The Bara and the need for Christ
This is the story of Petera. From the outside, life seems simple and idyllic, from the inside, life is complex, troublesome and in need of deep restoration…
The world’s fourth biggest island boasting flora and fauna that exist nowhere else on earth. 92% of the population exist on less than £2 per day. 41% of the population identify with Christianity, 7% with Islam, the majority follow Traditional African Religions.
In 1979 Colin & Christine Molyneux began AIM’s work in Madagascar. Initially working with the Malagasy Bible Society the plan was for AIM mission partners to engage in farm projects that would support poor communities, and encourage Christians in these communities to share the gospel. Quickly, however, it became clear to the Molyneux’s that there was a tremendous need for evangelism and Bible teaching across all of Madagascar. Whilst many in Madagascar professed the Christian faith, few knew Christ.
Today the task continues, Madagascar is still in need of Bible teaching and there remains ten people groups who are still waiting to hear the gospel for the first time. AIM’s goal is to reach these unreached people with the good news of Christ, and to see Christ-centred churches across Madagascar, and the rest of Africa.
This is the story of Petera. From the outside, life seems simple and idyllic, from the inside, life is complex, troublesome and in need of deep restoration…
Naomi Coleman who describes herself as ‘not the kind of person that does not go on foreign holidays and is rubbish at learning languages…’ describes how she felt God calling her to short term mission.
Adam & Lora Willard plan to lead a TIMO team amongst the unreached Antakarana people. They gave this update on how preparations are going and slowing…
This testimony has been compiled from thoughts from Colin, her husband, her children and others who knew her well…
The Antakarana live in the far north of Madagascar. Here is an update on construction for the teams houses.
Roger, like many people in Madagascar, grew up in a culture of ancestral spirit worship. In talking about his past, Roger writes: I loved idols…