At the end of last year we experienced the faithfulness of God in a wonderful way, and are excited to share the news with you:

Donation of Land

Nine years ago, William, a business man from Austin, bought the 10 acre property we are based on, and let us use it for free for all these years. What a tremendous blessing! But in order to move ahead with planning - and the subsequent building on the land- the importance of owning the land became more obvious. We have been praying about owning the land for some time. This year we met with William two times to discuss the arrangement with the land. Initially, he was willing to sell the property to us for US$ 250,000 even though the value of the property is more than US$ 300,000. When the offer was first presented, we didn't have any money , but whenever we prayed, we sensed that God wanted us on that land, and that He would give it to us. It was also on our hearts to continue to believe and pray for a donation, even though it seemed unlikely.

Then, on December 14, one day after all the Revival School on the Move leaders from the nations had arrived to meet with us, we received an email from William: »Merisha, I have good news. God has blessed my family and me financially. As a result, I am in a position to transfer the title of the property over to Help for all Nations as a gift, at no cost to your organization. My attorney is preparing the paperwork to do this. All praise belongs to God who provides!«

What a miracle! What a God! He answers our prayers, and He moves hearts as He pleases! We are so thankful for this and look forward to see how God will continue to move. This is His land! And this is our victory – thank you for agreeing with us in prayer!

Next Steps

Now that we officially own the land, there are some important things that need to be done:

Administration: We have to get insurance for the property, apply for property tax exemption, get a professional survey of the land, etc.

Masterplan: We are also in the process of finalizing the masterplan, and putting together a brochure to present the vision in a very practical way.

Septic System: We need US$ 35,000 to install a sufficient septic system and drain-field on the property. This needs to happen before we build anything else. The plans are ready, and we have someone to put it in. We are still US$ 5,000 short.

Donations towards the Septic System

If you would like to support us with the costs of the septic system and laying the foundations of future building projects on our property, you can do it here:

Cheques made out to HfaN:HELP for all Nations, Inc.P.O. Box 8107Austin, TX 78713USA

A new Season

In this new time, we need prayer support, practical help, and local people to join our team in bringing the vision to life. Can you envision becoming part of what God is doing here? If so, please reach out to us. We also have several areas where we are in need of practical help: administration, accounting, building projects, landscaping, and more. We look forward to sharing more with you in the coming months about our plans for the property, and to tell of the GREAT wonders of God. He is good!!

In the past two weeks we`ve been on the move with one message: The fire of the Holy Spirit! We believe that, more than anything else, this is needed today, especially in our western world: the gospel demonstrated with power. Let's take a look at the life of Jesus. Right from the start of His public life and ministry, the one thing that truly amazed the people about Him was the authority, the power that backed up all He did and said.

»And they were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority ...«, we read in Mark 1:22. Nowadays, we have an endless reservoir of sermons, services and programs. But where is the true power of the Holy Spirit? The power of God, which does what we could never do - revealing the Father, delivering us, healing us, leading us to repentance, transforming us into the image of Jesus, commissioning us into our destiny. We believe that the move and work of the Holy Spirit are not just nice add ons, but actually the one thing that we cannot go without, the foundation of it all. Wherever we went, we encountered people from various backgrounds, hungry for more - and were amazed to see how the Holy Spirit moved … Here a few spotlights for you:

Healed

»In February of this year, I was in a skiing accident. I landed on my right shoulder and head at the same time, tearing my neck/spine. I have been on pain killers and have had several MRIs done. Constant pain for 10 months. I was scheduled for surgery on December 8. That was until Walter and Merisha came to my church and the Spirit moved and instantly I was healed! I have now cancelled my surgery and have no pain. Again, this was not a minor ache, but major pain to the point only opioids would allow sleep. This is not a friend of a friend or some story on the internet…but ME!«Randy, San Marcos, TX

