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Methodist training center ( 15 pastors ).
Our 75 trainees planted 75 churches , which have now multiplied into 148 new GMC churches . As of this writing , OMS ’ VCP ministry has already helped establish over 200 new churches , including GMC , Anglican , and Free Methodist congregations . Additionally , all training center participants completed 90 days of prayer and fasting in late 2024 .
Trainers and church planters in the 10 training centers of Katanga Province will soon begin year three . Successful operations of these centers depend upon the generous contributions of OMS supporters who share this vision for church planting . During years three and four , emphasis is placed upon seeing second- , third- , and even fourth-generation churches planted , as multiplication is part of the DNA of
VCP . By the time of graduation at the end of the 4-year program , we anticipate more than 200 GMC churches will be planted .
Alabama Emerald Coast GMC and Crosspoint GMC are thankful to God for OMS ’ fruitful ministry , transforming lives for Jesus and his kingdom ! If you feel called to support the VCP Training Centers (# 408414 ), you can send a check to OMS or give online at www . onemissionsociety . org / vcp-training-center-support .
photo , page 14-15 : The number of Global Methodist Churches in the Democratic
Republic of Congo continues to grow . This is one congregation .
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