Burkina Faso

When Helping Hurts
April 22, 2019
News & Stories
Helping others can bring lots of hurt. But if our Lord Jesus didn’t give up, neither should we.
A Safe Place for Girls with Nowhere to Turn
October 31, 2018
News & Stories
An Alliance team is taking steps to support teenage domestic laborers in its city—vulnerable young girls often abused.
Prayer is Primary
Sept/Oct 2018
Alliance Life
Prayer requests from Alliance workers around the world
How to Defeat Your Worst Enemy
May 11, 2018
News & Stories
God shows His power by answering the prayers of Burkinabè Christians facing persecution.
But First, Water
April 30, 2018
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An Alliance worker credits a water-well drilling record to answered prayers.
Jesus Has Heard Your Prayer
April 4, 2018
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“I couldn’t respond when I was on the stretcher, but when I heard your group praying for me I knew I’d be healed.”
“I Know God Wants to Heal Me”
March 28, 2018
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A young mom had run out of money for her cancer treatments and asked for prayer.
Jude’s Two Baptisms
February 12, 2018
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An Alliance missionary’s visit to a Burkinabè village changes the direction of a young man’s life, who has been recently baptized into the occult.
Burkinabè Youth Suffer for Their Faith
November 5, 2017
News & Stories
God protected a teenaged believer from a death curse, stirring her father’s heart change.
Freedom for the Captives
October 19, 2017
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Alliance workers help to ensure people are released from spiritual oppression in Jesus’ name in places where spiritist worship prevails.
A Tear-Stained Journey
March 30, 2017
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A young Burkinabè runaway meets Jesus and finds her home among Alliance believers.
Tested by Terror
January 13, 2017
News & Stories
Remembering the terrorist attack in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, one year ago
'Thank You' from West Africa
January 5, 2017
News & Stories
Gifts to the Great Commission Fund (GCF) support Alliance international workers, like those in Burkina Faso who hosted a first-ever Christmas celebration for 700 inmates.
Let’s Do This Thing
December 27, 2016
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Half her life she’s spent preparing for missions
Outreach Unifies Divided Believers
December 7, 2016
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“When believers look for ways to work together and find common ground, Christ pours out His blessings; we experienced that in our city.”
Pray for Burkina Faso’s Persecuted Widows
November 6, 2016
News & Stories
“I know you are teaching the truth, but the cost of following Christ is too great for me.”
Ministries Align to Benefit Deaf Students
October 29, 2016
News & Stories
Two unique development projects in Burkina Faso recently converged—educating deaf youth and equipping young women with practical job skills.
Pray for a Spiritual Harvest
October 17, 2016
News & Stories
An Alliance worker revels in the fall season, while grieving West Africans’ failed crops.
Remember Your Leaders Well
October 10, 2016
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An Alliance international worker in Africa challenges U.S. Alliance people to honor their spiritual leaders during October—Clergy Appreciation Month.
Prison Break
September 14, 2016
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After facing setbacks to a prison outreach in Burkina Faso, a ministry team witnesses 15 inmates set free in Jesus’ name.
You Have a Choice
September 5, 2016
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A young Burkinabè believer’s father, a witch doctor, demands his son deny Jesus or die.
When Pushed Back, Press Forward
August 10, 2016
News & Stories
An Alliance worker and her team experienced setbacks while leading a youth conference; God sustained them, honoring their perseverance.
Praising Church
June 18, 2016
Video
In a Christ-transformed village in Burkina Faso, families come to church to pray, sing, dance, and rejoice in the Lord!
People of Peace
June 17, 2016
Video
Alliance workers in the Kenedougou region of Burkina Faso celebrate God’s faithfulness in multiplying His church.
Wells Will Be Dug
June 16, 2016
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One of the many ministries you support through your gift to the Great Commission Fund is the digging of clean water wells.
Is There Life after Retirement?
May 25, 2016
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My wife, Nancy, and I put it off for as long as we could.
Churches Will Be Planted
May 18, 2016
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One of the many ministries you support through your gift to the Great Commission Fund is church planting.
