Jesus’ Heart
Christ calls us to go above and beyond the ordinary. In Matthew 5:41 Jesus says, ‘And whoever would compel you to go a mile, go with him two’. Locals understood the request to ‘go a mile’ as the means by which Roman oppressors would requisition local goods and labour – by force. So, here, Jesus instruction to also go an extra mile would have shocked them. But, this is typical of Jesus to call into question what is a normal response, and to show a different way, one that is above and beyond the human norm, and one that is representative of Christ’s sacrificial way. “Going the extra mile” today commonly means to do more than is needed.
He moves our hearts to a vision beyond ourselves to see His Kingdom come: to see people saved and added to His family; to see the Nations reached for Christ; and to see His church grow as a powerful witness of His majesty in our local area.
The Thessalonian Example
Paul in his letter to the Corinthian church holds up the Macedonian churches as a wonderful example of sacrificial love and giving. ‘Out of their most severe trial., their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability (2 Corinthians 8:2-3).
God calls us to serve the nations, and we are strongly involved in helping churches, ministries, children’s home and other needs. Currently we are supporting the people and ministries below.
“He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep gaining what he cannot lose.” Jim Elliot
Missions isn’t what we do, it’s who we are!
Sri Lanka
Bethel Children’s Homes
Bethel Children’s Homes have been in operation since 1998 when the first home opened with 11 girls. Since then two new homes have been built to house more girls on the same property. An additional property was purchased to house boys. All of the children in the homes have been affected in some way by the war and civil unrest in Sri Lanka.
The homes have government permission to care for up to 40 children. They maintain a family-like environment by ensuring a high level of individual care. The homes ensure all children are sent to primary and secondary schools within the community, assures all medical and healthcare needs are met, provides all subsistence needs (i.e. food, clothing, shelter, water, sanitation, recreation etc.), and commits to continually support their overall physical, emotional, mental and intellectual development.
If you would like to give towards Bethel Children’s Home, visit the giving section of our website. Please clearly indicate your donation is for the children’s homes in the reference section of your online deposit. If you would like to receive tax deductibility for your donation, you can give online through Global Development Group.
Vanuatu
Bethel Christian Preschool
Our newest preschool in the Pacific began on the island of Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu. The preschool is located near Luganville in an area known as Banban. Our missionaries, Benjamin and Asinate Wari oversee the running of the preschool. Asinate is the head teacher and the preschool began in March 2024.
Bethel Christian Preschool Banban stands as a beacon of early childhood education, dedicated to nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for children’s development, the preschool strives to create a welcoming and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.
We believe that play is the cornerstone of early childhood education. Through play, children learn to explore, experiment and make sense of the world around them. Our curriculum is designed to integrate playful activities, such as sensory play, imaginative play, and outdoor exploration, into every aspect of the learning experience.
Every child is cherished, celebrated, and empowered to shine. With a focus on excellence, equity and inclusion, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and enriching educational experience that lays the foundation for a lifetime of success.
As we continue to inspire curiosity, ignite passion and unlock potential in the young minds of Banban, we invite the children’s families to join us on this journey of learning, growth, and discovery.
Ghana
Institute of Discipleship and Ministry Training
Institute of Discipleship and Ministry Training (IDMT) was established in 2019. IDMT admits students, both male and female, with a focus on their love for God and the desire to serve rather than on their educational background. The vision of IDMT is to equip as many church leaders, church workers and pastors with a sound knowledge of the Word of God.
The school operates on the premises of the Cross Outreach Church International in Abuesi, Ghana. Students are accepted from every part of Ghana and Africa. IDMT has graduated pastors, missionaries, evangelist, musicians and church workers and a majority of these graduates are actively involved in the Kingdom work. Our graduates are now pastoring outreach churches, assisting church leaders, leading children’s ministry, serving as youth leaders, and conducting door to door, street and public bus evangelism.
If you would like to give towards IDMT, visit the giving section of our website. Please clearly indicate your donation is for IDMT in the reference section of your online deposit.
Vanuatu
Benjamin and Asinate Wari
Benjamin and Asinate Wari are missionaries to Vanuatu. They are based near Luganville on the northern island of Espiritu Santo at our World Missions Faith Training School (WMFTS) property.
Benjamin is from Papua New Guinea (PNG). He is the son of one of our senior pastors at Bethel Tabernacle of Praise Church in Port Moresby. He has been part of the church his whole life and has served in various different capacities. He spent a few months in the Philippines as a short-term missionary prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. He was based in our church in Pasig initially and also ministered in other churches. In 2022 he operated as principal of WMFTS at Bethel International Training College (BITC) in Port Moresby.
Asinate is from Fiji. She went to PNG as a student in 2018 and completed WMFTS before enrolling in the Bethel Preschool Teacher Training Course at BITC. She graduated as a preschool teacher in 2020. She met Benjamin in PNG and they got married.
Benjamin will take on the role of principal at WMFTS Vanuatu. He will also be responsible for maintaining the property. There are plans to begin a preschool on the WMFTS property which Asinate will be heavily involved in. She will be our head teacher and will be responsible for the running of the preschool.
If you would like to give towards Benjamin and Asinate, visit the giving section of our website. Please clearly indicate your donation is for Benjamin and Asinate in the reference section of your online deposit.
Australia
Madimadi Family
Pr Jeremiah and Delia Madimadi are faithful servants and experienced leaders who were serving at Bethel Centre in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea (PNG) prior to relocating to Australia. Both of them were on staff at Bethel Centre and they have had roles in our ministry training schools for several years now.
Pr Jeremiah is originally from Milne Bay province in PNG. He moved to Port Moresby several years ago to pursue ministry training at BITC. Upon completion of his studies, he stayed on as a staff member and served faithfully at Bethel Centre. Delia is from Palawan in the Philippines. She moved to PNG several years ago as a missionary serving at Bethel Centre. It was there that she met Pr Jeremiah and the two of them got married. They now have a young daughter named Nellie Winnie.
Pr Jeremiah, Delia and Nellie Winnie arrived in Australia in September 2022 and journeyed to Tennant Creek in October. They are currently serving as missionaries at Tennant Creek Christian Family Church, where Pr Jeremiah is our Senior Pastor. They are doing a fantastic job in Tennant Creek and they have had a great impact on the local church and community. Their hearts for God and their dedication to His call are very inspiring.
If you would like to give towards the Madimadi family, visit the giving section of our website. Please clearly indicate your donation is for the Madimadi family in the reference section of your online deposit.