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Offerings go toward our Global & Local/DOMESTIC Missions. Our goal is to collect $75,000. This is a great time to be extra generous.

GLOBAL MISSIONS

First, in 2022 there were 1,992 baptisms, 220 returned to church and 150 elderly people received medical care due to God's grace and different donations of the generous Christians of Littleton Church. Second, in 2023 despite the hit after hit that has taken Haiti, God has opened doors for his work through the various helps shared by the brothers and sisters of Littleton Church of Christ to many Haitian congregations.

As the result, 1,936 were added to the church by being baptized for the remission of their sins. 440 people have returned to church, 900 kids have received spiritual and intellectual education, and 350 elderly people got access to medical care. Please be aware that 716 people are already added to the kingdom of God from January to June 2024. Third, due to the support of the young men and women of the church and school, we have 3,000 blocks available for making the buildings for church, school and orphanage.

Truly, there is a lot to do. I need 60,000 thousand blocks for the work. It seems to be a lot for us as human beings, but it is NOTHING FOR GOD. Thank you so much for impacting thousands and thousands of people in Haiti by both your prayers and financial helps.

On behalf of many congregations of churches of Christ,

Brother Lucner Pierre

Marseille, France

THE DAUNER FAMILY - PHILIPPE, Aurelia, NATHAN, Lucas, Delores

The Lord has blessed us beyond measure. Not only was the church able to acquire the piece of land just behind our building a couple of months ago, but things have gone forward for the Bétheline, the small monastery on the outskirts of Marseille. Services Chrétiens, the nonprofit organization which manages our camps and retreats committed to buy the property, consisting of, a chapel and the dormitories the monks lived in.

The Lord has blessed us beyond measure. Not only was the church able to acquire the piece of land just behind our building a couple of months ago, but things have gone forward for the Bétheline, the small monastery on the outskirts of Marseille. Services Chrétiens, the nonprofit organization which manages our camps and retreats committed to buy the property, consisting of, a chapel and the dormitories the monks lived in. In addition to providing space for church evangelistic work, this project also fulfills one of the major goals the Marseille mission team has given itself since the very beginning: starting church plants in other parts of the city. Churches of Christ in Europe tend to be very isolated. Starting a church plant in the same city would allow us to support and help the new congregation. The Bétheline project brings us closer to this goal by giving us “a foot in the door”. There is no church in that neighborhood and the closing of the monastery also left a void in the spiritual life of the neighborhood, which we are hoping to fill. We also hope this venue will allow us to host retreats for other churches of the region.

Bible Camp Harmony ’24 - Our theme was, of course, the French Olympics and Paul’s recommendation to finish the race well. So, lots of sports, but also some great victories for the kingdom, including 4 baptisms.

The catholic school, most of the congregation’s children attend has asked the group to play a video our teens made for the Ascension family retreat in Ardèche, for morning prayer next year. That would be an opportunity to share the gospel with 1,600 students! Please pray that His wonderful light may shine on all of them!

Philippe, Dolores, Nathan, Aurelia and Lucas Dauner

Chennai, South India

 THE RENGANATHAN FAMILY — PAUL AND DORETHY - NIRANJAN (my son-in-law), GODSON (my grandson), ANGELIN (my daughter)

Myself Dr. Paul Renganathan, began my journey of over four decades as a professor at Douglas Memorial Bible College in 1976, later becoming a professor at Madras Teacher's Training College.

I founded World Bible School and Brighton Bible College in India, with the sole purpose of training preachers who could take the Word of God to parts where our true savior is unknown to people. For 38 years, our dedicated work from Chennai, South India has been focused on spreading love, hope, and salvation. We have witnessed the transformation of more than 120,000 individuals in 16 nations across four continents.

Our efforts have led to the establishment of 1701 churches and the graduation of 1692 preachers from our training school. We have shared over 2.5 million biblical handout lessons. Our compassion is also evident through the distribution of 6720 wheelchairs, 2923 goats, 1262 bicycles, 2471 sewing machines, and 180 fishing boats.

Through these initiatives, we have not only uplifted lives but also promote their self-reliance. In times of disaster, we have aided 122,000 individuals and provided medical care to 2.5 million people through our mobile clinic.

Additionally, we have set up 15 orphanages, caring for 315 children, and revitalised rural communities by installing 743 water wells. Our impact extends further as we have established four Christian schools across the country, nurturing thousands of students academically, morally, and spiritually.

These achievements stand as a testament to our unwavering faith, boundless compassion, and transformative influence.

As we continue to illuminate people with the teachings and grace of God, we deeply appreciate the love and support from you.

Paul Renganathan & family

Hildesheim, Germany

Don and Cindy Roehrkasse

Hildesheim is located in the northern part of the country, just south of Hannover and about 160 miles west of Berlin. Around 100,00 people live in Hildesheim, with another 200,000 living in the county of Hildesheim. 

