This was a transformative time for both of
us, deepening our understanding of God’s
Word and our commitment to missionary
work. I realized I had become self-focused
and just concerned about my comfort.

Thankfully, the Lord began to change my
mind. I knew I was called to preach and to
full-time ministry, but I needed to figure out
where. I began to pray and seek the Lord
for answers. During a missions conference,
BIMI Missionary Bryan Stensaas presented
the field of Uganda. He showed gripping and
moving videos and pictures. At the end of his
message, he asked for help due to his age and
the amount of work left unfinished. There
was a clear need for more laborers. That
night, Cassandra and I both surrendered to
be missionaries to the people of Uganda.

After marrying, graduating, and working at
our home church, Cassandra and I, along
with our four daughters, embarked on a
three-month survey trip to Uganda. During
that trip, God confirmed that we must be
in Uganda. In October 2020, we moved to
the field. We trained for a short time under
veteran missionaries, learning the language
and culture. After a few months, the Lord
led us to a small village in the Rwenzori
Mountains. Since then the Lord has
allowed us to plant Kilembe Independent
Baptist Church. In January 2023, we had 16
founding members. There have been trials
and tribulations such as malaria, accusations
of espionage, and depression. The Lord has
shown His grace over and over, sustaining
us through these challenges. We are thankful
for the role of missions in our lives—one to
be the mission field and now to serve the
Lord as missionaries in Africa. W
Alex & Cassandra Beauford
Alexis, Aleah, Alena, Alessia
The church dedication met outside
because the rented hall was too small.

Number 2, 2024
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