Jan. 13-16, the children attended a youth camp during the Pongal Holidays, an Indian Harvest Festival. Eleven have dedicated their lives to full-time ministry, and we appreciate your prayers to enable them to stand firm in their decision for the Lord.
Jan. 21-24, the WMF South Asia Regional Retreat was held in Chennai, with the theme “Body of Christ.” During this retreat, Brook Birch (Nepal) and Beth Waterman (Kolkata) were commissioned as Field Directors. Following the retreat, the South Asia Field Directors meet for two days of planning, prayer and reflection. WMF Thailand, Nepal and Kolkata staff visited the Chennai children’s home on their way back to their respective countries.