Mission work can be accomplished in any number of ways. The question becomes: what strategy is most effective for these people, in this location, at this time in history?
The Philippine Islands are a unique challenge. The gospel was introduced to the Philippine Islands about 100 years ago. Yet, we are still finding churches in need of leadership, ministers, and active members.
Let me introduce you to Leyte Christian College.
The Philippine Islands are a unique challenge. The gospel was introduced to the Philippine Islands about 100 years ago. Yet, we are still finding churches in need of leadership, ministers, and active members.
Let me introduce you to Leyte Christian College.
Main Building of LCC, during construction phase.
Jesse and I joined forced with this school just a few months ago. We are thrilled with their approach to mission work in the Philippines. This is an effective ministry with a bright future.
Leyte Christian College is a four-year undergraduate degree college. LCC is currently seeking accreditation with the Philippine government. We expect to earn accreditation by June 2013.
Leyte Christian College exists to:
- Teach the scripture to the students.
- Equip the students to interpret and apply the scripture for themselves.
- Train these students to share the gospel.
- Prepare the men to preach and evangelize.
- Prepare the women to teach women and children.
- Give these students an excellent college education for a better future.
- Send these students into their own communities to become local missionaries.
- Strengthen churches in the Philippine Islands through these students.
These are admirable goals that reach the need of this country. Every church would benefit from educated, dedicated ministers and members. Our hope is that these students will transform the face of the PI by bringing the light of the gospel wherever they go.
What do you think? Tell me your thoughts on college education as an approach to mission work.