The Roehrkasse’s service in Hildesheim is primarily supported by their sponsoring congregation, The Springs Church of Christ in Edmond, Oklahoma, the Littleton Church of Christ in Centennial, CO and the Meadowlark Church of Christ in Fort Collins, CO, along with a few individuals who are regular supporters.

While the challenges and restrictions of the pandemic are only a memory, other unique challenges accompany the ministry. Don and Cindy are currently meeting in a home Bible study with a group of Iranians, and the study is held in Germany and Persian, translating back and forth. In addition, they are helping Ukrainians who have come seeking refuge from the war in their country. It is amazing how the Lord is working in the lives of so many different people. 

 Our Lord’s command is to go into all the world and the irony of the
current events is that the world has been coming to us! Please join us in prayer for wisdom and open eyes of faith as we face this challenge!

When Don and Cindy Roehrkasse arrived in Germany, they first worked with the churches in Hannover and Cologne. After getting married in 1986, they made their home in Hannover and then moved to
Hildesheim in 1990 to establish a church in a country that was predominantly Lutheran and Catholic but is becoming more and more non-religious. In May 1993, Susan and Kyle Bratcher, with their son, Benjamin, joined the Roehrkasses in the work of the young church in Hildesheim. While most citizens are suspicious of religious groups, the church has grown from only a handful of people to an average of 35-40 meeting together on Sundays. In addition to their work with the local church, they lead various retreats and seminars for families, women, and children. Don and Kyle have also taken on the responsibility of organizing continuing education seminars with professors from the States. Cindy serves as a Spiritual Director and is receiving training in spiritual formation.

The Roehrkasses and Bratchers spread the good news in northern Germany. Their main objectives are teaching the gospel in Hildesheim through individual and group Bible studies, firmly grounding our faith family and encouraging them in their own outreach and reaching out to seekers through relationship and various activities. 

“Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples!” —Psalm 96:3.

In His Grace and Peace, The Roehrkasse Family

Ecuador

As far as VISA paperwork is concerned, there are 2 background checks that are needed- one USA federal background check and one from the state of Ohio. My federal background check is currently in Washington D.C. to get an apostille and I am still working on getting the Ohio one. (In the past three years Ohio has changed how one gets a state background check, and it is now a little more difficult.) Those are the only two documents that I will need from the USA to get my two-year VISA in Ecuador. 

The goal right now is for me to arrive in Ecuador by the end of September or early October. As it has been, that is a moving target. However, with the current progress being made in both paperwork and support raising, this one seems realistic. 

Peace and blessings, Mike Neil
Mike Neil 

In Preparation for Service to
Germany and Broader Europe

BAER FAMILY: Psychological and Theological Training in Pasadena, CA

Looking ahead to this next school year, we are praying for balance and the wisdom to discern the works that God has prepared for us. Would you join us in praying that God would teach us to be mindful of our limitations and priorities and discern where he wants us to invest energy and where a holy (and kind) “no” might be
appropriate?

This year marks a major transition for us as Caia (5) will begin
Kindergarten at an elementary school in the area that offers a German immersion track. We are thankful for Caia's opportunity to continue practicing her German, but we are also praying for God to guide her and strengthen her (and us!) as she embarks on this new adventure.

Emma (3) is our little firecracker and will enjoy at least one more year of preschool at the Montessori school she has been attending. Her school is right around the corner from where we live, and she can now explore her new role as one of the oldest in her class. Please pray for this transition for her as she is close with her sister and will miss her once this transition takes place.

OUR VISION
We desire to encourage local Christian workers, humanitarian aid
workers, and missionaries in Germany and beyond to stay faithful to Christ. Knowing the challenges of serving in post-Christian Europe, we hope to strengthen and encourage the local church to continue the work they have been called to - holistically producing fruit for the glory of God. It is Benjie’s heart to encourage through what he likes to call “Spirit-led, Scripture-infused worship and song-writing” and through spiritual formation. Rebecca seeks to build up the church through
therapy, research, teaching, and writing, focusing on integrating
theology and psychology. 

LOCAL MISSIONS

Littleton Church Food Bank

Littleton Church of Christ Food Bank serves many people with each family receiving large boxes of food. In addition to the boxes of food; cereal, bread, sweets, meat and yogurt are distributed, plus fresh fruits, and vegetables, when available.

They also receive cosmetics and pharmacy items such as vitamins and aspirin when available. Furniture, bedding, towels, and other household items are donated to us which we are more than happy to distribute.

The Food Bank serves areas surrounding our church as well as walk-ins and those in our own church family. We are blessed to help put food on several family’s tables which they otherwise may not have. 

We are also the recipients of grants from Arapahoe County and receive donations from Costco, Walmart, Pizza Hut, Meals on Wheels, Safeway and food drives, and individual donations.

Occasionally we purchase our food from the Food Bank of the Rockies with funds from the budget of the church.

Thank you for your continued support.

Please get in touch with Birdy at 303-250-5201, and she can get you plugged in and/or give you more information.