Conscience Captive to the Word of God
With 2021 marking the 500th anniversary of Professor Martin Luther’s courageous stand before the emperor, 18 April 1521, we organised and hosted the Reformation 500 Conscience Captive to the Word of God Conference. Conscience Captive to the Word of God was a recurring theme for many of our services, seminars, radio and TV programmes.

​Ministry Milestones
This year also marked 30 years of Africa Christian Action and to mark this we hosted the Faith, Family and the Future Conference on Ascension Day. 2021 also marked 30 years of conducting Biblical Worldview Summits. This year also marked a major milestone with South Sudan celebrating their 10th anniversary of Independence after a successful struggle for self-determination and secession.

I continue to be involved in sword-fighting, archery, target shooting and hiking and enjoy taking my grandsons on adventurous expeditions in the forest, up the mountain and through the rivers.
 
We look forward to all the new possibilities and projects of the new year. We are about to start a new Biblical Worldview Summit and shortly after that are expecting another container shipment of 18 tonnes of Bibles and books to sort through, categorise and designate.
 
Thank you very much for all your love, prayers, encouragement and support.
 
May God continue to be your joy and strength.
 
Africa for Christ!

Peter Hammond
peter@frontline.org.za

Designing with DANIELA

Greetings to you all and a wishing you a wonderful New Year! What a great hope the new year brings. This has not been an easy year, but it has been a meaningful one. Amongst the heartache, there was a lot of good in this year as well. Only by God’s grace.  ​

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​Dearest Friends and Family!

“Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His Name.”
— Psalm 100:4

Most of you will remember that I lost my dear Mother just over one year ago. I must say I am so grateful that she was able to join my Father in Heaven before the lockdown absurdities began. It would have made my nine weeks in the US almost unbearable as I would not have been able to visit her or care for her. My parents left me the money that came from the sale of their home and this has gone straight in to enlarging our Mission House here in Cape Town. We have been able to go up and build into our roof attic space to add a large, multipurpose meeting hall, equipped with glass shelving for our Missions Museum, four bedrooms, a recording studio, a kitchenette and two bathrooms. The main kitchen was also quite outdated and much of the equipment did not work anymore, so I am particularly happy we are able to update this. We are naming it 
THE UPPER ROOM – Bathman Memorial Hall. We were able to host our first Thanksgiving Dinner in our new hall this year and it was indeed a joyous time of thanking the Lord for the multiple blessings He has bestowed upon us as a Mission and as a Family.

We look forward to having a proper Dedication Service for our beautiful new additions once my sister Debbie can travel down to celebrate with us.

As this tumultuous year comes to an end, we want to express our thanks for your friendship over these many years. We are grateful for your support, encouragement and prayers. Thank you for being an extension of our ministry and for rejoicing with us in all He has seen fit to accomplish.

Wishing you a blessed Advent Season as we celebrate His Incarnation and the inexpressible joy and hope this gives us as Christians.

— Lenora Hammond   ​

Bad Times are Good for Spiritual Work
Despite the Lockdown lunacy and unprecedented travel restrictions of 2020, we managed to adapt, persevere and remain productive. Responding to the Revolutionary agenda advanced in the name of combatting a virus, I received many radio and TV interview opportunities through an array of online platforms, including Skype, Zoom, We-Transfer, Podbean and Audacity. 

Digital Discipleship
We greatly increased our online ministry, making available hundreds of tracts, articles and other evangelistic and discipleship resources digitally. Twenty-nine of my books are now available as E-books. Numerous of our Manuals and Handbooks are now available as free PDF’s online. We completed a Visual Tour of our Christian Liberty Bookshop, to mark 25 years of providing resources for Reformation and Revival and Textbooks for Home Educators. Our Mission is maintaining 19 active websites with over 300,000 articles and links.

New Videos
Christopher produced a fast-moving Literature4Africa video, documenting the offloading of two containers on the same day, during level 4 of the lockdown. Volunteer from KwaZulu, Ndumiso, produced Bibles for Africa; Life Chain 2020 and Home Education video documentaries, which involve numerous interviews and provide visual insights and inspiration for these ministries. We uploaded another 113 additional videos onto our Vimeo Channel this year, most of those being lectures of mine from our Biblical Worldview Summit, Great Commission Course, Home Education events and weekly Reformation Society lectures. 

New Audios
We also uploaded another 104 sermons and lectures onto our SermonAudio page (which now has 919 messages available online). Most of these would be Reformation Society lectures and Livingstone Fellowship sermons of mine. We now have over 202,000 listeners on our SermonAudio channel. 

Audio Visuals
This year, we uploaded another 32 of my PowerPoints onto SlideShare, making a total of 272 presentations available. Total views and downloads were 109,000 this year.

Christian Action
Alongside my responsibilities running Frontline Fellowship, I am also the Director of Africa Christian Action and this involved organising the National Day of Repentance march to Parliament, the Life Chain in October, the Women’s Day Missions in the Mall Outreaches in August, regular Salt and Light Radio programmes and the Christian Action magazine. 

Reformation to Restricted Access Areas
As Principal of the William Carey Bible Institute, I have continued to add lecture notes, manuals, textbooks and audio visual resources onto our WilliamCareyBI.com website, which is freely available online for Restricted Access Areas and Home Educators worldwide. 

Rhodesia Ministry
As Chairman for the Flame Lily Foundation – Cape Peninsula (FLF-CP), I serve as Chaplain for the Rhodesia Remembrance Services, Editor of The Fish Eagle and now contributing Editor to the Rhosarian Magazine. We have regular monthly meetings in Fish Hoek and were heavily involved in the battle over Rhodes Memorial, which was vandalised. Through the efforts of Friends of Rhodes Memorial, which we helped start, the memorial was fully restored in time for Heritage Day. FLF-CP is also involved in helping Rhodesian pensioners and preserving the heritage of Rhodesia. To this end, we have begun a Rhodesia Heritage Library at Livingstone House. We also contribute regularly to the Rhodesians Worldwide magazine and Reclaiming Rhodesia.

Milestones
This year marked my 60th birthday, 40 years since the Grahamstown Evangelistic Mission and 20 years since the great Penguin Rescue of 2000. Articles, videos and PowerPoints have been presented on these events. 

Cape Independence Movement
I was also asked to start the Cape Independence Forum. I regularly chair meetings by Zoom with different role players working for self-determination, secession and independence for a Free and Independent Cape of Good Hope. To this end, I have produced a number of articles and presentations, including: A Case for Cape Independence; Successful Secession in the Bible and History; and Eyewitness to Successful Secession Movements. The Cape Independence Handbook is now freely available online. We have seen tremendous growth in the Cape Independence movement in 2020, including CapeXit growing from 10,000 members to over 600,000 by the end of this year. I have conducted meetings to USAF at Dalbarton in Zuidland, spoken at the CapeXit Conference and AGM as well as a number of Cape Independence events. The recent Stellenbosch March for Independence was very successful with a variety of movements and groups cooperating effectively together. I have had numerous radio and TV Interviews internationally.

I have also made much progress with my book: Frontline – Behind Enemy Lines for Christ. During Lockdown, I introduced Sword P.T. and Rifle P.T. at home and am now training young home educators in sword fighting skills. 
We are looking forward to the new year with many new possibilities and projects in the field, large quantities of Bibles and books are prepositioned for distribution in Sudan, the Livingstone House building extensions are progressing and the Biblical Worldview Summit at the beginning of January.

Thank You

Thank you so very much for all your love, prayers, encouragement and support. May God continue to be your joy and strength.

Africa for Christ!
Peter Hammond
peter@frontline.org.za

Designing with DANIELA
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Warm greetings to all and blessed wishes for the Christmas season! I’m sure we can all agree that it has been a year unlike any other. It started out very well with the Biblical Worldview Summit followed by the Great Commission Course which is always the best way to start the year! I especially enjoy exploring my city with friends, learning more about God, going on outreaches and hiking. 

The year was going very well until the unexpected happened! We heard about the virus spreading overseas, but we didn’t think it would come and affect us in Cape Town, at least not so quickly and drastically. Art and design jobs were suddenly getting cancelled, events that I was adverting, doing art for and marketing were cancelled. Coaching at the ice rink was put on hold. I lost my part-time job. Freelance work was cancelled. Things weren’t looking so good. The future seemed uncertain. I was discouraged. 

Knowing pretty much everyone in the world was experiencing a similar kind of Lockdown made it a bit easier, because we were all in this together. It was a really good time to slow down and catch up on all those things you never take the time for. It also brought my family closer together. We were able to slow down and enjoy each other’s company. We created some new traditions and learnt some new skills. It helped me remember what’s important and to be more grateful for all of our freedoms. It created a whole new respect for those who fought for our freedoms and to never take those freedoms forgranted. 

When things started to open up again, I got more and more freelance design work coming my way – more than I had had before! A great blessing this year was applying for and being chosen for a full-time position from the UK that I can do from home! It really was a gift from God. It is wonderful to be able to still design and create art as well as be close to my family and have the flexibility to still be involved at the Mission. I am also a part of a wonderful Marketing team for the upcoming Biblical Worldview Summit. 

