... this isn’t a sacrifice; it's a privilege.

In the alleyways of Oitão Preto, one of Fortaleza’s most notorious neighborhoods plagued by drugs, violence, and despair, a prayer house stands as a beacon of hope. This documentary offers an intimate glimpse into the missionaries' lives which are driven by an unshakeable belief in Jesus' love for every individual, seeking to restore dignity and hope to the downtrodden. They exemplify the church's role beyond the four walls, revealing that amidst the darkness, love and faith can transform the most broken of hearts.

To them this isn’t a sacrifice; it's a privilege.

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One of the happiest places in the world is an airport arrivals terminal. Expectant families and friends await the arrival of a loved one and as soon as they are seen the loved one who has just arrived is covered with hugs and love. Joy overflows. The same can be said of the Iris Family African Gathering in Nelspruit, South Africa in July. Iris missionaries from all over Africa embraced each other as friends connected as though they were at the arrivals terminal at an airport. All through the week the 190 attendees worshiped the Lord, laughed together, ate together, prayed together and remembered that though they were hundreds of miles apart they all shared the one goal of lifting up the name of Jesus. They were partners in the gospel.

At each of the sessions throughout the week the worship was passionate and the teaching profound. “Waiting is worship” taught Pastor Surpresa. “Jesus is the goal, not missional activites” taught Mama Tryphina. “No compromise” taught Will Hart.

Though the temperature was cold, the passion at the Monday games was hot! Teams from the different locations battled against one another to win an earthly prize. Papa Steve and Francisco tried to keep order – but with no success! It was great fun!

The children too had activities and sessions and learned more of the Lord with the highlight being the knights and princesses dinner where they were reminded of who they were in Jesus.

We heard many testimonies from different locations and were inspired by what the Lord was doing throughout all of Africa, and as we left the camp we were staying at we knew that we had been in the presence of the Lord and that Africa shall be saved.

We are so excited to announce a new location for Stop for the One: Lisbon, Portugal! Our team works in mainly in two neighborhoods: Zambujal, made up mostly of African immigrants; and a Gypsy community finding refuge among ruins in the city. The majority of residents don’t have access to basic necessities and children are the most vulnerable to theses conditions. Our team reaches these communities through programs that express the tangible love of Jesus and we celebrate each breakthrough as lives are transformed by the redemptive power of Christ. If you want to be a part of the work in Lisbon, click here to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities.

For peace in Cabo Delgado and for hearts to turn to Jesus as their source of hope
Violence is also ravaging Haiti and our team in confronted daily with those challenges and the heartbreak. Our prayer is that the revelation and truth of Jesus with transform the nation
Our team in Phnom Penh is making strides in their community to combat trafficking. Keep praying for protection and for the light of Jesus to shine brightly in the darkness
Praise Jesus! Thank you all so much for praying for Heidi! After finally taking time to undergo long overdue surgery on her neck and back, she has been cleared to resume her full and active schedule!