Delivered

»During the worship service I sensed that God was going to physically come upon me. I was hesitant to say Yes and surrender to it at first, but I knew I had to. The Holy Spirit then began to physically shake me. I had seen this happen before but never experienced it. I knew it was the lightnings of God coming into me and breaking off fear and doubt, which was later confirmed. God revealed many more amazing things that night that I’m excited to explore with Him! I’m so thankful for HELP for all Nations and their amazing team here in Texas!«Cade Criddle

Changed

»We are still talking about your impact on all of us! What a blessing! I have had a supernatural flowing ever since - and see the difference now in regards to being baptized and to Holy Spirit baptismal.«Catherine, Celebration, FL

»The passion that Walter Heidenreich and Merisha Janke have for Jesus and the world is contagious. Time with world changers like these two have profoundly marked my life.«Joel Lowry

»I want to help building the buildings that are needed, that's easy for me. But I also want to go to 6th Street, I want to pray for the sick, I want to disciple. The German missionaries are praying for Americans to join them - and I realized, they have been praying for me. I believe for lives to be transformed here at this place, through the community life and through the presence of God that will be at the center of it all.«Bruce Marshall

»Go into all the world ...« With Jesus' Command in their luggage, lots of expectaiton and hearts full of love for God and people, a team of 15 from FCJG Lüdenscheid came to Austin. What a family gathering. Young and youngsters came with big suitcases and zest for action eager to find out what would happen. It was such a powerful time we had - for the Lüdenscheiders who supported us so wonderfully on our property by doing practical work, with worship and during our outreaches. They went everywhere with us. And last, they were a blessing to our HfaN team. It's always very special when »family« comes ... This team was ready for anything ... so great!

Capitol and University of Texas

Thursday, October 12, 2017 – The Capitol of Austin is the place where decisions are made; it affects not only Texas but influences and is a model for all America and even the world. On Wednesday, we went to pray and worship at the park surrounding it because we believe that our prayers and worship are a necessary tool to change cities and nations into the plans and good will of God for its citizens. As we lifted up the name of Jesus over this place, God gave us impressions, i.e. that worship topples down idols and places God on the throne that only He deserves. We felt that God wants to install regular worship at this place, and it would also come from within its walls. Later we ended up in an intensive time of intercession. God gave us a picture that He wants to bless the Capitol with an outpouring of oil and fire (both being symbols of the Holy Spirit and His presence) - oil to heal and restore and fire to cleanse and lead into repentance.

Later we went to the University of Austin (UT) to pray. There are 80,000 youth studying here from every nation of the world and we felt the Father's love for them. He wants to reveal His wisdom, His plans and His ways for their lives and we felt, that the University will be a place where young people will get to know Jesus and the power of the Holy Spirit. God will respond to their hunger and search for the meaning of life.

6th Steet

Friday, October 13, 2017 – The whole outreach team was looking forward to the evening on 6th Street in downtown Austin. We had all heard stories about the famous party street and were excited to see what the Holy Spirit would do. We didn't have to wait long. As we started to worship in tongues, we were quickly into deep, glorious worship. As God's presence came down, the heavens opened up and we were carried on wave after wave of His love and holiness. Passers-by, on foot and in cars, couldn't help but stop and ask what was going on. Their minds could not grasp what their spirits were reacting to. Some Christians stopped and inquired as well; as they had not experienced such a thing in a public place before. We had good talks and weird encounters, too. Strange people also showed up to try to create distraction ... but »when the Light comes, the darkness has to flee« or be silent ... and they were. We are claiming this land for Jesus; and »step by step we're moving forward«!

