helping the poor and the needy, we are actually fulfilling God s commandment. Gunalan, a GFA-supported pastor 7

8 Plow a Field, Haul a Cart, Give Some Milk, Make Some Fuel Cows and the milk they produce help families grow stronger, healthier and more financially secure. After the death of my husband, I was really helpless and broken, but [my pastor] encouraged me time and time again to stand firm in faith. Now I am very happy to have a cow, said Danna (pictured in frame), a widow and mother of four children. This cow will give birth; then I can get milk from this cow. I will sell the milk to the milk factory to get money for the expenses of my family. My children will also have milk to drink. This cow will be really an amazing gift for our living. Thank you. Cow 1506 $375 8 And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. Colossians 3:17

9 Gifts from the Stable Water buffalo are powerful animals often used to plow fields. They produce milk for drinking or selling, and their dung can be used as fuel for cooking. A water buffalo will greatly improve a family s financial situation! Water Buffalo 1507 $460 GFA.ORG/GIFT

10 Why Choose One Animal? Bless Multiple Families! By choosing an animal bundle, you get to help multiple families rise out of poverty. Each bundle provides several critters, such as those listed below. Sorry, no reindeer included! Barnyard Bundle 1550 $678 Six chickens Two goats Two pigs One lamb One cow Junior Barnyard Bundle 1557 $152 Four chickens Two pigs One lamb Noah s Ark Package 1556 $2,016 Two chickens Two pigs Two goats Two lambs Two cows Two water buffalo 10 Give life-changing gifts by mailing the enclosed form, calling , or visiting gfa.org/gift.

11 Gifts from the Stable 11 We relish this opportunity to take time each Christmas Eve to give before we receive anything and look forward to the chance again next year! Maria from Delaware 11

12 Hope on Wheels Bicycles save national workers time and energy, enabling them to minister to more people and to visit believers they disciple more often. Bicycles may also be given to others in need, helping break the cycle of poverty by enabling parents to find jobs in more distant places or by making it possible for students to travel to their remote schools. Bicycle 1010 $110 Sometimes I was not able to reach my destination traveling by bus, as the road was broken on the way. I had to return back. But with the bicycle, I am able to cross any such hurdles and reach my destination. Pastor Dhiraj Amotorcycle enables a pastor to serve distant fellowships, giving people the leadership, counsel and prayer they need to grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. Motorcycle 1012 $1,200 Give a Portion: $ For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now I will arise, says the Lord; I will set him in the safety for which he yearns. Psalm 12:5

13 Gifts for Ministry O er the Fields We Go Aheavy-duty vehicle carries a team of national missionaries to remote villages much faster and safer than if they had to walk. Because of the vehicle, these missionaries are able to share about the love and sacrifice of Christ with people who may not otherwise get a chance to hear about Him. In addition to transporting the team, the vehicle also carries heavy equipment essential for ministry, which often includes a generator, a film projector and a sound system. Through the gift of a heavy-duty vehicle, people across Asia will get to celebrate Christ! Heavy-duty Vehicle 1013 $17,000 Give a Portion: $170 GFA.ORG/GIFT

14 Go Tell It on the Mountain! LCD projector kits enable film teams to share life-changing movies with countless villagers. Film teams can arrange double features, showing Asian-language films on the life of Jesus in conjunction with films on topics such as the dangers of alcohol or drugs. LCD projector kits help bring hope and the truth of God s love to many different villages year after year. LCD Projector Kit 1202 $1,750 Give a Portion: $175 How do you show a movie about God if you re in a village that doesn t have electricity? You bring a generator! This important gift allows film teams to invest in the eternities of thousands of men and women across Asia. Generator 1210 $1,800 Give a Portion: $180 Tell me about Jesus Christ who can deliver me. What can I do for that? Please pray that I may be delivered from this worldly, sinful life. Rishwanth, film show participant 14 Give life-changing gifts by mailing the enclosed form, calling , or visiting gfa.org/gift.

