Though living in Europe, Noah and Michaela are primarily focused on translating the Bible for a language group in Central Asia. To do this well, Noah has been working hard to finish a degree in linguistics. As a part of his training, he has attended several linguistics conferences. These events give him access to researchers and their work in his focus region. They discovered recently that there are many more unreached people groups in the area than have previously been recorded.
They are thankful for their local church and the community it has provided for their kids. Each of their four children are growing quickly in knowledge and maturity, and they have been having sweet times together as a family. They are looking forward to some upcoming travel together, including a brief return to the U.S.
In 2017, the Holy Spirit led Jay Ingram to pray for Shelby County churches each morning. Little did he know God would soon lead his family on a journey to plant Commission Church just a few years later in 2020. Since its beginning, Commission Church has been passionate about a vision to see Shelbyville filled with followers of Jesus. To accomplish this, they have committed to the mission of helping people love God through worship and teaching from the Bible, loving people through community groups and service, and making disciples by proclaiming the gospel and entrusting them with what they have been taught so they can also teach others.
The Immanuel Singles ministry desires to facilitate opportunities for unmarried saints to build community with others in a similar season and to encourage them to invest in deep relationships with those in different seasons of life. Why? We believe that God has uniquely equipped each Christian with particular gifts meant to build up the body of Christ. Therefore, we aim to encourage single Christians to exercise those vital gifts in the church, community, and their vocation for the glory of God.
Location:
Indonesia
Population:
1,250,000
Ev. Christian:
20%
Main Language:
Batak Karo
Spiritual Beliefs:
Mixed
Bible in Heart Language:
Yes
It is common for the Batak to live outside their homeland throughout Sumatra and Java. Many of the Batak are Christians, while others adhere to Islam.