A record-breaking attendance of 109 golfers enjoyed spectacular weather on the beautiful golf course at the Norwood Hills Country Club. More than 20 corporate and individual sponsors partnered with CFNA to support this special event to garner more than $35,000. We praise God for these blessings!

After golf, happy players and dinner guests gathered to enjoy the Hospitality Hour and a delicious dinner. Pastor Greg Smith welcomed all the participants and the evening program began. The first speaker, Don Juebel gave a strong Christian testimony telling of his dad’s exodus from Nazi Germany. This was followed by the moving and powerful testimony of Gagan Gurung (Click to see some of the current events in his life) reminding all of us of the power of God’s love in Christ to change lives and empower people to reach out to those in need. The evening was made more special by the opportunity to purchase the newly printed biography The Unexpected Missionary which tells the story of Gagan’s life.

What a tremendous blessing to have the largest group ever gathered for this worthwhile benefit tournament that will help resettle new Americans in the Saint Louis area. There are so many challenges as people resettle to a new country, a new language, and a new home. The generosity and love of so many people is such a blessing. Who would believe that newcomers to America will receive the following assistance because of this benefit golf outing?

Health and Wellness Screenings
Life Skills Training
Home Furnishings
Tutoring
English as a Second Language Classes
And, many other helpful programs

Much planning, careful coordination, and many volunteer hours made for a successful and genuinely fun day. Many thanks to the Golf Committee and the leadership of Carol Buckman, Committee Chair.

Donations and gifts continue as this is being written. Once again, thank you all. Our hope and prayer is to continue this tradition next year and expand the wonderful ministry of Christian Friends of New Americans. As always, we trust our gracious Lord and Savior to bless this ministry in building His Kingdom.

By Rev. Eric Erkkinen with Carol Buckman Photos by Ron Virus

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