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AUTUMN 2018GLO MINISTRIES AUSTRALIA

They are:• Sola Scriptura (“Scripture alone”): The Bible

alone is our highest authority.• Sola Fide (“faith alone”): We are saved

through faith alone in Jesus Christ.• Sola Gratia (“grace alone”): We are saved

by the grace of God alone.• Solus Christus (“Christ alone”): Jesus Christ

alone is our Lord, Saviour, and King.• Soli Deo Gloria (“to the glory of God

alone”): We live for the glory of God alone.

2 EDITORIAL Solus Christus

3 SOLA SCRIPTURATranslation Work in Nepal

5 GLO’S STRATEGYDiscover, Develop, Deploy

6 ENCOUNTERING CHRISTOn the Camino Trail

9 ENCOUNTER STMMission Trip Opportunities in 2018

10 SOLA FIDE

Business as Mission

12 SOLA GRATIATari’s Story

15 TIMOTHY PROJECTGLO Scholarship Program

16 DIRECTORS’ REPORT2017 Financial Report

18 SPEAK FROM THE GRAVELeave a Bequest in your Will

19 COMINGS & GLOINGS

20 GLO EXPO DAY

Last year marked the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. During the reformation five Latin phrases, often referred to as the five Solas, emerged. The Five Solas summarise the Reformers’ theological convictions about the essentials of Christianity.

CONTENTS

ANDREW COWELL, GLO CO-DIRECTOR

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Five hundred years later what do the five Solas look like in real life? In this edition of Spearhead, we have compiled tangible examples of the five Solas in action. As you read these practical accounts, we trust that you will be encouraged. Most of all, we hope that you will join us as we strive to live them out to the glory of God alone (1 Cor. 10:31).

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SOLUS CHRISTUS

They are both from a Hindu background and were saved

in their teens. Their immediate families remain Hindu.

Jitendra and Bindu attend Machhegaun Assembly, one

of Nepal’s largest Brethren assemblies. This church was

planted by South Korean missionary Geunmin “Joseph”

Choi, who himself was in Australia recently and was inte-

gral in recommending the couple for studies at GLO.

While in Australia, Jitendra undertook the CrossConnect

discipleship course in Smithton, while Bindu improved

her English at the CrossTalk ESL course in Riverstone

for approximately 6 months before joining her husband

for the remainder of his course. They consider the time

spent in Australia a great privilege and, as Jitendra

describes, one of the most blessed years of their

Christian lives. Jitendra reports that the lectures and min-

istry opportunities at CrossConnect served to solidify his

understanding of Christian theology and skills in ministry.

The mission trip to Aboriginal communities in outback

Australia was a particular highlight, through which

Jitendra was able to witness and affirm God’s love for all

people, regardless of their race, cultural background or

geographical setting.

Most precious for Bindu was the chance to improve her skills in English in a native-speaking setting. She remem-bers with thankfulness the love, support and patience extended to her by those she interacted with in Australia.

MINISTRY CALLING

Jitendra’s and Bindu’s purpose for spending time study-ing in Australia was to prepare for a specific ministry that they feel the Lord has called them to. While some details are yet to be fully decided upon, they have envisioned a ministry comprised of four specific elements.

Firstly, they have a vision for developing and manag-ing a library of Christian books and resources at the Machhegaun Church building. This is in response to an obvious shortage of quality Christian literature available to Nepali assemblies. The library would contain books both in the English and Nepali languages and the min-istry would also involve translation of key resources into Nepali. Jitendra and Bindu hope that such a library could be utilised not only by their home church, but also by believers from all over the Kathmandu Valley and other parts of Nepal.

Sola ScripturaTRANSLATION MINISTRY IN NEPAL

BY OSKARS STUBIS

Last year, GLO Ministries had the privilege of hosting a young couple from Kathmandu, Nepal. Jitendra Karki Raj and his wife Sahansila Deshar (known by her nickname “Bindu”), both 29 years of age, arrived in Australia in early 2017 and recently returned to their homeland.

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Secondly, it is their hope to be able to conduct a youth Bible study for the believers at Machhegaun within the library facility.

Thirdly, they are praying about the possibility of working with church elders in developing a practical ministry train-ing program that could be accessed by youth leaders and Sunday school teachers from the Nepali assemblies.

