From “Run” to Return

David Byron

The last rather turbulent four years, related to the rise of COVID-19 and growing international tensions, have changed the landscape for returnees in a variety of challenging ways.  Returnees today, as much if not more than ever, need to be supported in their transition back to China as followers of Christ. This is a task that is not accomplished without the trusting cooperation of those involved in serving returnees: churches (both overseas and back in China), ISM staff and organizations, and receiving partners on the ground in China. As these scattered entities seek to coordinate efforts to serve Christian returnees, much prayer is needed. Please join us in lifting up those involved in this ministry. We long to see returnees not just survive their transition home, but return well, engage with and get involved in the local church, and be ambassadors for Christ to their families, friends, colleagues, and the world. Praise God that some returnees are currently managing their transition well and making an impact.

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