How You Can Help Equip African Pastors

How You Can Help Equip African Pastors The church in Africa is experiencing tremendous growth. Yet many pastors and church leaders lack the theological training and resources they need to lead healthy, long-lasting churches. That’s why we’re partnering with publishers and printers across the continent of Africa to translate and distribute a new resource written by an African pastor for African pastors. In [God’s Design for the Church: A Guide for African Pastors and Ministry Leaders]( Conrad Mbewe addresses head-on “some of the major issues that are hindering the church in Africa from being what God designed it to be.” Will you partner with us to get this important resource into the hands of as many African pastors and ministry leaders as possible? [partner with us]( More from Conrad Mbewe on the Church in Africa [10 Things You Should Know about the African Church]( Conrad Mbewe It is said that the number of Christians in Africa at the beginning of the twentieth century was about 9 million and that by the end of the twentieth century it was about 380 million. Church structures cannot cope with this kind of growth. So, churches are simply meeting in classrooms, in grass-thatched makeshift structures, and under trees—and yet they are still growing! [Interview: God’s Work in the African Church]( In this interview, Conrad Mbewe discusses what American Christians should know about the church in Africa and dispels common misconceptions related to African Christianity. He summarizes the big issues facing local congregations including unbiblical superstitions, widespread poverty, and a lack of theological education, and highlights what American believers can learn from our African brothers and sisters in Christ. [Explore 3,000+ Articles]( a Free Ebook]( a Free Devotional]( to our Podcast]( for a Free Crossway+ Account]( up for a Free Church Account]( Connect with Us! [Unsubscribe]( | [Subscribe to our newsletter]( | [View in browser]( Crossway is a not-for-profit Christian ministry that exists solely for the purpose of proclaiming the gospel through publishing gospel-centered, Bible-centered content. Learn more or donate today at [crossway.org/about](. You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive updates from Crossway. Crossway 1300 Crescent St.Wheaton, IL 60187 [Add us to your address book](