Blog Posts by John Hill

The Passing of Lydia van der Plas

Born August 14, 1933 ~ Died November 23, 2024 Lydia van der Plas was the devoted wife of the Reverend Willem van der Plas, and together they answered God’s call as missionaries under the Original Free Will Baptist Board of Foreign Missions. Their journey of faith led them first to the Philippines, where they shared […]

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Short Term Missions Opportunities

OFWBI is partnering with Where Love Abounds (based in Stoney Creek Church OFWB Church, Goldsboro). The Board of Foreign Missions met in 2023 with leaders from Stoney Creek Church and Where Love Abounds to discuss a partnership for Short-Term Teams. From those discussions, the board felt it was a worthwhile venture to partner to offer […]

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Building extension of Kakata Church completed

Thanks be to God for the building extension project of the Sanctuary of anointed praise in Kakata, Margibi County. Thank you for your support. The project is now completed. This has enable is to host more students for this academic year. Thank you so much. Below are the pictures. In His service, Bro. Gnininte

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News From Liberia

Special Prayer time for the mission and members A special prayer session was held throughout Liberia among the OFWB Churches. Prayer was covered the mission, and the OFWB International. It was also a special anointing service. Orphanage home project has kicked off: There was a slight delay due to bad road conditions. The rain has […]

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News From Guinea

3 Motorcycles bought for Pastors So much joy and happiness across the mission in Guinea, as 3 pastors take delivery of their motorbikes. All thanks to your support. As I spoke to them via video chat, they expressed relief, as transportation is a major issue for them. Conakry the capital of Guinea sits on a […]

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News From Angola

Special prayer time for the mission While we were having a special prayer time in Liberia, The church in Angola was also having theirs. As Pastor Baptista explained, they also prayed for the members and the OFWB International. Despite being a diamond and oil producing country, Angola is still among the poorest in Africa due […]

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FFWBC – MANILA YOUTH ACTIVITIES 2024

by Ma’am Suzette Sape – Youth Coordinator The First Free Will Baptist Church Manila youth ministry recently embarked on a transformative team-building activity held on August 3, 2024 at La Mesa Ecopark Fairview, Quezon City. The event aimed to foster spiritual growth, camaraderie, and a deeper connection among the youth members. A total of 41 […]

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Praise SOAP Church, Liberia Building Project

We give God all the praise for His blessings. We also want to appreciate you for your prayers and financial support. For every achievement in this month was made possible by your generous contribution. We are thankful for your kindest donation towards the extension of the building which houses both the Sanctuary of anointed Praise […]

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A Word from Bethel Church, Mexico

We, the Original Free Will Baptist Church in Mexico, have adopted a work motto for the next 3 years, the motto is “Praying for a Better Church”. On behalf of the congregation of the Original Free Will Baptist Church, Bethel Temple, I send a cordial greeting to all of you my beloved OFWBCH Churches. I’m […]

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FFWBC MANILA FAMILY OUTDOOR FELLOWSHIP 2024

Pastor Arnel Cuba So, dear friends, stand firm and remain steadfast. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor in the Lord is never in vain. Obeying God’s commands is a vital aspect of the Christian life and is central to our service for Him. This is why our […]

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