In asmuch as it was a year of unfortunate, unexpected events, it was also a year of great change for the better! I greatly look forward to next year and all we must do to fight the good fight of Faith. May God bless you all richly. Thank you so much for your prayers and continued support to our family!

— Daniela

FILM MAKING with CHRISTOPHER
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Twenty twenty. Wow. This is not a year I want to repeat in the near future. I think it’s pretty safe to say it has been a year full of surprises. I also think it’s fair to say that everyone’s ambitions and plans for this year have been turned upside down!  

Like most people, I have fallen victim as an online student for the year. I have had to swiftly adapt to online studies for the majority of this year. This has been hard grunt work as 75% of the studies I am exploring are practical based. One can imagine how frustrating and mind-numbing this can be. On the other hand, it has given me flexibility to campaign out into the freelancing community. I’m still settling into this role and it has been a great opportunity for self growth.

 As hard as lockdown was, I couldn’t have asked for a better family and support group to get me through it. I am beyond grateful for parents who support and love me and for siblings who also have my back. God is good and I am trusting him for a more productive and fruitful year ahead.  

For all of your prayers, we appreciate it so much and we say thank you! I humbly ask for your continued prayers as I tackle my final year of studies next year in the creative field where far left and progressive liberal way of thinking is shoved down our throats! God is good and faithful to those who are rooted in His Word.


“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and He will make straight your paths” — Proverbs: 3:5-6

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you a blessed Christmas and a joyous New Year.

 — Christopher

COACHING with CALVIN
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I think we can all agree that the plans and aspirations we prepared for 2020 did not come about in a way that we expected. The words “perspective” and “gratefulness”, and the deep meaning behind them are what I am taking from this year. 
As humans, we often need extreme circumstances or events to initiate a wake-up call or realization of what we need to fix in ourselves. We often fail to take notice of our little character traits or habits that can be negative for the people around us.

I am grateful for having a family that loves, supports and challenges me everyday to be better and to be grateful. This year has given me perspective on what is actually important and what is not. I often find myself dwelling over things that do not deserve such attention. Keeping God first, and family close, was the key to surviving and making the most of this year. 

In spite of the Covid Lockdown regulations, I was able to finish my first year towards a Diploma in Sports Management and I am looking forward to another year of studies in Sports Science, as well as continuing to chase my ambitious goals in the sports of running and swimming. 

When the schools allow, I will be able to continue coaching in water polo, cross country and hockey. I have also started a fitness program for the missions interns and any willing staff at our Mission. I am, as always, looking forward to our Biblical Worldview Summit in January and the interesting people I meet. 

Thank you for your friendship and the support you extend to our family


 — CALVIN

The COMBS CORNER
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A lot of reflection has taken place this year. Everyone has been forced to reevaluate their lives, their priorities, and how they use their time. I’m encouraged by this quote by C.S. Lewis, “When we lose one blessing, another is often most unexpectedly given in its place.”

We’ve all lost something too - some far more than others. Whether it be our jobs, loved ones, security, a sense of routine or familiarity, 2020 has taken from each of us in unique ways. It has also, however, given many of us something precious: perspective.

There’s joy amidst the sorrow and contentment despite cancellations. As a family, we are so grateful for the (imposed) slower pace. We needed it far more than we cared to admit, and I believe much of the world did too. While postponed plans left us frustrated, the mandated time of “quarantine” simultaneously left us rested.

As a family, we grew closer and became far more aware of how quickly our boys are growing up (and out of all their clothes)! Hunter and I also grew in our love and appreciation for one another. (After all, if we can make it through Level 5 Lockdown restrictions with two busy boys, we can make it through anything!) Our desire to be more intentional with the way we spend our days has carried us through this year. We realized how little we truly needed and were reminded how much God had blessed us with.

Hitting the Ground Running
Our annual Biblical Worldview Seminar (BWS) began in January, days after arriving in Cape Town from our two-month stay in Arizona! The two-week long Great Commission Course (GCC) followed, with an intensive schedule focusing on putting feet to your faith in outreaches and practical sessions. This action-packed, practical, mind-stretching course is a highlight of each year. Hunter was essential in the running of both and thoroughly enjoyed meeting and ministering with many young and eager believers.

Don’t Panic: It’s a Pandemic
It wouldn’t be an accurate recap of 2020 if we didn’t mention the infamous pandemic that has plagued our globe this year. Although our occupation as missionaries was greatly impacted by the national Lockdown we endured, there was a serious shift in focus that may have never come to be had we not taken the time to reevaluate our focus here in Cape Town.

Once our lockdown restrictions were loosened, Hunter began to minister more intentionally in the unreached community where he had been building relationships for the previous two years. Although modern technology allows for communication from afar, nothing quite beats having tea or coffee in someone’s living room while discussing Jesus and Scripture.

The Lockdown unleashed a vision and a fire within Hunter that has spurred on countless conversations and fruitful friendships, in a part of town where very few have dared to go. Hunter also forged an alliance with other Believers and laborers who have been called to work in the same neighborhood. Together, they have been able to be more effective in their ministry there, and we are excited to see what the future holds!

Only 0.5% (half of one percent) of the people group that he is working among have been reached with the Gospel. Although many of these people have grown up knowing Christians, they are deeply entrenched in their culture and religion. It is very hard soil, but it is the Lord who nurtures growth. They are planting and watering but trusting that, in the Lord’s timing, we will see a great harvest for the glory of Christ.

It’s been a blessing to see how enthused Jeremy gets on the days he is able to join Hunter and the team on their outreaches. As a young, gregarious boy, he has been able to open literal doors that would have otherwise been closed to them. We are certain these are memories Jeremy will cherish as he grows up, just as Hunter cherishes training Jeremy up in the “family business.”

Jeremy Christopher
Our oldest has grown dramatically this year! Lockdowns and limited movement haven’t stopped Jeremy from outgrowing all of his clothes or his beloved balance bike. He has developed and learned so much, gaining more independence and responsibility around the house, confidence in his ability to lead as a big brother, graduating to a pedal bike (“without training wheels”), and learning how to read. He continues to be our inquisitive, intellectual, loquacious, social, hyper organized, gentle, cautious, imaginative child – with some mildly OCD tendencies.

Jeremy’s extra-curricular activity of choice is being a “ninja” at his Ninja classes where he learns a mixture of gymnastics, martial arts, obstacle course training, and freestyle movement. This has been a special activity he gets to enjoy with his Noni each week.

Joshua Ellis
Josh is firmly planted in his role as our wild, free-spirited child. Not only does he keep up with his older brother, he often spurs Jeremy on with his energetic nature! Despite being a serious mama’s boy, Josh thrives when exploring new places with Jeremy by his side.
 
It’s rare to see our Joshie Bear without a smile on his face. His joyful personality is infectious, bringing a lively energy to our home. His vocabulary is growing daily as he attempts to join more of our family discussions… even though he’ll never outtalk his brother. Josh has also proven to be just as strong-willed as Jeremy (if not more so), loves playing with all wheeled vehicles and soccer balls, and delights when any living creature crosses his path (especially cats and dogs)!

With his physical strength, agility, grit, and independence, it’s hard to believe Josh is only two years old. He began his own venture of “Baby Ninja” classes a few months ago. The “Mom and Tots” setting encourages their burgeoning gymnastics skills! As expected, Josh absolutely thrives in this physically challenging environment with his toddler peers.

Wilderness Wandering
In August, our family was gifted with the opportunity to stay in a remote holiday home by the beach in Wilderness. Since there weren’t enough beds to house nine of us, my parents and siblings took the first week in the house and our little family took the second. It was an unexpected and extraordinary chance to reset from our daily routine! Just five hours away from Cape Town, and yet Wilderness is a far cry from city life. Nestled atop the dunes directly above the ocean, it was a glorious place to stay! We would never tire of hearing the waves crashing on the shore outside our bedroom window.
 
Every sunny day was another occasion to walk down to the rock pools so our boys could play, protected by the tide. On the cooler, rainier days, we explored nearby towns and visited the Wolf Sanctuary and Knysna Elephant Park. Jeremy and Josh absolutely relished their new surroundings and adventures to new places. We were all spoiled by the unobstructed ocean views and could have easily gotten used to the slower pace. We all agree it was a big highlight of 2020, and we could not be more grateful for this generous gift of family time away. Hunter also had the encouraging experience of sharing a message on Abraham and the sacrifice of Isaac (Genesis 22) at Wilderness Christian Fellowship. It was an absolute blessing to have been welcomed into this community of Believers.

From Four to FIVE
The myriad of unexpected surprises continues to be the theme of 2020. God has seen fit to bless our family with a THIRD baby boy (due May, 2020). Although the timing was not our own, once the shock wore off we were thrilled at the thought of welcoming another sweet baby into our family. Before we knew whether we were expecting a son or a daughter, Jeremy would pray a heartfelt prayer each night asking God to give him another baby brother. His excitement when we learned his prayer was answered in his favor was absolutely priceless! In the midst of my Mom’s ongoing battle with cancer, this was a welcome, joyful surprise!