Yaya’s Prayers
April 28, 2016
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I was overwhelmed by the children’s fervent intercession for their village.
On Kenedougou’s Front Lines
April 27, 2016
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Pastors’ wives serve whole-heartedly, despite language and cultural barriers that include traditional fetish practices.
Privileged to Work with the Poor
April 21, 2016
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We were together, God was present, we were thankful—and that was enough.
Unsung Skills, Unheralded Heroes
March 11, 2016
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Dick and Lillian Phillips are among a select group of Alliance people who have translated the Bible into another language.
Lessons from a Widow
March 4, 2016
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Solange is generous to share the little she has to meet the needs of others.
Love=Clean Water
February 29, 2016
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God’s love compelled the team to travel thousands of miles to install the wells.
John Stumbo Video Blog No. 31
February 12, 2016
Video
Every good work performed by the Church is rendered worthless if we fail to love. A loving church is a patient church. A loving church is a kind church. A loving church is a humble church.
Genuine Religion
February 4, 2016
News & Stories
We now care for 220 widows and have seen many answers to prayer.
Terrorist Attack in Burkina's Capital
January 16, 2016
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Will I choose love or will I let hate reign instead?
Ministering Light in Death’s Shadow
December 18, 2015
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As the young man lay dying, he heard Jesus’ wonderful name—no doubt for the first time.
A Night of Intercession in Burkina Faso
October 22, 2015
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We’re now hearing stories of how God was answering the prayers of His people.
Following Nancy Pierce’s Lead
October 17, 2015
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I am thankful as I recall her tireless efforts in teaching, mentoring, and investing in others.
Honest Testimony Draws Inmates to God
September 25, 2015
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“Do you think Jesus will take me back?” the woman asked.
Pray for Peace in Burkina Faso
September 21, 2015
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“This could go peacefully if the presidential guard lays down their arms or terribly if they do not.”
—Al Stombaugh, Africa regional director
Pray for Peace in Burkina Faso’s Capital, Ouagadougou
September 17, 2015
News & Stories
Burkina Faso’s president, prime minister, and several ministers were taken hostage yesterday.
Summation of a Life Well-Lived
August 14, 2015
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To show my gratitude, I want to do for others what you have done for me.
Scores of Senufo Saved, Delivered, and Baptized
August 7, 2015
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Forsaking the ancestral religion that kept them shackled in fear, demonic curses, and sorcery, Senufo villagers find freedom and restoration in Christ at a small church on “unwanted land” near the Burkina–Mali border.
Revival Crosses African Borders
June 25, 2015
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Hundreds have come to Christ in 20 villages—5 in Burkina Faso and 15 in Mali.
Wellsprings in a Dry Season
March 27, 2015
News & Stories
“Deeds and words” ministry efforts in Burkina Faso are seeing increasing results.
A Season of Harvest
Mar/Apr 2015
Alliance Life
When we stepped off the plane in August 2000 into hot and steamy Ouagadougou (the capital of Burkina Faso), we […]
From Shame to Hope
Mar/Apr 2015
Alliance Life
Updated: January 8, 2018 Born into one of the world’s poorest countries, Ami left home to find work when she […]
The John 3:16 Answer
February 19, 2015
News & Stories
I heard the good news for the first time!
Honoring a Quiet Hero
February 16, 2015
News & Stories
Mary passed away among the people she most loved.
Prayer Is Primary
Jan/Feb 2015
Alliance Life
Bosnia In the town of Maglaj (pronounced “mag-lye”), 80 houses were destroyed by floods, forcing families to move in with […]
Derribando Fortalezas
December 3, 2014
Video
Dios está llamando a los habitantes de Burkina Faso a que regresen a Él. A medidas que el Espíritu Santo habló a los miembros de una nueva congregación, estos se decidieron a propagar el evangelio entre su propia gente. Observa como trabajadores y ciudadanos comparten las historias de como su poderoso Salvador los libertó de sus ataduras espirituales.
