country own no land so are reliant on hiring themselves out for work for a pittance. Please pray for Etienne and Chantal as they minister and help many in great need.

Saturday 28th March

Burundi:- During 2014 we hear that twelve miners gave their lives to Christ and were baptised as a result of Discovery Bible Studies carried out by Etienne and Chantal (sponsored by IMM UK). Hallelujah! Praise God for their fruitful ministry in the lives of the men.

Sunday 29th March

Burundi:- IMM adviser, Onesphore, reports in 2014 that Etienne and Chantal focused on marginalised pygmies who are victims of the mining work. They organised 10 houses to be built for them and helped 65 of their children to go back to school. This gives a good reputation for this missionary couple in the mining area and validates their ministry, so that they are free to serve there. Praise God.

Monday 30th March

Portugal:- We continue to remember in prayer the faithful ministry of Jorge and Adelia Paradela in Braganza. They continue to reach out to many needy people in an area where there used to be several mines, now sadly closed. Now many people find themselves out of work. These are very challenging and difficult times. May they know the Lord’s protection day by day.

Tuesday 31st March

Thanksgiving and worship:- O Lord, I will honour and praise your Name, for you are my God. You do such wonderful things. You planned them long ago, and now you have accomplished them. Is 25:1

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Pastor Jorge Paradela (seated left) helps lead a service in Braganza, Portugal

Sunday 1st February

Ethiopia:- Thank the Lord for the blessed fellowship among IMM people from around the world at the conference in November. Stuart Burns IMM USA writes: “We are all encouraged to keep on keeping on.” Please pray for wisdom for IMM committees as they seek to develop strategies to help more miners working in more mines.

Monday 2nd February

Ethiopia:- Some 20 miners received Christ as their Lord and Saviour when Pastor Mohau Mofokeng gave an impromptu talk in the open air when the conference minibus stopped during a visit to a mine near Shakiso. Let us pray that God will strengthen their faith, and use them mightily to reach many more miners for Christ in one of the remotest mining areas of the world.

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THE INTERNATIONAL MINERS’ MISSION

FEBRUARY – MARCH 2015

The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; He will save, He will rejoice over thee with joy;

He will rest in His love, He will joy over thee with singing. Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV

Fellowship in Ethiopia

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Tuesday 3rd February

South Africa:- The New Year started on a sad note for Pookkattu and Molly Paul with the passing of Molly’s father, Poulouse at the age of 82 following some months of declining health. Poulouse had insisted that Molly attend the IMM Conference in Ethiopia last November, so this made it possible for her to be at his bedside in India at the moment of his passing to Glory. Pray for Molly and her family.

Wednesday 4th February

South Africa:- We continue to remember the family of Molly Paul, who is mourning the loss of her father. The Pauls praise God for 20 years of serving the Lord in South Africa. Father Poulouse left a potent legacy with his three children all serving the Lord. We praise God for His faithfulness from generation to generation.

Thursday 5th February

Zimbabwe:- The IMM Swiss committee are sending another container containing Bibles, clothing, shoes etc. It is expected that this will leave in a few weeks time. Please pray for its safe arrival and that many will be blessed and encouraged as they read the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Friday 6th February

Zimbabwe:- Jonathan Germann is representing the IMM Swiss committee at the opening of the church building in Rutendo, which is now completed and in use. This is to be combined with the 30 year celebration of IMM’s collaboration with Mine Ministry in Zimbabwe. Matthias Feurer may also be able to go with him and preach.

Saturday 7th February

Sierra Leone:- The Ebola situation continues to bring problems. Thankfully Dennis Mannah’s district of ministry still appears free and he is able to continue with his work. Please continue to pray for his safety and give thanks for his protection; also that the plague will soon be overcome. Dennis has not yet purchased his motorbike because travel restrictions are in place due to Ebola.

Molly and Pookkattu Paul IMM South Africa

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Kwe. The days of meeting under the tarpaulin tent structure are now over. Praise the Lord. We thank God for all the supporters in Switzerland who have helped fund the building and completion of the church.

Monday 23rd March Asia:- IMM UK Trustees recently spent four days with Peter and Gwen Robertson from IMM Asia Pacific. May the Lord grant them wisdom in discerning the way forward for the mission both in the UK and countries the IMM UK are responsible for and also for Peter and Gwen as they follow up potential opportunities in China, the Philippines and Australia.

Tuesday 24th March

Ethiopia:- Pastor and General Secretary, Beletew asks for our prayers for the divine guidance of God as they seek the Lord where they are to plant new churches, particularly in other mining areas of the country. There is such a great need. Pray that they will know the Lord’s strategies and that He will raise up leaders and pastors to further the Kingdom.

