Dear pastors, brothers, and sisters, peace be with you! Welcome to the GLEC English Mission Hub News segment. This segment aims to provide real-time reports on various ministry activities conducted by our center worldwide. We hope that through your engagement, subscription, and sharing, we can bless more people together and witness the miraculous works of God. On June 7th at 4PM, the International University of Central Asia (IUCA) held its 2024 graduation ceremony at the downtown square in Tokmok. Please watch the report:
A total of 151 undergraduate and associate degree students graduated this year, marking the highest number of graduates in IUCA’s history, with 69 from the university and 82 from the Humanities and Technical College (HTC). Several distinguished individuals came to speak at the ceremony, including the Minister of Education, representatives from Congress, the vice mayor of Tokmok, and ambassadors from various countries including the United States and Switzerland. Dr. Zhu Qin Xian, chairman of both the IUCA and HTC boards and also of GLEC, encouraged the graduates on behalf of the boards and supporting institutions, delivering a memorable speech.
The walking ceremony proceeded with the presentation of certificates to all 151 graduates. President Clark, Pastor Hong from GLEC, Elder Chen, and HTC Principal Valery took turns presenting certificates and taking commemorative photos with each graduate. We thank the Lord that all graduates walked with confidence, displaying their sense of pride and accomplishment.
Finally, President Clark rang the bell four times, marking the end of the journey for these students over the past four years.
Since its establishment in 2008, IUCA, has upheld its integrity both in academics and faculty systems. It provides an environment rooted in biblical ethics and values, aiming to nurture ethical and moral leaders who can impact and transform Kyrgyz society in their respective fields.
We are deeply grateful for allowing GLEC and its partners to participate in cultivating these young university students and for the successful graduation of IUCA’s class of 2024. We pray that God continues to guide these graduates as they embark on their careers, using the knowledge and Christian values they’ve acquired to contribute their talents to the nation of Kyrgyzstan. If you would like to make a donation to help our efforts, please click the link on the screen. This concludes our program. Please continue to follow our YouTube channel and Instagram. Thank you for watching, and see you next time.
On the morning of July 22nd, heartbreaking news came in from our Myanmar coworkers. Our beloved Pastor Tung Sze Wah, who was stationed at the Joyful Children’s Home in the suburbs of Myanmar, was struck in the head by a bullet around noon and has passed away.
We thank God for the many partner churches that responded to the call of the Great Commission this summer and answered the call from the Tianshan mountain to participate in the 2024 Summer STM Program. 10 teams successfully completed their missions.
Leaders from GLEC and IUCA joined directors from various Central Asia ministries for the Charity Christ Foundation’s annual board meeting in June to discuss education. They shared the developments of the students over the course of the year.
Since primary education is only four years in Kyrgyzstan, ceremonies were held at multiple schools for fourth grade graduates as well as eleventh years completing their secondary education. The students shared what they had learned during their time.
The gym in Evanovka Christian School serves as a gathering place for volleyball and tennis clubs as well as a home for youth fellowship. The one in Kara Balta holds social and spiritual meetings. The Tokmok gym held a table tennis competition.
The Ukrainian people continue to endure terrible hardships, suffering countless losses every day. UETS collaborates with churches, charities, and organizations to participate in ministry and aid. We need your help with humanitarian efforts and missionary work.
MCCF hosted several events for students to grow in their education and faith. They held science competitions at the Belovodsk school, took the gym’s youth group to the mountains for a fun retreat, and visited an orphanage in Kara Balta among with other activities.
The Faithful Children’s Center in Myanmar faces challenges and requires assistance. The house rented by the center has serious hazards due to limited funds during construction. Termites and insects have hollowed out the bamboo structure and rain leaks through the roof.
The Joyful Children’s Home in Myanmar led 30 villagers to faith amidst the turmoil of war. With the leadership of Pastor Dong Shihua, the Home has provided food, shelter, and medical treatment for refugees. The Home has become too crowded and needs more room.
