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Greetings!
We give thanks to the Lord, for He has gone ABOVE & BEYOND and doubled our trained leaders from 10,000 to 20,000 in half the time. Every week, the equipping of more than 7,800 pastors and church leaders takes place in 662 CCI classes across 37 nations, reaching over 160 diverse people groups. This remarkable growth is made possible by your generous support, the exceptional leadership of our National Directors, and the tireless dedication of our Area Coordinators.
With the addition of more than 50 Area Coordinators in the past two years, we are expanding our footprint and reaching souls for Christ at an unprecedented rate. Our Area Coordinators are vital in promoting the CCI training ministry to local churches and conducting Teacher Training Workshops (TTWs). TTWs equip pastors and church leaders with the necessary skills to teach the CCI curriculum and provide them with practical ministry skills.
With Area Coordinators providing guidance and support, new teachers are nurtured and empowered to deliver high-quality biblical training and discipleship. This creates a ripple effect as classes commence in new areas, multiplying the number of disciples making disciples for Jesus.
The CCI ministry in Thailand has experienced incredible growth since the addition of seven (7) new Area Coordinators last year. Not only did it lead to 107 newly certified CCI teachers and the establishment of 12 new churches, but it also demonstrated the necessity and effectiveness of our Area Coordinators.
Kittikun Meetang, the National Director of Thailand, leads a team of 12 Area Coordinators who oversee 50 volunteer CCI-certified teachers. These teachers are responsible for teaching 48 classes and a total of 535 students.
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Kittikun (left) is pictured with some of his Area Coordinators |
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Thailand, a country with a population of almost 70 million people and roughly the size of Wyoming doubled, has a rich cultural heritage heavily influenced by Buddhism, with over 90% of the population practicing the religion. However, there are still hill tribes people groups that practice animism. Christianity was introduced to Thailand by European missionaries in the mid-1500s, but it only makes up 1% of the population.
Despite these challenges, the Thai Area Coordinators have been successful in expanding the CCI ministry throughout Thailand and beyond. With 12 Area Coordinators serving in various locations, the organization is making a significant impact on seven (7) different people groups. Through their efforts and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, CCI is able to bring the hope of the gospel to the unreached. The map below showcases the geographic footprint of CCI in Thailand by highlighting the Area Coordinators and the people groups/areas served.
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Kittikun has also commissioned his Area Coordinators to cross cultures into their neighboring country of Laos. Despite the challenges Christians face in Laos, where religious beliefs often clash with traditional culture, Area Coordinators from Thailand gathered with Laotian believers to foster unity and support. Their recent gathering on the northeast border saw CCI alums, teachers, and students coming together to worship, pray, and share their experiences.
Additionally, the Area Coordinators held Teacher Training Workshops in the northeast provinces of Thailand, further promoting the ministry and equipping more pastors and church leaders for effective ministry. CCI’s dedication to cross-cultural collaboration serves as a beacon of hope for Christians in both Thailand and Laos, highlighting the importance of unity and encouragement in the face of adversity.
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Nattapol Phothirot,
Northeastern Area Coordinator Thailand:
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"I thank God for the trip to visit the teachers, students, alumni in Laos, and the leaders in the Thailand provinces. The northeast region has received many blessings, from the investment of disciple-making to strengthening the local churches. Thank God for His goodness; He loves people of all nations, tribes, and tongues. The gospel belongs to all people, and everyone has the right to hear the gospel. May God use us more to make disciples, to be his disciples that bring the gospel to all nations." |
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Praphon Wongwatanapan,
Central Thailand Area Coordinator:
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"I thank God for the CCI Thailand trip to Laos and northeast Thailand, where they have an ardent heart for following Jesus Christ and are committed to studying the Word of God through the CCI curriculum. I saw such enthusiasm and determination to seek God. I enjoyed spending time with CCI's leadership team and all the coordinators involved in this trip. I thank God, for His guidance, for visiting our brothers and sisters at various points, and most importantly, we have trained CCI teachers in Udon Thani Province. It is an expanding vision of leadership that will happen soon. Thank God that He will do great things through our tiny seeds." |
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The Lord has gone ABOVE & BEYOND by increasing our equipped leaders not just in Thailand but around the globe. To continue this momentum, we are focusing on the 50+ newly acquired Area Coordinators, who are diligently working to extend our ministry to every corner of the world.
Area Coordinators are vital in expanding our reach and impacting more lives. With just $300 a month, you can sponsor an Area Coordinator for an entire year, enabling them to continue their fundamental work of training and guiding CCI teachers, establishing new classes, and nurturing the growth of the ministry. Your generous financial contribution allows us to train thousands of people, equipping them to become mature disciples who, in turn, reach even more people for the Kingdom of Jesus Christ.
We invite you to start supporting an Area Coordinator today. By committing to sponsor an Area Coordinator, you are helping us spread the message of love and salvation to those who need it most.
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Furthermore, we are excited about our upcoming Global Conference in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where many of our dedicated Area Coordinators from around the world will gather. This conference will take place from November 4-12 and will serve as a unifying experience for all our workers, providing a platform for growth and alignment in all of our fields. We envision this event to be a catalyst for future expansion and impact.
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The Global Conference is an incredible opportunity for collaboration, learning, and growth as we bring together staff members from Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, India, Laos, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Uganda, and more!
However, we need your support for our staff members to participate. Additional funding is required to cover their travel expenses to and from Thailand and lodging, food, and local travel. The overall cost of the conference is approximately $75,000, and we are only $30,000 away from reaching our goal, thanks to your generous giving.
Your support will enable these leaders to gain valuable knowledge and skills to bring back to their communities, empowering them to make a lasting and eternal impact. We invite you to join us in this important cause.
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Thank you for your continued support and partnership in transforming lives and communities around the world. Together, we can bring hope and the life-changing message of Christ to the world. |
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David Nelson
President & Founder
Crossing Cultures International
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From August 16 to October 16, David Nelson will be on a Fall Tour with several National Directors from Southeast Asia—Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, and India. They are visiting ministry partners in the southeast—southern Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama.
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CCI is co-leading an inspirational tour in Israel. We would love for you to come and join us.
Reservation due by: December 23, 2023
Final Payment due by: February 1, 2024
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