I have great sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart. Romans 9:2 “When was the last time you cried for those who do not know Jesus Christ as their Savior?” This question was asked of me by a student during the first semester I taught at Indiana Wesleyan University. I quickly replied, “I have been a pastor for four years. I then served as a missionary in Africa and Southeast Asia for around another 14 years…” Before I could finish articulating a full answer the student inte

When Roxene and I became missionaries, we were required by our mission board to recruit those who would become a part of our team as supporters. “Grandma Miller” became one of our team members. During one of our furloughs, I had opportunity to visit with her. As I sat across from her in her living room, Grandma Miller shared about how, when she was a young girl, she thought it would be wonderful to be a missionary. Reading stories about missionaries fueled her desire to go an

In 1874, Ira Sankey was doing a revival with D. L. Moody in Edinburg. In between services Sankey was reading a religious publication that had “The Ninety and Nine” by Elizabeth Clephane printed in it. What he read touched his heart so deeply that he cut it out and placed it in his vest pocket. The next day, Moody’s sermon was about the Good Shepherd. As the sermon was coming to a close, Moody asked Sankey to sing something suitable for the invitation. Sankey thought of the wo

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Building the Kingdom of God around the world can look like many things. Most often we may think of preaching and teaching, and those are certainly involved. However, building the Kingdom of God can also include small, tangible steps that support the preaching and teaching of the Word. For this year’s Annual Harvest Offering, we invite you to invest in specific projects—building blocks—to support the work of God in Myanmar and Papua New Guinea. The construction of a new buildi

As the Director of World Missions for the Churches of God (Holiness) for over two months now, I would like to share my vision for what I believe the Holy Spirit has in store for the future of COGH World Missions. My vision is to see: An increased enthusiasm for souls to be saved; More missionary couples and individuals from our churches accepting God’s call; and An increase in giving—both in dollars and in numbers of churches within our association who participate. Andew Murr

On August 7, 2024, World Missions lost a dear friend when former missionary and former director, Bill Hayton, went to be with the Lord. Bill and his wife, Linda, served as missionaries in the US and British Virgin Islands from 1969-1983. Bill served as Director of World Missions from 1983-2004. In later years, he also served as a board member. Bill was loved by many. His entire life was devoted to ministry and serving in the Kingdom of God. He will be missed. At the funeral,

The World Mission Board announces a change in leadership in the home office. This coming summer, Mark Surbrook will be retiring from his role as Director and passing the baton of leadership to Dr. Jim Lo. Gratefulness for Our Current Director Director Mark has served many roles in relationship to World Missions through the years, beginning with his role as missionary when he and Linda first traveled to Haiti in the 1960s. Through his work on the ground and in countless visits

Each fall we bring to you an appeal for the Annual Harvest Offering for World Missions. This year, we are excited to tell you about two projects that are worthy of your support. Since the first graduating class in 2004, Shiloh Bible College in Myanmar has trained many church planters and Christian workers. However, the Bible college has always met in rented facilities. This year they have begun new construction—their own building on their own land. The plan is to build four f

Do you ever find the joy of the holiday season doesn’t seem to match what is really going on? Bolivia is in turmoil; crime is up, and people are being assaulted in the streets. The Myanmar military has taken over their government, affecting every area of life, including public schools and banks. Citizens and soldiers clash. In Haiti, a two-month fuel blockade has been followed by a spike in cholera cases. Violence and gang activity persist. Russia continues attacking Ukraine;