As we complete our 75th year of ministry in Ireland, we want to take time to reflect on God’s goodness to us over the years. Some of you have been with us on this exciting journey from the earliest days, others joining more recently. However long you’ve been involved, and in whatever capacity, we trust you’ll rejoice with us that “thus far the Lord has helped us” (1 Samuel 7:12).
Upon reflection, it was our honour and privilege to serve the Lord as National Directors of CEF of Ireland for 16 years. We sincerely appreciated the fellowship, dedication and ministry of our Assistant National Directors, Regional Coordinators, National Office staff, workers, missionaries, as well as various committees and countless volunteers.
We are so thankful for all the children and the young people who were reached with the glorious gospel of Christ and for those who experienced salvation blessing.
The opening of Oceanview Camp Centre in Rossnowlagh, Co Donegal was a marvellous occasion in October 1996.
Throughout the year 2000, CEF of Ireland celebrated its 50th anniversary during which many events took place to glorify God for his faithfulness and blessing. At this time we had nearly 100 workers, missionaries and office staff. The Wonder Book, a 64-page gospel booklet for children, was distributed to every home in Ireland.
The sterling teacher training programme, effective youth ministries, missionary outreach and the production of quality literature were also greatly used by the Lord, as well as the programmes in local areas.
We praise and glorify God for the many lessons he taught us through his Word, confirming Psalm 119:90, that his “faithfulness endures to all generations.”
This article first appeared in our spring 2025 edition of Every Child, the CEF of Ireland quarterly National Newsletter. You can subscribe to a digital or paper copy of Every Child for free by clicking here.