Finally, Jitendra and Bindu wish to be able to assist church leaders and members in gaining a better under-standing of modern equipment and technology useful to Christian ministry, such as digital books, Bibles and commentaries.

PRAYER REQUESTS

It is obvious by the vision the Lord has given them that Jitendra and Bindu have a lot of work ahead of them. As such, they have asked for prayer relating to a number of matters.

Firstly, that the library in Machhegaun would receive a good number of quality books and resources. Secondly, pray for wisdom and guidance as they discuss their plans and forge working relationships with both the leaders of their home church and those of other assemblies.

Thirdly, pray for them as they settle back into life in Nepal after their time in Australia. They will initially be staying with Jitendra’s parents, who are Hindu, and as such desire that this time can be spent wisely, sharing the Gospel as the Lord allows.

We look forward to seeing what the Lord will achieve through Jitendra’s and Bindu’s willingness to be used by Him. We join with them in their vision to offer Nepali believers access to better resources and training, and to foster greater cooperation and unity amongst the Nepali assemblies.

Jitendra and Bindu with CrossConnect students and ministry team


GLO Ministries assists the Church by DESIGNING discipleship pathways that DISCOVER, DEVELOP & DEPLOY disciple makers

and church planters for ministry all over the world.

GLO MINISTRIES AUSTRALIASERVING & TRAINING ALL OVER THE WORLD

Delivering short term mission trips to outback Australia, Asia and Europe. Encounter is an initiative of GLO and AMT—working together in mission.

A nine month discipleship and ministry training program that equips students in practical christianity.

A one to two year internship that helps you develop a missional lifestyle wherever you are.

A six month missions training program that makes you fit for missionary service.

DISCIPLESHIP TRAINING

SHORT TERM MISSIONDISCOVER

DEVELOP

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CHURCH PLANTINGDEPLOYCurrently GLO Ministries is partnering with almost 200 people worldwide who are engaged in evangelism, discipleship and planting New Testament churches.

Encountering ChristON ‘EL CAMINO’

BY BRUCE YOUNG


‘The Way’ is the path pilgrims have taken for centuries, all leading to Santiago de Compostela, the cathedral of St James in Santiago, which is Spanish for St James. We took 5 days to walk the 120 km of the ‘English Way’.

The paradox of the Camino. From ancient times, pilgrims

regarded the journey, with its effort and sacrifice, as

satisfying God in the hope of forgiveness. Ask why do

it? Some say because it’s there, or for the change of

pace that brings the opportunity for contemplation and

reflection; others are simply tourists intent on sharing

and posting. God was there with me as he is back home.

Christ was with me when Freddy came to massage my

feet. Beautiful! We were bound together by the urge to

achieve the destination. There was a rich camaraderie of

the Camino, at the hostels, the coffee stops, the evening

devotions and in the Fellowship of sharing that stretched

beyond food and loads.

The day we started, light rain was falling as we headed

on our pilgrimage walk to Santiago de Compostela. My

backpack had a minimum of essentials, a sleeping bag

and lunch. I learnt in the next five days I could do more

than I imagined; I survived the first day and kept going.

No pain, or blisters thankfully. A good rest and I was

ready for the next day. We passed through many villages

that seemed to exist in their own little world. I missed the

sight and sound of children though.

Jezer our guide led us up many hills, from sealed roads

to goat tracks. The land was green and fertile with many

vegetable gardens, horses, cattle and sheep. We passed

some very nice houses and some ruins, the blank faces of

old stone churches with banks of mausoleums, and small

café bars where we could get coffee, a toilet, and our El

Camino passports stamped.

I enjoyed the fellowship at the hostels; our shared experi-

ences relaxed us all. At times, I felt like singing but was

too puffed! I talked to God, thankful for His creation, and

for my friends who, at times, carried my pack. I prayed

for the people living there, as there was much evidence

of stony medieval Christianity, which shut out a personal

faith but traded instead on fear and superstition.

I remember well our final day with the long descent into

Santiago, into the narrow stone-paved streets, past the

little shops bulging with souvenirs and enticing food

Left page: Final day walking to Santiago. Below: Inside of Cathedral of St James.


smells. Then into the huge square, the cathedral on one side, its towering entrance closed and scaffolded for renovations. Ancient administration blocks on the other three sides, all beautifully built. I watched the crowds of colourful pilgrims. A few carried a large cross through, there was singing, banner waving and a hubbub of lan-guages. We parked our packs and became tourists, up and down the busy streets.