Teaching Biblical Interpretation
In September, Hunter began teaching a three-part Biblical interpretation class. He had a keen group of participants who were eager and ready to learn. He assigned six homework assignments for them to help lead them through the interpretive process. Although it was a challenge to mark assignments, Hunter said, he’s genuinely missed being in a classroom setting, studying God’s Word together with other believers.

Searching for a Home to Call our Own
We still are praying and trusting the Lord for a house our family can purchase. It has been a real blessing living rent free for the past two (plus) years in Cape Town, but we are at a stage where it will be essential for us to have our own house. Andrea and I have wanted to buy a house for our family to use as a ministry base for community, fellowship, outreach, and missions training.
 
We would love to have a model of a small house church that meets in our home and reaches out on a weekly basis to the lost. This model would make it much easier to invite those seeking answers about Jesus into a Christian community where they can experience what it means to be a part of the body of Christ. This would be a model for those going into unreached countries and communities to be able to start a Christian fellowship where they would reduplicate this home church model. 

However, since we don’t get monthly “paychecks” in South Africa, it makes it difficult to meet the numerous qualifications for bank loans. This means one of our best options for financing a house would be through private loan/s and/or donations OR raising our monthly income enough to accommodate making monthly house payments. At this point, we still need to raise roughly $2,500-$3,000 additional monthly support in order to cover the monthly costs of owning a home. We ask that you would join us in prayer and for the Lord’s hand of guidance as we continue to step out in faith.

We currently have our eye on a couple of homes in our suburb that would be ideal for our ministry and for our growing family. As we are about to welcome our third boy into the family, it is becoming even more critical that we find a place we can grow into. Thank you for your continued prayers and support!

Peace on Earth
Our prayer for these upcoming days, weeks, and months is that you would find peace and rest in this season of separation from society – a pause from the incessant “play, play, play” of life. May God continue to be your joy and strength as many of us struggle with sickness and fear. We serve a God whose voice calms the raging seas of this world. A viral outbreak is not outside the realm of His control.

“Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord” — Luke 2:10-11
 
Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas season and a joyous New Year! May 2021 be filled with God’s blessings for you and yours. Thank you for your faithful love, friendship, and support. Without you, we could not do the work God has called us to. We thank God for you!

With much love in Christ — Hunter, Andrea, Jeremy, Joshua and baby #3

Lenora is feeling significantly better today.
The nausea is almost gone and she says the pain is dramatically decreased.
 
Although she is still in acute pain, the medication is making everything far more bearable.
One of the doctors spoke to my daughter, Andrea and said that: “humanly speaking, barring Divine Intervention,” her mother may only have a matter of a few months to live.
 
By God’s grace, we have beaten the odds before. The specialists told us that our son, Christopher, could not survive more than a few months after birth. Yet, we celebrated his 25th birthday last year. He is fit and healthy and a trophy of God’s grace and answers to prayer. Lenora has been battling cancer since 2010. They did not expect her to live more than a few years at that initial diagnosis in 2010. Lenora is a survivor.
 
Now that Lenora’s body has so violently reacted to the radiation treatment, we are encouraging her to go the alternative route. However, the oncologist is still recommending targeted radiation to shrink the cancer in the bones.
 
We are looking forward to having Lenora back home, especially as the hospital is not allowing any visitors at all. It has been very lonely for Lenora in isolation at the hospital.
 
Thank you for standing with us in prayer.
 
May God continue to be your joy and strength, especially as we seek God for His grace, mercy and intervention.
 
“But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us. We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed - always carrying about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body.” 2 Corinthians 4:7-10
 
Yours in His love and service
 
Peter Hammond
Frontline Fellowship
P.O. Box 74 Newlands 7725
Cape Town South Africa
mission@frontline.org.za
www.FrontlineMissionSA.org
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Dearest Friends and Family!
 
  “‘For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,’ says the LORD.” — Isaiah 55:8
 
Isaiah summed up the year 2019 quite accurately for me! I certainly had no idea what a tumultuous year was ahead. Knowing, Loving and Serving God makes the paths we navigate daily so much more secure. Understanding that His purposes and plans are not always ours is not something to fear but to actually look forward to.
 
In March I was in Arizona with my mother and between my sister Debbie from Austria and I, we were able to arrange for her home to be sold in record time and to move Mom to an independent living facility. She had her own apartment there and in a sense felt she was given a new lease on life.

Upon my return home in April we were given the news that my cancer has spread into my bones. My hip was treated with radiation. As I am Stage Four now, I am considered incurable. But again I am reminded of the God we serve.
 
I had planned to return to Arizona for a visit with Mom in September, but was urgently called there earlier as Mom was hospitalized. By the time I arrived towards the end of July she was in the Cardiac Unit and I then facilitated the move to a Skilled Nursing Facility. Mom did well with the rehab, but at the same time she felt incapable of facing life on her own in her apartment again. Dad was a ‘larger than life’ kind of person and the gap he left just seemed too large to fill. Mom was always encouraged by Psalm 91: “He will cover you with His feathers and under His wings you will find refuge.” She referred to this verse as ‘God’s Featherbed promise’. So at this point she decided she was ready to begin her heavenly journey home. Debbie joined us and helped with the task of taking care of the administrative aspects. ​

Mom and I shared very sweet times of fellowship together in her last two months. We spent each day reading together, or listening to uplifting music. She was content and very much at peace. Debbie rejoined me after Mom had peacefully passed away and we laid her to rest right next to Daddy on September 23rd at the Military Cemetery. Mom was given a Nurses Honor Guard, which gives tribute to the service Nurses offer.  So while this was one of the hardest things I have ever done, I was also filled with a sense of harmony that she was with her Heavenly Father and joined again with Daddy.
 
Debbie and I tied up all the loose ends and closed a 43-year chapter of Mom and Dad’s lives based in Arizona. I myself had lived there for 12 years and there was a real sense of finality for me. We still have really cherished friendships in Arizona and without them I would never have coped. So many aspects of support were shared with Debbie and I and we are grateful God allowed them to minister to us during this difficult time. From transportation to housing and hospitality, we were showered with love and support. I was also blessed with being able to join a Dragon Boat Team for their practices at Tempe Town Lake several times a week. This helped me immensely during this difficult time in Arizona.
 
Upon my return home to Cape Town, after a 9-week absence, I sadly received further news of my cancer metastasizing. New lesions have been found on my skull and spine and treatment will include radiation to my spine and a course of oral chemo therapy.
 
But in the midst of loss and sadness, God has blessed us with having our family here with us. Having our son in law Hunter and daughter Andrea, with Grandsons Jeremy and Joshua living in Cape Town, and having all our adult children still around is such a comfort. So very many of our South African peers have adult children now living in all corners of the Globe. They hardly ever see their children
and grandchildren any more.
 
Thank you for your generous friendship, love and support. I am grateful to each and everyone one of you who take the time to pray for us and to write notes of encouragement. Despite the weariness of this year, I look forward with hope and anticipation at all God will choose to use us for in His Service.
May the peace only Christ can offer be yours as you celebrate His Incarnation.
 
— Lenora Hammond   
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Momentous Milestones
It was 40 years ago that I stood up in 6 South African Infantry (6SAI) base and declared “I love the Lord Jesus Christ with all my heart. I want to honour and serve Him during my next two years here. If anyone else would like to join me for Bible study and prayer each night, please see me afterwards.” That stand led to the birth of Frontline Fellowship. Since then I have smuggled and distributed over a milion Bibles and books in over 100 languages into Communist and Muslim countries throughout Africa.
 
This year, Lenora and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary. Shortly after that we were ministering behind the Iron Curtain with Lenora’s parents into Czechoslovakia, Yugoslavia, Hungary and Romania. Later that momentous year we saw the Fall of the Berlin Wall, the Collapse of the Iron Curtain and the toppling of communist dictators like Ceasescue in Romania.
 
10 years ago Lenora donated her kidney to our son, Christopher, who achieved his Black Belt in Karate shortly afterwards and has represented South Africa at four international events, including in America, Germany and Switzerland, where he earned two bronze medals – all on his mother’s kidney.
 
It is a joy to have all our four children and two grandchildren at home and involved in our Mission, camps, courses, outreaches and projects. Daniela, Christopher and Calvin were group leaders and PT instructors at our BWS Camp. Daniela joined me on the South Africa Mission, which included school assembly presentations and outreaches while I was speaking at the Minister’s Conference and Back to the Bible Conference. Christopher is a tremendous help with filming, editing and IT / COMS work. There have been times that he single handedly handled our complex network even in times of crisis with our websites and systems under attack. Christopher stayed at the Coms office late into the night until our system was restored.
 
