February 2009 - India

It is exciting to know that God is using Carey Outreach Ministries to impact the lives of people in the very land in which William Carey poured out his life, saying,

"Expect great things from God. Attempt great things for God."

We were blessed to have David Sloss, Hugh Manary, and Bob Penhearow travel to India to teach, to preach, and to fellowship with the Christians in that great land.

Two Modules Taught at Kanigiri Bible School

David Sloss writes, "Once again it was a privilege to serve the Lord and the church in India by teaching two courses in Kanigiri Bible School. The courses taught were Old Testament Survey 1 and New Testament Survey, both of which were well received. I never cease to be amazed at the reception we receive in coming to teach. Students enjoy the interactive nature of the teaching with different methodologies used to keep interest keen throughout the hot days of lecturing.

Both exams went well although it is obvious there are major educational discrepancies between students. Some hardly know how to write an exam and are almost fearful.. Others do very well and know the material well."

Students in India

The brothers we serve in this way are working diligently to reach their culture for the Lord's Kingdom, and it is a privilege to serve them in this small way. May God receive all the glory.

Pastors' Conference

Hugh Manary writes, "It was a privilege to be asked to minister to the local pastors at their two day pastors' conference in Kothagudem, India. About 150 pastors attended, and received encouragement in serving the Lord, servant leadership of their people, and in loving their wives. It is not always easy to speak through a translator, but we were encouraged by the reports we received from the leaders. It was also encouraging to see many in attendance wiping the sweat from their foreheads - it wasn't only the Canadians who were struggling with the heat!"

Pastors Conference

Evangelistic Meetings with Thousands in Attendance

Elderly Pastor Praying

During this same week, Dr. Bob preached at evangelistic crusade meetings held in Kothagudem. Over 6,000 people attended these meetings over the course of the three evenings of the crusade! In his preaching, Bob focused on the grace and mercy of Jesus Christ as seen in his interactions with the widow whose only son had died, the leper who came to Him for cleansing and in the parable of the prodigal son. Over 1,100 people filled in cards indicating that they wanted to know more about Christ, and they will be invited to a follow up "Truth Seekers" conference. Please pray for these people, that they would indeed attend the conference and that the Lord would be pleased to bring them into His Kingdom. Pray also that the Lord would provide funds to purchase Bibles and discipleship materials for them.

Bob and Translator

William Carey said, "Expect great things from God; Attempt great things for God!" We expect God will continue to bless thousands in India with a knowledge of the truth of the gospel. We expect God will use His people to pray, to give, and to go. As we attempt to teach and preach, to enrich and encourage, we know that God will build His church!

Sincerely,

Janet Billson, Communications
Carey Outreach Ministries