In the end, I did not see the remains of the apostle James in the cathedral; too crowded. But I saw the huge ancient cathedral and square bounded by beautiful stone buildings. Inside, the decoration and gold were

extravagant! I got certificates in Latin and Spanish, which certify I did 121 km in 5 days.

But sadly, I could see no signs of the light and liberty that comes from knowing Jesus.

So, I did complete the Camino that I had earlier decided was beyond me. God knew better than me, showing that I can do more than I can imagine.

Go on a mission trip and see what God shows you.

Now I pray for the Christians there, as they tell the Good News of Saviour Jesus.

The Camino walk was the one of the hardest and most chal-lenging, yet fun, parts of the mission trip to Spain. This walk allowed us to bond together as a group and get to know each other. From the outset, it seemed as though the walk was the same every day; you walk for hours and then stop at a town to sleep the night, and then the next day wake up and do it all over again. But the great thing about this walk was that, while we were doing it as a group, each person went on their own personal journey. It was amazing at the end of each day to listen to how each one encountered Christ that day. Some overcame their struggles through prayer and medita-tion, some talked to others around them to receive motiva-tion, and others just blocked everything out and concen-trated on getting God’s help to get through the day.

This walk forced me and others to step away from the busy-ness of the world and enjoy God’s creation. Each day our bodies would continuously hurt. Some had painful blisters while others’ bones were in agony, but each person woke up every day ready to walk and focus on God and His strength.

This Camino walk reinforced to me how much I needed to rely on God’s strength. If I had relied on my own strength, I probably would not have gotten through the first day. Each day I would repeat Philippians 4:13, ‘I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,’ to remind me to focus on God and not on myself, and through God’s strength we all finished the walk. This is an experience that I will never forget - and might even do again one day.

BELINDA LETO

On the Pilgrims’ Walk


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LIVING BY FAITH IN INDIA

Sheeba: ‘You may be wondering what pictures from a

cake shop are doing in this magazine!’

Colin: ‘My calling is to serve God full-time, but Sheeba

always knew that God had called her to a supporting

role in ministry. We’ve always felt it is right to support

ourselves and the ministry, and not be dependent on

others for support. This hasn’t been easy though, espe-

cially once we had kids. Torn between running a full-time

ministry and running an ESL Centre to support the family,

I constantly found the centre struggling every time I trav-

elled for ministry. Camps, youth and school work meant

a lot of time away from the business. I loved teaching at

the ESL centre as well as being involved in the camping

work, but that clearly meant choosing between my

passion and my calling.’

Sheeba: ‘Early this year, my work at Compassion

International came to an end, as the Indian Government

closed down many Christian NGOs. Yet again, we found

ourselves at a crossroads, trying to figure out how we

were going to support the ministry and the family. We

knew Colin was called to serve full-time, and my calling

was to support.’

Colin: ‘So we looked at the talents and gifts God has

given us. While I’m gifted in areas like music, running

camps, etc., Sheeba’s gifted with skills which are on the

artistic side – painting and baking. We decided to put

our hands to what God has skilled us with. In her time off

from work, Sheeba had previously baked for weddings,

made cakes for birthday parties, and many other events.

She has been doing this as a hobby for the last 6 years.

The brand ‘33 Cakes’ already existed; it was only a matter

of taking the next step. We are in the process of setting

up a Business as a Mission. The idea is for Sheeba to run

the business, which would bring in the finances required

to support the family, and for me to be able to give my

full attention to the ministry. Our goals are as follows:

• For us to be self-sustaining,

• Support other workers, and

• Replicate more of this model, in order to encourage

other young people to consider Business as a Mission.’

Sola FideTHROUGH BUSINESS AS A MISSIONBY COLIN AND SHEEBA PANDI

Sheeba & Colin with their daughters

Colin leading a youth camp


Sheeba: ‘While this business is still starting off, we have already realised that, in

the long run, the success of this Business as a Mission would also motivate a lot

of young couples to confidently serve God. They will be able to use this model,

where one of them serves full-time, and the other runs a business to support

the needs of the family.’

