A missionary hero for his work in South America, Paul Bettex went on to spend six years in China as a missionary where in 1916 he was martyred.

   Feb 27, 2020, By Darrin J. Rodgers

Edmund Hodgson became a missionary to the Belgian Congo in Africa, facing many dangers, and ultimately became a martyr for the cause of Christ.

   Mar 06, 2025, By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg

William Simpson was a young man, but he risked it all — and gave his life — to share the gospel along the Tibetan border in China.

   Jul 22, 2021, By Darrin J. Rodgers

John Eric Booth-Clibborn died just two weeks after arriving on the mission field, but his courageous wife viewed the painful loss as an opportunity for God to be glorified.

   Dec 31, 2015, By Darrin J. Rodgers

John Eric Booth-Clibborn, a 29-year-old missionary, died just two weeks after arriving in Africa, but he is remembered as a hero of the faith in Burkina Faso.

   Jan 04, 2024, By Darrin J. Rodgers

Hans Hauge's encounter with the Holy Spirit led to an incredible revival in Norway that spread to the U.S. General Superintendent G. Raymond Carlson's (1986-1993) spiritual heritage traces back to Hauge's efforts.

   Jun 13, 2019, By Darrin J. Rodgers

Paul Bettex, a man of education and social upbringing, chose to set aside the advantages afforded him, and follow Christ's call to missions - a decision that would result in great personal suffering and ultimately death, but a price he was unflinchingly willing to pay.

   Feb 25, 2015, By Darrin J. Rodgers

A look back at how one family's tragic loss during the week of Thanksgiving in 1964 helped lead to the salvation of thousands in Congo.

   Nov 22, 2023, By Glenn W. Gohr

Although Beulah Buchwalter may not be well known, this young woman was a hero of the faith -- giving her life so that others may hear the gospel message.

   Feb 29, 2024, By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg

Despite instances of extreme persecution, like the tragic terrorist attack that killed 14 people on Dec. 2 in Burkina Faso, the Church in Africa is experiencing growth.

   Dec 11, 2019, By Greg Beggs