IGRM Kenya: Light Rising in Refugee Communities, Stronger Together

Organization: International Gospel Response Ministries (IGRM Canada)

 Quick Summary

29 activities. 1,145+ participant engagements. One week of growing hope.

Real people. Real stories. Real transformation.

From April 20 to April 26, 2026, IGRM Kenya continued serving refugee communities in Kakuma and Kalobeyei with faith, compassion, and consistency.

 New believers publicly declared their faith
 Children learned in safe and joyful spaces
 Youth grew in leadership and purpose
 Families received care, prayer, and encouragement
 Communities experienced unity through worship

Hope is not only present. Hope is increasing.

Walking Together in Faith and Action

This week, IGRM Kenya remained actively present in refugee settlements through worship, discipleship, care, youth empowerment, and practical training.

A total of 29 ministry activities reached over 1,145 participant engagements. Many individuals participated in more than one activity, showing deep trust and strong community connection.

Every gathering became a place of encouragement, healing, and transformation.

 Special Crusade Events – A Powerful Move of Unity and Faith

A major highlight of the week was a united Crusade Event that brought together 8 churches and worship groups for combined preaching, worship, and baptism services.

On April 24, 2026, a powerful baptism celebration took place where over 100 new believers were baptized. 

Hundreds gathered in joy, worship, and celebration. People from different backgrounds stood together in unity, publicly declaring new life in Christ.

This became a historic moment of faith, unity, and spiritual renewal in the community.

Key Activities and Participation

 Worship, Prayer, and Bible Teaching

8 activities | 562 participants
These sessions provided Bible teaching, prayer, encouragement, and spiritual strength for daily life. Many participants experienced renewed faith and peace.

 Children’s Ministries

8 activities | 423 children
Children engaged in Bible stories, songs, art, and games in a safe and joyful environment. These sessions helped build faith, friendship, and positive values across cultures and nations.

 Discipleship Multiplication & Church Planting

2 activities | 19 participants
Emerging leaders were trained to disciple others and serve their communities with humility and faith.

 Home Fellowship & Pastoral Care Visits

2 activities | 31 participants
Families received prayer, encouragement, and personal pastoral care within their homes, bringing comfort and emotional strength.

 Life-Skills and Employability Foundations for Refugees

1 activity | 17 participants
This session focused on resilience, family care, responsibility, and practical life skills that restore dignity and confidence.

 Youth Mentorship Circles

3 activities | 43 participants
Young people were equipped in leadership, teamwork, discipline, and character development for future responsibility.

 Skills & Vocational Training Activities

2 activities | 32 participants
Practical training sessions provided hands-on skills that support self-reliance and long-term opportunity.

 Community Care & Fellowship

2 activities | 18 participants
These sessions created safe spaces for prayer, emotional support, friendship, and spiritual encouragement.

Transformation Happening Every Day

 Faith is strengthening families
 Children are growing in joy and confidence
 Youth are discovering purpose and leadership
 Homes are receiving care and peace
 Skills are opening doors for future stability

Why This Ministry Matters

• Worship strengthens faith and resilience
• Children’s ministry builds identity and belonging
• Discipleship raises local leaders
• Youth mentorship prepares future generations
• Life-skills restore dignity and confidence
• Vocational training supports self-reliance
• Community fellowship builds unity and peace

All programs are led by trained local leaders with accountability, cultural understanding, and community ownership. All activities align with IGRM Canada’s registered charitable purposes.

Looking Ahead

IGRM Kenya will continue to:

• Strengthen Worship, Prayer, and Bible Teaching
• Expand Children’s Ministries
• Grow Youth Mentorship Circles
• Continue Skills and Vocational Training
• Strengthen Discipleship and Church Planting
• Support families through Home Fellowship and Care Visits

Vision

Refugee communities strengthened through faith, equipped with practical skills, and supported with hope, compassion, and dignity.

Volunteer or Donate: Be Part of the Impact

Your support helps sustain weekly ministry and bring lasting transformation in refugee communities in Kenya.

You can:

• Volunteer in mentoring and teaching
• Support children and youth programs
• Contribute to skills and training programs
• Donate to sustain weekly ministry work

Every contribution brings hope, dignity, and transformation.

 Contact: office@igrmimpact.org
 Website: www.igrmimpact.org

 Donate: Support faith. Strengthen communities. Restore hope.

International Gospel Response Ministries (IGRM Canada) equips disciples and leaders to transform communities through the Gospel and compassionate action—bringing the whole Gospel to the whole person.

IGRM exists to bring hope where it’s needed most and the Gospel where it’s least known. From refugee camps in Africa to newcomer communities in Canada, we serve with compassion, train disciples, plant churches, and respond boldly to the call of Christ. Every post we publish is an invitation to partner with us in reaching the nations with love, dignity, and truth. 🌐 Learn more at www.igrmimpact.org 📩 Contact: office@igrmimpact.org or Visit our Facebook Page.