Revival Night

Saturday, October 14, 2017 – God loves it when Christiand from diffrent churches come together with a single goal: to worship Jesus in the Spirit and in truth! This is exactly what happened at the Revival Night. Fifty people - Americans, Germans, Swiss, Austrian, Indian, Finnish and Filipino gathered in the Lifehouse with great hunger to encounter God during worship! Some of them never experienced worshipping in tounges and were later baptized in the Holy Spirit for the first time. The presence of God spread throughout the whole room. Some people were kneeling, others lifted up their hands and again others experienced the Holy Spirit filling their lives afresh. Our outreach team could serve them with prophetic words which really ministered to them. Some responded to Merisha's altar call for a life totally surrendered to Jesus, to follow Him without compromise and recieved prayer. This should happen more often ... this paves a path for revival to come!

San Marcos Community Church

Monday, October 16, 2017 – What a privilege to have been invited to the Mission Prayer evening of the San Marcos Community Church. Not only were we invited to share testimonies but to ›take‹ the whole evening. It was obvious that a very good relationship had developed, for them to entrust the entire evening to us. As Petra opened the evening with worshipping in tongues, it created a spiritual room for hearts to open wide for the Holy Spirit to move. There was a hush in the atmosphere as we shared about our international fellowship and personal testimonies. Everyone realized that the prophetic impressions we received individually for the church were all in the same direction: The fire of the Holy Spirit for the nations! One lady said she saw angels on the stage with us! As we spread out around the church to pray, many came for prayer or a prophetic word ... some even going from one to the other! Normally they would end the night after an hour, but this time many lingered, hungry for a touch, refreshing, a confirmation, or direction from God! We all left that place blessed, filled and encouraged - flying high with our beloved Holy Spirit and wanting more!

American Dream...?

A year ago, most people would look at our family and say, “Now, that is about as good as it gets”. We reside in a wonderful town, live in a custom-built home, have successful careers, serve in our church, have healthy relationships, and most importantly love Jesus.

a lot of questions

But last summer, our family began to experience a shift inside of our hearts, leading us to step back and evaluate the direction of our lives. Were we walking in the full will of the Lord, or did we somehow slide into what the culture says a “Christian family” in America should look like? Were we too “comfortable”? Were we limiting God by “sticking to our plan”? All of these questions (and more!) began to stir last summer after our family became involved with HFAN.

new friends...

We painted walls, pulled weeds, and more…but what we didn’t expect was to be so changed by the people we met. The love of Jesus flowed out of each of them, and we knew right away that God was speaking to us. We were attracted to the freedom and joy that these new friends carried. We were struck by the openness of their future to God’s lead. And while we recognized that our life was full of the Lord’s provision and blessings, it seemed that God was calling us to something new.

& new steps

When they invited us to join them at “Burning Hearts 2018”, it seemed a far-stretch, but after God confirmed in our hearts to go…we did!

Since then, we have continued to pursue God’s vision for lives, laying down all of our plans at His feet. We have joined in “No Compromise” as best we can (with the kids in school, full time jobs, and living an hour away from HFAN!)…and it has been a true blessing. We, as well as our children, have grown in God and have been stretched to new levels over the last month. As we continue to pray about potential changes in our family’s way of life, we are so thankful that God lead us to HFAN. He is definitely showing us what a life radically devoted to Him looks like, and this is what America desperately needs!

... or: How does faith grow? As they found out that the place where they had planned summer camp was full of bed bugs the youth group of the San Marcos Community Church, didn´t know what to do. What first looked like a huge disappointment turned out to be a fun, loud, crazy adventure full of blessings and unforgettable experiences!For two days the 16 teenagers and the staff members stayed on our property and helped us with painting our house and other practical work.

During the working time we had some deep conversations with our special guests and one of them told us that while painting he felt the presence of God stronger than he had in a long time!Rachel, who already took part in so many youth camps, said: »Camp helped me see my relationship with Jesus in a different way than I've ever experienced. I began to see Jesus as my best friend.«

It's so simple

By simply living together, worshipping Jesus and reading their Bibles many of them were touched, encouraged and encountered God in a deeper way.This is how we want to live, our vision and purpose on this place: sharing life with one another, cultivating a lifestyle of love, worship, prayer and discipleship, where people meet God in the everyday's life, just like the first Christians did.

