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The Independent Board for Presybyterian Foreign Missions was begun with the sole purpose of sending God’s servants “into all the world, [to] preach the gospel to every creature” (Mark 16:15). Like the Apostle Paul, our missionaries spend their time “Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence …” (Acts 28:31). This purpose is as needful today as it was in 1933 when the Board began.

Any who have read the history of The Independent Board (click on the History page of this website for more information) know that it began in the midst of a momentous struggle between true Bible Christianity and the Christ-denying tenets of Modernism. Many of our founders gave up their ecclesiastical “careers” in order to remain loyal to Christ and His Word. Their consuming desire was not just to send men and women to help people in foreign lands, but to promote “truly Biblical Missions.”

These many years later, The Independent Board seeks to remain faithful to this same mission which was so precious to our founders. We would ask you to pray for our missionaries, and we invite you to consider supporting them. We would be glad to answer any questions you might have or provide additional information. Please read about their work on this website.

Or, perhaps the Lord has called YOU to serve Him in another land. Christ told His disciples: “The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest” (Luke 10:2). Some may think that the need for missionaries is not as great with the advent of modern communications technology. However, my experience in visiting distant lands has been that NOTHING can replace the on-site witness of consecrated servants of God!

Please contact us and discuss how you can become involved in the fulfillment of this Great Commission which Christ has given to all of His followers!

In Christ,
Brad Gsell
President

    
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March 27-April 30
27. KENYA – Rev. and Mrs. Mark Kim remind us to pray as the Bible College has final exams today through Thursday. Pray for the activities scheduled during the term break, that each one may be used as a channel of blessing by God. Pray also for rain for Kenya. Praise God for his continued grace and mercy toward all His children.

28. INTERNATIONALS – Judy Creamer requests prayer for the Friends of Internationals (FOI) activities for Easter, for her English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, and for her clients at the pregnancy care center. Pray for Edith, a new ESL student, coming on Tuesday afternoons, and for an increased spiritual understanding from all of Judy’s students.

29. KENYA/USA – The Johnsons request prayer as they visit supporting churches this month. Also pray that contacts might be made for a SOME team to Chile in early July. Pray for the brethren in Kenya who continue to face famine.

30. BRAZIL – Rev. and Mrs. Woo Sun Kim request prayer for funds needed in the construction of the Fortaleza church building; the land has been bought and prepared for construction. Pray for the many Brazilian churches with seminary graduates, that they will be strong in the faith and reach out to the lost in their individual communities.

31. MISSION GOALS FOR 2012 – In a concentrated effort, let us prayerfully wait upon the Lord for at least one new missionary couple this year. Let us also pray for consistent financial support for every missionary, on a monthly basis. Finally, pray for the overall health and well-being of our thirty-four active, and three retired missionaries.


1. PALM SUNDAY – “And they brought the colt to Jesus …and he sat upon him. And many spread their garments in the way: and others cut down branches off the trees …, and they that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna; Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord.” Mark 11:7-9.

2. LONDON – Rev. and Mrs. Tim Ki have left Australia and are in Singapore for meetings. Pray for the Hope and New Life Churches’ Bible camps on April 6-9, and for the Kis as they return to London on April 12. Praise God for those who filled the pulpit at New Life during Rev. Ki’s absence.

3. ON FURLOUGH – Rev. Eben Yoon has been joined by his wife in the US; pray as they continue to visit churches and supporters on the west coast. Pray for Mrs. Yoon’s health following surgery last month. Pray for those who have taken over their responsibilities back in Kenya during their absence.

4. ANDES MISSION – Rev. and Mrs. Jara request prayer for the Holy Week Congress tomorrow and Friday; may the Lord bring in His people. Praise God for the wedding of Andres Diaz and Nelly Salazar. Pray for Guillermo Sandoval and Elena Reyes to be saved. Pray for good results from VBS.

5. GUATEMALA – The Kangs are thankful for the Bible class and the study of the catechism. Pray with them for the teacher, Gadiel. Praise God for the five girls in the after-school Bible study, where they are currently studying about God. Pray for these girls and the two teachers, Debra and Paola.

6. KENYA/USA – The Johnsons request prayer for the upcoming SOME Team to Chile. Pray for team members of His choosing, for those who will hear His Word, and for the finances needed. Pray also for rains this month in Kenya, that they will be sufficient to produce a good harvest.

7. HOLY LAND – Pray for the pastors and members of the Baraka BP Churches in Bethlehem during this special time of the year. Pray for the youth and children to be active for the Lord; pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

8. EASTER SUNDAY – “…Be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here: behold the place where they laid him.” Matthew 16:6.

