The United Lutheran Church in South Africa (ULCSA) was founded in 1997 with one congregation in Randfontein, a suburb of Johannesburg. By the following year, the number of congregations had grown to three. Today the ULCSA is comprised of 26 congregations spread over the Guateng and Northwest provinces. Most of these congregations are small, with up to 30 active members each. These congregations are served by 11 ordained pastors along with 4 pastor candidates, 7 evangelists (trainees in church service), deacons and deaconesses, and Sunday school teachers.
Much work is still needed in South Africa. Many congregations do not have pastors. Sunday schools are struggling to find qualified teachers and materials. Outreach into the communities is vital, especially outreach to the youth. Many of the youth in South Africa are dragged down by addictions, lack or work, and poor education. God is working, however, and we humbly ask for your prayers for the United Lutheran Church of South Africa!
Do you feel called to go to South Africa? If so, we'd love to have you join us. There is a trip going to South Africa in October or November of 2011. We will be holding pastors' training as well as working extensively with the Sunday School teachers, Sunday School children, youth, and public schools. We are praying for both singles and couples to come along. For more information about South Africa, check out the South Africa tab or the informational video both found on our website. To apply for the trip or for more information about the trip, contact the Foreign Mission Administrator, John Ruotsala at foreignmission@comcast.net.
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