How Ilse Met Jesus and Introduced Him to Others

There was no hole prepared and nothing to bury, but they stood together under the shade of a large tree as Jim began to lead the impromptu service. “If Ilse were here,” he said, “she would tell you about how she met Jesus.”

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God at Work Among the Displaced in Europe

Gathered in the ministry center for an evening of fellowship and discussion about Jesus, Amir listened intently when the gospel was shared. At the night’s end, he asked to return the next day to learn more. He returned and brought three more people with him.

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Sharing the Gospel at the Corrie ten Boom House  

Nestled in the city of Haarlem, Netherlands, is a historic house with an impactful story. At its front entrance, quality watches were once sold and fixed for the public, while the remainder of the home was occupied by the shop’s owners: the Ten Boom family.    Though this home and business would appear unassuming, it…

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Breaking Bread Together: A Dinner Ministry in Germany 

Megan felt inspired. She’d spent a wonderful week at a Christian community and study centre, sitting around the dinner table, talking about life’s big questions with the other guests. Those conversations over delicious food had encouraged her as she pondered the next phase of her ministry with Greater Europe Mission. Her fellow diners’ words had…

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Serving the Vulnerable in Paris

Serving the Vulnerable in Paris

While French authorities are aware and working toward helping mitigate human trafficking and sex work throughout the city, Greater Europe Mission worker Noemi P. Aguirre is taking a different approach. However, Aguirre’s history with the ministry begins far before the upcoming Olympic Games. 

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Creating a Church Home in West Cork, Ireland

Church planter in a chequered shirt talking to an older man dressed in a suit jacket

After years of Rob and Amy pouring into people who were coming to local ministries and Bible studies, an older and wiser friend challenged them. “Have you considered, is there going to be a long-term home for these people,” he asked. 

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GEM Is Inter-Denominational: What Does That Look Like?

GEM Is Inter-Denominational

“Tell me about the Christian culture in Czech Republic?” I asked a friend serving with GEM in one of the most atheistic countries in the world.  “In my local context, we are connected with Wesleyans, Brethren, Catholics, Pentecostals, Baptists, Anglicans and some other Protestants,” she told me.  And do you…get along? I thought.   She chimed in before my…

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5 Benefits of Living on Support

One of the greatest hurdles to people saying “yes” to God’s calling on their life for missions is raising support. People don’t talk about money, let alone ask for money. It’s awkward, people think. I once thought that, too.

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