Gospel Fellowship Association Missions

06/24/2026

Ruth Potter is grateful for her safe return trip to her ministry in the Philippines on June 11.

She asks prayer for a 13 year old girl Pauline, who lives in the neighborhood of her church who she shared the gospel with recently. Will you pray for fruitful follow up?

Ruth is also planning the special music at her church’s 40th anniversary and desires God’s help in making the occasion glorify God. Will you pray for their church preparation as they face challenges with a current chicken pox epidemic?

"Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints." Ephesians 6:18

06/22/2026

“Don’t lose your walk with God while doing the work of God.”

Ministry is a privilege, and God’s Word is sufficient, but pastors’ wives are not immune to the temptation to fear people in ministry.

In this episode of RE:CHURCH, Marshall Fant discusses with his wife, Gretchen, three Scripture passages that have been anchors for her as she has faced her fears and the hardships of ministry.

The Fants have been married since 1981 and spent their initial years in pastoral ministry as supported missionaries replanting a church in Rock Hill, SC. They currently serve in their local church and at GFA.

Watch this podcast on YouTube or listen to it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or gfamissions.org/rechurch.

06/19/2026

Do you ever struggle to trust God with your circumstances?

As a missionary in Korea Doug Threlfall wrestled with trusting. This week on the blog he shares how the Lord carried his family through many difficult circumstances on the field and grew their trust in Him.

Don't miss Doug's blog post, "The Lord’s Faithfulness Nurturing Our Faithfulness," on Commissioned!

As our aircraft pushed back from its gate, I felt a lump in my throat. Another furlough had ended. Goodbyes never became easier. This time we were going

06/19/2026

Do you have a laser- like focus on doing the Lord's will?

"And He said to them, “Why did you seek Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?” Luke 2:49

"Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service” (Romans 12:1).

06/17/2026

Tim and Marge Garren are asking God to transform lives of adults, teens, and children during this year’s retreats, Maritime G.A.M.E.S., and outreach at Forest Glen Bible Camp in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Will you please pray for growing relationships with those who attended the after-school VBS at Lockeport Independent Baptist Church from June 9 to 12?

"Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you." 2 Thess. 3:1

06/15/2026

Medical missions is a tangible way to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus Christ to people who have great physical needs and to introduce them to the Good News that Jesus saves!

Because the greatest need of people is spiritual, GFA's medical missions program focuses on evangelism.

Are you a Christian physician, nurse, dentist, dental hygienist, or other medical professional who wants to carry out the Great Commission?

Let us know of your interest in medical missions.

06/12/2026

While the responsibilities of parents don’t change because of being in ministry, prioritizing the demands of ministry above family and fearing man may be greater temptations.

How do you shepherd your children’s hearts towards the Lord, deal with criticism, and involve your children in ministry?

In this episode of RE:CHURCH, Marshall and Gretchen Fant share practical advice on this topic.

Speaking of the importance of cultivating a relationship with your children, Marshall Fant says, “Children will walk away from a home that is full of rules, but they typically will not walk away from a good relationship with their parents.”

The Fants have been married since 1981 and currently serve in their local church and at GFA.

Watch this podcast on YouTube or listen to it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or gfamissions.org/rechurch.

06/12/2026

“Well, then you get an F.” That’s what my P.E. teacher said to me when I declared to him that I could not do the fourth lap around the track to complete the required mile." - Jon Crocker

Do you want to run with endurance? Are you in danger of growing weary and losing heart? Then today's blog post, "Enduring Through the One Who Endured," will be a great encouragement to you!

“Well, then you get an F.” That’s what my P.E. teacher said to me when I declared to him that I could not do the fourth lap around the

06/12/2026

What does the tragic death of a one-year-old in the state of Oregon in the 1960s have to do with a thriving church in a fishing village on the coast of Scotland in 2026?

Learn how these events are connected in this week’s episode of Pocketing God’s Promises.

Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, YouTube, or gfamissions.org/pocketing.



Source: Steve Bender, GFA missionary to Scotland, and A Grandmother's Prayer

06/10/2026

Kevin and Carol Matthia lead the ministry at Camp Impact in Germany, and they are rejoicing in the many opportunities for spiritual conversations with unsaved young people at the winter camps.

Will you pray for the Matthias about these upcoming responsibilities:
*wisdom and safety in the renovation of a dormitory building
*preparation for the summer camp season
*planning for several new camp ministries this year
*the organization of a monthly nursing home ministry
*counseling and hospitality ministries.

"Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you." 2 Thess. 3:1