Overseas Mission
Where we are:-
The Overseas Mission is centred in the city of Nantes. Nantes has a population of over 500,000 in the Loire Valley in North West France. It is the administrative capital of the region of Loire Atlantic and is one of the most important centres of population in France. (www.nantes-tourisme.com)
Visit the fellowship's website.
Who we are:-
The team consists of:
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Rev Malcolm & Mrs Muriel Ball |
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Andrew & Heather Lytle
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Rev Malcolm & Mrs Muriel Ball have been in Nantes since the mission work was established in 1988. Andrew & Heather joined them in September 2011.
Where we worship:-
The fellowship has been meeting in the same premises since shortly after their arrival in Nantes. It is located in the northern side of the city. The meeting place is easiest found from the ring road. At porte de Rennes, instead of following direction Rennes, follow direction Orvault-Grand Val. This takes you on to route de Rennes. Continue straight for 800yds and the meeting place is on the right at the corner with rue de Reynière. 141 route de Rennes, 44700 Orvault. The latitiude/longitude is: 47.256319°, -1.578733°. (google maps & streetview) Worship is held each Lord's Day at 10.30 in the morning.
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Our publications:-
Reflexions Messenger articles Covenanter Witness articles
How can you help:-
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Prayer
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Visit Nantes and worship with us –
Nantes is a very accessible city. You can now flight direct from Dublin with Ryanair or with other airlines via London. There is plenty of accommodation to choose from in Nantes.
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Take a gap year/career break to work or study in Nantes
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Continue to support the mission financially
Background to the Work:-
The Church in Ireland sent a team of missionaries to this large French city in 1988. A fellowship of believers was established under the ministry of Rev Malcolm Ball and Rev Blair McFarland. These two men shared the preaching until the McFarland family returned to Northern Ireland in 2006. Mr Ball now has full responsibly for the preaching and pastoral care of the fellowship of believers.
The method of contact with the vast population is mainly through literature.
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A broadsheet tract called 'Reflexions' is distributed to 30,000 homes annually. Responses from the Reflexions provide many opportunities for follow-up ministry. Bible studies are held with individuals and with groups. Children's clubs and English classes are offered as a means of developing further contacts. Mission teams from the RPCI and RPCNA visit Nantes to help with outreach. A broadsheet tract called 'Reflexions' is distributed to 30,000 homes annually. Responses from the Reflexions provide many opportunities for follow-up ministry. Bible studies are held with individuals and with groups. Children's clubs and English classes are offered as a means of developing further contacts. Mission teams from the RPCI and RPCNA visit Nantes to help with outreach. |