{"id":39952,"date":"2024-08-01T13:50:47","date_gmt":"2024-08-01T12:50:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ifesworld.org\/?page_id=39952"},"modified":"2025-08-06T10:35:29","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T09:35:29","slug":"annual-report-2023-24","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ifesworld.org\/en\/annual-report-2023-24\/","title":{"rendered":"RESILIENT WITNESSES"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dear friends,<\/strong>
It was thrilling to be in that packed room, joining together in worship with hundreds of students and staff from over 160 countries. IFES World Assembly 2023 was truly uplifting. But time and again what I find even more inspiring are my individual encounters. I chatted with remarkable students who were facing adversity with unwavering faith. Despite detainment, questioning, and even kidnapping, their reliance on God shines brightly. It\u2019s these students \u2013 and the many thousands like them around the world \u2013 that you\u2019re supporting as you partner with IFES. I hope you\u2019re encouraged to read how movements from Africa and Europe partnered to share the gospel with hundreds of students, how students in Eurasia had their ideas of friendship and leadership shaped by the Word, how staff and students in Latin America re-pioneered campus ministry after the pandemic.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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And through the initiatives mentioned and numbers reported, I invite you to see the individual students who God has fearfully and wonderfully made. Let\u2019s give thanks to the One who wrote in his book all the days ordained for them and us. For he is the one who nourishes each and every heart with living water so that we can thrive together in our walk with Jesus.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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PURSUING OUR VISION<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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GROWTH IN THRIVING TOGETHER<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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In IFES \u2013 as students, staff, and supporters \u2013 we hold a shared vision: students thriving together in Jesus.<\/strong> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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As communities of disciples, they\u2019re being transformed by the gospel. They\u2019re impacting the university, the church, and society for the glory of Christ. Locally, nationally, and globally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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To realise this vision, we connect and nurture locally led student movements in over 180 countries and territories. We remain committed to seeing a faithful student witness established in every university in the world so that every student hears about Jesus.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Since 2022, four Thriving Together<\/strong><\/em> priorities have been guiding and shaping ministry across the fellowship. It\u2019s been heartening this year to see progress in all four areas \u2013 thriving in witness, thriving in whole-life commitment, thriving on new ground, and thriving into the future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Whether through grassroots ministry, faithful prayer, or generous donations, we\u2019re deeply thankful for all who participated in what God\u2019s done through IFES. Read on for testimonies of a global fellowship that\u2019s thriving together.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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THRIVING<\/strong> IN WITNESS<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Exploring life, asking questions, and seeking truths \u2013 university students are at a formative period in their lives. <\/strong>It\u2019s vital they hear the good news of Jesus<\/strong> and see his relevance to their lives. This year, outreach programs and training events have continued to encourage and equip students to share their faith.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. <\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>ACTS 1:8<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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HUNDREDS RESPOND TO THE GOSPEL IN GHANA<\/strong>
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Fellowship between the IFES movements in Ghana (GHAFES) and Germany (SMD) resulted in a week-long mission at the University of Ghana (March 2023) being run, along with other ministry partners.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Through drama, door-to-door visits around halls of residence, lunchtime topical talks, personal testimonies, and evening Bible talks, it was estimated that over 67,000 people<\/strong> (students and non-students) heard the gospel, with around 1,250<\/strong> of those making a first-time commitment or rededication to Christ.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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YOUNG EVANGELISTS FIRED UP IN EUROPE<\/strong>
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The Fellowship of Evangelists in the Universities of Europe (FEUER), a ministry of IFES Europe, gathered in Spain (November 2023). <\/strong>The 225 delegates from 45 countries explored how dialogue and art can be used alongside proclamation, considered how the gospel speaks into issues like AI and sexuality, and shared experiences and best practice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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GBU Spain reported on the growing success of mission weeks and how they were utilizing opportunities to reach thousands of students online though social media and online debates. The sharing of experiences also encouraged smaller groups.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Hannah met Eric whilst<\/em> he was washing his clothes outside his dorm. He stopped to listen to the good news and gave his life to Jesus Christ.<\/em> He\u2019s now decided to join one of the churches on campus.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Bright (staff, GHAFES Ghana)<\/em><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n

