This June, Anna and I have an incredible opportunity to bring the love of Christ and the gift of music to Albania! We’re excited to share how God is leading us to serve in this beautiful, predominantly Muslim country, and we’d love for you to partner with us in this mission.
Albania is a nation where only 0.5% of the population identifies as evangelical Christians. It’s a place where the church is small but growing, and there is a great need for encouragement, training, and love. That’s where we come in—and, through your partnership, so do you!
What We’ll Be Doing
During our 10 days in Albania, we’ll be working alongside LoveAlbania.com to serve in the following ways:
- Empowering Women: Anna will lead workshops to equip women with tools to grow in their faith and purpose. Her sessions will provide encouragement and practical ways to navigate life as Christ-followers in their cultural context.
- Reaching Children: We’ll assist in a children’s day camp where we will share Jesus, teach music, piano, and guitar, and bring joy and creativity into their lives. These kids will experience the love of God through fun and learning.
- Equipping Worship Teams: I’ll lead a music worship seminar designed to train musicians and worship leaders to develop their skills and deepen their understanding of worship. This is vital for strengthening local churches and their ability to reach their communities.
- Ministering in Churches: We’ll have the privilege of serving in local churches, using music and teaching to encourage believers and help build their faith.
Why We Need Your Help
To make this mission possible, we are raising $8,000 to cover:
- Flights and travel expenses.
- Seminar materials for musicians, worship teams, and women.
- Supplies for the children’s day camp.
This is more than just a trip—it’s an opportunity to invest in the growth of the church in Albania and help spread the message of Christ in a meaningful way.
How You Can Be Part of This Mission
We’d love for you to partner with us through prayer, financial giving, or both. Here’s how you can help:
- Donate: You can contribute through www.global-ministry.com/donate. Be sure to include a note that says, “Mark & Anna Cole – Albania Trip” so your gift is directed toward this mission. All donations are tax-deductible.
- Pray: Your prayers are vital! Pray for the people we’ll meet, the churches we’ll work with, and the children and musicians we’ll teach. Pray also for our health, safety, and effectiveness in ministry.
- Let Us Know: If you contribute, please send us a quick email at mark.cole@mac.com or text us at 403-966-1871. This allows us to personally thank you and keep you updated on how your generosity is making an impact.
Join Us in Making a Difference
We believe this mission will leave a lasting impact in Albania, and we’re thrilled to have the chance to serve in this way. But we can’t do it without you. Your support—financial and spiritual—will enable us to bring hope, encouragement, and the love of Jesus to this beautiful country.
Thank you for considering joining us in this adventure of faith. Together, we can make a difference for His Kingdom in Albania.
With gratitude,
Mark & Anna Cole
P.S. If you’d like more information or have questions about our trip, feel free to contact us at mark.cole@mac.com or text us at 403-966-1871.
