Friends and family,

As part of my role as a mobilization coach, I have been a part of a Goer Missional Community (GMC) at The Village Church that focuses on loving God, loving neighbors, and loving the nations. We have learned and practiced tools for sharing the Gospel in everyday life and spent hours praying together for God to move among our neighborhoods and the nations. The goal is to be equipped to take the Gospel to people in the world who have no access (the unreached).

As a part of this group, I have the opportunity to take a vision trip to the Middle East from February 22nd - March 2nd. This location was chosen for several reasons: First, The Village Church has a vision to work among Muslims in the Middle East. There is a training hub where long-term workers are trained in language and culture for two years before they are sent out to the surrounding regions to carry the Good News to the unreached. Second, we will be able to explore the region for long-term options. There are three long- term teams in the area that we will have an opportunity to meet and learn from. Third, we will be able to see what life looks like on the field as we come alongside workers who are currently there. Fourth, we will have the chance to engage refugees, loving and encouraging others with the hope of Jesus. We are hopeful that the Lord will bring clarity and direction regarding next steps to take in bringing the Gospel to the unreached!

The trip to the Middle East will cost $1,800 per person and I humbly ask that you prayerfully consider helping me reach this goal. Our funds are due in total on February 22nd. If you desire to support me financially (100% tax deductible), follow the link provided: https://www.purecharity.com/rebekah-yatess-fundraiser-for-middle-east-2019-a

Here are a few ways you can partner with me in prayer:

• Pray for our team and for the hearts of every individual we encounter

• Pray we are a blessing to the long-term teams

• Pray that the Lord would give us wisdom regarding next steps

We believe the Lord has mighty plans for our time in the Middle East, and we want you to be a part of it!

Thank you for partnering with me. I’m excited for all that the Lord might have in store in the coming months! If you’re interested in learning more about this trip, I would love to chat with you and can be reached at 214-862-8785.

Blessings,

Rebekah Yates