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The Need for Slum Ministry

Tens of millions of people in Asia live in slums.

Many of them live in one-room shanties. They work long hours for insufficient wages. If there is no work available, some resort to begging, scavenging or prostitution to be able to earn enough to eat. Toilets are scarce, so the stench of human waste pollutes the air. Garbage is strewn across the alleyways. Everyone is vulnerable to disease.

For those living in slums, there is little hope of improving their lives, and some look to suicide as an escape.

2019 Report: Ministry in 872* Slums in Asia

Living in a slum in Asia is worse than going camping in the United States. Dirt floor, no bathrooms, no electricity. GFA behind-the-scenes missionary Jeff shares a report on sacrificial ministry in Asia’s slums in 2019.

*This number represents the Lord’s work in 2019 through GFA and our partnerships worldwide as we follow Him in His work in 16 Asian nations, including Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal.

Jesus Offers Them Hope

GFA began supporting ministry in the slums in 1999. Through this work, many people have found hope and strength in God.

When slum dwellers experience Christ’s transformation in their hearts, that transformation overflows into their environment. Soon, their streets and homes are kept cleaner; they show respect and kindness toward others; and hope gleams in their eyes. Jesus makes all the difference.

GFA-supported pastors and Sisters of Compassion who serve in slums provide:

Prayer

Encouragement for the sick and desperate.

Health Care

Instruction about health and hygiene.

Education

Tutoring classes for children.

Warm Clothing

Protection for those without proper insulation.

Vocational Training

Teaching sewing and other valuable skills.

Adult Literacy

Equipping men and women who never learned to read and write.

Water Filters

Protecting families from waterborne illnesses.

Toilets

Restoring the health and dignity of slum dwellers.

Income-generating Gifts

Empowering the poor to earn an income.

Hope

News of God's love and mercy.

Video Highlight: Real-life Hero

Catch a glimpse of slum ministry through the true story of a man who dreamed about a shack by the sewer—then moved into one. He says, "I want to work here ... because no one else cares."

You Have the Opportunity to Help People in Slums

You can give physical help and news of God's mercy by donating toward slum ministry.

Our Stewardship Commitment

GFA World (Gospel for Asia) is dedicated to the most effective and efficient stewardship of resources, according to 1 Corinthians 3:12-14. Contributions to GFA are income tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law. All gift options represent GFA’s actual ministry efforts to meet the diverse needs of individuals and communities. Regardless of particular preferences, moneys are raised for ministry purposes, and GFA retains discretion to use donated funds in any manner that serves our charitable objectives.

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