THE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF MYANMAR
The
Congregational Church of Myanmar (formerly Burma) is the newest
international mission project to be sponsored by The Missionary
Society. Christian missionaries first arrived in Burma during the
1500’s and again in the 18th
century but with little result for their efforts.
During the 1800’s other missionaries, including Adoniram Judson
(Haystack Meeting), arrived in Myanmar. Gradually, Christianity
began to take hold – especially among tribal groups. During the
1960’s, foreign-born missionaries were expelled from Myanmar. Today
Christian mission efforts are being served by indigenous
missionaries.
The Congregational
Church of Myanmar was founded in June of 2000 through the Rev. Sa
Do. The mission is committed to preaching the Word through local
churches. Therefore, church planting is at the forefront of CCM
ministries. Since its inception, CCM has planted four churches that
minister to those who have converted to the Christian faith. Five
pastors and seven mission workers share the Gospel message with the
churches and those served on the mission fields. Mission workers and
pastors do not receive salaries but rely primarily on the generosity
of those they serve. In addition to worship and evangelism, CCM
oversees the following mission ministries:
• Personal
Evangelism • Discipleship Training
• Christian Tract
Ministry • Preschool Education
• Church Planting •
Primary Healthcare Programs
Myanmar’s
population is approximately 43 million people. Population estimates
take into account an excess mortality rate due to AIDS. Malaria is
an additional major health concern for the population and
government. The median age in Myanmar is 26 years. The major
religion is Buddhist (89%) followed by Christianity with 4%, and
Muslim with 4%. Other religions make up the remaining 3% of the
population.
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