Hunter has been a tremendous blessing to the Mission and is a vital part of our leadership team. Andrea joined me in presenting lectures on Classical English Literature for Home education. Calvin did well in his debut interviewing me for our From the Frontline radio podcast. The whole family is involved in our Marches for Life, Life Chains, Missions in the Malls, Literature4Africa off-loading and sorting of tonnes of Bibles and books and so many other activities, projects and outreaches. Please visit www.FrontlineMissionSA.org to view our new video Missions to the Nuba Mountains of Sudan to see just one of the projects Hunter and Christopher were involved in.
 
Bad times are good for spiritual work. We are surrounded by crime, violence, riots, threats and danger, along with tremendous needs and opportunities to reach and teach, evangelise and disciple. It is in dark times that God’s light shines brightest. We have urgent invitations for ministry throughout Africa. Please join with us in prayer for the resources to respond effectively to these opportunities to serve persecuted Christians, Evangelise in conflict areas, train leaders, work for Reformation and pray for Revival.
Africa for Christ!

​DESIGNING, DANCING & ICE SKATING with DANIELA
 
A very Merry Christmas and many blessings for the New Year to you all! May we never take for-granted all that God has given us.
 
2019 has been one of the best years of my life so far. It started in the right way, setting the tone for the year. We had friends visiting from Mozambique and America before the end of 2018 so we celebrated New Years Eve together. Just before midnight, we went outside to watch the fireworks that we could see coming from the Waterfront. We then prayed for the upcoming year and for Cape Town. The very next day we hiked up Table Mountain! This was a first time for our visitors and I was the one leading – which was a bit daunting. We only made one small wrong turn and made it to the top victoriously! It became very cold and rained a bit
so we took the cable car down which was an experience in itself.
 
A few days later the Biblical Worldview Summit commenced. I have done these camps for as long as I have been alive and they are always my highlight of the year! Each camp is different and improves every year. I am looking forward to this coming BWS 2020 where I will be helping with small group leadership and PT. In March I joined my Dad’s team for the South Africa Mission. I helped with presenting Africa Christian Action presentations at schools and conferences and handling book tables. It was so good to be apart of a superb team, serving others and learning.
 
This year I taught my first Beginner Watercolour Workshop! Having been taught watercolour from a young age, I am enjoying being able to use it in my career! 

​I enjoyed hosting and taking around Cape Town some out of town friends from Germany, Mozambique, America & South Africa. In my church, I felt a call to help with Sunday School, which has been so rewarding! You learn so much from preparing the lessons and I have enjoyed getting to know the children.
It is also a joy to have two nephews close by! God has blessed me with wonderful Christian friends. I also
had the opportunity to go to Europe for a two week adventure. I met up with friends from the UK in Amsterdam for a dance exchange and then went over to England to visit friends and do another dance exchange event in Edinburgh. I loved exploring the castles and learning about various cultures and traditions! 
 
I am very grateful for all the opportunities and lessons I experienced this year. Thank you all so much for all your much needed love, prayers, & support. May God bless you richly! Lots of love, Daniela

FILM MAKING with CHRISTOPHER

2019 has marked the half way point of my 4-year BA undergraduate program in Motion Picture Medium. This year has definitely tested my faith as I am surrounded by secularism and liberalism on a daily basis. Controversial discussions about History and Art take place in lectures and debates. Most of the groups I have worked in chose to deal with the darker side of morality. Please join me in prayer that I will continue to walk my faith and witness faithfully for the Lord. I would really like to be able to make films that honour God. With that being said I have learnt so much and am grateful for the practical experience I am gaining. In 2019 alone, I have completed eight discipline subjects including, Directing, Screen-writing, Editing, Visual Effects, Sound Design, Music Media Production, Cinematography and Data-Management.
 
This time last year I was busy with a 2-week shoot, assisting in the lighting department for a new South African Afrikaans series ‘Alles Malan’. This was hugely demanding physically as the days were very busy and long! Call time (the time when people are expected to start work on a film set) would normally be between 04:30 to 06:00am and wrap time would often be after 20:00 hours! This was a huge opportunity for me and I am really grateful for the exposure and lessons learned.
 
During Term breaks, I volunteer at the Mission in our IT / AV department. I enjoy helping wherever I am needed, particularly in creating content for our AV or film department. We are praying for the Lord to see fit to send us more volunteers and Missionaries with IT skills to help our ever growing Media department at Frontline Fellowship.
 
The second part of the year saw Frontline Fellowship produce a short documentary on the latest Missions to the Nuba Mountains of Sudan. This was a long and challenging process, but at the same time a fun project which I was blessed to be a part of. I enjoy working on tasks such as these and I pray the Lord will equip me with the skills and knowledge to complete future film projects of this nature.
 
Wishing you a blessed Christmas and a joyous New Year
Christopher

​COACHING with CALVIN
 
This past year has been a blessed and busy year. I have learned that having constant jobs, projects, goals, challenges and commitments is something we should consider a blessing rather than a hindrance.
 
We often see it as a negative part of life but it is actually something we must cherish and learn to thrive in, not only in our physical activities, but in our day to day conversations and social events.
They should emanate a sense of hard work and passion for even
the little things.
 
I was blessed this year to be a coach at 3 different schools as well start my own running academy and hockey academy. Each school required me to be in charge of a different sporting code which included athletics, cross country, hockey, swimming and water-polo. 

As a coach I think I learned more than my athletes did during training as I was exposed to the various qualities needed, from patience for dramatic 13 year old girls on the hockey field, to understanding and discipline needed for naughty 7 year old boys in the pool.
 
I am starting to build up an army of athletes and training groups in my area and I can see this as good preparation for potential sports ministry/mission work in the future.
 
This next year is going to be a new adventure for me as I continue with my coaching work while adding in studies and volunteer work. I look forward to the challenge and I pray I use my time more efficiently.
 
 — CALVIN

The COMBS CORNER

This year started out far differently than the last. Rather than packing up our home in Phoenix and promptly putting it on the market, we rang
in this New Year firmly planted in Cape Town.
 
Twenty-nineteen began with us at our annual Biblical Worldview Summit camp from the 4th - 9th of January, as the first part of the three-week Great Commission Course. Our newly minted family of four joined in on the presentations, activities, food and fellowship. Hunter had the privilege of being a part of the leadership team that ran the course. It was the first time we had been able to stay for the full three weeks, as studies Stateside had always dictated an earlier departure before. Being able to speak on various topics (Justification, Biblical Interpretation, Muslim Evangelism, Nuba Mountain Report Back, Biblical Preaching Workshop, The Gospel of Honour and Shame and The Trinity) and lead the eager attendants in Devotions several times (The Rescue Mission of God: John 6:44, My Soul Thirsts for You: Psalm 63, and How Will You Respond to Jesus? John 7:40-51) were absolute highlights for Hunter! I was even given the opportunity to share a little on Hospitality with my Mom as well. After our intensive three-week-long missionary training, three brave souls made a commitment to stay on with us at Frontline for further ministry training. It was a blessing to have them a part of the work for the expansion of God’s Kingdom this year!
 
Hunter Turns 30
On February 8th, we celebrated a pretty big milestone for Hunter: the end of his third decade here on this earth! I collected birthday notes from a few friends and family around the world to make the distance feel a little less vast for him. We had a fiesta themed party in our back garden, in honour of his Arizonan heritage. My parents answered a huge prayer for our family by gifting Hunter my Mom’s car! 

Transitioning to Two
Life with two little boys is not what we expected it to be. While our hearts have certainly grown and our level of patience for and understanding of our children’s personalities has steadily increased, the adjustment to two has been far more challenging than we anticipated. Having one child lulled us into a false sense of security, leading us to think we knew what we were doing in the parenthood department (ha!). That being said, learning how to balance our time, affection, discipleship, discipline and education on how to share has been far more rewarding than we could have ever imagined! If given the choice, we would never opt for easier if that meant life without our precious rascals.
 
