Chennai, South India

 THE RENGANATHAN FAMILY

PAUL AND DORETHY - NIRANJAN (my son-in-law), GODSON (my grandson), ANGELIN (my daughter)

Myself Dr. Paul Renganathan, began my journey of over four decades as a professor at Douglas Memorial Bible College in 1976, later becoming a professor at Madras Teacher's Training College.

I founded World Bible School and Brighton Bible College in India, with the sole purpose of training preachers who could take the Word of God to parts where our true savior is unknown to people. For 38 years, our dedicated work from Chennai, South India has been focused on spreading love, hope, and salvation. We have witnessed the transformation of more than 120,000 individuals in 16 nations across four continents.

Our efforts have led to the establishment of 1701 churches and the graduation of 1692 preachers from our training school. We have shared over 2.5 million biblical handout lessons. Our compassion is also evident through the distribution of 6720 wheelchairs, 2923 goats, 1262 bicycles, 2471 sewing machines, and 180 fishing boats.

Through these initiatives, we have not only uplifted lives but also promote their self-reliance. In times of disaster, we have aided 122,000 individuals and provided medical care to 2.5 million people through our mobile clinic.

Additionally, we have set up 15 orphanages, caring for 315 children, and revitalised rural communities by installing 743 water wells. Our impact extends further as we have established four Christian schools across the country, nurturing thousands of students academically, morally, and spiritually.

These achievements stand as a testament to our unwavering faith, boundless compassion, and transformative influence.

As we continue to illuminate people with the teachings and grace of God, we deeply appreciate the love and support from you.

Paul Renganathan & family

Andhra Pradesh state of India 

Satish, wife, Swarna Lakshmi Tatapudi and daughters, Sarvika Grace age 3.5 and Riya Grace 10 months.  

The Littleton church has been contributing to Satish’s work for the past year. Please note additional information on his family and work on the Missions page of our website. 

Dear brothers and sisters, I used the help you sent for God's work, thank you for the help. We need the help of people like you very much. Today we continue to ask for your help. We hope to do better, but our financial situation is limiting our evangelism efforts. I need your help to continue the work without interruption. Your prayers are especially needed. 

Satish Tatapudi
tskcoc1997@gmail.com
 

Mike Neil - Ecuador 

After a time of partnership development in the United States, Mike returned to Ecuador in October of 2024, where he has had the opportunity to attend a language school in Quito, the country’s capital. There, he was able to improve his skills in the Spanish language and learn about the diverse cultures within the country, including in the jungle where he now lives and serves.

In February of 2025, Mike returned to live in the eastern jungle of Ecuador, where he is currently working in sports ministry. Specifically, he works for a basketball club affiliated with Jungle Kids for Christ, a missions team serving in the Ecuadorian jungle.

While much of his work involves logistics and financial record-keeping, his main passion lies in discipling the more than 100 players involved in the club. He is developing innovative plans to partner with local churches to evangelize to and to disciple the players in each of the three communities where the basketball teams are based.

Please continue to be in prayer for Mike and his teammates as they partner with Christ in His mission in Ecuador.

Peace and blessings, 
Mike Neil  

BAER FAMILY: PSYCHOLOGICAL AND THEOLOGICAL TRAINING IN PASADENA, CA

Benjamin (Benjie) is about to begin a Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care at the Institute for Spiritual Formation (Biola University) in September 2025, where he hopes to gain a better understanding of how Christians become more like Christ and to be be trained to be a Spiritual Director. He is also exploring his calling of writing songs of prayer, with the aim of using music to guide people to God. We also continue to be connected to our local church, Lake Avenue Church as well as the Pasadena International House of Prayer in volunteer capacities.

Looking ahead to this next school year, we are praying for balance and the wisdom to discern the works that God has prepared for us. Would you join us in praying that God would teach us to be mindful of our limitations and priorities and discern where he wants us to invest energy and where a holy (and kind) “no” might be appropriate?

OUR VISION 

We desire to encourage local Christian workers, humanitarian aid workers, and missionaries in Germany and beyond to stay faithful to Christ. Knowing the challenges of serving in post-Christian Europe, we hope to strengthen and encourage the local church to continue the work they have been called to - holistically producing fruit for the glory of God. It is Benjie’s heart to encourage through what he likes to call “Spirit-led, Scripture-infused worship and song-writing” and through Spiritual Formation/Direction. Rebecca seeks to build up the church through therapy, research, teaching, and writing, focusing on integrating theology and psychology.