Wednesday 25th March

South Africa:- Seelan Govender, acting Chairman IMM SA writes: “It is with immense joy that I heard of the possibility of funds towards Pastor Mohau’s home building. I praise the Lord for the generosity of our UK family as you share the Lord’s blessings to Mohau and family. He has proven to be one who serves with diligence, and I know the recent vehicle purchased for him has tremendously helped his ministry.”

Thursday 26th March

Romania:- “The Lord says; ‘I have called you by your name. You are Mine.’” Praise Him for Milhai, Aurel, Daniel, Marian and Samuel who along with Pastor Cornel and Sanda Hudulin work among often impoverished mining communities holding services in the various daughter churches. May they all know Him as loving Father as they share His love in the locations where miners are living.

Friday 27th March

Burundi:- On the Global Hunger index there are 19 countries suffering from “alarming levels of hunger”. Top of the list is Burundi, with nearly ¾ of its population classified as undernourished. Many in the

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Tuesday 17th March

Romania:- Marian Popescu works among juvenile delinquents in schools and the local prison in an area where mines are closing and many have lost their jobs. Please pray that Marian and his team will be the Lord’s beacon of hope drawing many to hope in Christ.

Wednesday 18th March

Burundi:- Etienne and Chantal minister faithfully to more than 300 children and young people each week providing Clubs with activities, singing and fun and sharing the love of the Lord Jesus Christ. Please thank the Lord for them and for His blessings on their lives and the mining communities they serve in. They gathered 600 children together for a big Christmas party! As a result three children have gone back to school and stopped their work in the mine.

Thursday 19th March

USA:- Bible Colleges such as Clear Creek in Kentucky, Chiguata and Huanuco in Peru train IMM workers. Please pray for Sam Risner, Santos Valero and others who lead and teach the truths of God’s Word.

Friday 20th March

South Africa:- The new term for the Miners’ Bible School in the West Rand goldfields is headed up by Pastor Elijah Dube. He is seeking other able Christians in the mines to head up the training sessions. Please pray for Mr. Malambo that he may take a lead in developing men and women in the training course at the Kloof gold mine community.

Saturday 21st March

Ethiopia:- Praise the Lord for the Pastors and evangelists who are sharing the love of Christ through the 15 churches and preaching points around Shakiso where there are many artisanal gold mines. The recent conference has highlighted a need for transport for the workers to meet with miners in remote areas. Contributions towards a suitable motorbike (cost about £1250) are being sought.

Sunday 22nd March

Zimbabwe:- Pastor Pardon Chingovo writes to say how much joy it brings him to be able to meet in the new church at Rutendo, near Kwe

Elijah Dube

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Sunday 8th February

Asia region:- Peter Robertson (IMM Asia Pacific) is currently looking into ways to reach miners in the Chinese mining areas. Please pray that the Lord will give him vision and a strategy for the work. There is great need for the Gospel to be taken to millions in China.

Monday 9th February South Africa:- Ikageng. Rev. Mohau Mofokeng and his wife Bulelwe are currently looking to build their own home starting with two rooms on a piece of land they have bought and fenced. Praise God for initial funding provided for the work to start. This faithful couple currently live in rooms alongside the church which means they are available 24/7 to members of their church. Please pray for them with their demanding ministry.

Tuesday 10th February

South Africa:- Pastor Patrick Langa writes: “Through the grace of God we managed to establish five churches each one close to the mining area. These are led by myself, Pastor Mohau, Pastor Sithole, Pastor Kotze and Pastor Moemi who is also a mine supervisor.” May they see much fruit amongst the mining communities as they share the love and grace of Christ.

Wednesday 11th February

South Africa:- Rustenburg. Pastor Patrick Langa is involved in a ministry called ‘God of mercy’ which focuses on disabled people giving them hope and empowering them to work with their hands like planting gardens. Thank God for His creativity and for the compassionate heart that He has blessed Patrick.

Thursday 12th February

South Africa:- Rustenburg. Patrick asks specifically for prayers for 1. his daughter Leno to have a stable job. 2. The new ministry he is trying to establish in the mines. 3. That he will have the opportunity to study for Bachelor of Theology at the Baptist Seminary to improve his teaching skills. Praise God that IMM USA have raised the necessary funds, so that Pastor Patrick can start his studies. Patrick Langa

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Friday 13th February

Zimbabwe:- Shurugwi Rev. Marijeki writes: ‘My God is good.’ He has seen an amazing 120 souls come to the Lord during 2014 and many families reunited and living in forgiveness because of Christ. Please pray for these new believers and also that more will come to Christ.

Saturday 14th February

Bolivia:- Ruben Paco (IMM missionary) is seeking to build and develop relationships with two church groups in Llallagua (Bustillos) with a view to encouraging outreach to miners on a one to one basis, while also exploring other strategies. May the Lord give him wisdom and insight for this outreach work.

