Author Archives: Lance Thollander

What Does Persecution Look Like In India

Christians around the nation of India find themselves increasingly under threat. This hostility is often driven by an ongoing belief among some that Indians ought to be of a singular belief systtem — and any faith outside of that system … Continue reading

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Ordaining couples to meet the need of the emerging Church

“Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” – Matthew 9:38 North Kerala is a very unreached area in terms of the gospel and our team of pastors and leaders are working there … Continue reading

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Water Well Drilling: Stories of Impact

In one village, an open well and small pond were the only sources of water, but they often failed to provide a sufficient supply of clean water. In the summertime, these sources often dried up. When rain once again filled … Continue reading

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MANARA INTERNATIONAL | RELIEF PROGRAM – PASTA FOOD PARCELS DISTRIBUTION 2024

We are very happy with the high-quality pasta that we have accumulated from many shipments from dear partners.  We would like to prepare parcels built around the pasta, to enable families to provide good meals for their household members during … Continue reading

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Merry Christmas – 2023!

  Christmas through Hope Builders International – December, 2023 Dear Friends, What is the essential message of Christmas? Why are we here? What’s it all about? The Christmas season gives us an opportunity to answer these central questions for seeking … Continue reading

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A New Update from Jordan

Dear Friends, We received this message from our ministry partners in Jordan today. In this terribly troubled time, and with Christmas just around the corner, our friends are seeking to minister to as many physically and spiritually hungry people as … Continue reading

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