Burkina Faso: “A Sense of Hopefulness”
November 7, 2014
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“There is a feeling of calm for now . . ,” an Alliance worker reports.
Burkina President Resigns
October 31, 2014
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President Blaise Compaore has announced his resignation; Alliance workers are safe.
Protesters Burn Parliament in Burkina Faso
October 30, 2014
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Massive protests are taking place in Burkina Faso over the president’s efforts to change the country’s constitution to extend his 27-year rule.
Breaking the Chains
October 16, 2014
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“It is so evident to our prison ministry team that God loves the lost.”
Love Wins
October 7, 2014
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A convert from West Africa’s predominant faith reminds us of what it’s all about—Jesus’ love.
Churches Overflowing in Burkina
September 26, 2014
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“Many people are coming to Christ each week.”
Words and Wells
September 18, 2014
News & Stories
Digging a well is a wonderful way to show God’s love to the people of Burkina Faso.
Youth Help Build African Churches
September 3, 2014
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“Prayer is powerful, and that was one of the main things I took away from this trip.”
A Thief’s Encounter
September 2, 2014
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Spiritual attacks have not lessened since the church has grown.
No Other Name
June 20, 2014
News & Stories
As the Holy Spirit spoke to members of the new congregation, they became determined to spread the gospel among their own people.
Breaking Strongholds
June 19, 2014
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God is calling the people of Burkina Faso back to Himself. As the Holy Spirit spoke to members of the new congregation, they became determined to spread the gospel among their own people. Watch as workers and nationals share the story of broken strongholds and a powerful Savior.
Believing for the Bolon
May 30, 2014
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Many are coming to Christ in some of the last unreached people groups in Burkina Faso!
A Divine Appointment
March 17, 2014
News & Stories
Moumouni was a bôbô—the Jula word for one who is born deaf and consequently cannot speak. He was bright, but for a village child like him, the chances of going to school are slim.
Courage in Grief
March 13, 2014
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When I visited Jonathan’s mom the day after he died, she searched my face for answers.
Desperation to Restoration
January 20, 2014
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Woman’s illness a catalyst for physical and relational healing
Just in Time for Christmas
December 23, 2013
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As soon as we finished praying, Haresh patted his chest with both hands. “I feel light!” he exclaimed.
In the Christmas Spirit
December 21, 2013
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Holiday ministry activities reflect God’s generosity.
Dream Foretells Homecoming
December 18, 2013
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Before suffering a stroke, a woman envisions winning a footrace to Jesus.
Grateful
November 27, 2013
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A Thanksgiving message from Africa
Yao's First Christmas
November 27, 2013
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Yao’s wife and friends were so concerned about him that they took him to Pastor Pierre. They’d heard that the Christians’ Jesus could heal people like Yao.
Sooner, Not Later
November 4, 2013
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Spread the good news of Jesus until all have heard.
ESL Course a Big Hit
October 22, 2013
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Teaching English to African airport personnel facilitates relationships.
Following Jesus' Lead
October 9, 2013
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The Holy Spirit is moving through Alliance ministries around the world. Hundreds are finding new life in Jesus and following His lead to be baptized (see Matthew 3:13–17).
What's More Important?
October 9, 2013
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Recently, 16 people from an unreached people group were baptized in Burkina Faso.
Dream Reveals Truth
September 30, 2013
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A Burkinabé believer’s dream exposes a false prophet.
Former President of Burkina Faso Honored
September 23, 2013
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Colonel Saye Zerbo attended an Alliance church for many years.
Triple-Miracle Road Trip
September 23, 2013
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A vehicle breakdown in the African bush reminds workers of God’s care.
Lessons from a Mango
September 19, 2013
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A tropical fruit promotes Kingdom principles in Burkina Faso.
Good News in Comoe
August 19, 2013
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A least-reached people group in Burkina Faso is now learning about Jesus.
Soccer Scores with Neighbors
August 9, 2013
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Soccer rocks in Burkina Faso! It also creates opportunities to share the good news, which is why we have often partnered with short-term teams to organize soccer camps in our city, Bobo-Dioulasso.
