Strengthening Church Leaders and Encouraging Refugee Communities
This summer, I was once again privileged to participate in a short mission trip to Malawi. Following last year’s visit, I returned to continue encouraging and strengthening our brothers and sisters in Christ, particularly at Dzaleka Refugee Camp. I am grateful to God for another opportunity to serve alongside our partners in ministry.
Training Rural Pastors in Mozambique
Before my arrival in Malawi, the Exodus Vision USA team, together with one member of our Belgium team, travelled to Tete, Mozambique, where they conducted a Training and Prayer Initiative from 6–15 July 2026.
The retreat brought together 50 rural pastors from underserved communities for an intensive time of biblical teaching, prayer, fellowship, and relationship building. The aim was to equip church leaders with sound theological teaching and practical ministry skills, with a particular emphasis on Christian leadership, forgiveness, and prayer ministry.
Thanks to the generous support received before the trip, Exodus Vision was able to cover transportation for the pastors, accommodation and meals throughout the training, translation of the teaching materials, and printing of course manuals. We also provided evangelistic resources, including Bibles and a Jesus Film projector. Furthermore, each participating pastor received a bicycle, a bag of seeds, and a bag of fertiliser to support both their ministry and their family’s livelihood.
We thank God for His provision and for the lives that were impacted through this initiative.
Ministry in Lilongwe, Malawi
I arrived in Lilongwe, Malawi, on Sunday, 12 July, while the rest of the team was still ministering in Mozambique.
That same morning, I worshipped with the congregation at Saint Thomas Anglican Church in Lilongwe. Later, I had the joy of visiting a branch of St Emmanuel Anglican Church, where mainly Burundian and Rwandan refugees gather to worship and serve the Lord.
From 13–14 July, I spent valuable time meeting with young people living in Lilongwe. These meetings provided opportunities for encouragement, fellowship, and discussing how they can continue growing in their faith while facing the challenges of life away from their home countries.
Visiting Dzaleka Refugee Camp
On 15 July, I was reunited with the rest of the Exodus Vision team as they returned from Mozambique. The following day, we travelled together to Dzaleka Refugee Camp.
Our first visits were to the homes of three pastors, where we had the privilege of spending time with them and their families, listening to their stories, praying together, and encouraging them in their ministry.
We were then warmly welcomed at St Emmanuel Anglican Church, Dzaleka, where we enjoyed fellowship before sharing in a worship service. During our visit, we were also able to see the bakery project that Exodus Vision has helped to support. It was encouraging to witness how this initiative is creating opportunities and providing practical assistance within the refugee community.
After a full and rewarding day, we returned to Lilongwe late that evening.
A Special Family Celebration
While in Malawi, I was also blessed to attend both the traditional and church wedding ceremonies of my niece on 17–18 July.
This was a deeply emotional and joyful occasion. When I first travelled to Malawi on my very first mission trip in 2014, she was only thirteen years old. Seeing her begin this new chapter of her life reminded me not only of God’s faithfulness to our family but also of how much time has passed since those first ministry visits.
Giving Thanks
This mission was another reminder that God’s Kingdom continues to advance through faithful partnerships, generous supporters, and willing servants. Whether through training pastors, encouraging refugee churches, supporting community projects, or simply spending time with people, every encounter demonstrated God’s love in practical ways.
I am deeply grateful to everyone who prayed, gave financially, and supported this mission. Please continue praying for the pastors in Mozambique, the churches in Malawi, and especially the refugee community in Dzaleka, that they may remain steadfast in their faith and continue to be a light for Christ in their communities.
“To God be the glory for all He has done.”