Greetings from Africa!

This week’s team update comes to you from South Africa, where Dr. Sherry Gorveatte, Dr. Chris Williams, Marietta Williams, and I have been taking part in the International Conference of The Wesleyan Church (ICWC) and visiting our ministry partners in the Zambia Wesleyan Church. It has been an encouraging experience, filled with opportunities to connect, learn, and witness God’s incredible work around the globe.
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One of the highlights of the week has been the District Superintendent Roundtable, held concurrently with the conference. Nineteen of the twenty-two District Superintendents gathered to share insights, address common challenges, and explore opportunities for ministry. It was a meaningful time of collaboration and mutual encouragement.
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The North American delegation to the ICWC was led by General Superintendent Dr. Wayne Schmidt. Dr. Sherry Gorveatte and I were honored to serve as voting delegates, contributing to discussions that will help shape the global Wesleyan Church in the years ahead.
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Another significant highlight was the introduction of Rev. Jenn Petersen as the new CEO of World Hope International. Her leadership marks an exciting chapter for this vital organization, which continues to impact lives worldwide through practical expressions of God’s love.
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The global reach of The Wesleyan Church was powerfully illustrated by the reports shared during the ICWC. Over the past five years, 1,600 churches have been planted, and nearly 180,000 people have been baptized. These numbers are a testament to God’s faithfulness and the dedication of His people in advancing the Kingdom.
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We also celebrated the election of Dr. Amos Anteg, General Superintendent of the Philippines General Conference, to a four-year term as Chair of the International Conference of The Wesleyan Church. His leadership will be a blessing to our global family.
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Back home in the Crossroads District, God is still on the move! Casa de Dios, a new campus of the Casa Network, held its launch team service this Sunday. This ministry, led by Rev. Claudia Ruiz Wilson in partnership with Rev. Nathan Richardson at Southview Church in Indianapolis, is a wonderful example of how collaboration can help us reach new communities with the Gospel.
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Praise the Lord for a wonderful report from Sonlight Wesleyan in Bluffton. Here’s the report from Pastor Lyle Breeding: “We were scheduled to have 5 baptized this morning but by the time God swept through the service we baptized 14.  Praise the Lord and Hallelujah!!  God is moving and we are excited about where He is going to take us.”
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We’re grateful for your prayers as we continue connecting with our ministry partners in the Zambia Wesleyan Church this week. It’s a privilege to serve alongside you in this great Kingdom mission.
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Thank you for all you do to further God’s work in the Crossroads District and beyond.

Your servant in Christ,

Mark Gorveatte

Crossroads District Superintendent