A Day in the Life of Awa: Burkina Faso
August 7, 2013
Video
To Awa, a 12-year-old girl in a small village in Burkina Faso, a typical day consists of prayers, chores, school, homework, dancing, singing, and playing games. But most of all, she loves going to church and hearing about Jesus.
Faith, Hope, and Soap
July 18, 2013
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A gift of soap demonstrates God’s faithfulness to new believers in Burkina Faso.
Seder Meal Inspires
March 28, 2013
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The seder reminds us of the Lamb of God’s precious, costly sacrifice.
Envision Culture-Sponsored Wells Sustain 50,000-Plus Burkinabe
March 22, 2013
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One in three children does not reach the age of 10 in Burkina Faso, mostly due to waterborne illnesses. Envision Culture—a movement to mobilize Alliance young adults to serve God on a global scale—is partnering with like-minded groups to dig wells in Burkina.
A Time to Be Silent . . .
February 19, 2013
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Each day we show the JESUS film at Clinic Life in Burkina Faso. During three scenes there is total silence in the room, and we make sure not to interrupt.
A First Noel
December 19, 2012
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This year many people will be celebrating their very first Christmas as believers in Jesus. See how people all over the world are called to discover Emmanuel, God with us.
Dorcas House: Una Mirada
November 30, 2012
Video
Algunas mujeres de Burkina Faso no tienen la educación suficiente para escaparse del ciclo de pobreza. Muchas están obligadas a prostituirse para sobrevivir. Dorcas House es un ministerio de Mujeres Aliancistas de Burkina, y provee entrenamiento y discipulado, que ofrecen una alternativa para mujeres jóvenes.
Dorcas House: La Historia de Esther
November 30, 2012
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Una joven de Burkina Faso fue rechazada por su familia y obligada a prostituirse. Por el ministerio de Dorcas House, ella pudo abandonar su vida antigua y aprender a recibir y extender gracia.
VBS Kids Raise Thousands to Dig Wells
October 19, 2012
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The kids were moved with compassion. Another boy asked, “I just had my birthday. Can I give my birthday checks?”
“Is This Where Those Christians Are From?”
October 11, 2012
News & Stories
“Our work with Ibrahima is what the whole gospel to the whole world is all about!” Peggy Drake writes. An Alliance medical worker for nearly 35 years in Africa, Peggy’s an expert on the topic.
The Deaf Hear
September 27, 2012
News & Stories
What happened when a team of believers from the Salem (Oregon) Alliance Church deaf community traveled to Africa this month to share the the love of Christ with an unreached, marginalized people group?
Dorcas House: Esther's Story
September 24, 2012
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A young woman in Burkina Faso was ostracized by her family and forced into prostitution. Through the ministry of Dorcas House, she was able to abandon her old life and receive and extend grace.
Dorcas House: An Overview
September 24, 2012
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Some women in Burkina Faso lack the education needed to escape the cycle of poverty. Many are forced into prostitution as a means to survive. Dorcas House, a ministry of Alliance Women in Burkina, provides training and discipleship that offer young women an alternative. Visit legacy.cmalliance.org/about/ for more information about the ministry of The Alliance
Last Chance
August 31, 2012
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A Burkinabe wife and mother suffers with a mysterious disease for more than a year. No medicine or treatment has any effect. Her doctor’s finally tell her,“Sometimes when Christians pray, people are healed—that is your last option.” Read the full story . . .
Homegoing of Lorinda Mae Robinson, International Worker to Cote d'Ivoire and Burkina Faso
July 19, 2012
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Lorinda Mae Robinson entered into the presence of her Lord on Thursday, July 19, 2012, after a year’s battle with cancer. She […]
It Takes an Alliance to Build a Church
May 30, 2012
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After years of meeting under a rickety shelter without walls, members of a church plant in Burkina Faso recently dedicated their new worship center. Characters in this I Corinthians 12 story, include a local landowner, a Burkina youth group, and an Alliance church in Pennsylvania.