Colin: ‘We are currently at the stage of setting up the business: registering

the business, readying our website, business cards, social media, setting up a

workstation, looking for baking equipment, etc. We have also networked with

a few other Christian businessmen in the city, to receive some good business

mentoring and seasoned advice.’

Sheeba: ‘Just this month, another young couple from Chennai, who are also

good friends and ministry partners of ours, have moved to the north of India

to try and start another cake shop as a Business as Mission over there. We are

excited to see what God is going to do through us and through similar Business

as Mission models in India. We are setting up this unit in such a way that it is

scalable, transparent, and is easy to replicate. We expect this venture to not only

bring in finances for the ministry and family but, in future, grow into something

that provides support/employment for spouses of other full-time workers.’


FAMILY BACKGROUND

I grew up in a Muslim family, and I lived under the rules of Islam, which taught that I had to do certain activities in order to go to heaven. I considered myself a good religious child, and I read the Quran and memorised a lot of prayers in Arabic. My family always sent me to the Mosque, even though they themselves never went to the Mosque. They also had a strong faith in tradition. On certain days, my great-grandmother took me to the cemetery to pray to our ancestors and offer food to them; we believed that our ances-tors could help us in our work and provide us with special blessings.

Money and wealth are as important in my family as traditions; my parents separated because of money. All the people in my family just worked day and night for money. I did not like the way they lived because I needed their attention. Then, when I went to Elementary School, my great- grandfather passed away. My

Sola GratiaTARI’S TESTIMONY

Above: Sri Lestari (Tari). Below: English outreach camp in Indonesia.


family fought over the inheritance he left; they could not

manage the possessions that we had.

Time went by. When I was in Middle School, my mother

went to another country for work. For more than two

years, she left me without any news. I was angry with her

and hated her. I did not expect her to come back because,

in my mind, she was already dead. For most of my life, my

grandmother had been my main carer, not my mother.

FINDING CHRIST

I graduated from Middle School in 2011. I really wanted

to go to High School, but my grandmother did not have

enough money to put me through. We lived in a small

village at that time so, whatever happened in the com-

munity, everyone else knew about it.

One afternoon in June, a man named Andreas, from a

nearby church came to my house and told my grand-

mother that he would try to help me go to school; Andreas was the leader of that particular church. I was not sure about his kindness. He came again on another day and told my family about Jesus, and about a Christian school that I could go to. He just kept coming to my house and talking about his beliefs. Every time he told me the story of Jesus, I said yes from my mouth and would nod my head, but deep in my heart I did not believe him.

One day, he asked me to join a Christian youth camp so that I might learn more about Jesus before putting in an application to the Christian High School. I decided to go to the camp in order to find some new friends. However, there was a moment at the camp that really spoke to me; this was when one of the teachers said that Jesus is 100% man and 100% God. “What a silly statement!” I thought. But then, I started to ask myself questions about this statement, “What did he mean?” I was afraid to ask other people about this matter, so I just kept the questions to

Team ministry with CrossConnect students.

CrossConnect students, with Helen & Bruce Buckley.


myself. But this questioning led me to the Christian High School, where I had been offered a place.

During my first year in High School, I found that Christians are really friendly and different. I started asking myself, “So, which religion is right?” I could not answer that question because I did not know the answer. I also did not want to ask other people because I did not want to embarrass myself. In my heart, I wanted to be different, but I also wanted to be with my friends who are Muslims; so, for about a year, I was very confused about religion. In Year 11, I had to choose a religion because it was time to get my Identity Card, which would show my religion. I chose Jesus and Christianity because I wanted to be a different person.

MY CHRISTIAN WALK

Believing in Christ was a really big decision because I had to protect myself from the community. In the first few months of believing in Jesus, I did not tell my friends and relatives that I was a Christian because I was afraid that I might get rejected by them. My mother had left me when I was a child, so I did not want them to leave too. I would say that my Christian life, at that time, was up and down like a roller coaster.

One afternoon in school, one of my teachers asked me to go to the school office because someone was waiting for me. From a distance I saw a woman in a pink jacket. I could not believe it - it was my mother; I could not believe that she was back. She hugged and

kissed me. I was surprised because that was the first time she had ever kissed me. My heart was touched and I tried to forgive her. I remembered that God had also forgiven my sin.

