Posts by Gene Whitehead
Brewing Hope: How One Albanian Café Is Transforming Lives
There are more coffee shops per capita in Albania than anywhere in the world, but one offers more than just a good brew. The Bridge offers hope and community. In Albania, the unfortunate reality is that many citizens feel hopeless about their country and its economic prospects; anger and aggression run high; mistrust in the government and with one another runs rampant. These deep-rooted challenges need a soul-reaching solution. “We…
Read MoreDiscipleship Through Music Training in Romania
At a week-long event called “Junior Levites,” fourteen-year-old Anca sat quietly among her fellow teen musicians, taking part in a small group led by GEM worker Richard Mauney. At the beginning of the week, as the group discussed faith and serving God with their music skills, Anca listened carefully. Yet she was hesitant to speak. …
Read MoreFive Bible Verses about Missions and Why They Matter
If you’ve spent any amount of time in the Gospels, you’re likely familiar with the final command that Jesus gave His disciples to “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). As followers of Christ, our chief purpose is to please him and bring glory to His name. For that reason, it’s important that we…
Read MoreFour Benefits of Being an Empty-Nester on the Mission Field
You’ve done the hard work. The kids are grown, the nest is empty, and it’s quiet. While you may find yourself relieved one moment, it won’t be long before you miss the action and the relationships of family. For most of us, it doesn’t take long for the silence to become deafening in the absence…
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