Background information:

The Good Samaritan Society Mission Project:  The mission village is located in an economically depressed area that carries with it the scars of years of corrupt military rule.  The Good Samaritan Society of America is bringing hope to this African country and the people of the Fiditi area through this mission project. 

Partnerships:

Grace Evangelical Free Church of Fridley, MN, through its missions committee, has established a partnership with The Good Samaritan Society of America (TGSSA) and has adopted this mission as a central focus of their mission’s ministry.  TGSSA is seeking partnerships with other churches who will commit both financial and personnel resources for this mission outreach.  We believe people will take ownership of this mission through thoughts, prayers, labor and finances.  This opportunity allows people to be involved with every aspect of the mission at a grassroots level.  Short-term mission trips are highly encouraged to assist in projects for this village.  We feel that when church members commit to visiting and working

alongside the people of Nigeria, a better understanding of their needs takes place and personal ownership occurs.  Congregations are invited to investigate this partnership opportunity!

Church bodies are encouraged to make a three year financial commitment.  In addition, we desire congregations to commit to sending two or more individuals for short term mission trips dealing with construction, teaching and training people for various duties, etc.  These short term mission trips aid the mission by providing services for the people of Fiditi and help the individuals to experience a new culture. 

Grace Evangelical Free Church of Fridley has made the commitment to the work in Fiditi, Nigeria. We are involved with the Good Samaritan Society of America and are encouraging other churches to experience the significant power of God through this partnership opportunity. The people of Grace who have become involved in this ministry to the Nigerian people have been changed in profound ways.  The impact has been significant for both the Americans and the Nigerians.  One Nigerian minister said, “We have received money and materials that were sent by people in the U.S., but this is the first time that they have sent their people.”  Many Nigerians were amazed that these Americans would give up their time, money, and comfort to be with the Nigerian people.

We would love to share this opportunity with the missions committee from your church.