The Proclaim! North Africa team made it back safely having been obedient and faithful to make the most of all the opportunities that God provided. It was one of those tours where some of what was accomplished was not immediately visible.
One of the biggest highlights was the training in the music camps. It seems that the kind of training we brought is almost non-existent in that country and the musicians were extremely appreciative. The team got a lot of feedback on how the training we did last year was so valuable and well used and the young people were eager to learn more. Pray that these young musicians will continue to have courage and an increased sense of purpose in their ministries.
One of the concert strategies that was accomplished was gaining visibility and establishing credibility for future ministry both for Proclaim and for the national believers. High profile venues included the American University and the national opera house at which the concert was sponsored by the American Embassy.
One of the biggest highlights was the training in the music camps. It seems that the kind of training we brought is almost non-existent in that country and the musicians were extremely appreciative. The team got a lot of feedback on how the training we did last year was so valuable and well used and the young people were eager to learn more. Pray that these young musicians will continue to have courage and an increased sense of purpose in their ministries.
One of the concert strategies that was accomplished was gaining visibility and establishing credibility for future ministry both for Proclaim and for the national believers. High profile venues included the American University and the national opera house at which the concert was sponsored by the American Embassy.
University
Opera House
The concerts were very well received musically and there were some good ministry opportunities where seeds of the Gospel were planted and seekers were open in their questioning about the truth.
Private garden parties were settings where the message could be more openly spoken.
Even when free expression from the stage wasn't possible, God showed through. As one musician said who heard us at the jazz club, “Your music touched me deeply on a spiritual level. There is something very different about all of you.”
We have confidence that God is accomplishing what he intended. We are praying for things that were set in motion, especially for the believers who carry on the ministry. Pray for our direction in the best ways to continue having ministry input there.
Photos by Bob McIntyre
