The Gospel

We strive to put simple, reproducible, and Biblical tools in our national partners’ hands that empower them to share the gospel, make disciples, and plant churches in their spiritually dark communities.

We believe local leaders are the key to sustainable church planting movements in unreached areas, and desire that they thrive in their identity as Christ’s ambassadors. Through our equipping efforts, we give our national partners the confidence and skills they need to build strong, grace-oriented gospel movements.

Our equipping strategy takes our national partners on a journey through various obedience-based trainings so that they have the skills and resources necessary to make disciples and plant rapidly multiplying churches. As these leaders display commitment to the mission, they advance through the following training modules.

· Four Fields Training

· Women’s Ministry Training

· Pastoral and Leadership Training

· Degree Level Training

“And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.”
-2 Timothy 2:2

When the church launched in Acts 2, we witness a movement of disciples making disciples and churches planting churches. Multiplication has been ingrained in the church since its start, and it’s our aim to continue in this pattern to reach the unreached.

We multiply disciples and churches because the world’s population is rapidly growing. To reach the unreached, the church must grow at an even quicker rate, motivating us to mobilize all believers to share the gospel and equip leaders under their care to multiply.

The end goal of mobilizing the Church, evangelizing the lost, and equipping local believers is the formation of reproducible, self-sustaining church plants led by national leaders. We believe these indigenous partnerships are the most strategic and effective way to multiply mature disciples and healthy churches in these dark nations.

Scripture teaches that the Church isn’t a building; it’s a gathering of disciples. To that end, Reach India defines a church as a group of two or more believers who seek to obey the commands of Christ together.

Below is an example of how disciple and church multiplication work. 

1. Two or more believers begin to meet regularly.
2. Consistent discipleship takes place.
3. Believers share the gospel in their community and beyond.
4. Believers disciple other believers and plant new churches.
5. The cycle starts again.

“So the churches were being strengthened in the faith, and were increasing in number daily.”
-Acts 16:5

Church planting is the cornerstone of Reach India's mission to proliferate the message of Christ and cultivate vibrant communities of faith across the nation. Our approach to church planting encompasses strategic planning, visionary leadership, and holistic ministry initiatives.

Visionary Leadership: At the helm of our church planting endeavors are visionary leaders driven by a passion for evangelism and community transformation. These leaders identify strategic locations where the establishment of a new church community can have a profound impact on local residents.

Strategic Planning: Before breaking ground on a new church, meticulous research and strategic planning are undertaken. This involves understanding the unique socio-cultural landscape of the area, identifying target demographics, and assessing spiritual needs.

Empowering Leaders: Reach India invests heavily in training and equipping local leaders to serve as pastors, evangelists, and church planters. Through rigorous training programs, these leaders are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively lead and disciple new believers.

Community Engagement: Church planting extends beyond constructing physical structures; it is about building meaningful connections within the local community. Reach India actively engages with community members through outreach initiatives, building trust, and fostering relationships.

Multiplication and Discipleship: Our approach to church planting emphasizes multiplication and discipleship. New believers are encouraged to become disciple-makers themselves, starting their own house churches and perpetuating the cycle of spiritual growth.

Holistic Ministry: Integral to our church planting efforts is holistic ministry, addressing both the spiritual and practical needs of the community. From providing social support to offering spiritual guidance, Reach India seeks to foster holistic transformation in the lives of individuals and communities.

Long-Term Sustainability: Reach India is committed to the long-term sustainability of church planting efforts. This involves ongoing support, training, and mentorship for church leaders, as well as strategic partnerships with local churches and organizations.

Through intentional and strategic church planting initiatives, Reach India endeavors to witness communities transformed by the Gospel, serving as beacons of hope and centers of spiritual growth. Each new church represents a testament to God's faithfulness and a testament to the power of community and collaboration in furthering His kingdom.

