I hope you are staying strong and encouraged as we continue to journey through this amazing season. Let me remind you that God’s plans for you have not changed. Circumstances do not determine our destiny. If we respond correctly, they can actually help prepare us to step into our destiny. God is still with us and for us, leading us into all He has planned for us.
When life is challenging, we must stand firm, refusing to be moved by situations and circumstances. In Exodus 13 we read the account of the Egyptians chasing the Israelites after they had been released from captivity. In verse 13 Moses told the people “Fear not, stand firm and see the salvation of the Lord. The Lord will fight for you”. And God is with us today, empowering us to stand firm. Do not pull back, don’t give up. Stand strong IN THE LORD. Whatever comes at you God IS greater. He plans to give you victory. His power is in you. An old hymn we used to sing contained the words ‘on Christ the solid rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand’. Stand strong on the Lord and His Word. Do not rely on your ability or your strength but draw everything you need from Him.
Although all my travel plans were cancelled due to Covid-19 I have remained very busy over the past few weeks, recording sermons for churches (as well as posting short ‘Encouragement’ videos on social media), live stream preaching and being interviewed online. At the end of May I had the privilege of ministering online to several churches in South Africa. I am continuing to mentor, and serve, many leaders globally. Praise God for the internet!
At JCM we have been fundraising for people in East Africa and India. In these regions they are not only battling through Covid-19 but drought, floods, food shortages and various health challenges. In the past week or so we have been able to send financial aid to Burundi, India, Kenya, Malawi and Uganda. Please pray for our leaders who are arranging for food and medical supplies to be purchased and distributed in their respective countries. Donations can still be made to help us continue standing with people in these countries - visit www.johncairns.org or email admin@johncairns.org
As we continue to journey through these amazing times be encouraged that we will come through this season. In the meanwhile, let me encourage you to stay focused on Jesus knowing that He is with you and for you.
Love and blessings,
John and Heather
Partnership Opportunities
We are acutely aware that people in so many of the countries we are privileged to work in continue to face the daily crisis of not having basic items like food, water, medicines and so on. The virus has only worsened the dire situations they face. As mentioned in John's report above, in the last month JCM has raised funds for 5 different countries. If you would like to help us meet some of these needs please contact us at admin@johncairns.org. You can also check out our Gifts for Change brochure at our website www.johncairns.org
There are so many ways you can partner with us here at John Cairns Ministries. Please see below just one of the practical ways you can support the work we are doing.
1. Church Building / Community Centre in Kulwanda, East Africa.
Led by our Leaders Network International (LNI) national leader, a new building to serve as a church centre for 500 people. Also will be used through the week for community activities such as child immunization, mothercraft classes, medical care, primary school, life skills training, seminars and local government meetings. Total Needed: AUS $20,000
June - July 2020 Ministry Itinerary
Due to the travel restrictions and Government policies currently in place as a result of the Covid-19 crisis all "physical" ministry, in Australia and internationally remains cancelled.
The cancellation of public ministry obviously affects John's income but God has always been, and always will be, Jehovah Jireh our Provider. He is ever faithful.
Please visit the schedule tab on the JCM website to see as and when John is ministering via Facebook live streams and pre-recorded sermons.
Family News!
Our family are keeping well. There have been health challenges but God is faithful and we thank Him for His strength and healing power. The 4 grandsons have been learning from home the last 8 weeks and are keeping their parents busy!
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John Cairns Ministries
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Branch: Berwick
Account Name: John Cairns Ministries
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Account Number: 408584
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John Cairns Ministries
PO Box 4138, Narre Warren South,
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