Unknown to many, Lebanon is a nation that is 36% Christian, making it unique among Middle Eastern countries. There is a rare opportunity to come alongside Christians in Lebanon and assist them in reaching people throughout the region.

Here’s how North Carolina Baptists can be involved in 2010:

Construction of a Training/Retreat Center:
Construction has begun on a training/retreat center north of Lebanon. This center will give evangelical Christians a place to gather for fellowship, train their leadership, and reach others for Christ. A North Carolina group worked on the first unit in July 2008. A second unit was begun in 2009. Dates of 2010 trips will be May 16-25; May 30-June 8; September 14-23; and September 28-October 7. Cost will be $500 per person plus airfare.* Much of the work is concrete, block, or tile work. Local help is on-site to direct the team in their efforts. The teams this year will likely be able to live in the first unit while working on completion of the second one.

Sponsorship of a “Celebration” evangelical event:
A primary ministry vehicle for Living Faith Ministries has been Operation Antioch, open-air evangelistic “celebrations” that include uplifting music and dynamic preaching.  We will be looking for North Carolina churches to help sponsor the cost of these events. Total cost for the events range from $10,000 - $25,000, depending on venue and length of event. We would ask NC churches to consider providing up to $1000 toward sponsorship of one of these events. In addition, a sponsoring church may choose to send a team of 5-6 to participate in the “Celebration” through preparation and evangelistic activities. A five-day, open air event is scheduled for July 7-11 in Beirut. Cost would be $500 plus airfare.* These events are fantastic opportunities to meet dedicated believers and experience a true moving of the Holy Spirit among the Lebanese people.

Sponsorship of Bedouin student:
Living Faith Ministries has started a new school for Bedouin children who live on the border of Lebanon and Syria. These children will receive instruction from Christian teachers. A child can be sponsored for as little as $30 a month or $360 per year. Sponsors will receive initial information and updates on each child. Click here for more information about adopting a student.