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An Year in Singapore REPORT BY PASTOR RATAN Mission Blogs Pastor Ratan Babu Baipa March 2, 2023 As I complete my year with South Asian International Fellowship, also known as SAIF-Church, I am grateful to God, my family, mentors, and the church for their support. It was not an easy journey, as I faced loneliness, a lot of stress, boredom, and cultural shock. In the midst of all of this. However, I’d like to quote Paul from Romans 10:13–15: He said, For “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” How then can they call on the One in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach? And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” (Berean Standard Bible) What I am doing in Singapore When I got to Singapore on March 8, 2022, the senior pastor, Pastor Pritam, gave me a warm welcome. Soon I met several elders of the church, who gave me a warm welcome and a sumptuous welcome dinner. A lovely couple opened up their home to let me stay in a room at their beautiful home. They treated me as their own Christ-brother and fed me whatever they prepared for themselves. Cell GroupsI regularly visit our brothers in their dormitories every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Sometimes I go all the way, changing 3 MRTs and a couple of buses to meet one or two to disciple and encourage them. Sunday PreachingI preach in English, Telugu, and sometimes Hindi at the Hindi service on Sundays. I am loving this as my gift, and people are immensely blessed. Since moving to Singapore, I believe my preaching has improved. I frequently hear from brothers and sisters who say that my preaching has greatly blessed them. I am grateful to God for the opportunity to serve and minister to the church here. Discipling one2oneJesus’ last command was to go into all nations and make disciples of all nations and baptize them. matthew 28:18-20. I had the privilege of being able to disciple and baptize here. My desire is to see them grow more into the likeness of Jesus and also disciple other Christians. Mentoring LeadersI am able to mentor some leaders who are serving in the church. These leaders are able to serve on the worship team by serving food and ushering. Developing leaders is an essential aspect of the kingdom of God. I see many potential members who are willing to serve the Lord in the church, but they need lots of encouragement, prayer, and motivation. I see potential in the people and try to motivate them to serve the Lord with all their hearts. Theological StudiesBesides working at the church, I am able to study at Trinity Bible Seminary (TCA, PayaLeba), Singapore. I am doing my MASTER OF ARTS IN MINISTRY (M.MIN.) It’s been fantastic because I’ve been able to continue my theological studies while also serving the church. I feel it’s important for every pastor and leader to never stop learning but to keep updating themselves in the word of God. Pray For Us Please continue to pray for me and my work here, as I continue to serve God in my capacity and pray the Holy Spirit will empower me to reach out to more souls. Thank you for your support and partnership in the extension of the kingdom! In His Mission Pastor. Ratan // Recent Post edit post How To De-Stress September 23, 2024 edit post Pray Like Jesus September 22, 2024 edit post Wait for the Lord and not to be put to Shame September 21, 2024 edit post The Lord is my Rock and Fortress and Deliverer September 21, 2024 edit post The Cross Cannot Be Concealed September 21, 2024 edit post Unwavering Faith June 11, 2024 // Categories Snack for the Soul Daily Inspiration // Gallery Explore Our Ministries Come and Join Ministries

Christmas Gifts for Orphan Children REPORT BY PASTOR RATAN Mission Blogs Pastor Ratan Babu Baipa January 16, 2023 On 28th December I and our team visited a small orphanage and gave out blankets and some stationary.  The children in were really blessed by our visit. We are so thankful to all our partners for their generous support, who made this possible.  Thank you for your support and partnership in the extension of the kingdom! In His Mission Pastor Ratan // Recent Post edit post How To De-Stress September 23, 2024 edit post Pray Like Jesus September 22, 2024 edit post Wait for the Lord and not to be put to Shame September 21, 2024 edit post The Lord is my Rock and Fortress and Deliverer September 21, 2024 edit post The Cross Cannot Be Concealed September 21, 2024 edit post Unwavering Faith June 11, 2024 // Categories Snack for the Soul Daily Inspiration // Gallery Explore Our Ministries Come and Join Ministries

Widows Support @ Kerala REPORT BY PASTOR RATAN Mission Blogs Pastor Ratan Babu Baipa January 14, 2023 Dear friends and partners, We had a wonderful and blessed time celebrating with a group of  widows at a church in  kerala, India.  We were able to bless them with  winter garments, towels, two blankets, and a Water Jar. We were overwhelmed by seeing the joy while they received the gifts. Thanks to all our partners and friends who donated towards this initiative. Thank you for your support and partnership in the extension of the kingdom! In His Mission Pastor. Ratan // Recent Post edit post How To De-Stress September 23, 2024 edit post Pray Like Jesus September 22, 2024 edit post Wait for the Lord and not to be put to Shame September 21, 2024 edit post The Lord is my Rock and Fortress and Deliverer September 21, 2024 edit post The Cross Cannot Be Concealed September 21, 2024 edit post Unwavering Faith June 11, 2024 // Categories Snack for the Soul Daily Inspiration // Gallery Explore Our Ministries Come and Join Ministries