Sunday 15th February

Bolivia:- Ruben and Pastor Eugenio Nina have been able to meet with two senior members of the Federation of Mining Cooperatives of Bustillos and explained the work of the Miners’ Mission. They are hoping to be able to hold meetings with their members. A decision is pending. Please pray that the Lord’s will be done.

Monday 16th February

Burundi:- Evangelist Etienne reports that he is pleased with his new motorbike allowing him to reach more places with the Gospel. We hear that the motorbike has been a huge blessing and many sick people have been assisted because Etienne is able to take people to the clinic or hospital as there is no other transport. Praise God for this provision.

Tuesday 17th February

Burundi:- This year is election year and our prayers are asked for a good outcome for this event. The country is politically volatile with many young men roaming around “armed to the teeth.” Also please pray for the young men Etienne and Chantal work with that they will not be caught up in this culture of violence.

Wednesday 18th February

Ukraine:- Alexander K. is faithfully serving at his church in Chasov Yar and also at the Rehabilitation Centre for alcoholics and drug addicts alongside the leaders Cristina and Andrey. Pray that they all may know the Lord’s peace and provision at these difficult times for the Ukraine. May they be strengthened in spirit, soul and restored in body.

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Thursday 12th March

Chile:- Cristobal Mangini meets monthly with around 30 miners when they encourage each other in their witness to other miners in their work places. Please ask the Lord to equip each of them with a passion for the Lord Jesus Christ and a boldness to speak of Him to their work partners, friends and relations. Pray that there will be an increase in the number of souls entering into the Kingdom.

Friday 13th March

Chile:- The mining company where Pastor Luis works recognises the huge drug problems that are in the mining communities and he has a great desire to help. May this ministry develop with wisdom and the Lord’s guidance. Many miners need to be released from the control of drugs and brought into the Lord Jesus’ Saving Grace. (This is a problem in many mining places where the IMM supports ministry of this kind.)

Saturday 14th March

Philippines:- Pray for Peter Robertson, Bishop Joy Bendoy and IMM-supported missionaries, Salvador, Wenceslao, Roland and Largo, all serving in the Philippines. May God keep them spiritually strong and physically safe on the often dangerous roads and track that lead to the often remote mining locations.

Sunday 15th March

Sierra Leone:- Many children attended the Bible club in Tongo which was led by Pastor Dennis Mannah during last year. Please pray for them that during this continued devastation caused by Ebola that their faith may be strengthened and that they will look to the Lord Jesus for hope. Much of the mining activity in the country has been challenging because of the epidemic.

Monday 16th March

USA:- Thank the Lord for the committee members of IMM USA seeking wisdom and guidance for their various South American ministries to miners. May they know God’s wisdom and experience the provision of His resources in the work to which He has called them. Particularly pray for Secretary, Stuart Burns, who heads up this challenging outreach to miners. He is much encouraged by the two regional leaders in Bolivia and Peru.

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Saturday 7th March

Zimbabwe:- Shurugwi mining area. Rev. D. Marijeki writes about street kids meetings which is the most difficult area of ministry as most have lost their parents and no one has shown love to them. Pray that more will come to the meetings and enjoy the Word of God alongside singing. dancing and playing soccer together. Pray that they will be able to receive the Love of Christ through this ministry.

Sunday 8th March

Ukraine:- Artymovosk has received around 20 thousand refugees because of the fighting; mostly women, children and old people and the church provides hot meals during the week. Pastor Vasily preaches the Gospel of Jesus Christ and after dinner spends time with everyone doing the individual soul care, because many of them have lost loved ones, many of the are wounded and have mental and physical trauma.

Monday 9th March

Chile:- Pray for encouragement for four workers connected to IMM, Victor Varas, Pastor Luis, Cristobal Mangini and Mike Jackoboice. May many in the copper mines in Rancagua and Los Andes hear the Word and respond to the preaching of the Gospel of Christ. Pray for the tract distribution ministry that Cristobal Mangini undertakes in the mine where he is working.

Tuesday 10th March

South Africa:- The harvest in South Africa is plentiful and the workers are few. Doors are wide open for the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ amongst the miners. Praise God for news of the Rodrigues family (Francisco and Venuza with Hadassa and Kalebe) settling in to work in the Rustenburg mine ministry with a specific ministry to the Mozambican miners and their families.

Wednesday 11th March

Romania:- Pastor Cornel Hudulin writes: “For some time we had a study on Psalms and I noticed that in general among other subjects, how very important was praise and giving thanks to God for all what He is. The last five Psalms are especially Psalms of praise. There is no request in them.” It has been a difficult time for Cornel and his wife Sanda with the ongoing court case regarding the car crash of five years ago! May this soon be resolved.

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Thursday 19th February

Ukraine:- Some of the most vulnerable people in Eastern Ukraine are the children. Ask that the Lord may reveal Himself into their hearts through His Spirit giving them revelation of His love as they experience such frightening times in their towns and villages and also see the threat of fighting flaring up at any moment.

