France
Mark Oshman
Nice, France - ESL or French Literacy Outreach ...

Most people around the world think of Nice as a glamorous beach vacation destination, home to mansions, yachts, and movie stars.  But Nice is also home to a significant Muslim population (France has the largest percentage of Muslims as compared to their total population in the EU). Nice is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean, after Marseilles, which is the most Muslim French city with a 20% Muslim population.  The Joshua Project says that Nice is a “formerly or falsely reached” city.  

Pioneers has a team working with Muslim background peoples in Nice, and they are currently looking for new team members to help them reach out to this community through teaching English and French, as well as initiating friendships and Discovery Bible Studies in the community. 

Evangelism

Engage the Nations in London

London is an impressive city, rich with history, culture, and opportunity. The diversity of people who live in this city make it a dynamic place to meet people from around the world. Many of the nearly 10 million Londoners were born outside of the United Kingdom but call this metropolis home. 

London offers a unique experience for work, life, and the future. A 2011 census reveals about 40% of people living in London identify as Asian, Black, Mixed or another ethnic group. What if the nations who are already here were impacted by the gospel?

If reached they could have a lasting impact reaching their family, friends, and even those in their native country. People from every religious background and worldview are present in London. Often, they have never heard the gospel and do not have any friends who are bible-believing Christians. 

The social needs in London are also great, with crime increasing and the income gap widening. There is an opportunity for Christians to contribute to this conversation in a powerful way. Believers in Jesus can demonstrate the way of Jesus, by seeking to put others before self with love.    

The challenges are present in London, but so are the opportunities to see God’s kingdom grow. When people hear the truth and believe they can begin to understand who God is—that He made them for a relationship with Himself. 

Consider the following opportunities to come alongside what God is doing in this city:

  • Engage the community: Come and work to develop relationships with Muslims and their children through English classes, music lessons, and community events.  

  • Help to Plant a Church: New churches are being established in London and more are needed to share the love of God. Come learn how to plant a new church by working with others who are already here. Join a church planting training and see what God is able to do. 

  • Reach the Unreached: Practice the art of sharing the gospel with a goal of developing a relationship in mind. Ask powerful questions and encourage people with the truth that God loves them. This is challenging, yet God is able to open hearts. He is able to use our obedience in sharing to bring about the miraculous.

 

Would you be willing to bring your passion, gifts, and experience to reach the nations in London?