Physical Developments on the Rise

Physical Developments on the Rise

December 11, 2012

During 2012, the Mongolia Mission Field (MMF) was blessed to acquire five new properties. A parcel of land that is 600 square meters in the Hentii Province, which is 333 kilometers (km)from the capital city; a 472 square meter lot situated in the Arkhangai Province, approximately 468 km away from Ulaanbaatar; a lot and building in Erdenet City, and two other newly constructed church buildings.

On October 13, 2012, the MMF officers conducted an inauguration ceremony, and organization of the Munkhiin Geree SDA Church located in the Ovorkhangai Province. The office staff participated in the event along with the regular church goers within the area, as well as some visitors.





The same meaningful ceremonies are yet to take place for the Amazing Grace church building which will becompleted, and dedicated in January, 2013. It is interesting to note that the last time a church was officially organized in Mongolia was eight years ago.

The aforementioned physical developments are a byproduct of both the MMF’s capital investments, and donations from benevolent donors. Most of the donations have come from Australian’s who, at some point in time, came to visit Mongolia to present evangelistic meetings. It is our dream to plant more churches in the key cities around the country. God willing, the MMF will raise more new church buildings. Above all, we will increase the Adventist population!

Planejando futuras igrejas / Planing future churches

POR: Esta semana viajei com dois construtores que irao trabalhar conosco pelos proximos tres anos para construir igrejas. Aqui estao algumas fotos desta viagem com temperaturas de - 25C. Viajamos 1.320 km nas "auto pistas" em dois dias. So bencaos!

ENG: This week, I traveled with two developers who will be working with us for the next three years to built churches. Here are some pics from our trip with temperatures of - 25C. We traveled 1.320 km in the "highways" in two days. Only blessings!

POR: A beleza do frio
ENG: The beauty of the cold

POR: Crianças sao sempre crianças, nao importa aonde.
ENG: Children are always children, no matter where.

POR: Se perdeu? Pergunte!
ENG: Are you lost? Ask!

POR: A vida como ela e na Mongolia.
ENG: The life as it is in Mongolia

POR: Um povo especial e hospitaleiro
ENG: A special and hospitable people

POR: Em frente de um terreno onde vamos construir uma igreja ano que vem com doadores e o pastor
ENG: In front of a lot where we will built a church next year, with donors and the pastor

POR: Um lindo pais, mas frio de gelar os ossos. Ainda estamos no outono, mas com - 27C!
ENG: A beatiful country, but cold to the bones. We are still in the fall, but with -27C already!

God Never Leaves You Alone!

God never leaves you alone!

Are you facing a strong temptation? Interpersonal conflicts? Difficult circumstances? In the Bible the apostle Paul uses the analogy of armor and warfare to teach about the equipment that’s essential for stan

ding against temptation and spiritual attack.

First, he encourages you to put on the belt of truth. Satan is the father of lies. He’s constantly trying to deceive and trap you. In contrast, all of your armor is held together by truth, which comes from the Father of Truth.

Next, you need to put on the body armor of God’s righteousness. Though there are many levels of meaning to this phrase, the primary one is that you’re forgiven and accepted through faith in Jesus Christ alone. You’re not protected by your own righteousness; you need the righteousness of God.

Next, you’re called to put on the shoes of peace and carry this Good News to people everywhere.

You’re also given a shield of faith to protect you against Satan’s accusations and persecutions. Prayer leads to faith. It keeps your vision clear when circumstances cloud your way.

The helmet of salvation is next on Paul’s list. In addition to protecting the wearer, the helmet identified a soldier’s allegiance. You belong to the company of Christ.

Finally, you’re armed with the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God. The sword is your only offensive weapon.

God never leaves his men behind in battle. Read Paul’s warfare prayer from the book of Ephesians 6:10-18 for help.

Entendendo o severo clima da Mongolia em algumas fotos/Understanding the harsh climate of Mongolia in a few pics

POR:
Estas fotos abaixo foram tiradas ao irmos para a inauguracao de uma nova igreja. A diferenca de tempo entre a primeira e a ultima nao e mais de duas horas e a distancia nao mais de 100 kms. Pois e, e neste clima que moramos e levamos "Esperanca" a lugares que ficam bem no finzinho do mundo!

ENG:
All the pictures below were taken while we were going to a church inauguration last sabbath day. The time difference between the first and the last picture is not more than two hours and the distance no more than 100 km. Yep, is is this harsh climate that we live and share "Hope" in places very close to the end of the world!

