Spiritual awakening and urgent practical needs headline the June 2026 edition of FiRE. From courageous pastoral leadership amidst conflict in Myanmar to an urgent "vehicle of hope" appeal in rural Liberia, this issue highlights how God is faithfully at work in the hardest places. Dive inside to discover inspiring updates from Mongolia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Sumatra, and see how your partnership is putting faith and love into action.

Quiet faithfulness and life-changing compassion shape the February edition of FiRE. In Liberia, Martha’s journey from hardship to high-school graduation stands as a powerful reminder of what consistent love and practical care can achieve through the Asia Focus family.

From the dusty roads of Uganda, a mission team shares a “journey with a purpose,” refurbishing orphan homes, equipping widows, and encouraging isolated pastors longing for fellowship and training.

High in the cold mountains of northwest Vietnam, Esther recounts joy amid hardship as Bible-radios, food parcels and prayer bring the Gospel to H’Mong and other tribal communities—often reached only foot.

Also inside: hope after the devastating 7.7-magnitude Myanmar earthquake as the Lutheran Church of Myanmar delivers urgent relief to vulnerable families; inspiring disciple-making growth and the continued Chepang church build in Nepal; encouragement and scholarship needs from Sundermann Theological College in Nias, Indonesia; and baptisms in Thailand bringing freedom and new life in Christ.

Thank you for praying, giving and walking alongside these ministries as faith and love are put into action.

“Little is much when God is in it” sets the tone for this edition. From Vietnam’s Central Highlands, Esther shares a powerful testimony of healing and new faith among the H’Mong, where radios and Bible study are opening hearts to Jesus. In Liberia, AFA partners are caring for vulnerable children through three mission schools and a growing safe home—urgent needs include mattresses, food and clothing.

In Nepal, families displaced by floods now have dry, sturdy homes—and with $16,000 raised, a new church is on the way. Myanmar’s Lutheran Church is delivering lifesaving relief to displaced families, while in the Philippines Pastor Larry rides mountain trails to serve the Dumagat communities with Word and practical care. Also inside: VALBI graduations (Đồng Nai & Pleiku in Vietnam), Thorothy becoming a shining light in Sabah, and a Laos appeal for the LPC dorm.

If Pastor August had not become involved in helping the decimated populations in East Timor and Banda Aceh in 2003-2004, the Asia Focus that we know today would not have had its inception. Pastor August did this with faith, and a conviction for social justice, that has led to incredible growth and impact today. God has multiplied the AFA outreach in amazing ways that I’m sure Pastor August would have never dreamt of. Small (and large!) acts of generosity, done with a sincere heart, can set change in motion and over time, move the proverbial ‘mountains’.

In this issue, we look at some of the small beginnings which have created big changes currently in the lives of hundreds of people in South East Asia and Africa. These articles are only a sample of what God has multiplied out from the faithfulness of the supporters of Asia Focus. We may feel insignificant or doubt our ability to actually make a difference for God’s Kingdom when the needs are so enormous. As I so often remind myself: “God’s got it. He’s the Master Gardener and our little seeds of faith contain the potential for towering trees.”

Dive into the latest edition of FiRE, where we celebrate the incredible journey of faith and generosity that connects us all to the heart of mission in Asia and beyond. This issue is a tribute to the unwavering support of our readers and donors, whose contributions have sparked a beacon of hope and transformation across 15 countries.

Discover the life-changing impact of donations in the Philippines, explore the collaborative venture with Esther in Vietnam, and witness the digital blessings at the Manna School in Medan. We're also excited to share updates on the new premises for the Youth Development Center in Thailand, the resilient earthquake relief efforts in Nepal, the enduring spirit amidst persecution in the Himalayas, and crucial emergency aid for new developments in Paletwa, Myanmar.

In this edition of FiRE we focus on walking by faith in our own lives and stepping out in mission trips to Asia and beyond. Read about the challenges and God’s plans for the Youth Development Centre, Thailand, Rising persecution in Nepal, Ministry development in Myanmar, Proposed outreach in Bhutan, Ministry outreach with radios in Vietnam, recent graduates from the Life Promotion Centre in Laos, and mission trips to Thailand and Indonesia

The latest FiRE newsletter for February 2018 is now avialable and contains a special on India’s daily battles, the gift of new life through LSC in Thailand, expanding mission work in Nepal, and a roundup of other mission projects around the world.