Valuable Colleagues, Part 2

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.

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.

Teaching emerging leaders

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.

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

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.