Two Months in Arizona
After months of planning, preparation and prayer, we made the trek to Arizona for ministry and fellowship with our American family and friends for the last two months of 2019! Since being in the States, we have been able to meet together with friends, family, pastors, churches and supporters. Hunter has also had the opportunity to share with classes at Phoenix Seminary and Arizona Christian University. In the lead up to Thanksgiving, he also had the privilege of preaching on a Life of Thankfulness from Ephesians 1:15-16. This was a major highlight of our visit and an immense blessing for our family!
Josh Turns One
Since arriving in Phoenix, our sweet Joshie Bear celebrated his First Birthday! Reflecting on the 365 days that led up to this special celebration, we are so grateful God chose to bless us with this particularly joyful little boy! We had his lumberjack themed birthday party in a nearby park and celebrated with close family and friends. It was very meaningful for us to share this memorable event with people we love very dearly. We are grateful to be able to celebrate the Christmas season with Hunter’s family and look forward to our return to Cape Town by New Year’s Eve! We’ll begin 2020 with our annual BWS course and we couldn’t be more excited!
FROM HUNTER’S DESK:  Muslim Evangelism and Campus Ministry
This year has been a year of growth in ministry. We have been able to continue the work of Evangelism and discipleship to university students on the UCT campus, as well as our door-to-door Evangelism amongst least reached peoples in Cape Town (please feel free to ask us more about this at Hunter.Combs89@gmail.com). It has been a blessing to be able to regularly share the Gospel in over 40 homes in this community and we trust the Lord to continue opening hearts and homes to the Gospel.
Teaching New Testament Greek
In June, I was invited again to travel to Mpumalanga to teach at Back to the Bible Mission on New Testament Greek. I had 111 students from 19 different African countries and one student from Brazil. By the end of my week with the students, it was so rewarding to see their growth and their newfound love for the Greek language. I look forward to returning again in 2020 to continue teaching them Greek.
With Grateful Hearts
Thank you for all the love, support and prayers you’ve poured into our family this past year. We pray that God would fill your hearts and homes with His joy and peace this Christmas season and as we enter the New Year in 2020!
With love in Christ — Hunter, Andrea, Jeremy & Joshua

Frontline Fellowship PO Box 74 Newlands 7725 Cape Town South Africa
Email: lenora@frontline.org.za  mission@frontline.org.za  peter@frontline.org.za
Websites: www.FrontlineMissionSA.org   www.ReformationSA.org
www.TheBibleandAnimals.org   www.LivingstoneFellowship.co.za
www.WilliamCareyBI.com   www.HMSSchoolofChristianJournalism.org

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Dearest Friends and Family!

What a privilege it is to look back at the year and review all the many blessings that God has showered upon us again. We have been blessed with many opportunities, additions to our family, some heart aches, some travel and the expansion of our family life here on East Way.
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January starts off with a bang every year as we host the Biblical Worldview Summit and the Great Commission Course. This year was no exception and we found ourselves scrambling to accommodate the over 130 participants. We had a lively and varied bunch of Teens and young adults and were grateful for the many opportunities this afforded. Tragically, during our Great Commission Course portion, during free time, one of our Course participants heartbreakingly lost his life during a swimming accident. This caused the group to bond in a way few things can.
We were blessed being able to witness the group’s caliber in character and testimony. The young man’s family were very gracious and we had the memorial service and funeral here in Cape Town.

From Daniela

A very Merry Christmas to you all & blessings for the New Year!  

2018 has been an interesting year! It seems every year gets faster the older you get.

It began with the Biblical Worldview Summit course, which we hadn’t hosted in awhile. It was also at a new venue in Hermanus. We had a great camp with a record-breaking attendance. I thoroughly enjoyed fellowshipping with lovely people from around South Africa and all over the world and getting involved in the Great Commission Course where I could. Through the devastating incident that my Mom mentioned we all bonded very closely and have made what I believe will be life-lasting friendships. We learned how to have an eternal perspective on life. This earth is not our home and every day counts. I don’t think our lives will ever be the same. 

Since Christopher and my visit to Europe last year for Bible School, we have made good friendships and have had four friends from Germany visit us in Cape Town! Because we are so fortunate to live in a beautiful country, the world often comes to us. Cape Town never gets old and there is so much yet to see and explore.  

In February, my beloved Sister, Andrea, returned with her sweet family! It has been so wonderful having our family back together, and having not just one, but two Nephews to love, care for and play with. 

In June, I was able to visit my dear friend Tanya in Alexandria, Eastern Cape. We had a fantastic time catching up, seeing her little town, going to the Grahamstown Festival for some concerts, and visiting their family restaurant ‘The Lunchbox’ on the R72. The Frontline Mission team happened to be passing through Alexandria during the time I was there so we all got to reunite for breakfast. God’s timing is perfect. 

​ Sound ready, speeding.
Roll camera, set. And Action!

A merry Christmas to all our friends and supporters. I wish you all a very happy new year. This year has gone by in such a flash and it has been a year that has opened up many new doors for me. As always, we started our year with the Biblical Worldview Summit followed by our Great Commission Course which was a great time of fellowship and outreach with brothers and sisters in Christ.

From Cape to Cairo

This year proved to be an amazing and eventful one as I returned to homeschooling for my matric year. This gave me the freedom to begin coaching hockey, water polo and athletics at a local primary school and also partake in many sporting events around the Country and ultimately the Continent.
 
With my sporting focus this year being on swimming and running, I was able to be selected for the provincial team for athletics and biathlon and the national team for Biathle (a run/swim/run event) which included the World Championships in Hurghada, Egypt. 

The competition was extremely tough and with this being my first experience in international racing, I learnt many tough lessons and finished in 8th place on the world stage for the junior men’s biathle race which includes a 1,600m run, followed by a 200m open water swim in the Red Sea and then another 1,600m run. I am eternally grateful for the part my Grandma played in helping me to raise the funds necessary for this once in a life time experience.

I have too often taken for granted that we are blessed with amazing abilities by God and that we are called to use them for His honor and glory. I would like to consider a possible Sports Ministry and as the new year fast approaches, I am making preparations to study at a local Bible Institute in Cape Town. I am still seeking the Lord’s guidance for direction and feel this year will give me more grounding needed to make decisions for the future. 

In my spare time, I plan to compete on the athletics track to try improve my 800m and 1,500m times, as well as going for a sub 82 - minute half marathon at the very hilly Two Oceans Ultramarathon event. I will continue with multisport events and also do a few long distance open water swimming races. I would like to get involved in either Life Saving or Sea Rescue as an opportunity to volunteer on those fronts.

May God bless you all this Christmas Season and in the New Year. Thank You for your prayers, friendship and blessings,

Calvin

The Combs Corner
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This year has come and gone like a flash of lightning. Just a year ago we were still in our townhouse in Glendale, Arizona, with boxes piling high in every room as we prepared to move, and now we are well settled in our South African home 9,627 miles (15,493 km) across the globe. It’s hard to believe we have been living and breathing in the South African culture for most of 2018…
 
Crossing Continents
Four days after ringing in the New Year, our house went on the market! Within weeks, our home was under contract and on the 3rd of February a 20-foot shipping container rolled away with our belongings. Ten days later, after many tearful farewells, our little family boarded the plane that took us to Seattle, then Amsterdam, and finally Cape Town. When we finally reached our destination on Valentine’s Day (February 14th), we were greeted with the happy hellos and excited embraces of the Hammond family! Fatigued and weary, we fell into our beds in disbelief that we had finally finished the long journey we had spent nearly a year preparing for.
 
Sweet Surprise
Within three weeks of landing on African soil, we discovered we were expecting another baby! It was an absolutely joyful and welcomed surprise. In the midst of adjusting to this big life change, knowing we would be adding a precious baby to our family made this chapter that much more special! It took a while for the three of us to readjust to the South African culture and fall into a rhythm and routine, but after a couple of months, it became more natural to call our new home, Home.
 
Mountain Mission
We hadn’t been here for a month before Hunter was invited to join Ben, Abrie, and John on their mission to the Nuba Mountains. It was sooner than we’d planned for Hunter to go on a cross border mission, but we knew this was an amazing opportunity he needed to take. He left on May 1st – just one day before our container was set to arrive on our doorstep. Their 23-day long mission was eventful, productive and at times frustratingly slow. It was, however, an immense blessing to be a part of this mission. They travelled through unstable military areas and, at one point, were escorted by nearly a hundred military personnel. By way of container, they were collectively able to distribute 34,000 Bibles, 50,000 Story of Jesus picture books and share the Gospel with tens of thousands of Nuban children in 130 local schools. Please keep the Nubans in prayer as we receive reports that the Sudanese Armed Forces are currently mobilizing troops to launch an attack on the Nuban people.
 
Containers Can’t Contain Emotions
It was an emotional experience for me to see our boxes and the few pieces of furniture we kept being delivered to the very street where I grew up. It was unbelievably surreal to know just how far it all had to travel to get here. Three months had passed since we loaded up the container and sent it on its way. I’d shed a few tears seeing our empty home in Arizona and I got fairly misty-eyed seeing it all delivered to our new home. God was so good to have orchestrated every last detail in the way He did. We are so grateful for the support and prayers that made the container a reality.
 
Cross Country Family Mission
Hunter was given an amazing opportunity to teach at Back to the Bible Mission (BBM) in Barberton, South Africa, at the end of August. He spent a full week teaching the students there on Biblical Ethics. The student body is mostly made up of pastors and leaders who come from all over the continent of Africa. Hunter was also invited to minister to Adullam Mission in Secunda on the way up to BBM. He was so grateful for the opportunity to share some of what he gleaned throughout his years at ACU and Phoenix Seminary.
  

​Ministry in the Cape
In Cape Town, Hunter and the team of Frontline apprentices focused their evangelistic efforts on evangelizing a least reached people group and university students with the Gospel. They spent many afternoons on the University of Cape Town (UCT) campus sharing the Gospel with students from a wide variety of religious backgrounds. Hunter, Emma, and Alpha (two of the missionary interns) helped run a Discovery Bible Study over the course of two semesters with students they met while evangelizing on campus. In addition to the student ministry, they also focused their efforts on witnessing to a least reached people group in South Africa. The team conducted roughly 55 outreaches this year in Cape Town and were blessed to see the hand of the Lord at work. 
 
