Author: Brenda Smith

WAAST Prayer Guide – January 2, 2022

CHALLENGES FACING WAAST We praise God that the 2021 academic year, though challenging, was successful beyond expectation. WAAST graduated its largest class in its 50-year history, as many students who could not complete the program in 2020 were able to finish. This year, though some pandemic-related constraints continue, we...

WAAST Prayer Guide – December 26, 2021

WORKERS IN MEDIA & TRANSLATION In Africa, as around the world, COVID-19 restrictions brought about a surge of interest in and application of social media platforms to broadcast services to church members and others. While some WAAST students and alumni already work with media, including radio, TV and online...

WAAST Prayer Guide – December 19, 2021

WORKERS IN COMPASSION MINISTRIES Beginning in Acts 2, we see Spirit-filled disciples sharing with those in need, healing in Jesus’ name, caring for widows, etc. Showing compassion flows naturally from serving our Lord. Many WAAST students and graduates are involved in compassion ministries, some as their primary ministry, and...

WAAST Prayer Guide – December 12, 2021

WORKERS AMONG MUSLIMS Many WAAST students and alumni minister in Muslim areas—some because this is where the Lord has placed them, others because Muslims are moving into their areas as Islam spreads throughout West and Central Africa. Some were once Muslims themselves and seek to bring others out of...