The 36th Class

Lech L’cha have just finished another three month residential Discipleship Programme. It was the 36th, and this programme was unique as all the students were female. This was largely due to the young men being called up for reserve duties (national service) as a result of the ongoing war in Israel. This also affected a large number of Lech L’cha’s staff as well but nevertheless, the female participants, many of whom had experienced mandatory extensions of their military national service themselves, did sign up for the discipleship programme in order to focus on their identity and purpose in God’s spiritual army.

“Thanks to our amazing team this year, we were able to navigate the hardship of holding a program during war time,” shared Shmuel, Lech L’cha director. “Our teachers and schedule always had to be flexible, and we had to cancel some planned days in the North as we opted for some safer locations. There were more than a few disruptions to class and schedules as we took cover in the shelters under missile attack at all times of the day, and even one whole night under the attack from Iran.

“With God’s mercy and grace, these youngsters were able to concentrate on God’s Word, build up their prayer life, and ask God for His guidance and direction on their next steps. There was an amazing atmosphere of fellowship and union between the participants as well as the team and staff. We are thankful for these young women - for what God is doing in their lives, and continue to pray for them long after they leave the program.

“We desire for God to continue to direct our steps as we move forward with our plans for ministry to the young people. As always, we trust Him for the finances, and thank you, our donors and partners for your part in the discipleship of these young lives. During our two programs in 2024 we were able to sow into the lives of 26 young people. Also we had over 100 young adults attend the weekend conference for a much needed time of fellowship with each other and refreshing from the Lord. We had planned a young adult’s Gospel Trail Hike, in the footsteps of Jesus in the Fall of 2024, but that had to be postponed due to the war. We do thank God for His timing and direction, and pray for more peaceful times to come soon. We thank you for standing with us during such hard times, for supporting LechL’cha with your prayers & with your donations. We could not fulfil this call if not for your support!”

Pray for the past Lech L’cha students, for their walk with the Lord, their service to Him, their discipleship and growth in making disciples themselves.

Pray also for the staff and trainees: For health and strength for the work they are called to do.

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