Spring Missions Sunday at Phoenix First on April 12th

Phoenix First Church of the Nazarene Donates $2,600! to the ARM School Classrooms Bathroom Construction

"African Relief Ministries and it's leadership are working faithfully to bring dignity and worth to the displaced of South Sudan. Their vision of care for the orphans and widows in Gambela, Ethiopia is a significant undertaking that is making a world of difference. Because of the generosity of God's church around the world, hope is restored for children orphaned by war. 
 
The passion and effort of Rev. Michael Gatkek to see this work accomplished is unparalleled. To see the smiles on the faces of those benefitting from not only having a home, but being able to attend class with desks and iPads is liberating. The beneficiaries of this work will have a hope and a future because of the work of ARM all for the glory of God," says Pastor Josh Jorgensen, Phoenix First Church of the Nazarene.

It was a great time sharing the missions update of A.R.M. with our Christian brothers and sisters at Phoenix First Church of the Nazarene this month on what’s to come next in Gambella. There was much joy during the presentation and I was excited to have my dear brother, George Matty and his wife Stephanie there with us this past Sunday as well.

For the last five years, this church has remained faithful to the mission of supporting A.R.M. orphans and widows of South Sudan. Helping come alongside us in this awesome endeavor with now more than 1,650 orphans and 20 classrooms is a commitment Pastor Josh is faithful to and has never changed over the years. His humbleness and love toward others helped bring these fundraising efforts and the next steps in building the latrines further along. The participation of the whole body of Christ and our Donors like you are what produces results during this crucial time of fundraising for the latest goals of the A.R.M. classrooms. Watch our service, here.

Our dear friends at Phoenix First raised a generous $2,600, of the nearly $10K goal to help our Africa team complete the bathrooms and latrines project. We did not expect this great outcome and outpouring of support! Praise the Lord! 

On behalf of the A.R.M board, we would like to thank the whole team at the church for the love they have shown the orphans and widows of South Sudan and Ethiopia during this time. 

Sincerely,

Rev. Michael Gatkek & the Board of Directors,

African Relief Ministries

www.africanreliefministries.com

817-492-6859

We ask you to prayerfully consider helping us. Most of these children do not have the tools or resources to become independent

by themselves and rely on A.R.M. ministry partners to make it happen. Every donation makes it possible for them! Will you help?

Donate today by clicking this link

(PHOTO INSET Pastors Josh Jorgensen & Michael Gatkek,

ARM Board members George & Stephanie Matty Pastors David & Vivi with

daughters on Missions Sunday, First Church of the Nazarene in Phoenix, AZ 4/12/2026)