Parada para andar de camelo

Stop to ride a camel

 Tempestade de neve se formando

Snow storm coming

 Uma hora depois

One hour later

 Mesmo lugar dos camelos no dia seguinte

Same Camel's place in the next day

Historical day in Mongolia

City Wide Evangelism in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

September 26, 2012

City Wide Evangelism in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia: A Remarkable Success with 103 New Converts and 246 Bible seekers who completed the course of “Voice of Prophecy Correspondence School”

In light of the close celebration of the 20 years Adventism in Mongolia come 2013, the Northern Asia-Pacific Division, in coordination with Mongolia Mission Field, held a week-long evangelism at Ulaanbaatar.

On September 15-19, 2012, different meetings took place at the nine churches located nearby the capital city. The church members, invitees and guests were joined by the resource speakers assigned to each church in the persons of Pastors: Elbert Kuhn, Hashik Kang, Kim Si Young, Suk Hee Han, Nak Hyung Kim, Seong Jun Byun, Chuang Shan Liang and Lee Jung Hwa. Messages delivered centered on having “Hope for the Bright Future”.

103 precious souls were newly baptised

NSD Leaders and UB pastors prepare to give certificiates for VOP graduation

Newly baptized Mongolian Adventist members

NSD President Dr. Jairyong Lee pinning the VOP graduate

MMF director Pastor Kuhn appreciates for Dr. Lee preaching during the UB evangelism

Mongolian pastor baptize new member

Newly baptized members

NSD PMM & PARL director Dr. Kim SiYoung baptize new member

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Newly baptized members, Speakers and Korean Volunteers

Dr. Jairyong Lee served as the speaker during the general assembly at UB Palace commencing on the evening of the 20th day of September, 2012 until the Sabbath day of September 22nd. Roughly, eight hundred sixty people were in attendance that were greatly blessed and inspired by the faithful service of 150 Mongolian Hishands Missionaries and the heavenly music rendered by both the Golden Angels and the Descendants singing groups.

Above all, the powerful sermons shared by Dr. Lee moved the crowed. On Thursday night, he talked about being born again- comparing our spiritual lives to the birth of a child; that unless we are born by the Spirit and by the love of Christ, our lives will never be anew. On Friday eve, Dr. Lee spoke about the ‘Greatest Historical Event’, citing the world historic tragedy and calamities unfolding before men as manifestation of Christ soon coming.  During the Sabbath, the message highlighted about making ‘The Best Choice of your Life’, which made reference to becoming a member of the family of God, the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

The incessant toil and prayers of all speakers from NSD, MMF(Mongolian Mission Field) leadership, 150 Mongolian Hishands Missionaries, about 50 Korean lay-people supporters for community service and Mongolian Church Pastors and leaders indeed paid off because 246 Bible seekers received the certificate and pin of graduation as they completed the course of “Voice of Prophecy Correspondence school” and 103 precious souls received baptism on the Sabbath afternoon- a history, on its own right, knowing that many of the Mongolians are ambivalent towards Christianity.

As envisioned by the leadership of Pastor Elbert Kuhn, MMF Director, we are all to be ‘United, Committed and Focused’ on God’s mission; the mission of the SDA Church to proclaim to all people the everlasting gospel in the context of the 3 angels messages of Revelation 14. We are to carry the torch of light; for the end time is at hand!

Publishing in Mongolia

A Call for Literature Evangelists

August 27, 2012

The Publishing Director of the General Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Dr. Howard Faigao, and the Northern Asia-Pacific Division (NSD) Publishing Director, Dr.Teru Fukui, came to Mongolia on August 14 and 15, 2012. They met with the Administration officers, Church Pastors and Church Leaders of the Mongolia Mission Field (MMF) concerning its drive to promote the publishing ministryworldwide through the active participation of literature evangelists. In Pastor Faigao’s presentation, emphasis was given on the importance of having a sense of mission and vision,as well as strong leadership. He also discussed formulation of publishing policies that will address in part the remuneration and benefits of the colporteurs, and having a  quality product- the printed books - which are worthy for selling and sharing.

During the consultation process in the Publishing Committee of MMF, it was agreed that the latter will create Mongolia Adventist Publishing Association. In doing so, each Church is to be represented by at least one literature evangelist. Administrators, on the other hand, committed to intensify the promotion in all areas of the Publishing ministry program and to enhance the accountability of existing books, sales proceeds, and the overall operation of the Publishing Association. Testimonies for the Church 8:89 states, “the printing and circulation of books and papers that contain the truth for this time are to be our work”. MMF surely embraces the commitment to bring people to Christ through literature ministry.

