CoGP at Connect25

The annual Connect meetings are meant to make connections throughout the Fellowship and connect is exactly what our Commission did. We sought ways to build relationships with our global partners and with our churches. Here are just a few of the meaningful connections we were able to make at Connect25.

We connected with FEBC global partners in person. We interacted with global partners who attended Connect25 in various ways­—at their display tables, through conversations between and after sessions, and most of all during our Global Partners Dinner Friday night. This year’s attendees included Darwin and Karen Stoesz and family, Matthew and Katarina Colegrove and family, Rob and Barb Quiring, Brian Dick, and Roger and Lois Reimer (retired global partners). Through these interactions we not only learned about their work, but also came to know them personally.

We connected with FEBC global partners from afar. We also heard from global partners who were unable to attend Connect25 in-person through video presentations they submitted. These videos were displayed continuously in the foyer for delegates to view at their convenience. Some of the children of our global partners even shared about the ministry from their own perspective, which was especially meaningful.

We connected with the Springs of Life Camp in Spain. We were encouraged to hear an update from Brain Dick and Ismael, the director of Springs of Life. It was good to hear about the work going on there. Ismael shared that he came to faith in Christ at the camp years ago, a testimony that affirms the ongoing purpose of the ministry. This year’s Connect project offering was designated to help restore camp facilities after severe flooding this year.​

We connected through published works from our partners. Delegates were also introduced to the newly published book by Nancy Rempel, FEBC global partner in Canada and formerly in India and Pakistan. In her book, Whoosh! Out of My Head and Into God’s, Nancy recounts her many experiences in the field and how God caused her thinking to change through His Word. The book is available in Nancy’s Amazon store. Visit her website HERE for more on the book and links to purchase.

We connected through opportunities to serve. Rob Quiring, developer of Spotlight English Clubs, led a breakout session on ESL ministry. The session helped delegates explore ways to serve global communities right where they are by engaging in English as a Second Language opportunities. You can learn more about Spotlight at spotlightenglish.com.

We continue to connect. Connect25 may be a yearly event, but we’re working year-round to make sure we all stay connected. You can help us continue the connection by visiting our blog site at www.febcmissions.com. This blog provides updates on missions within our Fellowship and around the world. For example, you can find a link to learn more about this year’s Urbana Conference. We also recently posted a retirement recognition for Joe  and Denise Goossen, who served faithfully in locations ranging from Brazil to Central Asia. Soon, we will share a recognition for Clara Klassen, who served in Burkina Faso, Niger, and Benin. We also plan to feature articles we are calling “Letters to the Churches”. These will not serve as rebukes or warnings, but encouragement and practical ideas for supporting our global partners.

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