I recently spent a week serving as a lecturer in South Sudan and, as always, it was a wonderful opportunity be hands-on in the important work we are doing in impoverished communities.

Nothing gets me more excited than teaching young pastors and leaders in the hard places of the world—leaders like Mario, who you’ll meet below. Mario is one of over 80 ministry leaders in South Sudan who are currently enrolled in our year-long certificate programme.

By the end of the programme, these leaders will be equipped with a strong foundation in Biblical Interpretation, the Old Testament, the New Testament, Introduction to Theology, Ministry Leadership, The Church and Community Transformation, and more. The curriculum is demanding, and it is taught by qualified and experienced instructors. Students are assessed on each course—and they are motivated to learn.

Some of the students—like Mario—dream of continuing their studies. They hope to earn one of the scholarships that Global Action will award in coming years to an outstanding leader to study for their university degree.

Because Global Action is working in the hard places like South Sudan, young leaders like Mario are given a chance they would have never had otherwise. You make this possible! Your partnership is bringing lasting transformation to hard places like South Sudan. Thank you!

For the world,

Lionel Young
Executive Vice President

P.S. Watch the video below for a glimpse into my time in South Sudan and to meet another one of our students!

South Sudan at a Glance

80+ students are attending our established classes in Tonj and Yirol.
We are prayerfully preparing to open a third class in the capital city, Juba.
Classes are taught by Egyptian teachers in Arabic and English.
Although most students speak fluent English, the teachings are also translated into Dinka for those who need it.