Training and equipping lie at the core of Reach India's mission to empower leaders, disciple believers, and strengthen communities. Our approach to training and equipping encompasses comprehensive programs aimed at nurturing spiritual growth, developing leadership skills, and fostering a culture of excellence.

Comprehensive Programs:Reach India offers comprehensive training programs designed to equip leaders and believers with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary for effective ministry. These programs cover a wide range of topics, including theology, discipleship, evangelism, pastoral care, and community development.

Leadership Development:Central to our training initiatives is the development of strong and visionary leaders who are equipped to lead with integrity, wisdom, and compassion. Through mentorship, coaching, and practical training opportunities, we empower leaders to fulfill their God-given potential and make a lasting impact in their communities.

Discipleship Training:Discipleship is a cornerstone of our training efforts, as we believe in the importance of nurturing believers to grow in their faith and become mature disciples of Christ. Our discipleship training programs focus on biblical teaching, spiritual formation, and practical application, equipping believers to live out their faith in everyday life.

Skill Building:In addition to spiritual growth and leadership development, Reach India provides practical skill-building opportunities to equip believers for ministry and service. This includes training in areas such as counseling, teaching, worship leading, and community outreach, empowering individuals to use their talents and gifts for the glory of God.

Continual Learning:Reach India is committed to a culture of continual learning and growth, recognizing that the journey of discipleship is ongoing. We provide opportunities for leaders and believers to engage in further education, professional development, and lifelong learning, ensuring that they remain equipped and effective in their ministry endeavors.

Local Contextualization:Recognizing the diverse cultural contexts in which our leaders and believers serve, Reach India seeks to contextualize training programs to meet the specific needs and challenges of each community. This involves tailoring content, methodologies, and resources to align with local customs, languages, and practices.

Through our training and equipping initiatives, Reach India aims to empower leaders and believers to fulfill their God-given calling, make a positive impact in their communities, and advance the kingdom of God. We believe that investing in training and equipping is essential for building strong, healthy, and thriving churches that glorify God and bless the nations.

Community outreach is a vital aspect of Reach India's mission to demonstrate the love of Christ and meet the practical needs of individuals and communities. Our approach to community outreach is holistic, encompassing various initiatives aimed at addressing both spiritual and physical needs.

Needs Assessment:Reach India begins its community outreach efforts by conducting thorough needs assessments to identify the specific challenges and needs of each community. This process involves engaging with community members, local leaders, and stakeholders to gain insights into the most pressing issues facing the community.

Practical Assistance:One of the key components of our community outreach initiatives is providing practical assistance to those in need. This includes initiatives such as distributing food, clothing, and other essential supplies to vulnerable individuals and families, especially during times of crisis or natural disasters.

Healthcare Initiatives:Reach India is committed to promoting health and wellness in the communities we serve. We organize medical camps, provide access to healthcare services, and offer health education and awareness programs to improve the overall well-being of community members.

Education and Literacy:Education is a powerful tool for empowerment and transformation. Reach India invests in educational initiatives such as literacy programs, school support, and scholarships to ensure that children and adults have access to quality education and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Socio-economic Empowerment:We believe in empowering individuals and families to break the cycle of poverty and achieve self-sufficiency. Through vocational training programs, entrepreneurship initiatives, and microfinance opportunities, we equip community members with the skills and resources they need to thrive economically.

Spiritual Guidance:While meeting physical needs is important, Reach India recognizes the significance of addressing spiritual needs as well. Our community outreach efforts include sharing the Gospel message, offering spiritual counseling and support, and providing opportunities for individuals to grow in their faith and relationship with God.

Partnerships and Collaboration:Reach India understands that effective community outreach requires collaboration and partnerships with local organizations, churches, and government agencies. We actively seek opportunities to partner with others who share our vision and values, leveraging collective resources and expertise to maximize impact.

Through our holistic approach to community outreach, Reach India seeks to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of individuals and communities. We believe that by demonstrating Christ's love through practical acts of service and compassion, we can bring hope, healing, and transformation to those in need.

