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By God’s grace, we have completed another year at the Tom Gentry Bible Training Centre and celebrated the graduation of 14 men who faithfully met every requirement of their training.

Since the Bible School began in November 2018, 101 men have completed training. Most graduating classes have been made up of young men preparing for ministry. However, last class was a unique group of 14 pastors who enrolled specifically to deepen their biblical understanding. If we count only the young men trained for future ministry, the total comes to 87 graduates.

These young men began their studies on December 4, 2024, and completed their training on November 8, 2025. Pastor Keith led the graduation service, commissioning them to preach Christ and disciple new believers.

In a tradition that has continued since the school first opened in 2018, a couple from First Baptist generously provided funds to outfit each graduate with a new suit. Their love and faithfulness have blessed every class that has gone out to serve.

Mission statement, vision, objective and the plan for this part of our ministry: Tom Gentry Bible Training Center.

History:
Graduation of the 1st generation of students. Nov. 10, 2019. 16 students.
Graduation of the 2nd generation of students. Nov. 14, 2020. 15 students.
Graduation of the 3rd generation of students. Jan. 15, 2022 (for 2021 generation). 14 students.
Graduation of the 4th generation of students. Dec. 3, 2022. 14 students.
Graduation of the 5th generation of students. Nov. 12, 2023. 14 students.
Graduation of the 6th generation of students. Dec. 8, 2024. 14 students.
Graduation of the 7th generation of students. Nov. 8, 2025. 14 students.

Continuing in our mission to equip the next generation of pastors, missionaries, and ministry leaders for Africa and beyond, we are grateful to begin the 8th year of training at the Tom Gentry Bible Training Centre.

This new class began on November 11, 2025. By God’s grace, they will complete their studies and graduate at the end of the year. We continue pressing toward the vision of raising up strong, faithful leaders who will impact lives and transform communities for Christ.

100 men – 100 villages – 100 churches.

I am grateful to pastor Keith for preparing the curriculum, and to every teacher who traveled to teach or joined us online. I am grateful for our local team who translate, transport, manage finances, cook, and care for the students throughout their training. I am grateful for those who pray and give so that this ministry can continue and grow.

At the end of it all, the glory belongs to the Lord.

This is Melvis. She is a Christian.
But when she wants water for her family, she has to submit to Islam – by wearing a hijab.

This is the daily reality for many believers in Malawi.
Water is being used as a weapon – to shame, control, and pressure.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.

“Whoever gives one of these little ones even a cup of cold water because he is a disciple, truly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward.”
Matthew 10:42

Now imagine giving millions of cups.
That’s what happens when you help us dig a well in Malawi.

💧 In some villages, Christians are being forced to wear hijabs or pay money just to get water.
That ends here – with you.

We’re building free wells in Jesus’ name.
No hijabs. No fees. No shame.
Just clean water – freely given, like the Gospel.

One well. One gift. A lifetime of impact.
🙏 Give water. Give dignity. Give in His name.

👉 mission2malawi.com/give

Tiyimbe App: A Songbook from Our Heart to Yours

If you’ve ever stood in a village church in Malawi, with voices rising around you in Chichewa, you know the power of worship here. The harmonies are simple but profound. The words – though sometimes hard to catch if you’re not fluent – carry a depth that transcends language. That’s what inspired us to create the Tiyimbe app.

“Tiyimbe” means “Let’s Sing” in Chichewa, and that’s exactly the heartbeat behind this project. It’s a worship songbook for mobile phones, designed to bring people together – whether they speak Chichewa, English, or both – around the shared joy of praising God.

Why We Built It

After years of serving in Malawi, we saw how often locals and visitors alike wanted to join in singing but struggled because they either didn’t know the words or couldn’t understand them.

We dreamed of something simple. A tool. A gift. And so, with a lot of prayer, translating, and tech work, the Tiyimbe app was born.

What Makes Tiyimbe Special?

• Chichewa + English Side by Side
Every song in Tiyimbe includes the original Chichewa lyrics, along with clear English translations – so you don’t just sing along, you understand what you’re singing.
• Works Offline
Internet is a luxury in many places we go. Tiyimbe doesn’t need a connection – once it’s on your phone, it’s with you always.
• Search & Favorites
You can search by number, title, or even part of a lyric. And if a song speaks to your heart, just tap the heart to save it as a favorite.
• Simple, Clean Design
We built it to be lightweight and easy to use – whether you’re in a city church or under a mango tree.
• Your Privacy Matters
No ads, no signups, no tracking. Just worship.

More Than Technology – It’s Ministry

Tiyimbe isn’t just an app – it’s part of our ministry. It accompanies our printed songbook, which we’re distributing across churches in Malawi. While the physical book is a cherished resource, the app makes the songs more accessible. Together, the printed and digital versions reinforce one another, helping to preserve worship traditions while also making them easier to share, teach, and understand. Whether you’re holding a hymnal or a phone, the message remains the same: Let’s sing to the Lord.