Faith in action

Together we learned how to train our faith and pray for the sick. For example on the first evening, during the devotional time, one of the guys had a really bad headache. We all prayed for him but nothing really happened and soon after that we started worshipping Jesus. While we were singing someone had the impression to pray for that guy again, he did and the headache was gone instantly! You should have seen the look on his face! He was in such awe that God would just suddenly and completely heal him. His faith became real that night. THANK YOU, JESUS!

This is what the youth pastor said ...

»We are so appreciative of the Help for All Nations property and ministry. There is such a peace on that land. As soon as our students walked on the property, they felt loved and full of joy. Your ministry team was so accommodating, joyful and anointed for the ministry. Our students learned valuable teachings that they will take with them forever. During our camp, we had at least eight miracle healings! I cannot thank you enough for your faithfulness and the work you do at HELP for all Nations! We look forward to partnering with you more in the future.«Jon ZmiklyYouth pastor, San Marcos Community Church

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Those words popped up in my head every time we prayed for the coming weeks. With great expectation of how this »Miracle Month« would look like, we did our last preparations for a warm welcome to our guests.

Asian Teenager

And then they came: twelve Chinese children and teenagers from Austin looking forward to experience country life as something special. They came with open hearts and hard-working hands, and the time was full of laughter, playing and deep encounters with each other and God. The time went way too fast as we had to say goodbye again to our new friends.

And the Holy Spirit

The next team arrived from California to share life with us for one week. Some adults and a few teenagers with half of them of Asian background. Together we tried gardening and got to know a lot about the cactus family and agave. We started the journey to get to know the Holy Spirit better and opened our hearts to Him. What happened next was just the Holy Spirit at His best. Hearts with protective walls and defence got softened through love and acceptance. There was pure and true fellowship instead of carrying masks and hiding. The Holy Spirit connected us to God and to each other. By making room for God’s presence, everyone had their own special encounter.

He is real

We had some precious experiences: »I felt like lifted up«, said J. (14 years). »I felt so much peace.« C. (12 years)B. saw an angel in front of our Lifehouse and painted a picture about this never-ending love of God. The highlight of the week was activating the impression to wash each other’s feet. Everyone felt the love of God and the presence of the Holy Spirit and we all knew: something special has taken place!

He sets us free

Gabi, our visitor for several weeks, wrote: »I wanted God to do something big and spectacular in my life which He did, just in a different way than expected. By the end of my time here, Holy Spirit showed me things in my heart … a lot that took the honor Jesus deserves, because deep inside I wanted to do all in my own strength. With Angelina being my witness and help, I confessed everything to God and asked forgiveness. That was huge! Not because it felt nice, but because it was obedience.«

Human hearts

So many different people, different stories - still God writes them all. Is there anything more precious than a human heart? Are there bigger miracles than human hearts changed by the Holy Spirit? What a privilege, to build a place for young people to get changed forever. As I am thinking about it now, I am reminded that we also received a donation of $ 5,000 this month. Wooow! Thank you for this miracle, Jesus!

End of August 2017. The news is filled with news about the situation in Texas. Hurricane Harvey dashed at high speed towards Texas’ cost. Within minutes there was destruction all around. The rain and masses of water swept along anything that was in the way – houses, cars, people. It was not only small villages that were hit, but even big cities. Houston – a city approx. three hours by car from our base in Austin – is flooded. Over half a million of people lost everything, they are faced with ruin. Tragically, some even lost their lives ...The government says that Harvey has been one of the worst natural disaster that hit the USA in and it might probably become one of the most expensive.