Children experience insidious forms of violence, exploitation and abuse. It happens in every country, and in the places children should be most protected – their homes, schools and online. Violence against children can be physical, emotional or sexual. And in many cases, children suffer at the hands of the people they trust.

Children in humanitarian settings are especially vulnerable. During armed conflict, natural disasters and other emergencies, children may be forced to flee their homes, some torn from their families and exposed to exploitation and abuse along the way. They risk injury and death. They may be recruited by armed forces. Especially for girls and women, the threat of gender-based violence soars.

Harmful cultural practices pose another grave risk in various parts of the world. Hundreds of millions of girls have been subjected to child marriage and female genital mutilation – even though both are internationally recognized human rights violations.

No matter the circumstance, every child has the right to be protected from violence, exploitation and abuse. Child protection systems connect children to vital social services and fair justice systems – starting at birth. They provide care to the most vulnerable, including children uprooted by conflict, poverty and disaster; victims of child labour or trafficking; and those who live with disabilities or in alternative care. Above all, protecting children means protecting their physical, mental and psychosocial needs to safeguard their futures. 

Economic hardship exacts a toll on millions of families worldwide – and in some places, it comes at the price of a child’s physical safety. Nearly 1 in 10 children across the globe are subjected to child labour, almost half of whom are in hazardous forms of work.

Child marriage robs girls of their childhood and threatens their well-being. Girls who marry before 18 are more likely to experience domestic violence and less likely to remain in school. They have worse economic and health outcomes than their unmarried peers, which are eventually passed down to their own children, further straining a country’s capacity to provide quality health and education services.

Migrant and displaced children

Millions of children are on the move. Some are driven from their homes by conflict, poverty or climate change. Others leave in the hope of finding a better life. Far too many encounter danger, detention, deprivation and discrimination on their journeys, at destination or upon return. 

Violence against children

Violence against children takes many forms. It can be physical, emotional or sexual. It happens in all countries and any setting – in a child's home, community, school or online. And for many children, violence comes at the hands of the people they trust.

Equitable access to learning opportunities and improved skills development in primary education – including foundational, digital and transferable skills – is key to ensuring that every child is prepared for life, work and active citizenship.

Investing in girls’ education transforms communities, countries and the entire world. Girls who receive an education are less likely to marry young and more likely to lead healthy, productive lives. They earn higher incomes, participate in the decisions that most affect them, and build better futures for themselves and their families.

Adolescents are growing up in a transforming world. Technology, migration, climate change and conflict are reshaping society, forcing people across the globe to adapt to unexpected changes in their lives and work. To keep up, adolescents must be able to seize opportunities and confront challenges.

The availability and potential of technology makes digital learning an essential service for every child. REACH INDIA leads on initiatives to connect thousands of children and young people to world-class digital solutions so they can bound to a brighter future.

Education systems are complex. Getting all children in school and learning requires alignment across families, educators and decision makers. It requires shared goals, and national policies that put learning at the centre. It also requires data collection and regular monitoring to help policymakers identify what’s working, who’s benefiting, and who’s being left behind.

Tremendous progress in child and maternal health has been achieved over the past decades. More infants today live to celebrate their fifth birthday, while fewer women lose their lives during pregnancy and childbirth. 

But millions of women and children are still dying from causes that can be prevented with quality health care and strong health systems. Communicable and non-communicable diseases, mental health conditions, injuries, malnutrition, environmental hazards: All pose threats to children worldwide. Still, within and among countries, stark inequities persist when it comes to accessing live-saving care. 

Women and children living in poverty, with a disability, or in an emergency setting are especially likely to be cut off from services they need to survive and thrive. And the risk of disease and malnutrition soars during conflict, natural disaster and other crises.

Through it all, demographic changes threaten to strain global health systems. Children in 2030 will live in a world that is older and more urban. With fertility rates dropping and life expectancies rising, more children and elderly people will be dependent on those in the workforce. At the same time, income growth will shift young people into wealthier, but not necessarily healthier, environments. Public health emergencies and those stemming from environmental causes are also expected to become more frequent.

