Lebanon – Pakistan – Bangladesh – Nexus Project Briefing

Dear Friends of Nexus Mission,

This letter is in memory of Sister Olivia Luk, a key Nexus Mission coworker who recently passed peacefully from cancer. A quiet funeral was held for her on April 24th. She served faithfully and unpretentiously for many years, but her life was full of testimony. We are grateful for her life and pray that the Lord personally comforts her family.

Nexus Center, Lebanon

Lebanon has lived under the shadow of the war going on in Gaza and southern Lebanon for two years and six months. The conflict affects every citizen — airstrikes, casualties, and widespread anxiety are daily occurrences. In a single day, more than 182 people died, over 900 were injured, and others awaiting rescue remained trapped under the rubble.

In this grim reality, almost all schools were unable to operate normally. Many school buildings were forcibly converted into refugee shelters. But Nexus Center remained open, almost never interrupting classes or Sunday services. Children’s bodies, minds, and spirits remained safe here amidst the conflict as coworkers helped them receive comfort and healing all through this traumatic time.

Every photo you see is a true reflection of the children’s lives as they choose to smile, run, pray, and love one another, even in these fearful times. The Center has become a safe haven and a beacon of hope for many families.

One girl saved up her entire month’s allowance and used it to buy a gift for her teacher on Teacher’s Day. Her mother told us that we give children far more than just education – that here, they are seen, protected, appreciated, and loved.

Even amidst brokenness, joy is born; and even in the midst of armed conflict, we hold on to the Light.

Every smile is a seed of hope; every laugh is a victory. Thank you for your prayers and the true friendship that lets this light keep on shining!

Pakistan Nexus Project Brief

Thank you for your prayers and support! Recently in their missionary and pastoral work, Pastor Yaqoob and his wife visited three cities and several villages in Punjab Province, Pakistan. At each meeting, approximately 40-125 people heard God’s Word.

During this time, they distributed about 100 gospel tracts, 134 spiritual resource books, and audio Bibles which allow illiterate elderly to listen to the Bible in their mother tongue. Four members were baptized. A young drug addict made a decision to believe in the Lord. Pastor Yaqoob’s wife shared God’s Word with women and started an adult literacy class.

In addition, the Johnson Mercy Center, which had closed for a month due to the oil crisis, has reopened and completed its annual report card and book distribution. The Center’s children also visited a brick kiln construction site to learn about compassion and gratitude. Please continue to remember the health, families, and spiritual growth of our colleagues.

A Mission Team Member’s Perspective on the Missionary Work in Bangladesh

A brother from Guangzhou, China, shares:

This personal visit of mine to Bangladesh to see missionary work there gave me a real and profound understanding of what is truly going on. Walking the streets of Dhaka through slums and into the lives of the children, I realized that missionary work is not just an activity, but a family’s response of giving their entire lives to the Lord!

Alex and his wife have chosen to stay here many years, learning the language, integrating into the culture, and raising their children in difficult circumstances in order to serve other people’s children. They face not only the needs of their ministry, but also the pressures of daily life and the spiritual loneliness. Yet they remain steadfast.

At New Hope Home, I saw children being cared for, taught, and respected. In the slum school, despite limited resources, there was a strong sense of learning and hope. These changes in the children’s lives are not achievable in the short-term but are the results of long-term dedication by the missionaries.

This trip made me realize deeply that missionaries need more than just understanding; they need continuous support from home. We may not stay in Bangladesh permanently, but we can become their strength through prayer and giving as we participate together with them in the work God is doing.

This is not just a journey, but a calling. We hope that more brothers and sisters will join us in supporting this genuine and meaningful missionary service.

Sincerely,

A brother from Guangzhou

Conclusion | Footsteps of Service Across Adversity: Lebanon, Pakistan, and Bangladesh:

Recent global inflation has presented undeniable challenges.

For example, in Lebanon, Nexus Center has faced the prolonged instability, rising rents, closure of UN and government schools, and limited job opportunities. Meanwhile inflation exceeded 200% in 2023, reached about 45% in 2024, and then 15% in 2025. This has placed immense economic pressure on teachers and staff.

Even so, amidst the numerous severe conflicts over the past two years, by God’s grace and your faithful partnership, our schools have never closed. The children continue to be protected, taught, and loved— this in itself is a powerful testimony to the Gospel.

Please earnestly pray for us, that our ministry in various places may continue to operate, that education may not be interrupted, that care may not be absent, and that the Gospel may continue to be proclaimed. Let us witness together how God keeps the Light of hope aflame in the midst of darkness.

Sincerely in Christ,
Candy and the Nexus Team

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