About Us

Thank you for visiting our website and for your support as we gear up for ministry in Botswana.

Debbie and I have been full time youth pastors for the last 11 years. We were on staff at Kelso First Assembly in Kelso Washington with Pastor David Phillips for the last 6 years. We always knew that at some point we would head to the mission field but didn’t know when. We sensed a green light from the Lord about 2 years ago and started down that road for approval from the World Missions Board. We were approved April ’04 and have been in full itineration(fundraising) mode ever since.

We are going to live in Francistown, a community in the northern territory of the Republic of Botswana . Botswana sits right on top of the country of South Africa. One of our focuses is to establish extension sites of the Bible College, which is located in the southern part of the country. These outposts will provide adequate pastoral and leadership training for the churches in the entire northern region. We will also help the national church with education, prevention, and awareness with the AIDS epidemic. 4 out of 10 people in Botswana are infected with HIV/AIDS. The average life span is 34yrs and decreasing rapidly. The Church in Botswana needs a strong injection of faith and hope. God has placed a burden in our hearts for this area and people.

Thank you so much for your heart and effort for missionaries. Without you world vision and support this dream could not become a reality. If and when you think of us please pray for our safety and endurance. We appreciate all the prayer support and monthly financial support also.

We look forward to staying in contact with you and sharing the new developments along the way, via this site. May God continue to greatly bless you and your family.

Blessings,
Matt and Debbie Mann & Family