Vaccines are among the greatest advances in global health and development. For over two centuries, vaccines have safely reduced the scourge of diseases like polio, measles and smallpox, helping children grow up healthy and happy. They save more than five lives every minute – preventing up to three million deaths a year.

Malaria, pneumonia, diarrhoea, HIV and tuberculosis are preventable and treatable. But they are still killing children in large numbers. Children under 5 are especially vulnerable to infectious diseases.

In the global effort to end HIV and AIDS, children and adolescents continue to fall behind. New cases of infection still occur at birth, during breastfeeding and in adolescence, and not enough children and adolescents living with HIV have access to testing and life-saving treatment.

Good nutrition is the bedrock of child survival and development. Well-nourished children are better able to grow, learn, play and participate in their communities. They are also more resilient in the face of crisis. Yet, many children are not getting the nutrition they need.

During conflicts, natural disasters and other emergencies, children’s health needs can be neglected to devastating effect. Newborns, children, and mothers are often cut off from essential care, including life-saving medicines and supplies. The risk of disease and malnutrition soars. And adolescents become more vulnerable to sexual violence.

REACH INDIA tackles health challenges in places affected by conflicts, natural disasters, migration, urbanization, and political and economic instability, by supporting direct responses to emergencies and helping to develop resilient health systems that can withstand crises.

In conflict and disaster, children suffer first and suffer most. During emergencies and humanitarian contexts, children are especially vulnerable to disease, malnutrition and violence. Children living in conflict areas are worst off – they are more likely to be living in extreme poverty, for instance, or not enrolled in primary school.

The chaos and insecurity of war threatens or destroys access to food, shelter, social support and health care, and results in increased vulnerability in communities, especially for children. REACH INDIA focuses on these children and their families to provide them with the essential interventions required for protection, to save lives and to ensure the rights of all children, everywhere.

REACH INDIA also works to strengthen the links between humanitarian action and development work. Our presence in many countries before, during and after emergencies, delivers a continuum of support. For example, the rehabilitation and upgrade of water and sanitation systems serve vulnerable households in both the immediate crisis and the longer term.

Millions of children are on the move. Some are driven from their homes by conflict, poverty or climate change; others leave in the hope of finding a better life. Far too many encounter danger, detention, deprivation and discrimination on their journeys, at destination or upon return.

It doesn’t have to be this way. The suffering and exclusion of migrant and displaced children is not only unacceptable, but also preventable. A child is a child, no matter why she leaves home, where she comes from, where she is, or how she got there. Every child deserves protection, care and all the support and services she needs to thrive.

Yet, too often migrant and displaced children face numerous challenges in transit, at destination and upon return, often because they have few – or no – options to move through safe and regular pathways whether on their own or with their families. They may be forced into child labour, pressed into early marriage, exposed to aggravated smuggling, subjected to human trafficking, and put at risk of violence and exploitation or. They often miss out on education and proper medical care, and don’t find it easy to feel at home in the communities they arrive in; trying to learn a new language and fit into a new culture can make things especially hard. These difficulties have lasting physical and psychological effects and can prevent children on the move from reaching their full potential. The challenges have been compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Solution 

Children should be safe from violence and be able to grow up with their families. They shouldn’t have to miss school or be scared to visit the doctor. They shouldn’t be discriminated against because of where they come from. They should be able to feel at home – wherever they find themselves and wherever home is. We can establish seasonal hostels for the children of migrant parents who are often migrated in search of livelihood by leaving the children at home in rural areas with grandparents or with siblings.

Good nutrition is the bedrock of child survival and development. Well-nourished children are better able to grow, learn, play and participate in their communities. They are also more resilient in the face of crisis.

Yet, today, many children are not getting the nutrition they need to survive and thrive. This is especially true for the poorest and most vulnerable children.

