Lutheran Hour Ministries offers an extensive library of topical Project Connect booklets in the United States that connect God’s Word to a variety of real-life issues. Many of these booklets are translated into various local languages by LHM ministry centers around the globe based on the relevance of issues facing a specific culture.
Mongolia has one of the world’s highest rates of alcoholism. It is a leading cause of disease and death within the country and is responsible for tearing many Mongolian families apart. One of LHM—Mongolia’s recent outreach visits addressed the critical need for translating a booklet related to battling alcoholism.
LHM staff met a 53-year-old widow who had been married to an alcoholic. They had two sons together and tragically the older son passed away last year from heart failure due to complications from his own battle with alcohol. She is now forced to rely on the generosity of her younger son for her survival.
When the LHM team visited with her, they noticed that her ger (a traditional Mongolian home) was not well insulated for the winter; therefore, they came back with necessary materials such as felt to winterize it for her. While they were there, they invited neighbors over and shared tea while having conversations about the Gospel, hoping to bring her some comfort and community. At the conclusion of their visit, she shared that despite the difficulties she faces in life, she knows God has a plan for her. The team is now working to connect her to a local church so she can grow in her newfound faith.