18/08/2024
Dear beloved in Christ Jesus, We have decided to Change Gospel Truth Fellowship to Go Evangelistic Missions (GEM) Ltd. Due to a collision in the name that couldn't allow us to register officially in Uganda.
I am therefore please to inform you that GEM is our fully registered Organisation through which we shall continue to fulfill the great Commission.
Our Vision:
To be a beacon of light, spreading the love and teachings of Jesus Christ to the unreached communities, transforming lives through the power of the Holistic Gospel.
Our Mission
To passionately proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, equipping and empowering believers to make disciples, serve communities, foster spiritual and economic growth to reduce both spiritual and physical poverty Globally.
Our Values
1. Faith: Trusting in God and believing His Word in all endeavors.
2. Love: Demonstrating Christ’s love through service and compassion.
3. Integrity: Upholding honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in all actions.
4. Excellence: Striving for the biblically accepted standards in ministry and service.
5. Unity: Fostering cooperation and unity within the body of Christ.
6. Service: Serving others selflessly, following Jesus’ example.
7. Innovation: Embracing new methods and technologies to advance the Gospel.
8. Empowerment: Promoting socio-economic developments to uplift communities and eradicate both spiritual and physical poverty.
Objectives
1. Evangelism: Conduct regular outreach programs, crusades, and online evangelistic campaigns to spread the Gospel.
2. Discipleship: Develop robust discipleship programs to nurture new believers and deepen their faith.
3. Community Service: Implement community service projects to meet physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
4. Church Planting: Establish new churches in unreached areas to facilitate worship and fellowship.
5. Leadership Training: Provide leadership training and resources for Community leaders and missionaries.
6. Elderly, Youth and Children's Ministry: Focus on the spiritual growth of young people and support to the elderly through targeted programs and activities.
7. Socio-Economic Empowerment: Develop initiatives that provide education, vocational training, and economic opportunities to eradicate poverty.
Our Strategies
1. Outreach Programs: Organize local and international evangelistic missions, including street evangelism, media outreach, and partnership with local churches.
2. Training Workshops: Conduct workshops, seminars, and conferences for training and equipping believers and leaders.
3. Resource Development: Create and distribute Christian literature, digital content, and Bible study materials.
4. Partnerships: Collaborate with other organizations, ministries, and churches to maximize impact.
5. Use of Technology: Leverage social media, websites, and other digital platforms for evangelism and discipleship.
6. Community Engagement: Establish programs that address social issues like poverty, education, and health, demonstrating Christ’s love in action.
7. Economic Empowerment Programs: Initiate and support projects such as microfinance, small business development, vocational training, and educational scholarships.
8. Job Creation Initiatives: Partner with local businesses and entrepreneurs to create job opportunities for the underprivileged.
Meaning of each word in "Go Evangelistic Missions [GEM]":
Go
• Action and Initiative: The word "Go" implies movement, action, and initiative. It is a command to leave one’s current place and take action.
• Biblical Reference: In Isaiah 6:8, God sought someone to send, and Isaiah answered, "Here I am, send me." Today, as the current generation sent by God, we embrace the command to "Go," representing the Kingdom of God with dedication and purpose.
• It echoes Jesus' command in the Great Commission, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations" (Matthew 28:19), emphasizing the proactive nature of the mission.
Evangelistic
• Spreading the Gospel: "Evangelistic" relates to the act of evangelism, which means sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.
• Proclamation: This involves declaring the message of salvation through Jesus Christ, with the goal of bringing people to the transformative truth of the Good News.
• Focus on Conversion: Evangelistic efforts are primarily concerned with converting individuals to Christianity and fostering a personal relationship with Jesus.
Missions
• Purposeful Outreach: "Missions" refers to organized efforts to spread Christianity, usually by sending missionaries to different areas.
• Global Impact: It implies a broad scope, often international, targeting both local and distant communities.
• Comprehensive Work: Missions encompass various activities including preaching, teaching, community service, church planting, and socio-economic development.
[GEM]
• Acronym: "GEM" is the acronym for Go Evangelistic Missions.
• Symbolism: The word "gem" itself symbolizes something precious and valuable, reflecting the precious nature of the mission’s work in spreading the Gospel and transforming lives.
• Identity: It serves as a concise, memorable identity for the organization, encapsulating its core focus and mission.
Together, "Go Evangelistic Missions [GEM]" communicates a dynamic and proactive organization dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ, transforming lives through evangelism, and making a significant impact on both local and global scales.