Welcome, Baby Blue Eyes
We’re thrilled to present to you, Joshua Ellis! He was born at 9:36AM on November 7 in Cape Town, South Africa, via C-section. His birth weight was 3.86kg (8 1/2 lbs) and 53cm (20.9 inches) long. We are so thankful to God for bringing this sweet little man into our lives and for using an amazing medical team to safely do so. We are entirely smitten with him and Jeremy has adapted wonderfully to his new role as big brother! Our hearts have grown immensely!
 We chose to name him “Joshua” after his Daddy’s middle name as well as the Biblical character, and “Ellis” after my Grandpa’s (Bill Bathman’s) middle name. Ellis is also a family name that goes back several generations on my Mom’s side. We wanted to honour his memory in this special way. He was a major influence in both of our lives and we are so grateful for all the love and wisdom he and my Grandma have poured into us both over the years.
 
Frontline and Family 
It has been an immense blessing for us to be a part of Frontline Fellowship and the vast opportunities to invest our time in the Kingdom of God. We love living so close to the Hammond family for the first time since being married. It’s been a joy seeing Jeremy enjoy his Noni, Oupa, uncles and auntie. We praise God for His faithfulness in bringing our little family all the way around the world to serve Him in South Africa. 

Thank you for your love, support, and prayers. As we celebrate the birth of Christ, we pray that He would fill your hearts with His love and joy. May the Lord be your strength and peace in 2019! 
With love in Christ,
Hunter, Andrea, Jeremy, & Joshua

​Peter has added more hours to each day somehow and has once again been blessed with the strength and endurance to accomplish much. His year included 9 Missions, conducting conferences and services from as far afield as Australia to America. This year has seen the conclusion of a 6-year study and preaching project going through every Book of the Bible. The Old Testament Survey was published in 2016 and the New Testament Survey is on track to be published in the New Year. Just in time for the 500th Anniversary of the Swiss Reformer Ulrich Zwingli’s launch of Biblical Exposition in 1519. Hunter and other next generation Missionaries completed the Biblical Preaching Handbook which forms a vital part of this Back to the Bible Movement, which our Teams are emphasizing on Missions throughout Africa. In July 2019 Peter plans to be a part of the Reformation 500 Global Church Council in Zürich, Switzerland.

Inspired by the return to Cape Town of our favorite journalist, Andrea, Peter launched a new initiative; the Henry Morton Stanley School of Christian Journalism with weekly meetings on uncensored news behind the news. You can view some of his articles and presentations on video on our new www.HMSSchoolofChristianJournalism.org website.

This year Peter was honored by the Western Cape Armed Forces Veterans for his years of service. He now serves as one of their Chaplains. He has also continued to be the Chaplain for the Rhodesia Association’s Annual Remembrance Services. This year was particularly significant as the 100th Anniversary of the Armistice
which ended the First World War. 

Earlier this year during the record breaking Bibles to the Nuba Mountains Mission, Peter felt the burden of four of our best young Missionaries, in a dangerous field, all at one time, all are married, three of them with young children at home and with three of the wives expecting, including our own daughter Andrea. Although Peter routinely took similar risks when our children were just as young, it is obviously harder to trust God for other people’s safety. However, there was much joy and pride in the accomplishments of Hunter and the rest of the Team for successfully distributing over 34,000 Bibles to 130 Schools in the remote Nuba Mountains of Sudan.

For Peter’s Annual Mission Report visit www.FrontlineMissionSA.org. His weekly radio podcast From the Frontline is also accessible from our website.

Frontline Fellowship
PO Box 74 Newlands 7725 Cape Town South Africa
Email: lenora@frontline.org.za
peter@frontline.org.za   mission@frontline.org.za
Web: www.FrontlineMissionSA.org    www.ReformationSA.org
www.TheBibleAndAnimals.org    www.LivingstoneFellowship.co.za
www.HMSSchoolofChristianJournalism.org

We are so grateful to you for your friendship and support on so many levels. There are many desperate needs in our Ministry and so many ways in which people can be involved. I would welcome any of you to let me know in what ways you could be further involved with Frontline Fellowship – the ministry God has entrusted Peter with. Now more than ever, the needs are great, as so much of Africa is seeking refuge in South Africa. Our own country is, however, in much political turmoil and our currency has been tanked to junk status. Yet, Peter remains positive and convinced that we need to keep on keeping on and making a difference where we can.
 
Thank you for your prayers and your involvement!
 
Gratefully,
 
Lenora Hammond
Frontline Fellowship
P.O. Box 74 Newlands 7725
Cape Town South Africa
Tel: 021-689-4480
Fax: 086-494-8070
Email: lenora@frontline.org.za
Website: www.frontlinemissionsa.org

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​From Africa to the Alps & Wittenberg 
The year of our Lord 2017 started out unlike any other for us. Especially for me. My dearly beloved father had gone to be with the Lord, just after his 89th birthday, a somewhat expected promotion, but never the less the hardest farewell I have ever said.

My sister Debbie was visiting here in Cape Town during December and it was very precious that she and I were able to Skype a number of times with Mom and Dad during his final days. My mother was a sterling stalwart and ably cared for Dad’s medical needs. She stood by his side every moment of the day and night and ministered to each and every request. Debbie and I were very grateful that Mom was skillfully assisted by our good friend Mary, a nearby neighbor.​

Our Son in law Hunter very ably handled the internment service at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery which included military honors. A few of our very close friends were there to witness the event and we were grateful again, to good friends like Ron and Jan Gilbert who stood by Mom during this time and helped with so many arrangements. My Father leaves behind him a Legacy of Missions spanning several decades. This link will enable you to read more about my incredible father: www.frontlinemissionsa.org/in-memorium/tribute-to-rev-bill-bathman.

So I winged my way to Arizona to make arrangements for the memorial service in early January and I must say I was not prepared for the emotions that assailed me as I arrived at the home of my parents. I kept expecting my Dad to come around the corner any moment to give me a big Bear hug. My Mom was strong and helped me through the emotions I experienced. We got through each of the steps needed and again, with the help of Mary, the catering, décor and all practical aspects of the service were arranged. My sister Deborah arrived as we finalized things and Peter came in time to take the memorial service.

We celebrated Dad’s life and many people gave testimonies of how his life had touched and transformed them. We felt glad and content that we were able to know for sure that Dad had gone to meet his Saviour and that we will all meet him and spend eternity with him someday. During this time I was able to spend some wonderful time with Andrea, Hunter and Jeremy as well. I am so proud of this little family and am grateful that they will soon be joining us here in South Africa.

In April this year, Daniela and Christopher were able to head off to Europe to complete Spring Bible School at Tauernhof in Schladming, Austria. They will tell you all about that, but for me it was very special to be able to send the next generation to this very singular place. I am still in touch with many folk I was on staff with at the Tauernhof back in the 80’s.

In June I traveled up to visit family in Austria. It had been 9 years since I had been ‘home’. My sister Debbie and Hans made a journey down to Venice possible so that I could paddle the Vogalonga. This event takes place every year and all manner of vessels take part. I paddled with an Italian Breast Cancer Team, and the experience was all I expected it to be. What a treat it was to be a part of such an incredible event!

Following Venice, Debbie and I headed on a train to Vienna and I again had the chance to paddle with an Austrian Breast Cancer Survivor Team on the Danube River. We were a part of an annual Dragon-boating event, but it was the first time that pink teams had taken part. It was wonderful to mix with Austrian and Italian Breast Cancer Teams and to see this sport growing in Austria. Next followed a three day visit with my childhood friend Conny. This was an enjoyable trip down memory lane for us as we visited Primary School friends and places where we had grown up together. Both of us are Grandmothers now!

The highlight for me was being able to attend the graduation ceremony of Christopher and Daniela at Tauernhof. I was able to stay at Tauernhof for a few nights and re-visit my old stomping grounds. The Town has grown, but our memories are treasured.

I am forever grateful to the Lord for allowing me to be able to visit Austria again. So much of who I am is rooted in that place and I am privileged to have a sister and brother-in-law who welcome me and look after us so well when we visit. Truly, it was a blessing beyond measure.

Upon my return to Cape Town I launched into the renovation project of our little Cottage in the back Garden. This had been built for my late mother-in- law almost 20 years ago and we have now added another bedroom and expanded the living area and the kitchen. This will be a home for Hunter and Andrea to start their life Mission in Africa. We are grateful to the Lord for allowing the funds to be made available so that we could complete this project in good time. We know that this addition to our home will be of great use to our other children as well and for other Missionary couples needing a place to stay.

Most of my life I have enjoyed music and am thankful to be entering the second year as an alto with the Symphony Choir of Cape Town. Since being with them I have had the privilege of working on pieces such as Hayden’s The Creation; Stainer’s The Crucifixion; Mendelssohn’s Elijah and of course Handel’s Messiah. It is very fulfilling to be singing with such a caliber choir and in some magnificent venues such as St. Georges Cathedral. We will be performing an outdoor Christmas Carol Service in a beautiful Vineyard setting.