Descobrindo os Milagres de Deus na China/ Discovering God's miracles in China

Descobrindo os Milagres de Deus na China

POR: Tive o privilegio de visitar a China nos primeiros 10 dias de Setembro e pude ver em primeira mao o que Deus tem feito atraves de fieis e comprometidos membros da igreja naquele pais. Vou apenas colocar algumas fotos e uma pequena descricao a fim de nao comprometer nenhum de nossos lideres e pastores. Tambem nao vou citar o local. Orem muito por este povo sincero e com o desejo de um dia encontrar com irmaos que eles nao conhecem, mas sabem que estao orando por eles.

ENG: I had the privilege of visiting China in the first 10 days of September and see first hand what God has accomplished through His faithful and committed people . I will share some pics and a brief description in order to not jeopardize our lay leaders and pastors. I won’t say where it happens as well.

POR: Uma coisa que muito me impressionou foi perceber que eles passam quse todo o tempo em  oracao, leitura, memorizacao e aplicacao das Escrituras Sagradas. Nao se perde tempo com nada que nao seja relevante para a edificacao spiritual do grupo.

ENG: One thing that impressed me was to see that they spend most of their time in praying, reading, memorizing and applying the bible. There is no waste of time with anything that is not relevant for their spiritual growth.

POR: Este e um predio antigo onde funcionava a antiga sede da Divisao antes que o sistema atual tomasse posse de tudo. Ainda se pode ver alguns moveis pertencentes a igreja dentro. O predio sera demolida este ano para se construir conjuntos residenciais.

ENG: This building used to be the Division headquarters before the actual regime took over. We still can see some furniture that belonged to the church. The building will be demolished to give place to a residential place.

POR: A China e quase toda coberta pela malha viaria do trem bala. Um meio de transporte eficentissimo que deveriamos ter no Brasil.

ENG: China is covered by the High Speed train. Great way of traveling.

 POR: O que faz a diferenca na China e o comprometimento dos lideres e membros. Creio que em funcao das lutas pelas quais eles passam, eles gastam mais tempo em oracao e comunhao. Grande perigo de laudiceia sao as bencaos!

ENG: I believe what makes the difference in China is the commitment of lay members and leaders. Because of their great problems, they spend more time in prayer and communion.

POR: Grupo de lideres leigos entre eles alguns muito influents na sociedade. Ao centro duas mulheres que lideram as igrejas com mais de 1.000 membros cada. Elas sao consideradas pastores na China e o governo as reconhece e autoriza.

ENG: A group of lay leader with some good influence in the society. At the center, two ladies who lead churches with more than 1.000 church members each. They are considered pastors in China and the government recognizes and authorizes them to do so.

POR: Algumas fotos de igrejas Adventistas na China. Nao vou dar muitos detalhes, mas e impressionante ver o que estes irmao conseguem fazer em um pais com opressao total contra os que seguem o cristianismo.

ENG: Some pictures of some amazing SDA churches. It is impressive to see what our brother can accomplish in a place with a strong opression against those who follow christianity.

POR: Este irmao, foi batizado em 1965 e sozinho em seu estado, comecou o trabalho. Ele e extremamente timido, mas foi sua fe inabalavel e sua entrega total ao Espirito Santo que fez com que hoje, em seu estado e pelo fruto do trabalho dele, tenha 43 igrejas e 6.000 membros.

ENG: This brother was baptized in 1965 and started the work of God alone in his home state. He is extremely shy and due to his faith and openness to be used by the Holy Spirit, by his efforts, today there is 43 churches and 6.000 members there.

POR: Jesus precisa ser nosso modelo em tudo. Olhe os olhos!!

ENG: Jesus needs to be our role model in everything. Look at His eyes.

POR: Esta e a China de hoje em muitos lugares. Um pais em franco e agressivo desenvolvimento.

ENG: This is today's China. A country experiencing an agressive development.

POR: Algumas pessoas que nao esquecerei jamais.

ENG: Some people I will never forget.

POR: Culto jovem as 2 da tarde. Que tal?

ENG: Youth activity at 2:00. What about it?

 POR: Enquanto este pastor falava conosco, a policia ligou tres vezes para ele perguntando o que estava acontecendo. Esta e a China. Em menos de 20 minutos conosco, eles ja sabiam do nosso encontro. Orem por eles.