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September 22, 2015

A Glimpse of the GLS in Yangon, Myanmar

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A Glimpse of the GLS in Yangon, Myanmar

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850 leaders and 90 volunteers gathered for the GLS in Yangon, Myanmar last week. The turn out was great considering the recent flooding situation in the area where a lot of local resources are being put towards crisis relief. The power went out twice during the GLS due to rain, but the team was able to get it back up, and the crowd was gracious and supportive. God blessed leaders through the GLS, and inspired and challenged leaders with leadership and spiritual principles that they can apply to their cultural context.

Thank you for your prayers in Myanmar! Please continue to pray for the three additional events happening in the country this week.

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