God at Work in 2022 REPORT BY PASTOR RATAN Mission Blogs Pastor Ratan Babu Baipa December 9, 2022 Dear friends and partners, Merry Christmas and Advanced New Year’s wishes! I am very glad and excited as we have come to the end of a wonderful and fruitful year. After two years of COVID-19, the ministry has advanced to the next level. God spoke to me at the beginning of this year that He would extend the ministry to the east, west, north, and south of India and beyond. As many of you know, God brought me to Singapore in March 2022 to work with Indian expats and migrant workers from India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, the Philippines, and other parts of the world. It’s been a great experience so far. Ministry in Singapore! I serve migrant workers and Indian expats through the South Asian International Fellowship in Singapore. We have four language services (English, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil). I am the assistant pastor of this church. Check out our website (www.saifchurch.com). I minister on Sundays, preaching in three different languages and giving at least two sermons each Sunday. Aside from my Sunday ministry, I visit migrant workers in their dormitories and hold Bible studies and cell groups. I reach home by 12 a.m. and sometimes 1 a.m. after ministering to the foreign workers. Ministry in India—ministering through Zoom and financially supporting the leaders. We have more than 30 leaders in the four corners of India reaching out to unreached people and villages, later discipling them in small groups through home fellowships. These leaders now have over 250 home fellowships in various regions. These leaders have many other leaders working under them who hold small groups and home-based fellowships. Many of our leaders don’t have a physical building. Most of these fellowships are conducted under trees, in tents, in mud houses, or in homes that don’t have enough space. While there are many challenges, such as lack of electricity and a proper place to sit down, no musical instruments, etc., yet they come and gather together to worship the living God. Some of the home fellowships I personally visited had 10 people, which have now grown to more than 50 people. God is at work, and He is saving the lost. Our house church is a movement, and our leaders want to see 1,000 home-based fellowships by 2023. I certainly believe it’s possible, as I see God moving powerfully! I want to thank you for your fervent prayers and your generous gifts this year. Your support is helping the kingdom of God advance, with many lost souls added to the kingdom of God! I hope you’ll continue to extend your support! As Many of these laborers walk many miles, go on bicycles, or travel by auto to reach the unreached locations. Since they work among the poorest of the poor, the offerings and gifts they receive from new believers are not much of a help. They need finances to support their families, their children’s education, and their travel expenses. Many people ignore their medical conditions because they cannot afford to pay for them. But they are passionately serving the King of Kings. While there are many challenges, one of the biggest has been the law of the land. Many of the regions have introduced strict conversion laws. Church buildings are demolished, and pastors are beaten and jailed. Many believers are being forced to return to their previous religious practices. We will appreciate your prayers for all leaders and brothers serving in some of the toughest places. Acts 9:31So the church throughout all of Judea, Galilee, and Samaria had peace and was being built up. And walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, it multiplied. Building people and empowering communities through our non-profit organization We are also reaching out to the poor and deprived in society through our non-profit organization (check www.ashraydreamfoundation.org). We are helping the unprivileged children in their education, teaching life skills to women, and helping the widows and leprosy community. Through our various projects, we are making the lives of people better. We are coming up with many new initiatives and projects to build people and communities, but we need your prayers and valuable support to reach more people and build more lives. Thank you for your support and partnership in the extension of the kingdom! In His Mission Pastor. Ratan // Recent Post edit post How To De-Stress September 23, 2024 edit post Pray Like Jesus September 22, 2024 edit post Wait for the Lord and not to be put to Shame September 21, 2024 edit post The Lord is my Rock and Fortress and Deliverer September 21, 2024 edit post The Cross Cannot Be Concealed September 21, 2024 edit post Unwavering Faith June 11, 2024 // Categories Snack for the Soul Daily Inspiration // Gallery Explore Our Ministries Come and Join Ministries

Education Support to Rescued Children REPORT BY PASTOR RATAN Mission Blogs Pastor Ratan Babu Baipa December 2, 2022 In September 2022, we reached out to 11 children who had been rescued from rag picking and begging. They are currently being schooled and learning life skills. These 11 young boys received education kits from our program. They were overjoyed to receive the gifts. Our goal is to educate, empower, and expand the next generation. We have provided shoes, educational resources, school bags, and uniforms, and even paid their tuition. You can donate to the children. Each youngster requires only $15 (USD) each month for education and other basic requirements. Your kind donation will assist many more people to be educated today and in the future. // Recent Post edit post How To De-Stress September 23, 2024 edit post Pray Like Jesus September 22, 2024 edit post Wait for the Lord and not to be put to Shame September 21, 2024 edit post The Lord is my Rock and Fortress and Deliverer September 21, 2024 edit post The Cross Cannot Be Concealed September 21, 2024 edit post Unwavering Faith June 11, 2024 // Categories Snack for the Soul Daily Inspiration // Gallery Explore Our Ministries Come and Join Ministries

Sewing Kits for Women REPORT BY PASTOR RATAN Mission Blogs Pastor Ratan Babu Baipa December 1, 2022 Ashray Dream Foundation is always in the forefront of women’s empowerment. As part of this project, we provided Sewing Materials in the form of a box containing all of the necessary equipment such as thread, scissors, measuring tape, chalk, and so on. The women were overjoyed and delighted.These ladies are part of a small group of ladies who come every day to learn to sew. We give them a sewing machine as a gift when they complete their training so that they can start their own business. We provide training and materials before releasing them to start their own home-based business. This initiative has blessed many people.A sewing machine costs Rs. 8000 (US $100). You can donate now if you want to help fund a sewing machine. Your contribution will assist someone in starting their own business and providing for their family. // Recent Post edit post How To De-Stress September 23, 2024 edit post Pray Like Jesus September 22, 2024 edit post Wait for the Lord and not to be put to Shame September 21, 2024 edit post The Lord is my Rock and Fortress and Deliverer September 21, 2024 edit post The Cross Cannot Be Concealed September 21, 2024 edit post Unwavering Faith June 11, 2024 // Categories Snack for the Soul Daily Inspiration // Gallery Explore Our Ministries Come and Join Ministries