Open Doors in Nepal
February 5th, 2016 by IGL Admin | | Posted in Field Updates
An unexpected opportunity to advance the gospel came as a result of a devastating earthquake in Nepal. In April 2015, the small mountain nation to the north of India was hit by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake, killing or injuring more than 30,000 people. In the wake of the devastation, IGL ministered across the border, providing…
CGC: Record-Breaking Attendance
February 5th, 2016 by IGL Admin | | Posted in Field Updates
In June of 2015, IGL joyfully announced the need to expand the CGC program. There were so many children who wanted to join a club that we exceeded our initial goal (discipling 700,000 children), and ended up enrolling 750,000! That means 50,000 more children than anticipated were able to learn about Jesus, memorize Scriptures, hear…
From My Heart
February 5th, 2016 by Sam Stephens | | Posted in Field Updates
2015 was an exciting year in the harvest fields of South Asia. It started with a huge anticipation of celebrating the 20th anniversary of the NAIC. The inaugural general assembly last November was a remarkable milestone in the history of our ministry. During the past decade, we have witnessed an explosive growth of the number…
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
October 30th, 2015 by IGL Admin | | Posted in Field Updates
November 1 and 8 are dedicated to remembering and praying for the persecuted church around the world. Please keep the churches in South Asia in your prayers because oppression and mistreatment is on the rise. Below we share persecution testimonies from believers across South Asia. Join us as in prayer the next two weekends for…
Nepal Relief Update – Six Months Later
October 22nd, 2015 by IGL Admin | | Posted in Field Updates
IGL’S OUTREACH IN NEPAL Thank God for His mighty works in Nepal! After the devastating earthquake in April, the people of Nepal were in great need of both spiritual and physical support. In addition to providing immediate relief with rice, blankets and other necessities, IGL initiated a new Vision 2000 region. Overall things are slowly…
From My Heart
October 9th, 2015 by IGL Admin | | Posted in Field Updates
“Do you not say, `Four months more and then the harvest’? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest.” John 4:35 As I write to you, a variety of discipleship, leadership and ministry trainings are being held across South Asia. A few days ago I had the…
Children’s Ministry Update
July 22nd, 2015 by Becky Stanley | | Posted in Field Updates
We are happy to pass along to you a report straight from our Children’s Ministry Department in India. The report highlights the activities at India Gospel League’s children’s homes over the past two months I hope you enjoy reading it! You can view the full update here and read some excerpts below! Leadership Development Camp…
OFFERING HOPE TO CHILDREN
July 22nd, 2015 by IGL Admin | | Posted in Field Updates
Many children living in rural India grow up without hope of breaking away from their parents’ poverty. Some never even leave the small area surrounding their village. But through IGL’s 22 children’s homes, we are able to offer hope and help to more than 1,200 children in need. The family-style living, gospel-centered teaching and practical…
Educating the Downtrodden
July 22nd, 2015 by IGL Admin | | Posted in Field Updates
India’s education system has improved dramatically in recent decades – there is a 93 percent enrollment rate (up by nearly 13 percent in 15 years). More teachers have been hired, and school technology has been updated. But these statistics only tell a part of the story. A recent survey by the Pratham Education Foundation of…
From My Heart
July 22nd, 2015 by Sam Stephens | | Posted in Field Updates
In India, there is a great need to give immediate attention to the next generation. The future of the nation rests on their shoulders. For believers, it is a double burden — as we realize that the future of the church also lies in their hands. How we invest in our present generation of children…