North Africa
We aim to serve those who have otherwise little opportunity to hear the life changing message of the Gospel.
Our teams in North Africa are seeking to sensitively share God’s love with those they befriend. Many people are looking for solutions to their nation’s problems, and to personal challenges; unemployment, a lack of social welfare and harsh economic inequality are experienced by many. There is also the threat of conservative movements growing in the background. Despite the current circumstances, this is a significant time to show love and share the hope we have – more people have become followers of Jesus and many are showing a deeper interest than ever before. More workers are needed to take up opportunities in areas where Jesus is simply not yet known.
In the face of everyday discrimination, local followers are persevering in following Jesus. Workers, by responding with flexibility and ongoing commitment, continue to build relationships and support growing local communities. Through working in a variety of businesses, social projects, teaching or tourism, our workers are connected with people from all walks of life. It is our hope that they will mentor those they befriend by sharing with them about Jesus.
“After our business meeting, my two friends and I were walking. The meeting was based on a job they wanted me to do but I am in a culture that blends the professional with the personal and so we talked about other things as well. One of my friends had to leave, but the other friend and myself kept walking. That’s when he asked me a question that startled me, ‘do you think we can have the truth living inside us?’ I said, ‘now we need to sit somewhere and have a coffee.’
And that’s how I started talking to him about the possibility of the truth dwelling within us. He asked me questions, I answered, I shared verses from the Bible, we talked… What a good conversation we had! After an hour we said goodbye and I thanked God for the opportunity he had given me to talk about the ‘truth’. It is wonderful to see what God does when we obey his call. We just need to obey and walk, and the rest God will do.”
Who do we serve in North Africa?
We are represented in cities as well as rural areas and the mountains, serving Arabs and indigenous Berber people, working mainly with Muslims but also with local believers.
How do we serve?
Our projects are mainly small business enterprises providing us with opportunities to work alongside local people, provide employment, friendship evangelism and some discipleship with local believers.
What is our vision for North Africa?
Our vision is to expand our existing projects and businesses, to grow local teams to build community, and to reach out into new geographical areas.
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Ways to Serve:
Business initiatives, Church Planting, English Language Teaching, Hospitality, Mountain Guiding, Art Gallery Management.
What skills are needed?
We look for general qualities that encourage living and working as part of an international team. This includes a solid Christian lifestyle; a commitment to language learning and cultural adaptation; professional skills such as IT skills or experience and training in outdoor activities (Mountain Leader), as well as entrepreneurial skills.