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This is going to impact my IFES group \u2013 we\u2019re now thinking about organising evangelism days this year. We heard how other small groups with few resources have been able to do it \u2013 and seen fruit.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Ana (student, GBU Spain)<\/em><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n

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WITNESS STRENGTHENED IN HOSTILE CONTEXTS
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Christian witness can be challenging in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Many believers face isolation, discrimination, and persecution. To strengthen links amongst churches and lay the groundwork for launching university ministry in the area, IFES arranged a gathering in the Persian Gulf (October 2023).<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Over five days, 65 church leaders, graduates, and students from four countries were united to consider how the themes of justice, love, and grace in the teachings of Jesus<\/strong> can be lived out in their contexts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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When I heard this was<\/em> an IFES conference, I knew it would be good \u2013 high quality and a chance to meet people from other churches and build community.<\/em> <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>MENA Delegate<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The gospel is good news for every aspect of life and all spheres of society. This year, we\u2019ve continued to facilitate the growth of students, graduates, and staff as fully committed followers of Christ<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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They have been helped to live an integrated faith, leading and serving well in their communities, and boldly facing the challenges of their contexts \u2013 in the university and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>PHILIPPIANS 1:27<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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A training conference for student leaders (Formaci\u00f3n<\/em>) brought together over 140 student leaders from countries across the Eurasia region (July 2023). <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The program, called \u2018Faithful to the End\u2019<\/strong>, provided a space for students from many different and difficult contexts to be strengthened by biblical teaching, equipped by practical seminars, and encouraged by worshipping and sharing experiences with each other.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Thank you for investing in young people and spiritual growth. This conference has changed my ideas of serving and investing in others \u2013 what it means to serve with all love. I\u2019ve learned how to be a leader, how to build a strong team.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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FAITH CONTEXTUALISED IN EAST ASIA<\/strong><\/h2>
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Through the first half of 2023, IFES East Asia\u2019s Thinking Theologically Group <\/em>\u2013 in conjunction with Engaging the University Global Resource Ministry \u2013 ran a series of webinars called Faith and Culture<\/em>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Yuya Shimada from KGK Japan considered What are the beauty and ugliness of manga and anime? How can we find Christ in them? <\/em>Then, Jonathan Chan, a poet and writer based in Singapore, explored Faith and Art<\/em>, looking at how Christian artists can navigate that dual identity. Finally, Culture, Globalization & Love of Country <\/em>was led by Melba Maggay, President of Micah Global (a network helping churches support the UN Sustainable Development Goals).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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I was impressed with how clearly the drawings expressed the students\u2019 understanding of the text, but also how diverse and rich the applications were.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>Jean-Davy Frair (staff, CARIFES Guadeloupe)<\/mark><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n

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We\u2019re delighted that IFES now includes 164 affiliated national movements<\/strong>. But there are still countries, territories, subregions, and a multitude of campuses, without a student witness, where Christian students are isolated and non-Christian students are unreached. This year, with support from IFES and national movement staff, students and volunteers have planted and nurtured new groups and movements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Don\u2019t you have a saying, \u2018It\u2019s still four months until harvest\u2019? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest. <\/em><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>JOHN 4:35<\/em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n

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As part of CECE Ecuador\u2019s pioneering efforts across eight cities, staff met with five interested students in Portoviejo to discuss launching a group. Inspired by the meeting and the vision for student ministry, these five then invited more than 20 students <\/strong>to attend workshops on Bible study and outreach.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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During 2023, we had the joy of seeing how the resources entrusted to us can equip the fellowship at all levels \u2013 local, national, regional, and global.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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WONDERFUL WORKS AND WITNESSES \u2026 your works are wonderful, I know that full well.\u201d PSALM 139:14 Dear friends,It was thrilling to be in that packed room, joining together in worship with hundreds of students and staff from over 160 countries. IFES World Assembly 2023 was truly uplifting. 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