The Most Powerful Argument for Missions
May 24, 2012
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An Alliance pastor, hearing of a powerful overseas mission’s outcome (the result of Alliance workers Milt and Nancy Pierce’s ministry in Burkina Faso) was heard saying “That was the most powerful argument for missions I have ever heard!”
Famine in Burkina Faso
May 15, 2012
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As severe drought, skyrocketing food prices, and political unrest become the norm for the people of Africa’s Sahel region, Alliance workers bring hope to the hopeless.
Remembering the Thirsty
March 22, 2012
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World Water Day, March 22, was set aside by the United Nations nearly 20 years ago to remind us that many in the world face a clean water crisis. Unclean water is one of the world’s biggest child killers. But this year there’s good news.
African Mission’s Anniversary Celebration “Foretaste of Heaven”
March 13, 2012
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“Many other denominational leaders in Burkina were trained in our Burkina Alliance Bible schools. C&MA impact in Burkina Faso has been huge!” report the Schaeffers, the Alliance field leadership couple in this West African nation. Burkina’s Federation of Evangelical Churches and Missions (FEME) celebrated its 50th anniversary, recently. “[It] was a foretaste of heaven listening to . . . dozens of other people groups worshipping King Jesus together!” the Schaeffers add, noting that church growth in Burkina has exploded. “Our unity [here] is undoubtedly our most powerful witness!”
Tuareg Refugee Assistance: "For Such a Time as This"
March 8, 2012
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Right now in Burkina Faso, Esther Schaeffer is working with Alliance people to provide emergency relief assistance to Tuareg (an Arabic term meaning “abandoned by God”) refugees.

As a result, hundreds of Tuaregs, historically, staunch adherents of the majority religion in the region, are learning about the love and compassion of Christ.
Unexpected Doors Open to Reach Tuareg Refugees
February 16, 2012
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By Andrew and Esther Schaeffer, the Alliance field leadership couple in Burkina Faso During the past couple weeks, 8,000 Tuareg […]
Burkina Workers Aiding Tuareg Refugees
February 16, 2012
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“About 8,000 Tuareg (an Arabic term meaning “abandoned by God”) have recently fled to Burkina Faso from Mali; more are arriving daily,” wrote Andrew and Esther Schaeffer from Burkina in mid-February. “We have an opportunity to share the love and compassion of Christ with this people who have historically been staunch adherents of the region’s predominant religion.”
Alliance Church Agency to Aid 2,000 Burkinabe Families
January 20, 2012
News & Stories
Learn about the food crisis in Burkina Faso, how the national church is stepping in to provide aid, and how you can pray.
Break a Leg
January 16, 2012
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A broken leg opens doors for further ministry to the family of a recently deceased widow—a former member of the C&MA-sponsored widow’s ministry in Burkina Faso.
Finding Hope at Dorcas House
January 12, 2012
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Because you gave to the GCF, Alliance international worker Lorinda Robinson is able to share the story of God’s redemption […]
Giving that Matters to God
December 13, 2011
News & Stories
An Alliance worker shares a personal, inspirational lesson about giving that’s appropriate for Christmas—and all year round.
Lightning Heralds Church Center’s Completion among Gospel-Resistant People
October 4, 2011
News & Stories
Recently, lightning accompanied a pastor’s powerful evangelistic message in a small, remote corner of Africa where a people group lives that has been difficult to reach with the good news. Learn how you can join Alliance workers to help spread the Light.
God Had Other Plans
September 22, 2011
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Burkina Faso-born Fabé and his wife, Rebekah, have an intimate experience of God’s powerful direction on their lives. Their story also reveals how God is raising up young African Christian leaders to reach French-speaking West Africa with the good news.
Bringing the Light Invites a Fight
August 15, 2011
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A youth group from the U.S. doing outreach in Burkina Faso recently experienced a remarkable miracle in a remote village; they also witnessed the enemy’s resistance to bringing the Light of the the World to the villagers.