9. ANDES MISSION – The Bjurs request prayer for lasting fruit from the Easter Congress held in Iquique last week. Praise God for safety in travel and for all who attended. Praise God for five preteen girls who received Christ as Saviour at VBS at the end of March. Pray for a good VBS follow-up.

10. KENYA – Praise God for the Easter service at Ngomongo; it was also a time for baptisms. Pray for the East African Christian Alliance Pastor’s Conference (April 23-27) with 250 attending and for the speakers and the needs of the conference. Also, April 29 will be a special ministry to the elderly at BCEA; 150 are expected. Pray for the students during the vacation month of April.

11. GUATEMALA – Rev. and Mrs. Hal Ricker praise God for the Trinitarian Bible Society conference held in Guatemala, on the 2012 Bible revision of the 1909 Reina Valera Bible. Pray for the executive committee meeting each month for the local CIEF. Pray for souls to be saved at the Los Angeles and Montserrat I churches.

12. ANDES MISSION – The Durands give thanks for faithful donors and several meetings in March. Pray for good results from Paul’s conference back on April 6, and for others coming up. Pray for seminary classes, pastors and churches in the south, and for progress in their housing project.

13. S.O.M.E. – Plans and preparations are underway for a team to go to Arica, Chile to help the Bjurs and Jaras during the first two weeks of July. Plans are for Gary and Pat Johnson to lead the team, consisting of young people to engage in a variety of ministry opportunities.

14. INTERNATIONALS – Judy Creamer asks for prayer concerning her two English as a Second Language classes, that they will understand the Gospel. Pray for her witness at the pregnancy center. Pray that Akakpo will accept Christ as Saviour and will attend church with Judy.

15. MISSIONARY CHILDREN – Today let us pray for the youngest of our missionaries, those children on the field: Jeremy, Joshua and Deborah Sue Bjur; Ruth Meylí, Jonathan Edward and Melissa Noemí Jara; Joshua Kang; Ha-Eun, Ha-Jin and Ha-Hyun Yoon; Geneva, Isaiah, Josiah, Anna, Sarah Grace, Katie, and Faith Victoria Durand. Remember also Becky Bjur at Bob Jones University.

16. KENYA – Miss Eun-Young Bai will be in Korea for the term break for medical reasons, and is expected to return by month’s end. Pray that her ministries and responsibilities will be taken care of in her absence.

17. CAMBODIA – Rev. and Mrs. Stephen Choi request prayer for the purchase of land for Glory BPC in Phnom Penh suburbs. Land is still available, although the price is going up. Pray for the Chois as they continue learning the Khmer language; this will benefit their ministry greatly.

18. ANDES MISSION – The Bjurs request prayer for Operation Salvation CD Ministry, as Mark Ring is planning a trip to Arica next week. Pray for these CDs as they will be distributed in Arica and surrounding towns and villages. Pray for a possible SOME Team in early July, that the Lord would send those of His choosing.

19. GUATEMALA – Rev. and Mrs. Hal Ricker praise God for the enthusiasm in the Saturday afternoon English classes, and that various people in both churches are distributing Bibles to friends, relatives, and others. Pray that the Evangelical Alliance of Guatemala will vote out of the apostate World Evangelical Alliance.

20. BRAZIL – Rev. and Mrs. Woo Sun Kim request prayer that construction permits will be granted from the Fortaleza City Hall for the church there. The Kims are very thankful for the individuals and families who have contributed greatly to the construction of a number of churches over the past year. Praise the Lord.

21. MISSIONARY FINANCES – The following accounts were under supported last month: Rev. and Mrs. Eben Yoon, Rev. and Mrs. Hal Ricker, Rev. and Mrs. Ken Olson, Rev. and Mrs. Mark Kim), Mr. and Mrs. Caleb Kang , Rev. and Mrs. Jonathan Jara, Rev. and Mrs. Paul Durand, Miss Joan Davenport, Mrs. Judy Creamer, Rev. and Mrs. Stephen Choi.

22. ON FURLOUGH – Joan Davenport gives thanks for daily strength and wisdom, as well as good health for herself and the family. Praise God for the good trip and three-week stay she had in Utah with a sister for a family wedding. Joan is also thankful for a good Bible church, within walking distance from her home.

23. BRAZIL – Rev. and Mrs. Ken Olson once again praise God for the good results of the ICCC Congress and the interest of the Brazilians as well as supporting the CIEF in the future. Pray for the next issue of “The Fundamentalist” to be released soon. Pray for the San Bernardo church where Rev. Olson is ministering as interim pastor.

24. INDIA – Mr. Eapen requests prayer for those who attended the Easter services, that the Gospel message they received will bring fruit to the glory of God. Also, pray for the literature he distributes, that it will be found to be food to the spiritually starving souls in northern India.

