Read about what God has been doing through Shofar Missions in the Philippines.

Ministry Training Institute

The Ministry Training Institute classes are for pastors and church leaders who desire to increase their biblical and doctrinal knowledge and skills in order to grow themselves, their churches, and the kingdom of God. Pastor Tim and Ryan taught the sixth class “Biblical Theology” to students in three different locations: Cebu, Toledo, and Bantayan. There were many returning students, as well as quite a few new faces at each class! It was also the first time a class has been held at the Shofar Missions Centre in Cebu City since 2019. The next classes will be held in July and will cover Old Testament scriptures.

Street Level Ministries

At the beginning of May, we held a Summit for students from Cebu and Toledo. The topic was “AWAKEN” – addressing the need to be brought from spiritual death to life. Ryan opened and closed the day, while Pete, Abby, and Britt led small group discussions. On the Friday night before the Summit, we met with the members to talk through the goals and vision of both the Summit and Street Level as a whole. We also held two remote radio broadcasts – one in Toledo and one in Cebu – and gave away some cool new Street Level Radio t-shirts! The newest issue of Word on the Street Magazine was released, so we got to hit the streets and distribute copies to local cafés, eateries, and students. We will continue weekly meetings over the summer since many students will still be around.

Exploring Creation Science

The last week of April, a science lesson focusing on God’s creation of the human body was taught for students in grades 4-6 at Cebu Bradford Christian School – a school we previously ministered at. During the first couple weeks of May, there was an opportunity to participate in weekly staff devotions at Southern Bethany along with giving students that have participated in all Exploring Creation Science lessons at Inayawan Nazarene a Certified Creation Scientist Certificates during Quarter Three Recognition. We met a new school and taught four different lessons for students in grades 4-6 & 7-12 in two days. Word On the Street Magazines were given out to grade 12 students along with the info about Street Level meetings. Lessons also continue at six schools. Lessons for some schools will continue as we move into summer classes soon.

Prayer Requests

Please pray for the following:

• All the pastors and leaders who attended the Ministry Training Institute classes… that they’d put what they learned into practice and continue serving the Lord faithfully.
• That the students who attended the Summit and SLM meetings would be honest about where they’re at with God and have the Spirit-led desire and power to put Jesus first in their lives.
• Please pray for the teachers and students as the school year comes to a close. Pray especially for students in grades 6 & 12 as many of them move on to new schools for high school & university.