Not long after that, my mom decided to go to work again in a different town. Even though I had her details, I did not contact her because my heart was hurt. I kept complaining to God, “Why did you give me a mother like her? Why didn’t you give me a father like my friends have?” I kept saying that I did not like my family.

GOD’S GOODNESS

But God is so good to me; He has done more than I could ever have imagined. He has shown me His love; He has sent me a Christian family who really cares about me and helps me in my hard times. Through their care, God shows me that He really loves me. God keeps sending loving people to me, so that I might also share this love with my mother and other family members.

By His grace, He has sent me here to Australia. Last year at GLO CrossConnect is the year when God has been teaching me that I am important to Him. It does not matter what people think about me, because the most significant thing is my relationship with Him. He has taught me that the world will hate me because I am His follower, but the promises that He has given me through His Word will always be fulfilled. I can trust Him and rest in His future plans for me.

2017 CrossConnect students


GLO’S TIMOTHY PROJECT

Over the past two decades, GLO Australia has been conduct-ing its own Timothy Project. Since 1995, GLO Australia has granted ministry training scholarships to over 40 national workers from 14 different countries. Past recipients include Jitendra & Bindu (pp. 3-4), Colin Pandi (pp. 10-11), and Tari (pp. 12-14). This year GLO is providing scholarships to Kelly (Cambodia) and Mapex (PNG), costing over $8,000 each.

Timothy ProjectGLO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

the

PAUL’S TIMOTHY PROJECT

Paul’s Timothy Project is summed up in 2 Timothy 2:2, “what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.” Through investing considerable time and energy in Timothy, Paul had a vision to impact future generations for the glory of God.

YOUR TIMOTHY PROJECT

In order to continue the Timothy Project, GLO Australia is praying that God would move peo-ple’s hearts to contribute to the GLO Scholarship Program. If you are interested in learning how the GLO Timothy Project can become your personal Timothy Project, please fill out the information slip below and return it to GLO Ministries.

PAULTIMOTHYACTS 16:1-5,

1 & 2 TIMOTHY

FAITHFUL MEN & OTHERS 2 TIMOTHY 2:2

CHURCH OF EPHESUS 1 TIMOTHY 1:3

SMYRNA, PERGAMUM, THYATIRA, SARDIS,

PHILADELPHIA, LAODICEA REVELATION 2-3

GLO AUSTRALIA SCHOLARSHIPCANDIDATES

FAITHFUL MEN & OTHERS

CAMBODIA, INDONESIA, MONGOLIA, NEPAL, PNG ETC.

I WOULD LIKE TO HELP WITH THE TIMOTHY PROJECT:

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Recurring Gift: I would like to become a GLO Ministries regular scholarship fund partner and donate $____________ via automatic credit card deductions.

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Payable to ‘GLO Ministries Limited’ Reference: Scholarship Program Please advise us of the transfer so the gift is acknowledged.

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Please send to: GLO Ministries, PO Box 171, Riverstone, NSW 2765 P: 02 9838 1595 F: 02 9627 3342 E: [email protected]

In many respects, the Year 2017 for GLO Ministries can be summed up in three words - provisions, pathways and partnerships.

DIVINE PROVISIONS

For the financial year ending 31st December 2016, after

allowing for depreciation, GLO Ministries recorded a deficit

of $217,638. As 2017 drew to a close we are pleased to

report, however, that GLO Ministries recorded a surplus of

$201,242. This is an amazing turn around, primarily due to

God providing for our financial needs through bequests that

amounted to $211,159.37, including a substantial bequest of

$190,302.67. Over and above this, God has also blessed us

with increased student enrolments, which has also contrib-

uted to a healthier balance sheet.

In addition to providing money, God has also blessed GLO

Ministries with valuable manpower. During 2017 Alastair &

Helen McGregor volunteered to assist with the delivery of

the CrossTalk ESL program. Likewise, Abraham & Corine

served as House Parents at the Smithton Training Centre.

DISCIPLESHIP PATHWAYS

The mission of GLO Ministries is to work together with

the church to design discipleship pathways that dis-

cover, develop and deploy committed disciple makers

and church planters to do evangelism, discipleship and

church planting in Australia and abroad.