25. BRAZIL – Rev. and Mrs. Woo Sun Kim are thankful to God for the support received for the Fortaleza Presbyterian Church building and request prayer for the construction of the Cutia Fundamental Presbyterian Church building at Santa Terezinha. Praise God for the computer equipment that was purchased for the Sertão Seminary in the city of Patos. Finally, pray for the need of a new pastor for the Bethesda Korean Presbyterian Church in São Paulo.

26. RETIRED MISSIONARIES – On this Thursday let us intercede for Miss Marion Willits and Mrs. Evelyn Cunningham (both living in New Jersey), and for Dr. William Le Roy (living in Lancaster, PA). Let us hold them up before the Lord that He would meet their health, emotional, and spiritual needs. Thankful for those who support them, let us pray that our Lord will use them in ministries right where they live.

27. KENYA – Judith Collins and Peter Lkayo are praising the Lord for preventing government takeover and lining things up in His favor for them to run the school for Jesus. Pray for replacement school desks, making the monthly budget, and continued strengthening from the recent revival of Baalah Church and in rejecting the witchcraft insinuations. God be praised!
28. CAMBODIA – Rev. and Mrs. Luke Kim request prayer for his continued recovery, and for the oversight of the Christian Cambodia Christian Multipurpose Center (C.C.M.C.). Pray the ministry will be able to develop faithful national leadership.

29. FAITHFUL DONORS – Let us praise God together for the faithful and generous prayer and financial support that is received each month. As we look to the Lord to meet our daily needs, we thank Him for each one who willingly gives of that which the Lord has faithfully supplied. Philippians 4:15-17.

30. MISSION GOALS FOR 2012 – In a concentrated effort, let us prayerfully wait upon the Lord for at least one new missionary couple this year. Let us also pray for consistent financial support for every missionary, on a monthly basis. Finally, pray for the overall health and well-being of our thirty-four active, and three retired missionaries.
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    J. G. Machen's Profession of Faith

On Sunday evening, March 17, 1935, Dr. Machen preached in the First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh, Pa. In his sermon he said:

“Just before I stand before that Commission next Tuesday morning at ten o’clock in the First Presbyterian Church of Trenton, New Jersey, I have a profession of my faith to make. I cannot make it before the Commission because the Commission has barred from discussing everything really relevant to the questions at issue and has thus refused even to hear my case. But I am going to make if before this congregation tonight, and I know that every real Christian will sympathize with me when I make it.

My profession of faith is simply that I know nothing of the Christ proclaimed, through the Auburn Affirmation, by the Moderator of that Commission. I know nothing of a Christ who is presented to us in a human book containing errors, but know only a Christ presented in a divine Book, the Bible, which is true from beginning to end. I know nothing of a Christ who possibly was and possibly was not born of a virgin, but know only of a Christ who was truly conceived by the Holy Ghost and born of the Virgin Mary. I know nothing of a Christ who possibly did and possibly did not work miracles, but know only of a Christ who said to the winds and the waves, with the sovereign voice of the Maker and Ruler of all nature, 'Peace, be still.’ I know nothing of a Christ who possibly did and possibly did not come out of the tomb on the first Easter morning, but know only of a Christ who triumphed over sin and the grave and is living now in His glorified body until He shall come again and I shall see Him with my very eyes. I know nothing of a Christ who possibly did and possibly did not die as a substitute on the cross, but know only of a Christ who took upon Himself the just punishment of my sins and died there in my stead to make me right with the holy God.

I must be true to that Christ of the Bible, despite all efforts of the Auburn Affirmations and the ecclesiastical machinery to make me unture. I promised to be true to that Christ when I took my solemn ordination pledge as a minister, and I cannot break that promise now. I cannot support the anti-Christian propaganda now being furthered by the official Board of Foreign Missions of the Presbyterian Church in the U.S.A. I cannot place the shifting votes of the General Assembly or any other human councils in a place of authority that rightly belongs only to the Word of God.

I have offered to defend my position about both these points. I have offered to prove that the Board of Foreign Missions of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America is unfaithful to its great trust. I have offered to prove that the action of the last General Assembly requiring me to resign from The Independent Board for Presbyterian Foreign Missions is contrary to the Constitution of the Church. The Commission has refused even to listen to my evidence. It has refused to listen to any argument by my council, Rev. H. McAllister Griffiths. It will of course condemn them. But I had rather be condemned for an honest adherence to the Bible and to my solemn ordination pledge than enjoy even the highest ecclesiastical honors and emoluments as the reward of dishonesty.”

    
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