... but God’s plans are greater

»In and through this situation I know and believe that God has good plans for Texas«, says Merisha Janke (leader of HfaN). Yes, the present situation is tragic, but despite this tragedy it is an opportunity at the same time to share the Good News of Jesus with people who are hopeless, injured and desperate, to pray for them and actively demonstrate the love of God to them. In all hopelessness, Jesus is still the rock on which we firmly stand, and we know: our Redeemer lives and he is mighty to save! He wants to draw all people unto himself - and even more right now! We are so grateful that as team we are here and able to not only pray, but also to practically help ... and you can join us in this approach. Please watch this video and we’ll tell you how:

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Texas needs help

Over half a million of people lost their homes; hundreds of thousands are left with what they wear on their bodies. The city of Austin has decided to welcome evacuees from the areas of calamity and grant them first aid. Churches all over Texas are packing and distributing »Survivor Kits« containing basic provision: towels, hygiene items, tooth brushes, etc. One »Survivor Kit« costs approx. US$ 38 – that’s what it takes right now to help one person. We are packing such »Survivor Kits« and include encouragement and prayer that each may be a blessing to its recipient. Furthermore, we personally know people and organizations who are going into these areas of calamity, and we want to support them financially. Thank you very much for helping us so we can help people in need. We are so grateful for everything that you are giving towards us, for all support!

Donations

If you donating from Germany or some other European country, please use this account no. (we are issuing a tax receipt in the beginning of 2018):

»Come and follow me«, called Jesus the first disciples 2000 years ago. And he is calling YOU today!

The disciples dared to leave everything behind immediately and followed Jesus wherever he went, doing the things he did. Would you like to do the things Jesus did?

Hunger for more

If there is a YES in your heart, a hunger for more and a desire to step into the missionary lifestyle, you are warmly invited to join us for this three-month-training track. A destiny prepared by God’s very heart awaits you.

Training for something fresh

You will be part of an international family and a global missions movement. On our base, in the heart of Texas, you will receive practical training and discipleship. Following the example of the early church, we will seek God’s kingdom first by praying, working and reaching out together – sharing our lives in the power of the Holy Spirit. ARE YOU READY?

Information and Application

... crowded streets, deafening music, hundreds of bands hoping to be spotted by any producer, hundreds of thousands of young people from all over the world seeking meaning in life, a 14-day-event of extremes. In March during the »South by Southwest Music Festival« - America’s biggest music and movie festival - Austin was in a state of emergency. What a great chance to take the Gospel where it belongs: to the streets, right where the people are. We were an international mix of people from FCJG's community in Lüdenscheid and leaders from our HELP bases (Vienna, Thailand, Mongolia, the Philippines), and together we went to the streets - in all simplicity but filled with faith and boldness. Once we get moving, wonderful things are happening.

Grace

Grace is a young girl that volunteered at SXSW. She didn’t know Jesus at all. When we started to talk to her, she opened her heart. We explained the meaning of her name and shared our testimonies. She was all alert and listened carefully. Someone had a word of knowledge which fitted her situation. When we asked if she wanted to get to know Jesus, she answered, »YES!« She prayed and for the very first time gave her heart and life to Jesus. What a miracle. Thank you, Jesus!

The Devil’s Dancefloor

»It all felt like stepping on the devil’s dancefloor. However, it’s so powerful to be light in such places, to worship Jesus, to declare the power of God, and to take a whole city by the Spirit. The darkness is massive, but the light is exceeding more powerful. Every day, people were drawn by the presence of God and experienced the Holy Spirit in different ways. Some got healed, others were delivered. Some gave their lives to Jesus. It was awesome.« (Thomas, Germany)

Eyes fixed on Jesus

»It was mind-blowing to experience God using me, especially in worship. Despite the things that tried to draw my attention and intimidate me, I learnt to fix my eyes on Jesus and on Jesus alone and to expect him to speak to me. Throughout this outreach I sensed that he was using me so powerfully in the area worship – it was so cool.« (Anna, Germany)

»Though things were wild and tough, I often sensed the sweet presence of Gof and could literally see an open heaven over Austin.« (Trujit, Thailand)

An Army of Worshippers

»Austin is desperate for an army of worshippers and evangelists who go to the streets, pray for the sick and bless people. This city is at the fringe to a mighty breakthrough, a revival. Now is the time to invest. God wants to do mighty things in Texas! Merisha and her team are radical lovers of Jesus who live to see this vision fulfilled, therefore it’s just right to support this ministry, no matter the effort. I was so encouraged and strengthened by this outreach and I am definitely coming back. This was only the beginning.« (Tom, Mongolia)

Yes, we believe and are looking forward to the mighty things God is going to do in Austin. Perhaps you are going to be part of it, too!