The Western Cape is experiencing a very serious drought at the moment and we are very limited as to the amount of water we are allowed to use daily. Once we have reached our limit the water switches off until 4 am the next morning. This system is not without its problems and we have had
many times of no water at all. We have many tanks around the property collecting rain water and no one dreams of showering without a bucket in order to catch water to then flush with. I often feel like I am camping in our own home! We are entering our dry season now as summer approaches so even harsher measures will be upon us.

Finally, I would like to say a very big Thank You to our friend Joyce Hart, who keeps us in good health with supplements and good oils. I add these to our daily juicing regime and thank the Lord daily that we are healthy and well.

Lenora Hammond

From Daniela
A very Merry Christmas to you all & a blessed New Year!
2017 has been a fantastic year! It started off right with the Great Commission Course. I have always attended the Camps, but this year was the first time I participated in the whole Course. It was a challenging, rewarding experience! I learned so much from the lectures, my own message preparations, tough outreaches and wonderful participants.

This year also marked my 2nd year working full-time at Frontline. The many aspects of the ministry keep me on my toes! It is exciting to work along-side fantastic Missionaries, seeing the development of mission trips to Africa and beyond.

My brother and I were also blessed with the opportunity to attend Spring Bible School at Tauernhof, an Englishspeaking school in Schladming, Austria. My Mom had worked here when she was about my age, so participating in this was a long-time dream. The course was a great balance of both educational and physical activities. We had the joy of hiking in the stunning Alps (on our doorstep) at least twice a week. We were with 70 other students from all corners of the globe and it was encouraging for me to interact with dedicated Christians from other parts of the world. My roommates were both from Germany, so I got to exercise my 2nd language! I had never before been away from home for more than two months, so it was an adjustment! I have definitely grown in appreciation for family and strength in independence. I also learned the importance of getting to know people beyond first impressions. Every person has their own story to tell.

Everyone had an opportunity to give their testimony. It was a great privilege to share mine at a Sunday evening service with many visitors from the local town! The arts and culture of Europe inspire me greatly. We also had a marvelous time with family in Salzburg, meeting secondcousins
for the first time! I also managed to visit friends in Vienna, Prague and the UK!

Back in Cape Town, I have carried on with work as a Graphic Designer, participated in local markets selling my ‘DH Art’ stationary, been an ‘extra’ on local film sets, coach at Junior Blades ice-skating club, volunteered as an Illustrator for Book Dash, as well as painting and dance classes when I have time!

Thank you for your consistent love & prayers. It means the world to our family. May God bless you abundantly!

Lots of love, Daniela

From Christopher
This time last year I had my intense Black Belt grading I had been preparing for the previous 3 years. I was invited to grade for my 2nd Dan Black Belt which is the equivalent of a second degree added to your black belt. This grading lasted 6 ½ hours where they tested us physically and mentally. It was the true test of mind, body and spirit. After 13 years of committed training and competing on an international level, I have decided that it is time to close this chapter and venture on to new activities.

The highlight of 2017 was attending Spring Bible School in Austria! This 8-week Bible course took place in a picturesque alpine town, Schladming, which is well known for beautiful surrounding mountains. Schladming was the host of the 2013 World Cup Skiing Championships. It was invaluable to meet like-minded people from all over the world.

I also managed to join the Church Council with my father in historic Wittenberg for the Reformation 500 Celebrations to do some filming. This was a very special time as I enjoy filming.

Next year I endeavor to start out my further studies. I will be studying ‘Film Television & Entertainment Production’. I look forward to the direction and challenges God has in store for me.

From Calvin
I can safely say that 2017 has been filled with big decisions and milestones that have altered the course of my near future. Some that are worth mentioning would be that I am pursuing my running career as well as the sport of Biathle (running and swimming). As a family, we have also prayerfully decided to drop out of the schooling system and finish my education with a GED/SAT. This is going to allow me to pursue my passion in running and swimming, as well as enable me to pursue God’s work and serve at Frontline Fellowship. I also hope to be able to work as a coach and referee in water polo, hockey and athletics/cross country. I look forward to finishing my high school without being indoctrinated by a politically correct system. I am grateful for the trust my parents have placed in me to have the discipline to finish high school at home. (I hope to be finished by July 2018)

A big highpoint of the year would definitely be when I crossed the Old Mutual Two Oceans Half Marathon finish line in 83 minutes and 34 seconds. The grueling 21.1km (13.1 mile) course filled with massive hills and climbs pushed me beyond my limit and reminded me of what you can accomplish; when you put your mind to the challenge ahead and when the goal of your focus is glorifying God, that my running honours Him. Looking back on this year I have grown more and more aware of how much I have taken for granted in my day to day life. The amount of love and
support that I am given daily by God, parents, coaches and friends is constant and is one of the biggest factors in getting me where I am and where I want to be in life as an athlete and soldier for Christ.

I have been blessed with the opportunity to visit Andrea’s family in Arizona as well as my Grandma whom I have not seen since I was nine years old. It will be my first Christmas in the Northern Hemisphere and it will be my first and last chance to visit Andrea and family while they are still living Stateside. 

Keeping Up With The Combs
This past year the Lord has taken us on a particularly moving journey with international students. At the start of the school year, our ministry team launched a welcome party for students and we had nearly a hundred students attend. There were icebreakers, food, games, Texas line dancing and raffle prizes for the students to win. It was a special opportunity to bless the students and learn how we could best serve them in their time in the States. That evening we offered students Bibles to take home with them and Sarah was the only one out of fifteen students to take us up on the offer. She clung on to the Bible as holding on to a newfound treasure. Over the next year Sarah faithfully attended our Bible studies and was always eager to study God’s Word. Despite coming from a Hindu background, she decided to become a follower of Jesus! A couple months later, on Palm Sunday, she was baptized as a further step of obedience to Christ.

In February, our family of three took a trip to the Grand Canyon with Sarah and her friend Chad (also from India). Chad comes from a Hindu family but through his studies has become an atheist. During the long drive to one of the World’s Seven Natural Wonders, he struck up a conversation with Hunter about how evil disproves God and they had a fascinating conversation about the existence of God and evil. Hunter was able to use this opportunity to share God’s solution to evil: the Cross of Christ and the promise of New Creation.

This year has marked an exceptionally remarkable milestone in our lives: Hunter’s graduation from Phoenix Seminary with his Master’s of Divinity! To say it has been a long journey, would be a serious understatement. After four and a half years as a full time student (five years overall), this chapter has been one filled with mostly highs and an unbelievable amount of growth both on an
educational level as well as a spiritual one. We know this will always be a chapter reflected on with much joy and gratitude. The relationships Hunter has been able to build both with classmates and professors is another invaluable outcome of his experience at Seminary.

You’ve heard the rumors. You’ve heard the tales. Not only are they true: It’s official… We’re moving to Cape Town, South Africa!! Our visa applications are finally in, so the ball is rolling, and we are starting to gain momentum!

In our blog, we will share prayer requests, current updates on our progress, and plans for our future in Cape Town! We will also share our blog posts on our new Facebook group that shares the same name.

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You’re our family, our friends, our community and we want YOU to be a part of this journey every step of the way! We love you and are blessed to know you. We couldn’t be more excited to invite you to take part in this idiosyncratic journey…

We pray as you enter this festive season that you would reflect on all the wonderful ways our Lord Jesus has touched your lives and how empty Christmas would be without Him in it. May 2018 hold many blessings for you and your family!

With love in Christ,
Hunter, Andrea & Jeremy

Reformation to Remotest Regions
The vision of marking the 500th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther nailing The 95 Theses to the door of the Schlosskirche in Wittenberg as a monumentally important historic milestone for Evangelism, Education and Emphasising the life transforming doctrines of the Reformation, grew out of my Mission to Europe in 2005. For over 12 years our Thursday night Reformation Society meetings have been exploring the personalities, issues, doctrines and events which God used to launch the greatest Revival of Faith and freedom in history. Out of this has come books, websites and audio visual materials to lay solid foundations for Reformation and Revival in our personal lives, congregations, communities, countries and continents.

This year we mobilised Africa Reformation Overland Missions and the Reformation 500 Mission to Europe which culminated in the Church Council in Wittenberg. Christopher was able to join me in Germany in historic Wittenberg. I was invited to conduct Reformation 500 Conferences in Zambia, Pennsylvania, Iowa, Tennessee, California, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany.

On 30 October, we hosted the Reformation 500 Back to the Bible Conference in Franschhoek and on 31 October, celebrated 500 years of the Reformation at the Huguenot Monument.

This year we completed The Greatest Century of Reformation book, much expanded and completely revised. With Daniela’s art designs all of our publications this year have been better than ever before. We reprinted books of Martin Luther, including in Afrikaans, Die Weerklank van Martin Luther and the Reformation 500 Hymn Book. Christopher put together the Reformation 500 audio, data and DVD four-disc Boxset. With 14 films, 23 audio MP3’s and 13 PowerPoint presentations on the Reformation, this is the most comprehensive curriculum available in one boxset to promote Reformation doctrines and history for home educators and Bible schools. With 2017 marking the 100th anniversary of the Bolshevik Revolution and the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation, I have had many opportunities on radio, TV and at public meetings and conferences, to present the clear challenge before us today:  Reformation or Revolution!

