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A vision for multiplication, which started in the US, expanded to Nepal via North India. Read on to hear of the life transformation of N., his village and many more in the mountains of Nepal. The Seeds of Multiplication From 2008-2014, Shepherding the Nations (STN) consistently hosted Bible training institutes in North India. During this time, the STN leadership from the US and India traveled thousands of miles to instruct faithful…
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Return for a Reason
Prayers answered: Ephesians 3:20 “Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us.” It is little over 1 ½ months since Flory and I left the US with many people praying for us. If it is not for a reason the return to India wouldn’t have been possible. We are so grateful for…
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Yesterday Today and Tomorrow
STN International’ vision remains the same Past nine years, our ‘yesterday’ were with labor of love displayed in our ministry of teaching and equipping the trainers. The Lord had protected us, in many of our international travels and kept us safe in several cities in India. Many doors were opened for the ministry. The supply for our needs were met as some donated their blood and platelets, some their air…
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Update – Eddie in Bolivia
Communication from Eddie during his research trip to Bolivia has been brief as the wifi has been spotty. Praise God – he is doing fine. He has been to Santa Cruz, Cochabamba, Tarija and this monday he arrived at his final city, La Paz, which is also his hometown. He has been able to meet and speak with a number of pastors in the cities he has been to and…
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Enfield in Concert – Fall Fundraiser 2015
Don’t miss this special event! Plan to join us and be blessed by the music of Enfield on Saturday October 17th. Enfield is best known for their leading worship at the Resolved conferences; you won’t want to miss this special time of praise and worshiping the Lord with the music by Enfield. Silent Auction In addition to the great music there will be many wonderful items made in India available…
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Shepherding The Nations is expanding!
We are overwhelmed by God’s grace and provision to grow the work of STN in India and Nepal and expand into other nations as well. He is answering all of our prayers for wisdom, key leaders, financial resources, and open doors to train more nationals to reach unreached areas of the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Growing in India Ryder and Flory Kumar will be moving to India…
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Prayer Requests – September 2015
[print_link] Praise for renters for the Kumar’s house in Panorama City. Final details for Kumar’s move on September 21st. Home to rent in Hyderabad in the right neighborhood and details of getting settled. Praise for the amazing provision God has provided for on-going work in India and new work in South America. $2000 of monthly support commitments remaining to be raised for Kumar’s. Wisdom for Eddie Bueno as he travels…
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Temporary move prior to permanent one!
Hebrews 11:9-10 “By faith he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a foreign land, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, fellow heirs of the same promise; for he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose architect and builder is God.” Several Moves At the age of 17 I moved from the city of Hyderabad in South India to North India. It was…
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Women’s Summer Saturday Seminar / August 8, 2015
Fundraisers are a wonderful way to create awareness and generate extra funds for ministries. This particular fundraiser geared for women and thought of by our own Susan Leinen was no exception. I was asked to gather some helpers and run with the idea. The Lord brought together an amazing team. What great ideas to offer breakfast, lunch, 4 inspiring seminars, and some needed time for chatting. We ladies love that…
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Kumar Move to India – Update
The Cross before us, there is no other agenda ahead of us. On behalf of His people, God has been making to fall everything at its right place in appropriate timing. We have now custodians to take care of our house as we plan to move out of this beautiful home by August 15. We request continued prayer for preparations to move. The target date is September 21st and seek His…
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May in India
Ryder and Flory are once more in India as ministry continues with our recent graduates and new contacts. This trip will include: A new door is opened in a new state called Gujarat (North West India) for Flory and Ryder to minister the Word. While Flory speaks to the women in the church Ryder will preach on May 24that a congregation of 200. There is potential here as the Pastor is a…
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Answered Prayer for Rehoboth
For over 10 years there has been a legal battle over the property where Reheboth church meets in Hyderabad, India. This little church, led by Pastor Ravi Kumar, has been a bright light in Hyderabad for many years. For a while it looked like they might have to find a different place to meet. But praise the Lord that the battle is over! The property, which contains a church and…
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Prayer Requests – May 2015
Pray for Ryder and Flory as they are in India traveling, speaking and ministering in the name of Jesus this month. Pray especially for difficult heat in Lucknow (120 degrees). Pray for good health and safe travel. Please pray as lot of discussions are taking place regarding Ryder’s move, driving license, adjustments to be made, etc. during the current trip to India. Praise God for His amazing provision of $700,000 through…
