Hope and Gratitude as We Enter 2026

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Dear Ministry Partners,

Happy New Year 2026!

We trust this letter finds you well and rejoicing in the many blessings the Lord is pouring out in your life.

For the past five years, our people have endured prolonged seasons of uncertainty marked by political unrest, economic hardship, and social challenges. In times like these, it is easy to feel forgotten or overwhelmed. Yet God’s Word continually reminds us that He is not distant. He is at work, even when circumstances appear dark.

“For I know the plans I have for you”—this is the Lord’s declaration—“plans for your well-being, not for disaster, to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

Our security is not found in understanding every detail, but in trusting the One who holds our future. We give continual thanks to the Lord Almighty for His goodness and faithfulness in our daily lives and ministry. Though we are unworthy and imperfect before His holiness, our lives stand as a testimony to the power of His grace alone.

This year, the Lord graciously brought two training classes to completion. One class was led by Pastor J, who began the training with six students, including himself. After three years of faithful perseverance, five men and women completed the entire training. The impact on Pastor J’s pastoral ministry has been profound, and his congregation has openly affirmed the transformation they see in his leadership and teaching.

The second class was held at a Theological College. After two years of study, nine students successfully completed the course this year. Some of these students are trained in person at the college, while others participate online as they serve in ministry fields and seek biblical training to strengthen their effectiveness. We praise the Lord for His sustaining grace and for each student who persevered to the end.

None of this fruit would be possible without your faithful prayers and generous financial partnership. Your steadfast support continues to equip pastors, train leaders, and strengthen churches in difficult places. We thank God for you and remember you in our prayers with gratitude. May the Lord richly bless you and your family as we continue this Kingdom work together, trusting Him for even greater things ahead.

Blessings,

CCI Myanmar National Director

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Classes

Pastor S met with three class teachers in person and made phone calls to other teachers and pastors who attended the Teacher Training Workshop (TTW) in his area. The training classes are moving forward, and students are growing closer to the Lord.
I met with two class teachers. They are doing well in their studies. One class graduated in December.
Pastor T met with three class teachers at the leadership meeting and shared about what’s happening in the training. Teachers shared a helpful tool for the church.
Pastor B has resumed teaching and continues to visit graduates who are now serving in various areas.

Staff Update

Pastor T: He and his family are doing well. Thanks to God, the church celebrated the birth of Jesus multiple times, with some nearby pastors.

Pastor M: He and his family are doing well. It was a great harvest year, so he was able to host a larger Christmas celebration with multiple events across different refugee camps. Praise the Lord!

Pastor Y: He and his family are in good health. It was the busiest time for him as a community leader. They all enjoyed the Christmas season.

Pastor Z: He and his family are doing well. With his Bible study group, they celebrated Christmas with refugee families. They enjoyed the time.

Pastor S: He and his wife are doing well. They work hard every year to make the Christmas season joyful with their Bible study group. Pastor S saw the benefits of training young people in the church. They were unable to see their three sons, who are in Thailand, but the sons are doing well and are in good health.

Pastor B: He and his family are in good health. His children are doing well in their studies. He oversees three churches and leads them to get involved in church activities. His students are more helpful than before. He also sees the benefits. Pray for his family. Pray for better partners in the ministry. Pray for the CCI graduates as they earnestly participate in various church ministries.

Testimony

"I have been one of the teachers at my church for years. I love sharing the good news and teaching children. I received favor and was able to join a CCI Bible class. The CCI courses met my spiritual needs, and also helped me realize that what I had done with the Bible before was not right. The courses helped me understand proper Bible study and how to share the good news accordingly. I thank the Lord from the bottom of my heart for my pastor and CCI. My prayer is that I continue to train more young people with those materials. God is so good!"

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Prayer Requests & Praises

Praise Points:

Thank God for His faithful protection and provision throughout the year amid the unrest.
Praise God that all the CCI-Myanmar staff, teachers, students, and families were able to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus once again in our own fields, along with several activities and contributions. Many people who long for peace and security heard the good news and accepted Jesus. Praise the Lord!
God provided for our needs through godly people, so my family was able to visit our daughter, who studies in Thailand. We had enough time to be together, to have fellowship, and to enjoy the natural beauty of God's hands in Thailand. May the Lord continually bless the donors abundantly. God is so good.
God also provided the circumstances for two faithful pastors to accomplish the CCI courses in December 2025. There are 14 graduates from two training classes. May they be faithful in training others as well.

Prayer Points:

Pray for 2026 to be a year of fruitfulness and multiplication.
Pray that God will open doors for us to introduce the ministry to potential churches and to partner with them in multiplying ministry more effectively.
Pray that God will continually provide financial support to go forward with the call.
Pray for peace and justice in our country, Myanmar. Currently, my native town and villages are facing daily attacks. Many church buildings and houses were totally damaged.
Pastor S plans to visit the northwest region to introduce the CCI ministry to churches and hold seminars. The journey will start at the end of January and last until February. Pray for good transportation and safety.
Pray that God will provide my daughter with the monthly support she needs for food and her personal needs. She can manage on $200 monthly.

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