Last week, in Mongolia, 75 teachers from five schools attended an International School Project conference. They learned how to talk to their students about developing morals and values to help them make better decisions.

Teachers gathered in small groups after each keynote talk to discuss what they’d heard. A facilitator, a Mongolian teacher who’d attended a previous ISP event, led the conversations.

Twice during the conference, small group facilitators shared their testimonies, explaining how they came to follow Jesus. Some were nervous as they shared, but most of the group members responded positively and asked lots of questions. 

However, one older woman angrily objected. She said to the others, “They are trying to force us into their faith!” Before the facilitator could respond, two younger teachers said that because the speakers had taught so many helpful principles, they wanted to hear whatever the facilitators had to say. 

One of my favorite parts of my new job is collecting reports like this one. Thanks for praying for my transition to this new work. 

After the conference, teachers split into communities based on where they live. They’ll meet for prayer, Bible study and professional development during the coming year. 

Over the next few weeks, please pray: 

• for teachers who attended the conference in Mongolia to join communities where they can both find and offer encouragement  in their faith, and 
• for Mark and me as we travel to visit Mark’s dad, Ross, and visit friends in Omaha.    

We wish you a very happy Thanksgiving later this month. We’re so thankful for your faithful prayers and generous gifts. We’re grateful for your friendship.

— Anne Marie, for the Winz family