We are pleased to report that, in 2017, the discover phase

was strengthened by working together with Australian

Missionary Tidings (AMT) to launch Renovo, a youth missions

conference designed to mobilise young people for minis-

try. Likewise, the develop phase, which already consisted

of CrossTalk (ESL Training) and CrossConnect (Discipleship

& Ministry Training), was supplemented by the addition of

CrossWork, a ministry internship program designed to help

trainees develop a missional lifestyle. The develop phase was

also strengthened by the delivery of the CrossTrain Program

(Cross Cultural Mission Training) to 6 trainees. Finally, the

deploy phase was significantly improved by the official com-

mencement of Encounter Short-Term Mission. In 2017 GLO

Ministries, in partnership with AMT, led 5 Encounter STM

teams to India, Spain, Myanmar, Nepal and Outback NSW,

with further trips planned for 2018.

DIVERSE PARTNERSHIPS

Over the years, GLO Ministries has developed a broad

network of diverse ministry partnerships, currently

spanning 11 countries. In 2017, however, the network of

ministry partners was enlarged to include Cambodia and

Taiwan as well. Sambath has been equipped to return to

Cambodia to assist Singaporean missionaries with church

planting. Likewise, Yin-Lin (Mark) & Ya-Chi (Milly), plus

Yuchen (Jane), trained with GLO Ministries with the aim

of strengthening their home churches in Taiwan.

In 2017, partnerships have also been strengthened at

home in Australia. This is largely due to a dedicated

team of volunteers who have leveraged their time and

energy to carry out the following tasks:

GLO DIRECTORS’ 2017FINANCIAL REPORT

ANDREW COWELL, ALLAN DRIVER & DAVID SCOTT

Andrew Cowell with CrossTrain students.

Literature distribution at Easter in India.


• The CrossTalk team delivered a full-time ESL course to 9-14 students from 5 countries.

• The CrossConnect team delivered a full-time Discipleship and Ministry Training program to 14 stu-dents from 9 countries.

• Additional staff accommodation at Riverstone was partially renovated, plus ongoing improvements have been made to the Training Centre in Smithton.

• A GLO / AMT Calendar, plus two editions of Spearhead were published.

• Approximately 2,400 copies of GLO Prayer News were posted to prayer supporters each month.

• Various GLO events such as the GLO Day of Prayer, GLO Expo, GLO Family & Friends, and the GLO National Worker Training (CrossCountry) were hosted.

• National Committee members conducted encourage-ment visits to Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, South Korea and Taiwan.

• Local church partnerships such as ‘And God Said’ and ‘Sunday Night Lights’ were continued.

• Gifts were distributed to workers and projects in Afghanistan, Australia, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines and Romania.

EXPENSES

Direct course expenses:

$78,955

Gifts to GLO work & workers: $337,057

Office, Administration

& Accreditation: $111,582

Light & Power: $46,847Property

expenses: $95,356

Motor Vehicles & Travel: $38,337

Other Expenses: $196,643

Depreciation: $36,972Depreciation: $36,972

INCOME

Building Fund Gifts: $95,887

Course Fees: $291,469


Interest: $3,319

Other Income: $133,842




Interest: $3,319





Interest: $3,319


As you can see, in 2017 GLO Ministries was blessed with divine provisions, improved discipleship pathways, and a broadening of our network of diverse ministry part-nerships. We would value your prayers that this would continue to be the case. In the coming years, it is our hope and prayer that God would continue to work in and through GLO Ministries to design discipleship pathways that help the church to mobilise a new generation of disciple makers and church planters who will dedicate themselves to the ambitious task of fulfilling the Great Commission all over the world.


One effective way to speak from the grave is through a bequest. This was brought home last year when GLO Australia received a large bequest from the estate of a single donor. At the close of 2016, GLO Australia recorded a substantial deficit. Unbeknown to the donor when they wrote their Last Will & Testament, the pro-ceeds from their Estate not only covered the shortfall in funds but also provided the means for GLO to support a number of strategic ministry initiatives. In so doing, the donor spoke to us from their grave, reminding us afresh that God is Jehovah Jireh - the Lord who Provides.