Life is making history compiled of stories that individuals live through. Today, we want to introduce Jonathon to you who is living with us for some time:

Somewhere in Texas

Jonathon was born in Galveston, a Texan through and through. His parents are of Mexican descent, however, his father moved out while he was very young, so he grew up without a father figure. Despite this missing influence in his life, his mother did a good job raising her two sons. Jonathon grew up into a young man that the world would call normal. He worked and was hanging out: partying, using drugs and booze to enjoy life. Yet, it all left a gaping hole in his life which got even worse when he moved to Austin and got involved in the Sixth Street party scene. Despite the downward spiral, he knew in his heart of hearts that this wasn't it and was searching ...

Changing point

Four years ago, he started going to church and finally had a glimpse of what he was longing for. He realized it was a life lived with and for Jesus. He accepted Jesus into his life, gave up his partying and just knew that he was finally on the right track. A friend took him along to our Revival Night - where young people who are hungry for more, gather to worship Jesus as they are led by the Holy Spirit. He felt God's presence here and so, he came again and again. He spent weekends working on the property with others, worshipping Jesus together or in public during evangelistic outreaches on Sixth Street.

First steps on water

This was it, he knew that this was what his heart was seeking - to have Jesus in the center, with everything revolving around Him. Now that he'd found it, was he willing to pay the price for it? His answer was yes and soon the first test came. »Leave your nets and follow me«, Jesus told the first disciples in Matthew 4:19. Jonathon knew God was speaking to him. After much prayer, he gave up his job and in December, he moved in with us with a longing for more of God and all that He has for him. Given such a foundation, the Holy Spirit didn't waste any time. After only one week, Jonathon experienced his first financial miracle and knew that he was on the right path. As more time went by, a desire started to grow in him: to preach the gospel to the lost.

»And he said to them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.« (Matthew 14:19-20)

Walking alongside Jesus and submitting everything to him is not a one-time experience. It’s a life-long process to get to know him, his grace and love in a deeper and more intimate way. There are moments when God challenges us to take distinct steps, and this could be anywhere. Rico a young man from our community in Germany, spent three months with us in Austin and experienced the following:

You are my son

»Before I left for the US, God spoke to me about getting baptized again. Actually I got baptized when I was 15, however, I had felt compelled to do it again. Well, you know what it is like ... I forgot about it. When arriving in Texas, God made me to face this issue again and he challenged me to grapple with the baptism. It was the first service I attended in Texas, and it was all about this one topic – baptism. I sensed that it was about time to take this step once more and said YES to God. I wanted to lay down my whole life and my heart before him. I was so desperate for Jesus. So I went into the baptism pool. Shortly after the baptism – I was still standing in the water with my eyes closed – I heard God say: »You are my son, whom I love and whom I have pleasure in!« I received those words and then a good friend who stood at my side prayed these exact words over me, too, thus confirming what God said. I sensed God’s presence and mercy rest upon me in such a strong and mighty way. Thank you, Jesus!«

Pride

God gives us these moments in which he knocks at our heart’s door and challenges us to give everything unto him. Even though it might cost us all and often times clashed with our pride, simple obedience will take us beyond our human limits and draw us deeper into God’s presence. And it’s there that he is waiting with arms wide open to welcome us as his sons and daughters. Isn’t this better and so much more fulfilling than holding on to our own ideas and pride?