Dear Friends and Family,
This season brings treasured moments with loved ones and celebration of our Savior’s birth. Our hearts are so thankful as we reflect on the year that was. 2025 brought growth, stretching, and grace in many areas of our lives. As we enter this Christmas season, we are reminded that Jesus is the Prince of Peace. He is the calm in the chaos and our anchor in unsteady times. We are believing that 2026 will be a year marked with peace…. in our hearts, family, and the greater world around us.
Provision. We have seen the Lord provide in so many ways this year! Many generous donations, financially from individuals as well as hospital supplies from all over the world, made our work in Chad possible.
Exaltation. Our hearts are filled with exaltation for the many good things God did this year! Our grandson Skip, who was born last Christmas Day, has faced many health difficulties since his birth at 26 weeks gestation. God has been so faithful to little Skip and he continues to grow and develop despite the challenges he faces. He brings us much joy with his big smiles and is a testament to God’s goodness! We also shared treasured family time in July when we had all our children and grandchildren together in one place— a rare treat!
Acceptance. This year we have been challenged to trust God through uncertain times. Bert’s health (diagnosis of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy or PSP ) has been challenging which has forced him to pause and slow down. The Lord has taught us to accept the unexpected and to learn to be dependent on Him in every season of life.
Connection. Our ministry in Africa centers around connection… connections
through medical care and through relationships with the ultimate goal that the Chadians we work with will come to know and be connected to Jesus! This year we saw new connections forming with the leaders of the village where the hospital is located, within the hospital team and also amongst the missionaries on the field.
Empathy. Empathy and God’s call have driven us in our ministry in Africa over the last 39 years. We know God cares and sees the people of Chad, the third poorest country in the world. This year we had a renewed sense of God’s heart for His people and are inspired to do what we can in 2026 to provide health and spiritual care for those who need it most.
Thank you for walking with us— we are so grateful for you! We pray peace over your Christmas season and God’s steady presence over the year ahead!
In Him,
Bert and Debbie Oubre
Luke 2: 14