15 Gifts for Ministry For many people in Asia, a piece of Gospel literature is the first step in their journey of knowing Jesus. Oftentimes, Gospel literature will be read aloud to others who are illiterate or passed on to someone else who will read it and pass it on to yet another person. Gospel Tracts tracts - $1 1,000 tracts - $5 10,000 tracts - $50 1,000,000 tracts - $5,000 transforming communities through God s love 15

16 More Than Just Four Walls and a Roof When a congregation receives a permanent worship place, they receive one of the most powerful tools for their growth as a church family and as individual disciples of Jesus. A church building costs between $10,000 to $40,000 to construct, depending on size, location and available materials. A place of worship: Facilitates discipleship opportunities Provides a consistent, welcoming location for new people who want to learn about Jesus Frees believers to worship openly and exuberantly without worrying about disturbing their landlords or neighbors Protects believers from intense summer heat and rain Provides a haven from the ridicule of those who oppose worship gatherings Encourages a sense of the congregation s permanency, credibility and stability among the local community Church Building 1350 $10,000 $40,000 Give a Portion: $ I am happier with the thought that from now on, not only us, but even the generations to come will be able to worship the Lord. Thurein, the first believer in his village, after his fellowship received a place of worship

17 Gifts for Ministry Select a behind-the-scenes missionary to sponsor at gfa.org/mission. Can you imagine how many lives can be touched through the ministry of 100 national missionaries in Asia? Each one is usually impacting multiple communities. But these brothers and sisters can t do it alone. They need people supporting them behind the scenes. At GFA, we call this the Mission Support Team. The Mission Support Team comprises dedicated behind-the-scenes missionaries who raise their own support and live simply. Serving in graphic design, IT, grounds maintenance and many other areas of GFA s administrative office, they promote awareness, provide support and engage in prayer for the ministry in Asia. Each one represents, on average, more than 100 national workers By sponsoring a behind-the-scenes missionary or family, you will help cover their living expenses and you ll be investing in the lives of national workers they serve. NEW! Behind-the-Scenes Missionary Sponsorship 6000 $50 monthly $600 annually Why do I serve at GFA? It takes thousands of people partnered together, united in purpose and compassion to help the world understand God s love. Shelley, GFA behind-the-scenes missionary GFA.ORG/GIFT

18 I Bring You Good Tidings of Great Joy oday, national workers like T Pastor Nateshwar (pictured) are bringing words of life and hope to people in places where Christ s love hasn t been known. They relate culturally and understand the communities they serve. They are willing to sacrifice everything so others can find the grace and new life Jesus offers. These men and women are an integral part of distributing Christmas gifts, also offering prayer and counsel to the gift recipients. By giving toward GFA s National Missionary Program, you ll equip them to serve full time by covering their living and ministry expenses resulting in lives transformed for eternity. If I can help the poor and needy, I will encourage them. If I am able to [help] them in some extent, I will do it. That is because of the love of Jesus. I know Jesus loves them, so I love them. Pastor Nateshwar, GFA-supported worker National Missionary Sponsorship* 4000 $30 monthly $360 annually Choose a national worker to link your life with at gfa.org/missionary. 18 *For every $30 monthly or $360 annual pledge toward GFA s National Missionary Program, you ll receive the photo and personal information of a missionary whom you can specifically pray for, along with periodic ministry updates and prayer requests from the area they re serving so you can stay engaged with their ministry.

19 Give Hope and a Future to a Child in Desperate Need Like so many other children who grow up in poverty on tea estates, Talat (pictured) had little chance of getting a quality education. But odds against Talat were stacked even higher because his father had passed away. His mother labored as a domestic worker but couldn t afford to feed Talat and his siblings three meals a day. When a Bridge of Hope center opened up on the tea estate where they live, Talat got the life-changing opportunity to receive an education, a nutritious meal each day at the center, school supplies and even a mosquito net. Now Talat is learning many things through Bridge of Hope, and he has even discovered his talent for drawing. Child Sponsorship* 3500 $35 monthly $420 annually Sponsor a child who shares your birthday! Visit gfa.org/child. *For every $35 monthly or $420 annual pledge to Gospel for Asia s Bridge of Hope Program, you ll receive the photo and personal information of a child. By praying for and writing to your sponsored child, you have the opportunity to personally connect with and invest in your sponsored child. 19

