Preamble

Farsi speaking people are responding positively to the Christian Gospel like never before. They are learning to walk with Jesus and are discovering the joy of fellowship with Him and with His people. For this we praise God! Some are finding their way into established English speaking churches while others are starting new churches. These churches are associated with a number of different denominations. Nevertheless, “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.” Ephesians 4:4-6

The idea of Farsi Christian Ministries was conceived by the church planting leaders of three denominations; Vision Ministries Canada, the Mennonite Brethren of Ontario (also C2C) and the Associated Gospel Churches of Canada. See Appendix A, Values and Statement of Faith. Other denominational leaders have expressed their support for this effort and may also be involved in the future.

From the beginning the desire was to facilitate collaborative evangelism, discipleship and church planting among the Farsi speaking people in Canada from an interdenominational perspective.

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The goals of Farsi Christian Ministries:

To encourage respect; prayer and fellowship among all Farsi speaking churches in Canada and everywhere else on earth, regardless of denomination.

To encourage and facilitate the formation of  Farsi Bible study groups, church  plants and  emerging Persian churches

Any group that is already associated in some way with an evangelical Christian denomination will be actively encouraged to continue with that denomination.

The strategy of Farsi Christian   Ministries:

 Fellowship

Inviting any Farsi believers, leaders and pastors who are interested in extending ministry to Farsi speakers in Canada to a monthly meeting in Toronto for discussion, prayer and Bible learning. Those from greater distances are invited to join by Zoom.

The objective of this gathering is to increase Christian fellowship and positive relationships of trust among Farsi believers​​

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Communication

Listing all known Farsi Churches, Bible study groups or fellowships, as well as English churches that have known groups of Farsi speaking attendees in Canada (who give us permission) on the FCM website.

Listing helpful written and electronic Farsi resources and upcoming events on its website

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Encouragement

Encouraging anyone who is starting or leading a Farsi Bible study and anyone who wishes to start a Farsi speaking church regardless of their denomination by providing coaching either by telephone  or in person

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Support

Providing guidance, coaching and accountability for those who wish to start Bible studies with the support of FCM.

Helping those who wish to start a new church, using the application processes and resources of FCM

The activities of Farsi Christian Ministries are being carried forward by Pastor  Siamak Keramat who is accountable primarily to the Associate Director, Pastor Gord Martin of Vision Ministries Canada with the support of the Ontario Regional Director, C2C Network Trevor  Seath. 

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Pastor Gord Martin: www.vision-ministries.org

Pastor Trevor Seath: https://c2ccollective.com/