Volkmarsdorf is a religious melting pot! Here you can find almost any of the world religions: A variety of Islamic groups live here next to Bahai, Buddhist and even Mormons. Even the ancient Iraki Mandaens are here! All of these groups are competing for the attention of the poorest people in Leipzig. In the middle of this community and exactly next to St. Lukes church, you will now also find a brand new sign: “Lutheran Church Mission” Yes, now the Lutheran Church Mission has also arrived in Volkmarsdorf. The day before yesterday we received the key. At this time Pastor Markus Fischer (Pastor in Leipzig) came into the building. In his hands he held a hammer, a nail and a Crucifix. This Crucifix is now facing each person entering the office. Except for this Crucifix our office is still quite empty. We stood under the Crucifix and read the Grand Mission Commission of our Lord Jesus Christ. This was really a special moment to us. Again and again we need to just leave everything and stand under the Cross. His Face is directed at us and at every person coming in and out of this building. Regardless of what may happen to us and what God intends with us in this new venture, everything depends on remaining under the protecting eyes of our Lord Jesus. Pray for us that we may never forget this!

Hugo Gevers, Missionary