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"For to us, a child is born, to us, a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6
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Dear friends and partners,
We rejoice at the end of another year with the Lord’s presence “Emanuel” God is with us. We have experienced his presence, provision, and kindness through you, and together, we celebrate his goodness. What a blessed memory to celebrate Christmas, Christ is born, and our message is still the same! He wants to be born in the hearts of people and bring peace to those in whom he dwells.
Merry Christmas, dear friends
Nabeeh and Ruba Abbassi
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Our Second Annual Youth Conference
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Our second meeting is renewed this year to shed light on the elite class of Jordan's youth, the future leaders, and the knights of change. This year's conference, titled Eureka, focused on Epistemology and investigating the truths from its source, not sticking to positions or adopting views of unknown origin or promoter.
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Fifty-four young males and females 19- to 30-year-olds came from several cities in Jordan to attend this one of a kind program. We believe the youth had a pleasant time at the conference where they shared experiences and undergone personal growth to serve our beloved homeland Jordan.
Our social role in ACCTS is to push forward development despite the economic, social, and political challenges facing Jordan today. We had the honor to have key figures attend from the government of Jordan besides representatives from the Embassies of America and the Netherlands.
We seek to set a good example through our genuine citizenship, aiming at building society and promoting national unity. We educated the youth about their calling and roles, and some took decisions for influence.
"I want to be faithful in my work and contribute to my society by creating an example of a servant believer who works in balance and has influence."
"I want to work on myself until I reach a place that qualifies me to train people and individuals to serve the community and the nation by applying knowledge in my practical life."
"I want to give more time to my family and show them the faithful love of God and the nation."
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In one session, we addressed an initiative and gave a chance to one from among the youth to share an initiative he launched. His passion drove him to recruit his talents in film production to serve his society by highlighting and reflecting on the reality and needs of the community. He launched several videos raising awareness on social issues giving an actual example of a good citizen.
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ACCTS is continuing the excellent work they are already doing. Your prayers and giving are supporting us! It is the time of the year, I encourage you to consider where God would have you to invest in the work he is doing. We also invite you to consider how your giving can make a kingdom impact. By God's grace and generosity, we can continue serving.
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We are in urgent need now for a vehicle for the Development Department.
We rely on your generosity to meet our deficit of $100,000.
With your gift, we can enter the New Year with a fresh start.
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Light the World Event
For our friends in or near the Austin area, you may be interested in hearing about a grand event we have been selected to be a part of.
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The BLESS Foundation has chosen Christar to be one of five beneficiaries at their Light the World event on December 15. We are honored that the Community Center in Husun will be featured as providing life-sustaining resources to the vulnerable. We, along with other members of Christar, will be there. We would be honored if you would attend, learn more, and participate in this exciting live-auction event.
You can read more here and buy tickets for this event here.
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Praises and Thanksgiving
- Speaking at a church gathering serving the lives of 125 women to be influential in their churches and environment. Encouraging women on how God can use them as servants in his kingdom based on the verse from Isaiah 62:3 "You will be a crown of splendor in the Lord's hand," and with a study of some Biblical characters who overcame challenges and influenced the lives of others
Read more on the news page
- Equipping 14 teachers and leaders with facilitation skills to help their target groups go through the learning cycle and get prepared for new action
- We are receiving some encouraging feedback from the people we serve. Grateful for the Lord's work in their lives. To encourage you with some, read the below refreshing testimony of a discipled woman in the Holy Land
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"I entered a more profound level in my relationship with God through the spiritual formation disciplines that worked in my life. I began to feel with others, relate better to them, and not to judge them. I am now calmer, and I listen more. My participation in the conference refined my personality, spurted my strengths, and pointed out my weaknesses to work on them for my good. I was refreshed from the inside and heard the Lord's voice, who, with one word from him, restored my soul. I am grateful that I acquired knowledge and witnessed radical change through the testimony of others.
Having realized my identity in Christ, brought influence that is more significant to my ministry, church, and family. I am now leading with a unique double portion of the anointing! I learned how to be transparent and genuine with people, which gave me credibility and easier access. I recognized my position, and I no longer care about others' opinions; I serve wholeheartedly and do not seek the assessment of people. I began to hear that alarm sounding when my flesh demands a time of solitude to assess my motives for ministry. Because I want to serve better, I have to take good care of myself and allow the hands of God to mold me. My end goal is my relationship with the Lord, not my services.
I shared with tens of people and women groups over the last three years. I witnessed a change in attitudes and behaviors, and I feel proud to see them promote to higher spiritual levels in life. This year, I saw a difference in the lives of four women who are walking with the Lord and equipped for ministry."
For some encouraging stories from our different programs, you may visit our impact button on ACCTS website.
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