Set Free in Congo
March 23, 2011
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“I can’t believe it!” she exlaimed. “My daughter is delivered! We tried many times and no one could do it; all this man did was pray in the Name of Jesus!” Read more about Alliance worker Steve Clouser’s powerful ministry trip the Republic of the Congo.
Obeying God = True Success
March 22, 2011
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“I could buy a doll with this money, but it would remind me of how I could have fed kids just like me.”
Prayer Raises Child from the Dead
February 16, 2011
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Read this story about the power of prayer shared by international workers, serving in Burkina Faso.
Won By Joy
February 9, 2011
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Many are coming to Christ in Burkina Faso, Alliance workers Steve and Debbi Clouser report, “Because they observe the joy and peace that they see in His followers.”
Family Dynamics
January 31, 2011
News & Stories
Learn how you can pray for new believers in Burkina Faso. Many face intense family resistance to their new faith in Jesus.
Robbery Thwarted through Child's Prayer
December 17, 2010
News & Stories
An Alliance international worker serving in Burkina Faso, West Africa, experienced God’s providential protection during an attempted robbery.
Persecution on the Rise in Kenedougou
April 13, 2010
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An Alliance international worker couple report on the increasing persecution of believers in a remote province in Burkina Faso. Learn how you can pray.
"Death" Isn't the Final Word
April 8, 2010
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“We have just celebrated Easter,” says Lorinda Robinson, who serves in Burkina Faso and has recently been witness to a number of deaths. “It is wonderful to know that though death is all around us—so is life! Life is ours through the resurrection of our Lord!”
Signs of His Coming
April 1, 2010
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As we commemorate Jesus’ death and resurrection this week, Alliance worker Andrew Schaeffer reminds us to live “holy and godly lives as we look forward to the day of God and speed its coming” (2 Peter 3:11-12). Happy Easter to our worldwide Alliance family!
God is Moving in Burkina Faso!
March 16, 2010
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More than 200 people recently made decisions to follow Christ in southeastern Burkina Faso, reports Kevin Oberg, who serves the Alliance in the West African nation. Learn how you can assist in follow-up among these new believers through your prayers.
Go!
February 23, 2010
News & Stories
Youth pastor Kevin Ford recently led a church work team from North Carolina to Burkina Faso. We think you’ll agree . . . his first-hand trip account illustrates why strategic partnerships between Alliance churches and the field are life-changing.
West Africa's Flood Survivors Find Shelter
September 22, 2009
News & Stories
West Africa’s rainy season has caused extensive flooding throughout the region this year, reported Stan and Jaynee Walker, who serve […]
Dorcas House Officially Recognized
September 22, 2009
News & Stories
Burkina Faso’s government has placed land markers on the four corners of the Alliance-run Dorcas House property, reports Amy Nehlsen. […]
Flooding in Burkina Faso Displaces Tens of Thousands
September 8, 2009
News & Stories
Heavy rains caused severe flooding in and around Burkina Faso’s capital city, Ouagadougou, Tuesday, September 1. “Some 150,000 people are […]
Songbooks, Shoes, Computers, and a Call to Prayer
August 6, 2009
News & Stories
By Andrew Schaeffer, Serving in Burkina Faso A few months ago Nicodemus, the director of the Alliance Bookstore in […]
Power!