20 Warm Hands, Warm Hearts! Harsh winters force many people indoors, hindering villagers from finding jobs and limiting pastors ability to minister. Winter clothing packets help GFAsupported workers stay healthy and able to minister during cold seasons, and they also demonstrate Christ s love in a very practical way to mountain villagers or to the homeless. Depending on the region, a winter clothing packet may include: A blanket A jacket A sweater Other warm items Winter Clothing Packet 1401 $40 From the depths of my heart, I am grateful to God, who blessed me and allowed me to enjoy the winter with a shawl, sweater, socks and woolen cap. For me, it was not possible to buy it. I even had nothing in my bag when I came to study here. But God is so good. Amal, a Bible college student 20 He answered and said to them, He who has two tunics, let him give to him who has none; and he who has food, let him do likewise. Luke 3:11

21 Gifts for Ministry Man Does Not Live by Bread Alone Many believers in Asia are first-generation believers who grew up knowing nothing of God s ways, and they re hungry for His Word. Your donation to GFA Bible Society gives people in Asia their own Bibles or New Testaments in their own languages, and helps them grow in their knowledge of God and walk more closely with Him. Bible Society 1102 $7 At Vacation Bible School, children make crafts, hear Bible stories and learn cultural songs and dances, and on the last day of VBS, they share what they ve learned by performing for their parents. The joy and truths they discover at VBS impact their families, too! Your gift enables VBS programs to continue touching lives. Vacation Bible School 2016 $5 Give life-changing gifts by mailing the enclosed form, calling , or visiting gfa.org/gift. 21

22 A Livelihood and the Love of Christ Sewing machines mend broken lives. Romila (pictured) could hardly believe her eyes when she received a sewing machine. Lack of education hindered her ability to help her husband provide for their family, but now, with her new income from sewing clothes, they can easily pay for their rent and have plenty left over for additional expenses. The hopelessness and poverty that hung over Romila s family lifted, and through this timely help, she and her husband realized God cared for them. Sewing Machine 1518 $85 I was really longing for a machine.... I have no words to express my feelings and thanks to the church.... This gift not only helps me to earn a daily income, but also it brought us close to the Living God. Romila (pictured), a sewing machine recipient and a sister in Christ 22 GFA.ORG/GIFT

23 Pull carts enable families to carry their wares wherever potential customers gather. Pull-cart recipients are able to grow their existing business or even start a new business! Gifts for the Poor Pull Cart 1526 $120 With the pull cart, I can travel around and sell onions and potatoes. Wherever I find a suitable place, I stand and sell. My earnings have also increased. Bhrithi (pictured to the left), a 38-year-old widow, who was tearful and speechless when she received her pull cart ool kits include items such as axes, shovels, saws, T plows, sickles and crowbars. Having the right tools increases a farmer s productivity. Their fields can yield more, increasing a farmer s income and ability to provide food, clothing, shelter and a better life for their family. Tool Kit 1520 $80 When I see the condition of [these] people, their poverty,... it hurts me. It pains me to see them suffering. I wish I could bring changes in their lives. Kanak, a GFA-supported pastor 23

24 oofs made of thatch are a common sight across Asia, but R they don t offer good protection from annual monsoon rains, which means families must spend precious resources repairing or replacing their possessions. These lightweight, sturdy tin roofs give needy families a safe, dry place to call home. Tin Roof 1534 $220 These functional vehicles can mean the world to the needy families who receive them. Instead of paying a high price to rent a rickshaw, rickshaw drivers can take home all their earnings to care for their family and send their children to school. Rickshaw 1525 $ After getting the rickshaw, it is easier for me to earn money... I can easily maintain my family, and we do not worry about what to eat in the morning and in the evening. Prabhal, a father of two

25 Gifts for the Poor Give a Man a Fish and Feed Him for a Day. Give Him a Net and... Thousands of people in Asia rely on fishing to feed their families. The people who receive these fishing nets can cast them upon the waters every day and sell the fish they catch in the local markets. Vocational training courses train people for occupations such as tailoring or candle making. The classes help people get better jobs so they can break out of the cycle of poverty and provide better lives for their families. Fishing Net 1528 $25 Vocational Training Class 3150 $30 Give life-changing gifts by mailing the enclosed form, calling , or visiting gfa.org/gift. 25

