Global South Fellowship of Anglican Churches

Global South Fellowship of Anglican Churches We are a global fellowship of orthodox Anglican Provinces, Dioceses, and Mission Partners.

Trinity Sunday - "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the So...
01/06/2026

Trinity Sunday - "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." Matthew 28:19:

Kuala Lumpur, Pentecost Sunday, 25th May 2026As the GSFA Economic Empowerment Conference II in Kuala Lumpur comes to a c...
25/05/2026

Kuala Lumpur, Pentecost Sunday, 25th May 2026

As the GSFA Economic Empowerment Conference II in Kuala Lumpur comes to a close, we thank Almighty God for a week of learning, fellowship, prayer, and practical collaboration among Anglican leaders from across the Global South.

Together we have explored how churches can move beyond dependency towards sustainable flourishing, strengthening communities through ethical leadership, impact investment, enterprise, education, and mutually respectful partnerships.

We have been heartened by examples of innovation and resilience from across our Provinces, including those inspired by our first Conference in Singapore in March 2025, and we have been challenged to think afresh about how the Church can contribute to economic wellbeing while remaining faithful to the Gospel. We were particularly encouraged by the rapid growth of impact investment projects being pioneered by our Roman Catholic brothers and sisters and the potential for ecumenical collaboration.

The conversations begun this week are not an end in themselves. They are part of a growing commitment across the GSFA to be a community of practice, supporting one another in practical mission, enabling churches and communities to become more resilient, self-sustaining, and effective witnesses to Christ.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all delegates, speakers, organisers, hosts, and partners whose contributions have so enriched this gathering.

As we return to our Provinces and ministries, we commit to continuing to build relationships marked by trust, generosity, accountability, and shared purpose, seeking not only economic growth but the flourishing of people and communities created in the image of God.

"For the sake of the house of the Lord our God, I will seek your prosperity" (Psalm 122:9)

“The Church has the responsibility not only to offer spiritual guidance for our communities, but the hope to believe, in...
23/05/2026

“The Church has the responsibility not only to offer spiritual guidance for our communities, but the hope to believe, invest and rebuild our country.”

During his presentation at the II GSFA Economic Empowerment Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Rev Sa Sai Naw Aye Noah reflected on the profound challenges currently facing Myanmar: deep economic insecurity, humanitarian vulnerability, and the continued migration of young people in search of survival and opportunity.

Yet his message was not one of despair.

It was a call for the Church to think beyond relief alone — to become a source of long-term hope, resilience, dignity, and sustainable rebuilding within communities.

Economic empowerment, local investment, and faithful Christian leadership were presented not as secondary concerns, but as part of the Church’s wider mission and witness in difficult times.

At the GSFA II Economic Empowerment Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Mr Remon Rafik — Data and MIS Team Leader at the Nationa...
23/05/2026

At the GSFA II Economic Empowerment Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Mr Remon Rafik — Data and MIS Team Leader at the National Bank of Egypt and representative of the Province of Alexandria — delivered a thoughtful reflection on professionalism, transparency, and institutional standards within the life of the Church.

Drawing from both ecclesial and corporate experience, he challenged participants to reject the false divide between faith and professional excellence, arguing instead that Christian institutions should model the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and good practice.

His presentation offered an important contribution to wider conversations around governance, sustainability, and leadership formation, particularly as churches across the Global South continue to engage increasingly complex organisational and economic realities. 🇪🇬

At the GSFA II Economic Empowerment Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Mrs Ade Mary — Provincial Treasurer and representative o...
23/05/2026

At the GSFA II Economic Empowerment Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Mrs Ade Mary — Provincial Treasurer and representative of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan — offered an important reflection on the relationship between education, poverty, and long-term sustainability within fragile contexts.

Drawing from the realities faced in South Sudan, she highlighted how education is often perceived not as an accessible pathway to opportunity, but as an economic burden for many struggling families, particularly when school fees compete directly with basic household survival.

Her presentation challenged participants to think more seriously about economic empowerment not simply in terms of finance or institutional growth, but through the lens of human development, access, dignity, and the strengthening of future generations. 🇸🇸

“25 people. One table. One purpose.”As the II GSFA Economic Empowerment Conference continues in Kuala Lumpur, we are bei...
23/05/2026

“25 people. One table. One purpose.”

As the II GSFA Economic Empowerment Conference continues in Kuala Lumpur, we are being reminded that economic empowerment is about far more than finances alone. It is about Christian stewardship, dignity, sustainability, and the formation of communities able to flourish faithfully and sustainably.

In his opening remarks, Diogo Henriques — Chairman of the GSFA Economic Empowerment Track — reflected on the deeper vision behind this movement: not simply generating resources, but developing people, strengthening institutions, and creating pathways through which the Church in the Global South may exercise its vocation with greater autonomy, impact, and faithfulness to the Gospel.

One of the most powerful reflections of the session centred on the symbolism of the table. While the Cross was “sufficient, unique and definitive,” Christ continually returned to the table as a place of fellowship, listening, discernment, learning, and commissioning.

That is precisely what this gathering continues to seek to embody: people from different nations and contexts coming together around one table, each bringing experiences, insights, challenges, and contributions, while discerning together how the Church might serve communities with greater wisdom, dignity, and hope.

The first conference planted seeds and laid foundations. This second gathering marks another important step in building long-term structures capable of serving future generations across the Global South.