That’s why we do this. Because worship shouldn’t have barriers.

How to Get Tiyimbe

If you use an iPhone or iPad:
Just search for “Tiyimbe” on the App Store, or tap the button below:
👉 Download on the App Store.

If you’re on Android:
Just search for “Tiyimbe” in Google Play Store, or tap the button below:
👉 Download on the Google Play Store.

Tiyimbe is free. Always will be.

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Whether you’re in Malawi or supporting from afar, we invite you to sing with us. Let’s lift our voices together, across languages, across cultures, for the glory of the same faithful God.

Tiyimbe. Let’s sing!

Have you ever seen a witch doctor?
I have seen many, witness to some, been cursed by one and have experienced some of their work.

I took this picture a while back, while on the way to our Feeding Centre in Kachere.

I will leave the English translation of the text below, but the images shown on that banner need a quick explanation. The human-like creatures are supposed to be the witches that go at night and hurt those who are cursed. The snake is the animal witches use.

This is an advertisement for a traditional healer (a witch doctor) offering services related to spiritual protection, healing, and remedies for various ailments.

Here is the English translation:

DOCTOR SIKAWASONI – AFRICAN DOCTOR
We come from Mozambique.

We treat diseases such as:
• We protect homes.
• When a person is bewitched with evil spells.
• You can summon someone even if they are far away.
• Strange illnesses.
• Learning difficulties in school.
• Cough, epilepsy, and asthma.

COME ALL WHO NEED HELP. COME HERE TO BE HELPED.

As a missionary, I will tell you that both the “witch” – who places the curse and the “witch doctor” – who removes the curse, both of them work with and for the same spiritual world. Both of them are tools of the devil to keep people afraid and in chains.

This dark world can only be overcome by Jesus – who is the Light of this world.

I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.
Jesus in John 8:12.

I feel the call of Jesus to share Him with the people of Malawi, so they can leave the darkness, turn to the light and be saved!

I am sending you to open their eyes, so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me.
Acts 26:17-18.

A few days ago, I received devastating news from Mpyupyu: a powerful storm – described by locals as a “whirlwind” and likely a tornado – swept through the area, destroying both our church and feeding center. These facilities are at the heart of our ministry and the community. The feeding center provides daily meals for 65 orphans, and the church serves as a spiritual home for over 200 believers.

What makes this loss even harder is that we completed the church building less than six months ago. It was a beautiful sanctuary where the light of the Gospel shone brightly in an otherwise spiritually dark place.

Mpyupyu has long been a cornerstone of God’s work through Hope for the Future. In 2009, we launched our first Bible School here. Over the years, as the church grew, we built several structures, culminating in this most recent church, designed to welcome up to 400 believers.

This village holds countless stories of God’s faithfulness. Remember Siyeni? He’s one of the orphans we care for, a young man who experienced miraculous healing from a devastating illness. If you haven’t yet read his inspiring story of God’s mercy and grace, I encourage you to do so: Siyeni – a story of faithfulness.

In addition, we’ve organized evangelistic camps, outreach events, baptisms, and provided life-changing assistance. When local Muslims once barred Christians from using the village’s only well, God made a way for us to drill a new well for the church. Today, it’s the only working well in the entire village, serving everyone – regardless of faith – as a powerful testimony to God’s provision and love: Water well for Mpyupyu.

We’re also helping 156 children attend school, offering them not a handout, but a hand up – a hand up out of poverty and into a brighter future.

The pastor of Hope Baptist Church, Pastor Simion, continues to lead with incredible dedication. Not only does he strengthen the local believers, but he also takes the Gospel to unreached areas, planting new churches and expanding God’s kingdom.

Rebuilding these vital spaces will cost an estimated $17,000. We’ll work with a professional builder, alongside local labor, to ensure the community directly benefits from the reconstruction process.

This is a chance to restore hope and rebuild what was lost. Will you join us in this effort? Your support can make an eternal impact in Mpyupyu.

Will you pray for this need? Pray the believers in Mpyupyu stay strong in their faith during this challenging time. Pray that the enemy gains no ground from this setback and that God’s glory shines even brighter through this trial.

Will you consider helping us rebuild? As always, you can donate with confidence on this website, using the form below. We accept checks, direct bank wires, PayPal and Zelle. I have also started a GoFundMe page, which can be found here: Help us rebuild in Mpyupyu.

A few days ago, I received news from Malawi that our pastors and their communities are facing severe hunger. Pastor Mayere and some people from his church reported they were weakened, having gone days without food. Pastor Kadwale also reached out, sharing that his family was struggling with hunger.

I am aware of the many needs around us, so I humbly ask you to consider prayerfully supporting our efforts to help our Brothers and Sisters. A donation of $50 provides a bag of corn, or any amount you feel led to give would be a blessing. Thank you for your prayers and generosity.

I was told the donation form below doesn’t work properly. If it doesn’t work for you, use any of the methods on our Give page to donate for this cause, and make sure you mention “Food Malawi 2025” in the memo so I can designate it properly.