26 Sources of Living Water Jesus Wells provide fresh water year-round, protecting communities from many waterborne illnesses and sparing women and children from spending hours searching for water sources. Access to a Jesus Well is freely offered to all, regardless of a person s religious or social background, which communicates Christ s acceptance of those society deems untouchable. Pastors near Jesus Wells are also able to share about the Living Water written about on the well s plaque. Providing safe water is a practical way to show communities how much God and His children care for all people! Jesus Well 2710 $1,400 Give a Portion: $140 I believe that God will do a miracle, that through this Jesus Well many people will come and glorify His name. Pastor Jeevan 26 GFA.ORG/GIFT

27 Gifts for the Poor Now, no more struggle! Having a BioSand water filter was beyond our imagination. Erina, mother of three (pictured) Many people in Asia do not have clean water, and they battle waterborne illnesses as a result or even succumb to death. Made with simple materials, BioSand water filters remove 98 percent of biological impurities, providing safe water for drinking and cooking for the family and the neighbors too! The clean water will improve health and hygiene and will give peace of mind all of which are expressions of Christ s care. BioSand Water Filter 1003 $30 My 13-year-old daughter gave me some of her Christmas money to purchase two BioSand water filters, and my 11-year-old has already made several donations since last year. I love that God is stirring the hearts of my children to glorify Himself further through GFA! Season from Illinois 27

28 Protect Women and Their Families When women learn to read, they can avoid harmful labor contracts, understand warning labels and avoid being cheated at the marketplace. GFA supports literacy classes that teach adult women how to read and write. After they graduate from these literacy classes, they re also able to read God s Word and can grow in their relationship with Him. The gift of literacy enables women to protect themselves and keep their families healthy while also equipping them to draw closer to God. Women s Literacy Fund 3321 $25 Millions in Asia have no choice but to go to the bathroom out in the open, which poses many risks, especially for women and girls who venture into open fields under the cover of darkness. Private outdoor toilets spare families from disease found at communal waste grounds and protect the dignity of men and women. Outdoor Toilet 1537 $ Give life-changing gifts by mailing the enclosed form, calling , or visiting gfa.org/gift.

29 Gifts for the Poor Minister to Those Who Feel Invisible In many areas of Asia, widows are an invisible part of society. They are commonly ignored, rejected and believed to be cursed and the cause of their husbands deaths. Their own upbringing leads them to believe those same things about themselves. Similarly, women who have been abandoned by their husbands face the sting of rejection and the sudden crisis of needing to provide for their children in an environment often hostile to single mothers. Whether a woman loses her husband through death or abandonment, she and her children face immense practical and emotional hardships, but the Body of Christ can offer support and hope. GFA s Widows and Abandoned Children Fund provides food, shelter, income-generating gifts, dignity and God s compassion to women and children in need. Widows and Abandoned Children Fund 4030 $75 And the King will answer and say to them, Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me. Matthew 25:40 29

30 Healthy Families Inside and Out Gifts toward medical ministry provide free medical care and health education for people who are suffering and dying from treatable ailments. GFA-supported workers host medical camps in villages or Bridge of Hope centers and invite teams of nurses, doctors and other health care professionals to provide medical care. One medical camp may serve 200 to 1,000 people. Through medical ministry, families that lack access to medication or have never been taught basic hygiene can receive life-saving treatment and health education, all in the name of the Great Physician, Jesus Christ. Medical Ministry 2540 $375 Malaria is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquito nets save lives and offer a restful night s sleep, free from the sting of diseaseladen mosquitoes. Mosquito Net 1531 $10 30 GFA.ORG/GIFT

31 Gifts for the Poor Most families in Asia have little or no insulation or indoor heating. Those who sleep on the streets are even more exposed to the cold. Blankets provide comfort and protection and serve as tangible expressions of Christ s love. Blanket 1524 $12 I read a testimony about a poor woman who was given a blanket by GFA, and because of that blanket, she said she knew Jesus loved her. We wanted to give more blankets this year, and maybe others will know Jesus loves them too. Bridgette from Ohio 31

