A Ugandan widow shares how God restored her health and hope.

In Northern Uganda, there is a home filled with the lively sounds of children, birds, ducks, chickens, turkey and geese. This bustling household is a testament to the goodness of God in Gertrude Opina’s life. 

Pastors and leaders from across the Amazon gathered to receive encouragement from World Challenge speakers.

East of the Andes is a city in Peru named Iquitos. Located in an ideal position to reach the northern Amazon and the tribes that live in this jungle region, it can only be reached by boat or by air travel.

A tribe threatened to kidnap our teams when they tried to share the gospel...then the Holy Spirit touched this village.

Our teams in Liberia have felt a deep missional calling to the tribes in their area, including the Poro in the village of Wehyeepa. After overcoming many challenges, spiritual revival has sparked in this village, transforming it into a beacon of light to a community that has historically deeply opposed Christianity.

In regions hostile to Christianity, some pay the ultimate price.

Being a disciple of Christ in areas of the Muslim World is dangerous. *Salem’s brother knew this when he dedicated his life to Jesus. Salem and his family were devout Muslims, so his brother’s conversion horrified them. Not only had he begun worshipping Christ, but he was also sharing the gospel with others.

In Central Asia, sharing the gospel is risky, especially where Islam is widespread. But many new believers can’t resist passing on the hope they have found in the Messiah, despite the dangers.

In one corner of Ghana, our partners reached a Muslim tribe who had not heard the gospel before.

World Challenge’s partners in Ghana knew of a nearby tribe, called the Fulani, who were almost exclusively Muslim. This tribe has a rich cultural heritage and a nomadic lifestyle that takes them through many remote, rural areas. Several leaders on the team had a heart for this tribe, so they began researching the tribe’s customs and values to best speak to their needs.

Chantha and his wife had four children on their small family farm in rural Cambodia. 

He was the breadwinner for his loved ones, so it was deeply alarming when his left leg began to go numb. The numbness began to spread until he was forced to give up his work.

One of many refugee camps on the outskirts of Nairobi has nearly 1,500 Somali families stranded far from home.

Amid the many struggles Christians face in Central Asia, a story of courage and unwavering faith shines a light on Jesus’s powerful love.

Despite the challenges and dangers of being a devout Christian in Central Asia, Zarina* led a life dedicated to her family, church and students. A woman of steadfast faith, she was beloved in the community. Suddenly, however, her life changed when she was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.

An Albanian church brings hope to a struggling community with the message of Christ’s mercy and help in our times of need.