Friday 20th February

Peru:- IMM USA Trustee Paul Liggitt visited the miners in Orcopampa involving a grueling 18 hour round trip to 18,000 feet altitude. His secular translator Fyi said that not only did he see the light of Christ in the eyes of the Christian ministers visited, but shared he had felt empty before the trip but not now. Fyi has committed to visit Santos Valero’s church. Please pray for him.

Saturday 21st February

Peru:- Give thanks for the life of Gregorio Luna who challenged Roberto Masca “to show me” some of the claims in the Bible. Gregorio says that the Spirit of Christ confirmed it in his heart and he now prays with his wife and has stopped fighting and drinking. He has a personal vision for service to Christ through the church. Praise the Lord.

Sunday 22nd February

Peru:- Thank God for compassionate, brave, resourceful, and bold men like Roberto and Rene who minister to miners around Orcopampa and other remote areas. They go to bus stops, restaurants, cantinas and plazas; where ever the miners are and tell them of the Saviour, Jesus Christ. They said “we don’t wait for them to come to church.”

Monday 23rd February

Bolivia:- Louis and Maribel Woodley (Latin Link missionaries working with IMM USA) have returned to resume their ministry in a spiritually dark area where miners worship satan, “the god of the underground”. Please pray for them as they resettle that they may know the strength and encouragement of the Lord in this work and see miners turning to the Light of Christ.

Roberto Masca with Santos Valero, IMM Peru Co-ordinator

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Tuesday 24th February

Ukraine:- There is a regular attendance of some 10 adults and 12 children in the Sunday School held in a private house in the salt miners’ village of Volodarskoe. Vasily asks: “Please pray that we may be able to establish a church there.” Remember them in these difficult days, with the sporadic fighting taking place around them.

Wednesday 25th February

Ukraine:- Pastor Vasily writes: “Officially our town is the area of anti-terrorist operation (ATO). In most nearby towns there are fights within 40 km from us. Now the fighting is intensified. Due to the war the food prices have increased by 80 percent. The unemployment and the threat to lives prompts many people to leave. Today there is a real danger of an attack to our towns. Please, pray for us!”

Thursday 26th February

Ukraine:- In spite of the turmoil and unrest in Eastern Ukraine churches are still able to get together to share fellowship and fun. Bible knowledge competitions are arranged for the children. Thank the Lord for the faithfulness and bravery of the ministers and for creativity in encouraging Bible knowledge and understanding.

Friday 27th February

Zimbabwe:- Pastor Pardon Chingovo writes: “Thank you so much for your prayerful support over the year and for the financial assistance you provide to us so faithfully.” There is such great need among the impoverished mining communities please pray that IMM’s four faithful evangelists will be guided by the Lord and be encouraged in their work seeing many souls come into the saving grace of the Lord.

Saturday 28th February

Romania:- Evangelist Marian Popescu and his team minister in a mining area where many are out of work and also visit the local prison. Please pray that they will have the Lord’s wisdom where so many are in need emotionally, physically and spiritually.

Sunday 1st March

Isaiah 55:11 reads “The Word that goes out of my mouth shall not return to me empty, but shall accomplish that which I purpose, and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it.” May all IMM workers be bold and encouraged through our prayers for them! 7

Monday 2nd March

Zimbabwe:- Susan, an orphan, testifies to Rev. Marijeki; “God is doing wonders in my life. I thought of my parents who died and I was preparing to go into the street to look for food but through Mine Ministry I am being helped physically and spiritually. I thank you IMM supporters for helping us”.

Tuesday 3rd March

Bolivia:- The mayor of Llallagua, where the Uncia and Siglo XX mines are located, was visiting Catavi when he noticed the church was open. He joined the Bible study workshop there and stayed all day! At the end he suggested that the leadership training be expanded to include young people. Please pray for him and his relationship with the Lord.

Wednesday 4th March

Romania:- Please pray for Cornel and Sanda Hudulin as they serve the Lord in the town of Targu Jiu, where several open-cast coal mines are located. Many miners do not wish to know anything about the Good News of Jesus Christ. Many miners have now lost their jobs due to a reduction in the amount of work available following the closure of uneconomic mines.

Thursday 5th March

East Kentucky, USA:- Connie and Sharon Boggs, run Living Waters Ministries and are supported by IMM USA. They take food and other items to the elderly, the unemployed, the downcast, in Eastern Kentucky where so many coal mines have closed. Ask God to encourage them today. Stuart Burns says that he hopes to get a group together for a visit this year.

Friday 6th March

Worldwide:- Miners live in physically difficult remote places where few missionaries serve. They are subject to constant danger and mine related illnesses. Stress on body and soul lead to many social ills and typically a shortened lifespan. Please ask the Lord to send His workers to share His love and grace into these “harvest fields”.