32 Learn More About the Mission Field Revolution in World Missions - FREE Let the Lord catapult you into a life more dedicated to seeing His name glorified in your own heart and around the globe. Because this book is free, you can even get copies to share with family and friends! Softcover. FRB1 I received a free copy of Revolution in World Missions two years ago, and it changed how I looked at the world, my life and more importantly who I prayed for. God has put a deep love for the persecuted church on my heart, and it all started with this book. Thank you for making it so easy to help our brothers and sisters in the most need. Amanda from Michigan No Longer a Slumdog - FREE Let God stir your heart for the thousands of children living in slum conditions in Asia. In this book, children share their real stories of need and of how God intervened to redeem them with His love. (Give a free copy to someone who loves children!) Softcover. FRB9 I enjoyed reading through every chapter. The part that impacted me the most was how it describes the life-changing experience with each child that has attended Bridge of Hope. This is real; those (and more) children are real; Jesus is real; and He can use us to be part of those miracles. Alba from Mexico World Prayer Map - $3.50 Engage yourself in prayer for the world. 11x18 inches. MAPM 32 Get copies of this Christmas catalog to share with your friends and family FREE! gfa.org/sharecatalogs

33 Stocking Stuffers Little Things That Make a Big Difference - $11 This collection of wise and sometimes humorous thoughts will encourage you and offer practical tips for your life journey. Learn how to love the Lord, love others and stay sane in your walk with Jesus. Hardcover B11H Dance Not for Time - $11 K.P. Yohannan explores life with God in a fresh, vulnerable way. This beautifully illustrated compilation of more than 100 poems, combines two previous books with several new poems. Hardcover B10H A Life of Balance - $3.50 Gain scriptural insights on the balance between things such as faith and common sense, submission and individual choice, and our sacrifice and God s grace. Softcover. BK8 Dependence Upon the Lord - $3.50 Don t build in vain. Learn how to daily depend upon the Lord and see your life bear lasting fruit. Booklet. BK5 Learning to Pray - $3.50 Whether you realize it or not, your prayers change things. This booklet will encourage you to grow in your daily prayer life and see for yourself how God still does the impossible through prayer. Booklet. BK11 All prices are suggested donations only. Give life-changing gifts by mailing the enclosed form, calling , or visiting gfa.org/gift. 33

34 Give in Someone s Honor and Get a Free Christmas Card 1. Give items from this catalog by donating in honor of a friend or family member. 2. Order free Christmas cards on the order form, or download cards from gfa.org/card. 3. Use the cards to let them know you gave a gift in their honor and changed lives in Asia! Order cards by December 7 to ensure your cards arrive in time for Christmas. (Missed the deadline? Download cards at gfa.org/card.) 34 transforming communities through God s love

35 Four Easy Ways to Give Change ^Lives Mail us your completed order form. See page 18. ( Call us at The best time to call is Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST. Visit gfa.org/gift to give online. Text* CHRISTMAS to Ways to Change Even More Lives 2X Double your impact! Many employers match their employees charitable giving. See if yours does: gfa.org/matchgift Donate stock to yield tax savings and eternal dividends! Learn more: gfa.org/stockgift Where there s a will, there s a way... to bless families in Asia! By naming GFA as a beneficiary in your will, trust, retirement plan or insurance policy, your legacy of helping others will continue even after you re with our Lord. Find out how: gfa.org/futuregift Year-end Giving! Gain eligibility for a charitable tax deduction this year by donating before midnight on December 31. Visit gfa.org/yearendgift *Message and data rates may apply. T&C/Privacy Policy: gfa.org/sms-toc I received my Christmas gift catalog and didn t want to wait for the holidays. $30 to buy a BioSand water filter so a family can have clean water is unbelievably affordable. I hope to buy one each month of the year. Kristin from Indiana 35

36 transforming communities through God s love 1116 St. Thomas Way, Wills Point, TX we have the incredible joy of being His hands and feet to the suffering in our generation through these simple gifts of love. Please share this catalog with everyone you know. Join me in helping many discover for the first time that they are loved and cared for by the God of the universe. K.P. Yohannan Founder and Director of GFA facebook.com/ gospelforasia twitter.com/ gospelforasia instagram.com/ gospelforasia pinterest.com/ gospelforasia gfa.org/sharecatalogs

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