June 18, 2009
News & Stories
By Lorinda Robinson, serving in Burkina Faso Alliance field workers in developing countries face unique challenges that we in the […]
Enabling Burkina's Disabled in Jesus' Name
June 11, 2009
News & Stories
By Pete Brokopp, serving in Burkina Faso The following is an adaptation of an article from Alice and Pete Brokopp’s […]
Overcoming Death
May 6, 2009
News & Stories
Editor’s note: C&MA medical worker Peggy Drake knows well the stench of death. She and Jetty Stouten, who serves with […]
March Madness
March 19, 2009
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By Andrew Schaeffer, serving in Burkina Faso Editor’s note: Andrew Schaeffer’s March Madness update introduces strategic Kingdom play action carried […]
What Matters Most
March 2, 2009
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By Alice Brokopp, serving in Burkina Faso I had made it a point to relax last weekend. I had played […]
A Grace-Filled Birthday
February 17, 2009
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By Peggy Drake, serving in Burkina Faso Editor’s note: Peggy Drake helped to initiate Project Life, a clinic and pharmacy […]
A Valentine Love Story
February 13, 2009
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By Steve Clouser, serving in Burkina Faso Mr. Traoré joined Debbi’s (Clouser) English class in November at The Family Life […]
Prayerful Victories in Burkina
February 4, 2009
News & Stories
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of […]
Radio Station Dedication
February 3, 2009
News & Stories
More than 1,000 people gathered in Nouna, Burkina Faso, to dedicate the new evangelical radio station on January 31. “People […]
A Christmas Message from West Africa
December 23, 2008
News & Stories
By Esther Schaeffer, serving in Burkina Faso Many years ago our family lived in a very remote part of West […]
Celebrating More than 20 New Believers
December 22, 2008
News & Stories
“Praise God for the evangelistic services in Dana and Banakoro that one of our team mates was part of this past […]
Consider the Termite
December 4, 2008
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By Andrew Schaeffer, serving Burkina Faso Whenever we find evidence of termites here, we groan. In just a […]
Prayers for Abraham
December 2, 2008
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“Abraham became verbally abusive and began exhibiting frequent convulsive, emotional outbursts last spring,” reports an Alliance worker, serving in Burkina Faso. Although […]
True Religion
October 21, 2008
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By an Alliance international worker serving in Burkina Faso True religion that God considers faultless and pure, according to James 1:26–27 […]
Between Good and Evil
October 1, 2008
News & Stories
When a very powerful village chief died in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, his funeral was preceded with days of festivities and official […]
New Alliance School Opens in Burkina Faso
September 29, 2008
News & Stories
Updated: March 26, 2015 The new Maranatha Elementary School began classes this week in Burkina Faso’s second largest city, Bobo-Dioulasso. […]
Snake Curse Ineffective Against National Pastor
August 15, 2008
News & Stories
Although complications from surgery have caused Marcel, a national pastor in Sirasso, Burkina Faso, some health problems, the curse that […]
Village "Crazy Man" Set Free
August 5, 2008
News & Stories
Before he came to Christ, Youssuf had been tormented by evil spirits and had severe insomnia. “He was considered a […]
Bible Club Reaches Unchurched Children
July 8, 2008
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Alliance missionary Esther Schaeffer, along with a team of colleagues and volunteers, recently launched four weeks of Bible clubs at […]
Burkinabe Hunger for Truth
June 6, 2008
News & Stories
Eleven young men received Christ during a recent Bible study led by an Alliance missionary to Burkina Faso. After presenting […]
MK Leads Buddhist to Christ
May 29, 2008
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By Abby Wolters, MK in Burkina Faso, West Africa “Abby, I have a question for you,” said my new […]
Church with Alliance Roots Dedicated
May 29, 2008
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Alliance missionaries Larry and Nancy Burg recently attended a church dedication in the village of Loonyu, Burkina Faso. “Loonyu holds […]
Teens Feed the Poor
May 20, 2008
News & Stories
Nearly $10,000 was raised to feed the poor by members of WIRED, a youth group led by Alliance missionary Leanna […]
Alliance Missionaries Robbed
April 14, 2008
News & Stories
L and K and their children, were sleeping when thieves broke into their house and stole two laptop computers. The […]
