Several Successes in Kara, Togo
MONTHLY REPORT – JANUARY 2026
Bear Valley Bible Institute – Kara, Togo
INTRODUCTION
We extend our warm Christian greetings and best wishes in Christ to all those who faithfully support the work of God across Africa, especially:
(1) Sponsors and mission partners,
(2) Local and international collaborators,
(3) teachers and evangelists serving diligently in the field.
May the Lord of the harvest renew you with strength, wisdom, and joy as you continue to contribute—through prayers, resources, and commitment—to the salvation of lost souls and the edification of the Body of Christ in the various contexts where this ministry is carried out.
We give thanks to God for His constant faithfulness and for the many blessings He has granted to the Bear Valley Bible Institute – Kara since the effective launch of its activities. During the past academic year, and particularly between late February and early March 2025, the Lord worked powerfully through the ministry of the students.
Twelve (12) souls were led to salvation and baptized, a visible testimony to the effectiveness of the training received and the work of students in the field all year.
The students demonstrated remarkable commitment, while the teachers provided consistent and dedicated spiritual and academic guidance. Although classrooms remain essential places for acquiring biblical knowledge, it is on the mission field and within local communities that these teachings bear tangible fruit.
Thus, the Institute faithfully continues its calling:
to train servants of God who combine solid biblical doctrine with practical missionary action, in accordance with its guiding verse, 2 Timothy 2:2.
I. STUDENT BODY AND ACADEMIC LIFE
The Institute currently has fifteen (15) regular students. Their discipline, attendance, and eagerness to learn are highly encouraging.
Beyond biblical knowledge, noticeable growth has been observed in:
(1) Spiritual maturity,
(2) Christian character,
(3) a strong sense of responsibility in service.
Students are regularly encouraged to translate what they learn into practical Christian living, both within the local church and in surrounding communities.
II. COURSES TAUGHT DURING THE TERM
Period: November 17, 2025 – February 15, 2026
1. Old Testament I – The Law – Cephas
2. Hermeneutics I – Fidèle
3. The New Testament Church II – Worship – Fidèle
4. Denominational Doctrines – Nicodème
5. Christian Evidences – Kpelevi
6. Life of Christ II – Gospel of Mark – Cephas
The instructors carry out their responsibilities with faithfulness and seriousness, ensuring that each student is:
(1) Individually guided,
(2) Corrected with wisdom,
(3) Encouraged to faithfully apply biblical truth.
III. EVANGELISM AND FIELD TRAINING ACTIVITIES
(January 2026)
1. Organization and Supervision
During the month of January 2026, the Institute intensified community evangelism efforts in areas where partner churches and surrounding communities are located.
(1) Students were deployed in teams,
(2) accompanied by experienced evangelists and instructors,
(3) with careful supervision aimed at:
a. Doctrinal accuracy,
b. Improvement of evangelistic methods,
c. Development of preaching and public proclamation skills.
2. Evangelism in the Kézidè Neighborhood-Village
Every Friday in January 2026, teachers and students continued regular evangelism activities in the neighborhood-village of Kézidè, which has been selected as the site for the annual Bible camp.
These outreach efforts included:
(1) personal Bible studies in several homes;
(2) distribution of tracts and biblical literature;
(3) prayer and encouragement for families facing difficulties;
(4) personal follow-up with individuals encountered, especially youth, through relational and sports activities (football games), creating openness to the gospel message.
These actions generated a growing interest in the Word of God.
Follow-up visits conducted in December also demonstrated lasting results, confirming the value of continuous discipleship.
3. Areas of Practical Training for Students
Field outreach provided students with training in:
(1) Personal evangelism (door-to-door, one-on-one conversations),
(2) Open-air preaching,
(3) Simple and contextualized Bible teaching,
(4) Basic apologetics,
(5) Spiritual discipline in ministry (prayer, humility, respect for local authorities).
4. Baptisms
The evangelistic efforts carried out in December 2025 and continued in January 2026 produced spiritual fruit.
Two (02) individuals obeyed the gospel and were baptized in January 2026.
Students were fully involved in:
(1) Pre-baptism Bible studies,
(2) Spiritual accompaniment,
(3) Post-baptism follow-up of new converts.
IV. SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND CHURCH INVOLVEMENT
In addition to academic coursework, students play an active role within local congregations. They :
(1) Lead prayers,
(2) Direct congregational singing,
(3) Preach in local assemblies,
(4) assist church leaders in various ministries.
This involvement promotes holistic training, integrating:
(1) Biblical knowledge,
(2) practical application,
(3) Leadership development,
(4) A servant’s heart.
V. RESTORATION PROGRAMS AND UPCOMING PROJECTS
1. Restoration of Assemblies in Bassar
(January – February 2026)
Excellent cooperation is underway with brethren in Bassar to restore spiritually weakened or inactive congregations through:
(1) Fraternal visits,
(2) Bible teaching,
(3) Encouragement of local leaders,
(4) Support for evangelistic efforts.
2. Mission Outlook – March and April 2026
The Institute plans :
(1) A three- to four-day evangelistic campaign in selected areas;
(2) Continued mobilization of local congregations to actively participate in outreach efforts scheduled for 2026.
A Bible campaign is specifically planned for March 19–22, 2026, in Kétao or Pagouda.
The mission objective remains unchanged:
(1) To train faithful men,
(2) To plant new congregations,
(3) To strengthen existing churches throughout Togo.
GENERAL CONCLUSION
The month of January 2026 confirms the vitality and relevance of the mission of the Bear Valley Bible Institute – Kara.
Baptisms, home Bible studies, regular field visits, and the active involvement of students testify to the real and lasting impact of this ministry.
We express our gratitude to God for His continual support and our deep appreciation to all who uphold this work through prayer, financial support, and faithful commitment.
Together, we continue the mission: to train and send faithful servants so that the gospel may spread throughout Togo, to the glory of God.
In Christ,
Cephas & Fidèle