As ONE CHURCH UNDER JESUS, our responsibility is to work with Jesus to reconcile the world back to God (Colossians 1:18-32; 2 Corinthians 5:18).  This means that we must reach out to people, both at home and around the world, with the Good News of Jesus.  For the next few years, FBCMO will be focusing our attention on The Wolof of West Africa.

Here are a few photos and links to help you learn more about these hospitable people with a proud heritage.

Most of the 4 million Wolof of the world live in the country of Senegal.  The population is concentrated in the places highlighted by the purple shading on the map.  Senegal is a country in Africa that is closest to the United States, and it keeps open an open relationship with the U.S.  Each year, the U.S. government contributes millions of dollars to the development of this country.  Senegal is considered a key factor in promoting stability throughout West Africa.

Most of Senegal is located on the dry, dusty border of the Sahara Desert called "The Sahel." As a result, farming is hard and drought and famine are very real experiences for the people.  Peanut farming is the main type of agriculture.  Due to the dry climate, Senegal is known more for its Baobab trees than it is for dense forest or jungle.

We believe that all people everywhere are precious to God!  He has paid a high price through the death of His Son, Jesus Christ, to provide an opportunity for people everywhere to have a relationship with Him through Jesus.  We believe that all people are born outside of a saving relationship with God.  So, it doesn't matter whether a person lives in Senegal or Cincinnati, everyone needs to come to God through establishing a relationship with Jesus Christ.  Because we believe this so strongly, we will pray, give, and go for the Wolof people until they have found real peace with God through Jesus Christ.

To find out more about the Wolof go to www.gowestafrica.org and www.wolof.org

News--Our first team to the Wolof returned home on August 9, 2009!  Here are a few photos from that experience.  Hover over each one to read a short description of what you are seeing!