Evangelizing Burkina Faso
March 28, 2008
News & Stories
Alliance missionaries spend much of their time deep in the heart of Burkina Faso, West Africa, conducting evangelistic campaigns in […]
Village Children Respond to the Gospel
March 10, 2008
News & Stories
More than 200 children in Burkina Faso made decisions for Jesus during an evangelism trip led by Alliance missionaries to the village […]
Alliance Women Outreach Leads Many to Christ
February 15, 2008
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More than 130 people received Jesus during an evangelism trip organized by the national Alliance Women’s committee in Burkina Faso, […]
Compassionate Help Opens Doors for the Gospel
February 4, 2008
News & Stories
Flood victims in Burkina Faso are open to hearing the gospel after receiving food through ACCEDES, the development arm of […]
Villagers Respond to God
February 4, 2008
News & Stories
More than 30 people responded to the gospel during an evangelistic outreach in Ndorola, Burkina Faso. The Ndorola area has […]
Christian Broadcasting Reaches Remote Areas in Africa
January 22, 2008
News & Stories
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE After years of obstacles that hindered expansion of Christian radio ministry, Gospel Radio Burkina has grown from […]
The Greatest Place on Earth
December 19, 2007
News & Stories
By Esther Schaeffer, Missionary to Burkina Faso, December 3, 2007 The United Nation’s latest country index rates […]
Dozens Follow Jesus
December 17, 2007
News & Stories
In response to an evangelistic outreach in the village of Badala, Burkina Faso, 40 people accepted Christ as their Savior. […]
Short-Termer Dies on Field
December 5, 2007
News & Stories
A woman on a short-term missions trip to Burkina Faso died suddenly this morning in the home of Alliance missionary […]
Sali's Story
November 29, 2007
News & Stories
Spiritual forces in dark places wreak havoc among the animistic, superstitious Africans in Burkina Faso. Alliance missionaries confront the emissaries […]
Dental Team Visits Burkina Faso
November 20, 2007
News & Stories
About 144 people received treatment from a short-term team that ministered through a portable dental office in Sector 30, a […]
LIFE Love Offering Arrives in Burkina Faso
November 19, 2007
News & Stories
A 40-foot shipping container filled with donations from LIFE 2007 students arrived in Burkina Faso, West Africa, in October. Computers, […]
Alliance High School in Africa Reaches 1,000 Mark
October 24, 2007
News & Stories
A few years ago, 400 students attended Maranatha Alliance High School in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, run by the C&MA national […]
Flood Ravages African Village
August 8, 2007
News & Stories
Torrential rains inundated a small village in Burkina Faso, West Africa, on July 28. For 15 hours, the storm pummeled […]
LIFE 2007: American Teens Respond to Africa's Challenges
July 25, 2007
News & Stories
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ORLANDO, Fla. – The AIDS crisis, famine, unclean drinking water, and inadequate medical care are just a […]
GCSunday 2006 - Rollo Royle
November 10, 2006
Video
Rollo Royle shares a story of one man who came to know Christ through his ministry and has been following the Lord for many years. Produced in 2006.
Missionary Family Safe After Auto Accident
August 22, 2006
News & Stories
Andrew Schaeffer, missionary to Burkina Faso, West Africa, was in a car accident in Niena, Mali, with two of his […]
Greater is He
June 12, 2006
News & Stories
Following God’s call, Blaise moved into the village of Katana in Burkina Faso, unashamedly sharing his faith with villagers in […]
It's Raining, It's Pouring
June 7, 2006
News & Stories
It was a Mother’s Day I will never forget! We were finishing up Kids’ Club, and as we went to […]
Tent Campaign in Burkina Faso Brings People to Christ
April 20, 2006
News & Stories
An Alliance international worker reports that 47 adults and 50 children came to Christ during a recent week-long tent campaign that […]
Beautiful Feet
April 11, 2006
News & Stories
I still remember where I was when I first heard Leonard Smith’s song, “Our God Reigns.” But, until last week, I never […]
Shaking the Foundations
March 24, 2006
News & Stories
By Rollo Royle, Alliance missionary to Burkina Faso As I opened the gate, he sheepishly greeted me. He […]
The Faithful God
March 24, 2006
News & Stories
By an Alliance believer in Africa I was born to a pagan family in Côte d’Ivoire, where I lived until […]
AIDS in Africa
November 10, 2001
Video
Compassionate care and education from Alliance workers provide hope to a continent ravaged by AIDS. Produced in 2001.

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