121 World News

 
December.07

CREATED

 

Created
Women halfway around the world have much in common with women here in the Metroplex - for one thing, they enjoy working on projects together. Match that with a desire to help provide for their families, and you have a great formula for cottage industry.        More...

THANKSGIVING FIRSTS

 
 

Students
It doesn't get more American than Thanksgiving, but what does that mean to college students from other countries going to school in the Metroplex? Well, it can mean an introduction to the love and hospitality of Christ.      More…

GIVING HERE AND THERE

 
 

Giving
In a season of honoring the Greatest Gift we have received by giving to others, many families and individuals at 121 Community Church have found joy in international giving - both here and in Penza, Russia.       More…

PRAYER POINTS

 
 

Paul reminds us in Ephesians 6:18 to pray for the saints.  Prayer is a foundational part of any outreach.  As God brings these things to your mind, please take them to Him in prayer:

  • Created
    • Open hearts and minds for the ladies working in the production center
    • Guidance and wisdom in ministry development
  • International Students
    • Continued curiosity about American customs and God's love
    • Families to welcome international students into their homes
  • Refugees and Fireworks
    • Provision of hospitality for refugees
    • Provision of daily needs for older orphans living independently
  • Other current efforts
    • Bryan & Leslie, Heather, Deborah, and others who are serving in full-time mission work overseas
    • Partners working in India, Russia, Guatemala, and Mexico
    • La Comunidad

RECOMMENDED RESOURCE

 
 

CIA World Factbook Christmas Customs around the World
(Paperback, Herbert H. Wernecke)

Divided geographically by continent and by country, this book discusses the Christmas celebration, with special emphasis on geographical and cultural influences.

 
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