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ANNUAL REPORTGlobal Partnerships for Gospel Impact2023

Dear Partner in Ministry,As we present TEAM’s Annual Report for 2023, we are delighted to look back on a year of resilience and impactful collaboration. The updates you will find in this report reflect the collective achievements made possible through a TEAM community of increasingly globalized partnerships. Together, we’ve navigated challenges, explored new streams of ministry, and witnessed the transformative power of a shared purpose – to bring the Gospel into communities, lives, and hearts where it is not yet known. In this publication, you’ll hear the extraordinary story of Naima, a testament to the transformative power of unwavering faith in God, and the impact of commitment to spreading the Good News in challenging environments. Naima’s journey from a background steeped in spiritual complexities to becoming an ambassador for the Gospel in the Indo-Malay region is awe-inspiring. Naima and others like her catalyze TEAM’s calling to come alongside and equip global partners for expanded Gospel reach. Let Naima’s story motivate us to continue together in this Kingdom work of which you are an integral part. Through your prayers, support, and collaboration with TEAM, you make a dierence in the lives of global partners like Naima and those to whom she ministers - fostering faith, building communities, and expanding the reach of the Gospel. For His glory among the nations, Dave Hall International DirectorPartner with the global Church and expand Gospel reach!CLICK HERECLICK HEREA Letter from Our International DirectorClick here to read more of Naima’s faith-filled story on the TEAM blog.Equipping Global Partners for Expanded Gospel ReachNaima (name changed) was born into a family of faith healers in the Indo-Malay region of the Pacific Islands. Despite her upbringing in a spiritual environment that combined “witch doctoring” and Islamic teachings, Naima found Christ during her college years. Her newfound faith led her to have a heart for missions, but she faced severe opposition from her parents. When Naima chose Jesus over her family’s beliefs, her father subjected her to harsh treatment, including locking her in a room without food or water for two weeks. The situation escalated when he threatened her life with a gun, demanding she renounce Christ. Remarkably, Naima stood firm, choosing Jesus despite the life-threatening ultimatum. Disowned by her family, Naima continued to share the Gospel in her community whenever possible. Over the years, her unwavering commitment bore fruit, and many in her family eventually came to faith in Christ. Still, Naima felt a call to reach other communities like hers with the transforming power of Christ. Naima connected with TEAM workers and other partner organizations working to bring the Gospel to Muslim-background communities in Indo-Malay. Through training, collaboration, and spiritual support, Naima is now an agent of change and an ambassador for the Gospel! She works with a non-government organization involved in community development projects in the Indo-Malay region. She and her team travel to dierent towns and villages, building relationships, sharing the Gospel, establishing house churches, and discipling new believers. Despite the risks and dangers associated with sharing the hope of Jesus in these “closed” regions, Naima and her team continue their tireless work, expecting persecution but motivated by their dedication to Christ. Naima’s story serves as an encouragement to other Muslim- background Christians facing similar challenges, illustrating the transformative impact of unwavering faith and commitment to spreading the Good News.

Dear Partner in Ministry,As we present TEAM’s Annual Report for 2023, we are delighted to look back on a year of resilience and impactful collaboration. The updates you will find in this report reflect the collective achievements made possible through a TEAM community of increasingly globalized partnerships. Together, we’ve navigated challenges, explored new streams of ministry, and witnessed the transformative power of a shared purpose – to bring the Gospel into communities, lives, and hearts where it is not yet known. In this publication, you’ll hear the extraordinary story of Naima, a testament to the transformative power of unwavering faith in God, and the impact of commitment to spreading the Good News in challenging environments. Naima’s journey from a background steeped in spiritual complexities to becoming an ambassador for the Gospel in the Indo-Malay region is awe-inspiring. Naima and others like her catalyze TEAM’s calling to come alongside and equip global partners for expanded Gospel reach. Let Naima’s story motivate us to continue together in this Kingdom work of which you are an integral part. Through your prayers, support, and collaboration with TEAM, you make a dierence in the lives of global partners like Naima and those to whom she ministers - fostering faith, building communities, and expanding the reach of the Gospel. For His glory among the nations, Dave Hall International DirectorPartner with the global Church and expand Gospel reach!CLICK HERECLICK HEREA Letter from Our International DirectorClick here to read more of Naima’s faith-filled story on the TEAM blog.Equipping Global Partners for Expanded Gospel ReachNaima (name changed) was born into a family of faith healers in the Indo-Malay region of the Pacific Islands. Despite her upbringing in a spiritual environment that combined “witch doctoring” and Islamic teachings, Naima found Christ during her college years. Her newfound faith led her to have a heart for missions, but she faced severe opposition from her parents. When Naima chose Jesus over her family’s beliefs, her father subjected her to harsh treatment, including locking her in a room without food or water for two weeks. The situation escalated when he threatened her life with a gun, demanding she renounce Christ. Remarkably, Naima stood firm, choosing Jesus despite the life-threatening ultimatum. Disowned by her family, Naima continued to share the Gospel in her community whenever possible. Over the years, her unwavering commitment bore fruit, and many in her family eventually came to faith in Christ. Still, Naima felt a call to reach other communities like hers with the transforming power of Christ. Naima connected with TEAM workers and other partner organizations working to bring the Gospel to Muslim-background communities in Indo-Malay. Through training, collaboration, and spiritual support, Naima is now an agent of change and an ambassador for the Gospel! She works with a non-government organization involved in community development projects in the Indo-Malay region. She and her team travel to dierent towns and villages, building relationships, sharing the Gospel, establishing house churches, and discipling new believers. Despite the risks and dangers associated with sharing the hope of Jesus in these “closed” regions, Naima and her team continue their tireless work, expecting persecution but motivated by their dedication to Christ. Naima’s story serves as an encouragement to other Muslim- background Christians facing similar challenges, illustrating the transformative impact of unwavering faith and commitment to spreading the Good News.