From Emmaus to the world.

Day 2 of the GSFA II Economic Empowerment Conference in Kuala Lumpur centred on some of the deeper strategic and theolog...
22/05/2026

Day 2 of the GSFA II Economic Empowerment Conference in Kuala Lumpur centred on some of the deeper strategic and theological questions surrounding sustainability, dependency, risk, and the future of mission within the Global South.

Throughout the day, participants engaged with presentations examining the transition from resource transfer models towards approaches that cultivate local agency, resilience, and long-term economic participation. Discussions also explored the relationship between impact investment, entrepreneurship, institutional responsibility, and the role of faith communities in addressing complex social and economic realities.

A particularly encouraging aspect of the gathering has been the genuinely ecumenical nature of the conversations, bringing together voices from different traditions, sectors, and professional backgrounds, all contributing to a richer and more nuanced dialogue around human flourishing and sustainable development.

The conference continues to provide an important space for serious reflection, practical collaboration, and the exchange of ideas that may help shape more sustainable and contextually grounded approaches to economic empowerment in the years ahead. 🇲🇾

Day one of GSFA’s II Economic Empowerment Track Conference is officially underway in Kuala Lumpur! 🇲🇾We are deeply grate...
21/05/2026

Day one of GSFA’s II Economic Empowerment Track Conference is officially underway in Kuala Lumpur! 🇲🇾

We are deeply grateful to the Diocese of West Malaysia, Bishop Stephen Soe, and the entire team for their wonderful hospitality and warm welcome.

The conference opened with encouraging remarks from our Chairman, Mr Diogo Henriques, who reflected on the importance of building churches and communities that are not only spiritually grounded, but also economically resilient, sustainable, and equipped to serve their local contexts faithfully.

We also heard from speakers and delegates representing Provinces and organisations from across the Global South and beyond, exploring themes of economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, leadership, sustainability, and community transformation.

A very encouraging start to what promises to be a significant few days together.

Please continue to pray for wisdom, fruitful conversations, and lasting impact.

20/05/2026

GSFA II Economic Empowerment Conference, from 20th–24th May, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

This important gathering brings together provincial representatives from Global South Fellowship of Anglican Churches member Provinces, observers, and specialists working in the field of economic empowerment.

Over the coming days, we will be reflecting together on sustainability, entrepreneurship, poverty alleviation, leadership, and the role of the Church in fostering long-term resilience and flourishing communities across the Global South.

It promises to be a deeply encouraging and fruitful time of learning, collaboration, and vision casting together.

Please do pray for our time together, we are excited for what lies ahead.

This week's devotional - Trusting God’s Faithfulness The story of David and Goliath is very familiar. We recall David’s ...
13/05/2026

This week's devotional - Trusting God’s Faithfulness

The story of David and Goliath is very familiar. We recall David’s courage, the giant, or the miraculous victory. But there’s an important part of the story that is easy to overlook.

When Saul questioned David’s ability to fight Goliath, David didn’t defend himself. He didn’t list his strengths, training, or qualifications. Instead, he pointed to God’s faithfulness.

“The Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and from the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.” 1 Samuel 17:37

Saul saw a young shepherd boy standing before a giant warrior. David saw a faithful God who had rescued him in the past. Saul focused on what he could see, and David focused on what he knew to be true about God. That shift in perspective changes everything. David’s confidence was not rooted in his own ability, it was rooted in God’s ability.

As a shepherd, David had already experienced God’s protection while defending his sheep from lions and bears. Those experiences with God in the wilderness became the foundation for his faith on the battlefield. Long before David stood before Goliath, he had learned that God could be trusted and that He was faithful. That’s why David could walk onto the battlefield without Saul’s armor. He was armed with something more powerful, his faith. He would fight the same way he had lived, trusting in the Lord.

Look at where David’s confidence came from when he faced Goliath.
“You come to me with a sword and with a spear and with a javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts…” 1 Samuel 17:45

David understood something powerful - the battle was never about the Giant. Goliath trusted in weapons, size, and intimidation. David trusted in the Lord. Because David remembered God’s faithfulness in the past, he could trust Him to be faithful in the present.

We all face giants. Sometimes they look like fear, anxiety, sickness, financial pressure, broken relationships, disappointment, or uncertainty about the future. It’s easy to become overwhelmed and focus on the problem. But David’s story reminds us to shift our perspective somewhere else.

Think about your own life for a moment:
• Has God ever given you peace in a difficult season?
• Has He provided when you didn’t know what to do?
• Has He forgiven you, healed you, comforted you, or carried you through pain?

The same God who was faithful then is faithful now.

“For I the LORD do not change…” Malachi 3:6
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” Hebrews 13:8
God’s character has not changed. His faithfulness to us is not based on our faithfulness to Him. The God who sustained you in the past is still with you today.
David defeated Goliath because he trusted in the faithfulness of God. The same is true for us. Our history of God’s faithfulness in the past gives us confidence of His faithfulness in the present and in the future.

So whatever giant you are facing today, don’t let your focus be on the giant, shift your perspective and focus on the Lord. Remember who God is and His faithfulness. The God who carried you before will carry you again. Your giant is not bigger than your God.

The Rev. Canon. Shelly Sorem
Assistant Director
New Wineskins Missions Network

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