What's been happening around the world in the TOLI family? LOTS.
EGYPT // A new chapter of hope
> Over 2,200 active clients and counting in Egypt’s growing program. Exciting developments are happening in Egypt! This past year, the TOLI program welcomed a new leadership team that has expanded and deepened the program's impact. These leaders are driving growth at every level, fundraising locally, praying over the ministry, and overseeing rapid growth. Today, the program has 16 sites, 35 Field Staff, and a thriving community of over 2,000 active clients (There have been over 5,500 clients in total!).
But the growth isn’t just in numbers. With the addition of TOLI’s new Chaplain, Khaled Ghobrial, the leadership team is pouring into the spiritual development of both TOLI Social Workers and clients. Social Workers are discovering God’s purpose for their lives, finding forgiveness, and experiencing inner healing with the Lord, while clients are learning about God’s love for them and their ability to flourish, even in the midst of hardships and poverty.
> Spiritual growth at the heart of the mission. Just last week, during a spiritual gathering, the Egypt team shared the Gospel with over 1,800 TOLI clients and their families — a powerful moment of hope and reconciliation.
> How you can pray. Please pray for our Field Staff (31 and counting), the leadership team Mona el Serafy (Egypt Area Director), Nader Nabil (Lower Egypt Manager), Ehab Sobhy (Upper Egypt Manager), Hany William (Financial Manager), and our Strategic Partner, Heliopolis Evangelical Church. Pray also for clients' courage and resilience as they restart business projects after setbacks.
ETHIOPIA // Peace in a season of uncertainty
> 480 clients finding hope amid economic crisis. Although inflation is at an all time high in Ethiopia, TOLI's program and clients continue to thrive. Against all odds, clients are growing their businesses and finding new opportunities. Our Partner, Life Center Ethiopia, is playing an integral role in transforming the lives of widows through the region.
There are now four active sites — three located in the busy city of Addis Ababa and one in Meki, an agricultural town two hours to the south. Meki, in particular, is incredible with a 100% loan repayment rate since opening a year and a half ago. Across all sites, people are coming to know the Lord, and lives are being changed through the Gospel and microloans.
> How you can pray. Please join us in praying for peace during this challenging season. Pray against the impacts of inflation and for our clients as they adapt to the challenges. Lift up the six TOLI Social Workers, Hailu Getachew (Program Associate), and our Partner Ministry, Life Center Ethiopia, as they navigate these uncertain times and serve faithfully.
KENYA // A growing family
> Nearly 1,900 clients and counting. The TOLI program in Kenya is experiencing remarkable growth, nearly doubling its number of clients since last September. With 1,878 clients currently in the program, the Kenyan team is dreaming big — setting their sights on reaching the entire country with TOLI’s mission. Working through savings groups, this team creates communities of TOLI clients who learn together, save together, and increase their incomes side-by-side.
> How you can pray. Please keep the Kenyan team in your prayers. Pray for the twelve TOLI Social Workers, Bonface Muriuki (Regional Coordinator), Peter Kingecha (Financial Administrator), and our Partner Ministry, Kenya Connection Kids, as they serve TOLI clients, care for vulnerable children, and equip young men and women through a technical school.
Thank you for your impact growing these numbers!
Life Center Ethiopia Fundraising Gala // October 17th
TOLI's Partner Ministry is hosting a Gala in the Denver area. Buy your ticket here to hear the incredible story of Life Center and their kingdom impact in Ethiopia.