Global Service OverviewGO TO THE NATIONS. BE THE BODY OF CHRIST.Ministry Initiatives Individual ministries at the local levelSending Churches Global workers’ sending and supporting churches Mid & Long-Term Global Workers Currently on the fieldShort-Term Global Workers Currently on the fieldMinistry Areas Country or region of the world45 188 365 57548 +1Global Stewardship OverviewDonor Support $30,981,506Investment Income ($1,087,144)Pension and Other Losses ($2,298,064) TOTAL: $27,596,298 All sources of fundsSource of FundsChurch Planting $29,926,050 and Related MinistriesManagement and General $4,605,704Fundraising* $2,293,101TOTAL: $36,824,855 All sources of expensesExpensesProgram - 81%Management and General - 13%Fundraising* - 6%Where Your Money GoesTEAM thanks you for your gifts and prayers that made 2023 an opportunity for being and building the Body of Christ. The net loss is a result of spending restricted gifts received in a prior year.A complete and audited nancial statement is freely available upon request. Please call 1-800-343-3144 or mail your request to: PO Box 969 Wheaton, IL 60187-0969*Fundraising expenses include a percentage of global workers’ salaries when they are on home assignment.Your Place in the Global ChurchHow is God calling YOU to join His work through TEAM?Interested in serving in missions? Click here to talk to a missions coach!CLICK HERE

Global Service OverviewGO TO THE NATIONS. BE THE BODY OF CHRIST.Ministry Initiatives Individual ministries at the local levelSending Churches Global workers’ sending and supporting churches Mid & Long-Term Global Workers Currently on the fieldShort-Term Global Workers Currently on the fieldMinistry Areas Country or region of the world45 188 365 57548 +1Global Stewardship OverviewDonor Support $30,981,506Investment Income ($1,087,144)Pension and Other Losses ($2,298,064) TOTAL: $27,596,298 All sources of fundsSource of FundsChurch Planting $29,926,050 and Related MinistriesManagement and General $4,605,704Fundraising* $2,293,101TOTAL: $36,824,855 All sources of expensesExpensesProgram - 81%Management and General - 13%Fundraising* - 6%Where Your Money GoesTEAM thanks you for your gifts and prayers that made 2023 an opportunity for being and building the Body of Christ. The net loss is a result of spending restricted gifts received in a prior year.A complete and audited nancial statement is freely available upon request. Please call 1-800-343-3144 or mail your request to: PO Box 969 Wheaton, IL 60187-0969*Fundraising expenses include a percentage of global workers’ salaries when they are on home assignment.Your Place in the Global ChurchHow is God calling YOU to join His work through TEAM?Interested in serving in missions? Click here to talk to a missions coach!CLICK HERE

• God Dependence • Church Focus• Creative Vision• Lifelong Learning • Passionate Service • Caring CommunityTEAM’s mission is to partner with the global Church in sending disciples who make disciples and establish missional churches to the glory of God.BECOME A MONTHLY IMPACT MAKER.God is giving us unprecedented opportunities to reach people with Christ’s love. Impact Makers join in this work by committing monthly financial support to TEAM, in any amount. Your sustained support will help open new ministry pathways, equip workers, and establish missional churches to make true disciples!Click to become an Impact MakerOpen New Doorsto reach more nations.CLICK HERETEAM | THE EVANGELICAL ALLIANCE MISSION800.343.3144 | PO Box 969 | Wheaton, IL 60187-0969 | TEAM.ORG