What’s Happening?

The Office is open

After a nice long holiday, the JHI office has reopened. Now is the time to return with new enthusiasm and fresh energy. Let’s pray that this year we can be a blessing to more villages.

Shooting at the beginning of the year

We are starting the year with a creative start and camera in hand! This January JHI / TAV got the opportunity from a Bible school in America to make a video of their lesson using the Indonesian language which will later be given to the Indonesian villages.

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What’s Happening?

The Office is open

After a nice long holiday, the JHI office has reopened. Now is the time to return with new enthusiasm and fresh energy. Let’s pray that this year we can be a blessing to more villages.

Shooting at the beginning of the year

We are starting the year with a creative start and camera in hand! This January JHI / TAV got the opportunity from a Bible school in America to make a video of their lesson using the Indonesian language which will later be given to the Indonesian villages.

Pray With Us

Dear friends, donors,

I am grateful to have the opportunity to connect with you through our monthly newsletter and express my heartfelt appreciation for your continued support, both financially and prayerfully. Your dedication and commitment to the mission of spreading the love of Christ in Indonesia has made a significant impact on the lives of many.

In Matthew 17:20-21, Jesus teaches us about the power of faith, saying, “For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.” This verse reminds us of the importance of placing our complete trust and hope in God, for He is the source of our strength and the One who enables us to overcome obstacles.

As we navigate through these challenging times, we find solace and inspiration in the Word of God. We firmly believe in the eternal life given to us through Jesus Christ, our Savior. It is upon this Word of life that we build our foundation, even when it seems that everything around us is losing strength and value. In a world filled with longing and uncertainty, we strive to be the bearers of hope and the messengers of God’s unwavering love.

I am excited to share that in the month of June, I will be embarking on a ministry trip to the United States. During this time, I humbly request your prayers for my journey, that God may guide me, provide me with favor, and open doors for impactful ministry opportunities. I believe that through your faithful prayers and support, the work we undertake will bear fruit for the Kingdom of God, touching lives and bringing transformation to those we encounter.

Once again, I extend my deepest gratitude for your unwavering commitment to our cause. Your partnership enables us to make a difference in the lives of countless individuals, bringing them closer to the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. I am honored to have you as part of our community and are blessed to walk this journey together.

May God’s abundant blessings be upon you and your loved ones.

In Christ’s love,

Philip Myers

REMEMBERING BILL AND BARBARA MYERS

The following letter was written by the longtime friend and fellow minister in Indonesia, Bill Hekman. Enjoy.

Bill and Barbara were my neighbors in Indonesia. They were a great example of hospitality. Their house was open to guests and there was never a lack of guests in their home.

Bill and Barbara were great visionaries for Christ having been involved in printing Christian literature, Radio broadcasting and TV. They adopted 3 Indonesian children. Barbara went home to heaven and Bill joined her on February 3rd 2023. Their 2 sons, Gordon and Philip are also fulltime servants of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Bill faithfully continued to serve the Lord and his burden was to reach the 74,000 villages of Indonesia via Satellite. I learned from Bill about the gift of patience, loving your neighbor and sharing the Gospel of Christ in many ways. His goal was to reach all of the villages of Indonesia for Christ via Satellite and placing TV sets in the homes of village leaders which were pre-set to receive the Gospel messages via his satellite system.

So-called-friends took advantage of his honesty and his total commitment to His Lord and Saviour. Bill never ever thought of revenge but continued to fulfill the Great Commission via the various aspects of the media till the day the Lord took him home to heaven. I considered him my best friend and will certainly miss him the rest of my life.

Ps Bill Hekman has been a contributor of content that we have distributed all over Indonesia. Here is some of that content.

Dear Friends, Donors,

I hope this letter finds you well and filled with joy. I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest appreciation for your ongoing support and generosity towards Indonesia for Christ/Tel-A-Village. Your contributions have been instrumental in enabling us to continue to serve those in need and make a positive impact in the islands of Indonesia.

As we enter the month of May, I am reminded of the saying, “April showers bring May flowers.” Just as one endures the rain, we know that the flowers will come. We are seeing the results (the flowers) of your prayers and support (the rain) as we continue to make new progress towards our mission. We were able to supply equipment to 14 locations in Biak (Papua island) which enable them to view the programs again and 15 new locations in east Java.

In John 13:14, Jesus reminds us that we should follow His example and serve one another. Your donations are a reflection of this call to action, as you have selflessly given to support those in need. Through your donations, we have been able to provide vital aid and support to communities, and we are truly grateful for your partnership in this work.

As we move forward, we ask that you continue to keep us in your prayers and consider making a donation to help us reach even more people. Together, we can make a lasting impact and help those who need it most.

Once again, thank you for your continued support and generosity. May God bless you abundantly.

Sincerely,

Philip Myers

What’s Happening?

USB sent to Biak and Kalimantan

This week we sent 31 USBs containing programs for children, adults, and also leaders in Biak and Balikpapan. We hope JHI can reach more villages in Indonesia.

Prison Service

Last Friday, August 11, Jangkar Harapan Indonesia with Ps Ricky Gordon (a missionary serving in Japan) visited the Class IIB Women’s Correctional Institution in Manado.

17 August Competition

In commemoration of the 78th independence day of the Republic of Indonesia, Jangkar Harapan Indonesia held a joint competition with JHI staff. Happy Independence Day for the Republic of Indonesia! Let God continue to bless this nation and this nation may continue to be a blessing.

Pray With Us

It is true that hope deferred makes the heart sick. When your hopes are delayed, deterred, or detoured you are left with emptiness. Like a stomach that just heaved, you feel hollow; left with a bitter taste in your mouth. But, when your longings are fulfilled, you are satisfied, like partaking in a delicious, savory meal with loved ones gathered around the table and laughter filling the air.

Dreams may come and go, morph and change, but hope is lasting and unwavering. The outcomes of dreams may not unfold as you picture them. Don’t be so distracted or despaired by your losses that You fail to see the greater miracle of God’s faithfulness.

Hope placed in God is a hope that does not fade, spoil or quit. God does not change, nor leave you nor forsake you. When others let you down, when you let yourself down, when your hopes sink rather than float, remember that God is steady, unchanging, and anchoring you with His Truth.

Hoping in possessions, people, and position is a dangerous game for your heart. Hope in God is real, for God is real. Allow God to be the keeper of your heart. Choose to stay close to God as He keeps you, for God has chosen you.

Today is full of possibilities. Even in the midst of the uncertainty and unraveling that you see all around, God is right there in the midst. God holds the keys. God has the final say.

Hope in the One who holds you tight, who holds you close, who is capable of holding you together when you fear you’ll fall apart. Hope in the one who made you, understands you, and loves you with more love than you dare to imagine.

Come, let’s walk together, with Grace, through this brand new day; full of hope.

Philip Myers