Frontline Fellowship 
PO Box 74
Newlands
7725
Cape Town
South Africa 

Email:
lenora@frontline.org.za
peter@frontline.org.za
mission@frontline.org.za 

Web:
www.FrontlineMissionSA.org
www.ReformationSA.org 
www.TheBibleAndAnimals.org
www.LivingstoneFellowship.co.za

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Through the years, I have often had people talking about what they were going to do, could have done, should have done, but did not do! Early on I determined that I would not want to arrive at the end of my life regretting missed opportunities and wasted potential.

​The first time I heard the Gospel, I was 17-years-old, in a cinema in Cape Town. Rev. Rex Matthie spoke of the sufferings and sacrifices of Christ. "This is what Christ has done for you! What have you ever done for Him?" This challenge pierced my heart. I had done absolutely nothing for Christ. I had not even thanked God for His Creation, for my life or health. That day, I realised that I was a self-centred, ungrateful lost soul, truly deserving of the condemnation of Almighty God on the Day of Judgement. At the end of the service I went forward and publically committed my life to Christ. 

Conversion and Call
Along with my conversion came a call to Missions. In the 38 years since that decisive night, I have never doubted that call. Jokes and sarcastic comments awaited me at home and at school, but my course was set: I had decided to follow Jesus – no turning back! The church services and Bible studies were exhilarating. I spent hours studying the Bible every day. Within two months of my conversion, I was working in a Scripture Union team for a holiday mission in Somerset West. Within the year, I was a Sunday school teacher, youth leader and ran the book table at our local church. I devoured Christian literature, attended every meeting, training course, seminar and outreach possible. Door-to-door with Evangelism Explosion, tract distribution on the streets and at railway stations, ministry at old age homes, and inviting people to evangelistic rallies filled my days. The first time a pastor preached on the need to follow the Lord through the waters of baptism, I went forward, went through the Baptismal classes and was baptised.

The Adventure of Discipleship
When Francis Grim preached at the congregation, I went forward and joined his Mission, Hospital Christian Fellowship. When I was called up for national service in the Army, I made my stand at the first Chaplain's service, asking permission to speak and declared to the hundreds of other men in the unit: "I love the Lord Jesus Christ with all my heart! I want to honour Him during my next two years here. If anyone else feels the same, please see me afterwards. Let us start a Bible study and prayer fellowship!" That was the beginning of Frontline Fellowship. We met every night for Bible study and prayer. We had all night prayer meetings. We organised outreaches. Many soldiers came to Christ and by the end of our national service the Lord had laid the vision of launching this Mission upon me.
 
Following the Lord Jesus Christ is an exhilarating adventure of discipleship. For me it has involved ministry in 36 countries, across 4 continents. Smuggling Bibles behind the Iron Curtain during the Cold War, in Eastern Europe. Ministry by motorbike in the killing fields of Mozambique and swimming crocodile-infested rivers and negotiating mine fields in Angola. Prison ministry in Communist countries and singing in the cells and in chains. Serving persecuted churches in North Africa. Mountain marathons across the Nuba Mountains, an island of Christianity in a sea of Islam. The Will of God will never leave you where the Grace of God cannot keep you.
 
Living in the Light of Eternity
As cricketer turned pioneer missionary, C. T. Studd, declared: "You only have one life, it will soon be passed. Only what's done for Christ will last!" As missionary William Carey declared: "Expect great things from God! Attempt great things for God!" God is great. Honour Him with great faith and obedience. Trust and obey. There is no other way, to be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.
 
Wholehearted Worship
"I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Romans 12:1-2. Worship is not so much what we say as what we do. Worship is more than words and songs – it is your whole life. Worship involves wholehearted sacrifice and service. We are called to be different from the world. Set apart for Christ. Separated from sin and sanctified to Christ's service.
 
God Gives the Very Best to those Who Leave the Choice to Him
The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing. Our highest priority is to love God with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength, and to love our neighbour as ourselves. Christ's last command must be our first concern. His Great Commission must be our supreme ambition. Do not waste your life on lessor things. Give up your small ambitions! Follow Christ!
 
Do You Want to Change your World?
Do you have what it takes to impact your world for Christ? Join other missionary minded Christians for the inspiring and life changing Great Commission Camp (1-6 January 2016) near Cape Town. Frontline Fellowship has pioneered missionary work in war-torn Mozambique, in Angola, and Sudan. We have smuggled over half-a-million Bibles and books in 24 languages into Muslim North Africa. Frontline Fellowship has trained many thousands of pastors, teachers, chaplains and medics in restricted access areas. Frontline Fellowship offers Livingstone Missionary School as a one-year, uniquely practical missionary training programme for those who desire to be more innovative and effective in cross-cultural Evangelism and Discipleship. This is hands-on, practical, boots on the ground, in-service training. There is nothing to compare with Frontline Fellowship's Missionary Apprenticeship Programme. It stretches minds and muscles with body, mind and spirit training, applying the Lordship of Christ to all areas of life. Contact Frontline Fellowship if you are serious about Missions ( admin@frontline.org.za)
 
Dr. Peter Hammond

Frontline Fellowship
P.O. Box 74 Newlands, 7725
Cape Town, South Africa
Tel: (021) 689-4480
Fax: (021) 685-5884
Email: mission@frontline.org.za
Website:​www.frontlinemissionsa.org

​Dearest Friends! 

The year 2016 arrived brimming with guests and camp participants. We had such an array of international attendees, and I must say, it was the most action packed three week camp and course I have ever known. It is particularly meaningful to Peter and me, when our children willingly and joyfully participate in the events and outreaches as well. Growing up in a Missionary home can be daunting to say the least, and often children feel duty bound to ‘tow the line’. So when our children invite their friends and form an integral part of our Camp and Course, our hearts as parents are full.

The next few months saw Peter catching up with many writing deadlines, including the final publication of Dad’s Book Going On, Old Testament Survey, Sketches from South African History and more.  In fact, due to the many writing projects, Peter was in Cape Town until the end of May, which is quite unusual.

June saw Peter and his Team travel the length and breadth of South Africa. And what a mission field this has become. In the past, 99 % of our Missionary work focused on Southern, Central and North Africa, but these days we find that the unrest and strife in much of South Africa makes it ripe for harvest. Local Elections are due to take place in August, and these unleash many protests which sadly turn violent and cause so much damage to property.

Daniela and Christopher both work in our Mission’s IT Department now. This is another of our many blessings as parents. Seeing our children join our Ministry and contributing in their special ways. Christopher is learning on the job how to manage our many websites, Sermon Audios, SlideShare and AV production.  Daniela is designing our Book covers, AV designs, adverts, leaflets and newsletters. Her fresh, new designs have been commented on by many.

In a few days Christopher departs for Berlin, Germany, to participate in the World Championships for Karate. This is the third time he is participating in Worlds. We are thrilled that he is able to manage the intense training that has been required of him, although we can see it takes a toll on him physically.

Andrea and Hunter have had a busy first six months as well. Hunter is aiming to finish his Masters of Divinity within the next 9 months, after which they will be making the move back to South Africa. I am thrilled, to say the very least, at the prospect of having all of our children back on home turf, but most of all, being able to be involved in the life of our first grandchild, Jeremy. God is good.

My health has settled into a routine of daily hormone tablets, which I am tolerating fairly well. I try to increase my knowledge of natural approaches to our health and am constantly striving to improve our diet. Christopher and I are both immunosuppressed due to our medical history, and this means keeping our immune system strong is a focus. We are blessed by friends who are very supportive and who help us navigate this vast field of information.

Calvin is in the middle of his grade 10 year and his schedule is ever full with his many sporting activities. At the moment he is away on a Cross-Country Running Camp.
 
My dearest Father has had a down turn in his health of late, and is sadly battling a host of ailments. The latest being a positive diagnosis for prostate cancer. This has affected his health quite negatively and Mom and Dad have now been enrolled in a program called ‘Hospice at Home’. We are grateful for their medical care and my mother’s nursing skills are being tested to the hilt. We would be grateful for your earnest prayers at this time, as they face new challenges each day. My sister Debbie will be with them during the month of August, and I will be on standby to be with my parents for the rest of the year.
 
We are grateful to this community of prayer warriors. Thank you, for your support in such a variety of ways. This work can be lonely and challenging, and I sometimes despair at the gravity of issues Peter deals with on a daily basis. But God is our sustainer and we rely on Him for our provision on every level.
 
May God bless and guide you all. With Love and gratefulness,
 
Lenora Hammond

Frontline Fellowship
P.O. Box 74 Newlands 7725
Cape Town South Africa
Tel: 021-689-4480
Email:  lenora@frontline.org.za
Website: www.frontlinemissionsa.org