As you can see, a bequest is a very real way to make a positive difference for the kingdom of God. In view of that, can we encourage you to prayerfully consider how you can participate in the Lord’s eternal work here on

earth even after being called into the Lord’s presence? If

you would like to include GLO Ministries in your Will we

suggest that you use the following wording (subject to

legal advice):

I hereby give to GLO Ministries LTD (ABN 67 003 539 366) for its exclusive use (the residue of my estate, or a specific sum, or specified items, or a specified percentage of my estate) free of all duties for its general purposes, and I declare that the receipt of that organisation shall be sufficient discharge to my executor for this gift.

Here at GLO Australia we are inspired by the fact that

Abel still speaks long after he died. Let’s make it our

prayer, that by God’s grace, the legacy of our lives will

continue to speak long after we have been called home.

Speaking from the GraveTHROUGH A BEQUEST

The final words of Hebrews 11:4 are very encouraging - “And through his faith, though he died, he still speaks.” This verse, which refers to Abel, reminds us that even after death the legacy of a child of faith can live on long after they have been called home.


CrossConnect Students: Pho (YeongBo), A Reum (with Reh), Kelly (Mouyngim), Mapex, Jeremy (Jae Rim with Roon), Mark, Milly, Sophie (Sehee), Zoe (SeEun), Paul.

CrossTalk Students: First row: Alastair, Hayley (Hayoung), Shine (Songwol), Ann (Jiyoung), Nate (Manjong), Andy (Seunggang), Marion. Second row: Helen, Daniel (Deokwoo), Celia (Heeyeong), Athan (Jaeyoung Bak) (not pictured).

WELCOME TO OUR STUDENTS

We welcome the 2018 CrossConnect students in Smithton from Sth Korea, PNG, Cambodia and Taiwan. Pray for them as they grow and learn to become better equipped in serving God.

We welcome the 2018 CrossTalk ESL students at Riverstone. They all come from Sth Korea.

Pray for perseverance as they learn the English language and as they grow in their Christian lives.

COMINGS & GLOINGSTHANKYOU AND GOODBYE

We thank God for Alastair and Helen McGregor who have taught English to our ESL CrossTalk students in 2017 and 1st term of 2018. Pray for them as they returned to Western Australia in late April. We will miss them greatly.

Pray for the upcoming Encounter mission trips to:

• India on 9–23 May led by Amos Chew• CrossConnect Outback NSW on 5–20 June led by

Allan Moss• Indonesia on 8–25 July led by James Lee• Philippines on 1–16 July


WELCOME

< We welcome and pray for Terry & Robyn Riley as they settle into their role as Houseparents for GLO CrossConnect in Smithton, Tasmania. Terry & Robyn are from Queensland.

> Valerie Kwan, from Singapore, was a CrossConnect student in Smithton last year. She has gone onto further training with GLO with the internship CrossWork course and is based at the GLO Training Centre in Smithton and assisting Stuart Thomson (Student Supervisor) in various student activities.

PLEASE PRAY

Bruce Young, who works in the office at GLO Riverstone, is leaving for Spain in mid-May to serve the Lord for six months. Bruce went on the Encounter mission trip in July 2017 to Spain and has the desire to return to help Trevor & Manoli Allan in the work there. Pray for good health and for a real time of blessing.

CONGRATULATIONS

To Annie Hong (CrossConnect 2013 student) and James Lee (CrossConnect 2011 student, who is also on the GLO National Committee) who are engaged and plan to marry on 29 Dec-ember 2018 in Sth Korea and then return to Sydney in January 2019. May God be with them as they plan their special day.


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‘18 GLO 9.30am, 27th OCT @ RIVERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH

For more info 02 9838 1595 [email protected]

“As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” John20:21

CONTACT US:

GLO Ministries, PO Box 171RIVERSTONE, NSW, 2765P: 02 9838 1595 F: 02 9627 3342E: [email protected]

Volume 52 Issue 1 | Published since 1965Spearhead is published by GLO Ministries to report on training programs and Ministries involvement in Australia and Overseas. GLO Ministries serves within the Christian Brethren Assemblies and sees itself in partnership with Assemblies, missionary service organisations, missionaries, and national workers in overseas countries.

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“As the Father has sent me, I am sending you” – John 20:21

2018 GLO EXPO DAY

9.30AM OCT 27, 2018RIVERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH

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