One of the lesser known reasons for the significant impact
of CBM around the world is the work of its National Field Staff. Many people are familiar with CBM’s Global
Field Staff, such as ourselves, who are Canadians serving internationally. Working alongside those Canadians in many
places around the world are the National Field Staff who are serving in their
own country. With their knowledge of the
local language and culture, their ministry and insight greatly enhances the
effectiveness of CBM’s work. In this
two-part blog, we are privileged to introduce you to CBM's Africa National
Field Staff.
Andre Sibomana
After serving as Project Manager for the Guardians of Hope
and Food Security Projects, Andre Sibomana began working for CBM as National
Field Staff in 2011. As Integral Mission
Coordinator, his primary responsibility was coordinating the visits of short
term teams from Canadian churches.
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| Andre and his wife Therese |
During Gato’s tenure leading the AEBR, Andre served with him
as the Head of AEBR’s Department of Community Development. Among his many responsibilities was the
oversight of CBM and AEBR’s numerous projects, including Literacy for Women,
Orphans and Vulnerable Children, Theological Education, Food Security,
Guardians of Hope (with HIV/AIDS sufferers and their families), Capacity
Building for Church Leaders, etc.
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| Teaching emerging leaders |
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| Gato and Andre trying bowling for the first time in 2013 in Nairobi |
Last September he began a new chapter of ministry when he
was appointed as CBM’s Africa Deputy Team Leader, giving support to CBM’s
African Partners in Rwanda, Kenya, South Sudan and DRCongo. This exciting new direction will allow Andre
to expand his leadership role, combining his years of experience working as CBM
Field Staff with his knowledge of various African cultures.
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| A special prayer: representatives from CBM's 4 East African partners (along with Aaron Kenny) pray over Andre in his new role as Africa Deputy Team Leader |
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| Our two families Christmas 2018 (missing Andre and Therese's oldest daughter) |
Just like CBM’s Global Field Staff need individuals and
churches to support them, the National Field Staff also need people who will
stand beside them, both with prayers and finances. If you would be interested in supporting Gato
or Andre, either one time or regularly, we would encourage you to contact Barb
Keys (bkeys@cbmin.org or 1-905-821-3533) at the CBM office and she’ll be happy
to help you. Or you can visit
www.cbmin.org.