Grace Works Global

In Nicaragua, distributed 20 water filtration systems for individual homes, replaced filters and serviced the whole house system for a community pregnancy center, and made repairs on an existing water well. Also, purchased 25 solar water production units for future installation in a village school. Surveyed the installation location and made local preparations for return trip. Finalization of the solar project is expected in mid 2022. Shared the Gospel with small groups and individuals in the course of working on the water projects AND during an extended layover in Panama.

Due to Covid restrictions and multiple natural disasters, we did not travel to the Philippines in person during 2021. Instead, we sent disaster relief packages of food and water filters, which were distributed by the local pastor with whom we work. We maintained a ministry property and assisted the local pastor in preparation for when he and his helper are able to open the location for worship services. Meanwhile the pastor continues to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and regularly meet with individuals and small groups for discipleship and encouragement. In 2022, we expect the pastor to move to the property and continue to make improvements as well as initiating children's ministries and regular meeting times. At least 12 new believers in 2021 are being nurtured in their faith, and reaching out to others in their communities..

Due to Covid restrictions, we did not travel to Asia in person during 2021. However, we held multiple online conferences in three countries, including children's ministries, which are an integral part of the Pastoral training. Training conferences typically include food and study supplies, hands on activities for children's sessions, and integration of the sessions so that indigenous pastors can duplicate the teaching and children's ministries throughout the year. Total number of individual pastors involved was approximately 300 in multiple locations, and over 700 children and adults in the children's sessions this year.