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Tuesday 25 November
Victor and I had morning tea with the ladies at our free sewing training for impoverished women and widows
June 2025 to April 2026 in Padmanabham Church, India Love in action
June 2025 to April 2026 in Padmanabham Church, India Love in action
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We spent a special day visiting and teaching at the Bible College in Potnuru Village. It was a wonderful time connecting with the students, getting to know them better, and sharing together in learning and fellowship. There was a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the day, with meaningful conversations and encouragement exchanged. We also enjoyed sitting down to share lunch together, which allowed for deeper connection and friendship. The students were full of joy and anticipation, with much excitement in the air as they looked forward to the graduation taking place on Thursday. It was a truly uplifting and memorable visit.
Victor and I visited Pastor Abraham’s church at 4:30 pm to see the newly completed building. It was a joy to meet with Pastor Abraham and several members of the congregation and to witness firsthand what God has done.
The church was officially opened on 10 September 2025, marking a wonderful milestone for the believers in the community.
The church was officially opened on 10 September 2025, marking a wonderful milestone for the believers in the community.
We enjoyed a very special evening sharing dinner with our children from Esther House and the Boys’ Leadership Home, together with Pastor John Victor, Kumari, and their grandchildren. It was a joyful time of fellowship, laughter, and connection, as everyone gathered around the table like one big family. Moments like these remind us how important it is to simply be present together, building relationships and creating lasting memories for our children.
Across Esther Girls Home and the Boys’ Leadership Home, we are currently caring for a total of 14 precious children. Each one is deeply loved and supported as they grow, learn, and discover their God-given potential. Evenings like this dinner are a beautiful reminder of the community and family atmosphere we are building together, grounded in love, care, and hope for their future.
Across Esther Girls Home and the Boys’ Leadership Home, we are currently caring for a total of 14 precious children. Each one is deeply loved and supported as they grow, learn, and discover their God-given potential. Evenings like this dinner are a beautiful reminder of the community and family atmosphere we are building together, grounded in love, care, and hope for their future.
Wednesday, 26 November – Pastors’ Meeting at CCCM Campus, Majjivalasa Village
On Wednesday, 26 November, we gathered at the CCCM Campus in Majjivalasa Village for a special Pastors’ Meeting. It was a meaningful and encouraging time of fellowship, unity, and spiritual refreshing for all who attended. We were truly blessed to receive a powerful, Spirit-filled message from our guest speaker, Victor Abela. His teaching brought encouragement, challenge, and inspiration, strengthening the pastors in their calling and reminding us all of God’s faithfulness and purpose for this season. The presence of the Holy Spirit was clearly felt throughout the meeting. Following the message, we shared a time of fellowship over lunch together. This was a wonderful opportunity to connect, build relationships, and enjoy conversation in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. It was a refreshing and uplifting day that left everyone encouraged and strengthened as we continue to serve the Lord.
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Thursday, 27 November – Thanksgiving Prayers and Graduation at Bible College
It was a wonderful day of celebration at the Bible College! Eight pastors were officially ordained, and ten pastors successfully completed their first-year training, marking a joyful milestone in their ministry journey.
It was a wonderful day of celebration at the Bible College! Eight pastors were officially ordained, and ten pastors successfully completed their first-year training, marking a joyful milestone in their ministry journey.
Thursday 27 November Gospel Crusade 2nd Night
Featuring a powerful message from Speaker Victor Abela
And a beautiful presentation from our children singing with Kumari on stage.
Featuring a powerful message from Speaker Victor Abela
And a beautiful presentation from our children singing with Kumari on stage.
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Friday 28 November
Saturday 29 November 2025.
Honey, Pastor John Victor’s 20-year-old granddaughter, was beautifully baptised in the river early on Saturday morning—a joyful moment for the entire family and church community.We then spent the day in Gandavaram Village, where a wonderful ladies’ meeting was held.
During our visit, 30 warm blankets were distributed to impoverished families, bringing comfort and hope in Jesus’ name.
Honey, Pastor John Victor’s 20-year-old granddaughter, was beautifully baptised in the river early on Saturday morning—a joyful moment for the entire family and church community.We then spent the day in Gandavaram Village, where a wonderful ladies’ meeting was held.
During our visit, 30 warm blankets were distributed to impoverished families, bringing comfort and hope in Jesus’ name.
Womens Meeting giving of Blankets and opening of Bore well was changed to Saturday 29 November
We then spent the day in Gandavaram Village, where a wonderful ladies’ meeting was held. During our visit,
We then spent the day in Gandavaram Village, where a wonderful ladies’ meeting was held. During our visit,
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Bore Well Miracle! 💧 11 November 2025, we successfully drilled a new bore well at Gandavaram Village, reaching a depth of 80 feet.
In an area where many bore wells have failed, God’s grace was powerfully evident—the well we drilled through our ministry struck strong, abundant, fresh water with absolutely no issues! for a village of 2000 impoverished people
The villagers were overjoyed, giving thanks and praising God for this wonderful miracle. This new well will now bless the entire village, surrounding families, and the church community for years to come.
The bore well was officially opened on Saturday, 29 November by Victor and Annie Abela, followed by joyful celebrations and a community lunch.
During the opening we also:
In an area where many bore wells have failed, God’s grace was powerfully evident—the well we drilled through our ministry struck strong, abundant, fresh water with absolutely no issues! for a village of 2000 impoverished people
The villagers were overjoyed, giving thanks and praising God for this wonderful miracle. This new well will now bless the entire village, surrounding families, and the church community for years to come.
The bore well was officially opened on Saturday, 29 November by Victor and Annie Abela, followed by joyful celebrations and a community lunch.
During the opening we also:
- Distributed 30 warm blankets
- Gave 10 Bibles
- And yes--we tasted the water ourselves… it was fresh, clean, and sweet! 💧✨
We also visited Gollalapalem Village where a well had been opened on 7 March 2025
for a impoverished tribal people
for a impoverished tribal people
In the evening, we were blessed to take Pastor John Victor and his family out for dinner to thank them for their faithful service. Victor and Victor and I then prepared to fly to Singapore later that night at 11pm.
What a wonderful and fulfilling final day of our trip!
It was full of activity into those last hours before your late-night flight.
The women's meeting with the giving of blankets and the bore well opening must have been particularly special events.
Access to clean water through a bore well can be truly life-changing for a community, I tasted the water it was fresh and sweet
the blanket distribution shows such practical care and compassion.
I love how we can move between different groups T
he women's gathering, the business meeting with Pastor John Victor, quality time with the children, and then honoring the pastor and family
with a dinner before our departure.
Flying out at 11pm and arriving back in Singapore around 6am on the 30th.
Despite the exhaustion that comes with such a week and full schedule, the joy clearly made it all worthwhile.
Meeting old friends new pastors and people and to see our children growing well and happy
Thank you
Pastor John Victor and Kumari
for all your work putting together the week for us
It was full of activity into those last hours before your late-night flight.
The women's meeting with the giving of blankets and the bore well opening must have been particularly special events.
Access to clean water through a bore well can be truly life-changing for a community, I tasted the water it was fresh and sweet
the blanket distribution shows such practical care and compassion.
I love how we can move between different groups T
he women's gathering, the business meeting with Pastor John Victor, quality time with the children, and then honoring the pastor and family
with a dinner before our departure.
Flying out at 11pm and arriving back in Singapore around 6am on the 30th.
Despite the exhaustion that comes with such a week and full schedule, the joy clearly made it all worthwhile.
Meeting old friends new pastors and people and to see our children growing well and happy
Thank you
Pastor John Victor and Kumari
for all your work putting together the week for us