At least one in three children under 5 is affected by malnutrition in its most visible forms: stunting, wasting and overweight.

Children affected by stunting – some 144 million under the age of 5 – are too short for their age, and their brains may never develop to their full cognitive potential, hindering their ability to learn as children, earn as adults, and contribute fully to their societies.

Wasting affects 47 million children globally. Children with wasting are desperately thin, have weakened immune systems, and face an increased risk of death: They require urgent treatment and care to survive.

Overweight affects nearly 38 million children under 5 worldwide. As global food systems shift and the consumption of processed foods high in fat, sugar and salt increases, childhood overweight is on the rise in every region of the world, particularly in middle-income countries.

Less visible forms of malnutrition, such as hidden hunger, can occur when children become deficient in essential vitamins and other micronutrients. These micronutrient deficiencies affect more than 340 million children under 5 globally, delaying their growth, weakening their immune systems and impairing their brain development.

Today, many states of India are facing a double or triple burden of malnutrition – with concurrent problems of stunting, wasting, micronutrient deficiencies, and overweight.

From pregnancy, through childhood, and in adolescence, poor diets are a leading cause of malnutrition in all its forms. Children’s diets are shaped by multiple forces – globalization, urbanization, inequities, environmental crises, epidemics and humanitarian emergencies – that undermine families’ access to nutritious, safe and affordable foods.

The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the pre-existing crisis of child malnutrition, threatening families’ livelihoods, disrupting the availability and affordability of nutritious and safe diets, and straining the delivery of essential nutrition services – with dire consequences for the most vulnerable children.

Children need the right foods at the right time to grow and develop to their full potential. The most critical time for good nutrition is during the 1,000-day period from pregnancy until a child’s second birthday.

After early childhood, middle childhood and adolescence – the period from age 5 to 19 – is a second window of opportunity for growth, psychosocial development, and establishing lifelong dietary and lifestyle habits.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, women become particularly vulnerable to malnutrition. Energy and nutrient needs increase at this time, and meeting them is critical to protecting women’s health and that of their child – in the womb and throughout early childhood.

Driven by conflict, climate change, epidemics, and disasters, humanitarian crises are leaving millions of children and women malnourished and jeopardizing their survival, growth and development.

National government have the primary responsibility of upholding children’s and women’s rights to nutrition. To do this effectively, they need strong, resilient systems that help prevent all forms of malnutrition and deliver timely treatment and care when prevention falls short. Multiple systems – including food, health, water and sanitation, social protection, and education – have a role to play in making the right to nutrition a reality. These national governments should follow GO-NGO-BENEFICIARY procedure where we NGOs play vital role in reaching the unreached and remote areas.

Growing up in a clean and safe environment is every child’s right. Access to clean water, basic toilets, and good hygiene practices not only keeps children thriving, but also gives them a healthier start in life.

Despite COVID-19 putting the spotlight on the importance of hand hygiene to prevent the spread of disease, three billion people worldwide, including hundreds of millions of school-going children, do not have access to handwashing facilities with soap. People living in rural areas, urban slums, disaster-prone areas and low-income countries are the most vulnerable and the most affected.

Key facts

· Worldwide, 2.2 billion people still lack access to safe drinking water.

· More than half of the global population does not have access to safe sanitation.

· Three billion people do not have access to handwashing facilities with soap.

· Still, 673 million people practice open defecation.

The consequences of unsafe water, sanitation and hygiene on children can be deadly. Over 700 children under age 5 die every day of diarrhoeal diseases due to lack of appropriate Water, Sanitation and Hygiene services. In areas of conflict, children are nearly 20 times more likely to die from diarrhoeal disease than from the conflict itself.

WATER

When children don’t have access to clean water, it affects their health, nutrition, education and learning abilities, thus impacting many aspects of their lives.

Everyone has the human right to safe drinking water. This holds true in stability and in crisis, in urban and rural contexts, and in every country around the world. When children don’t have access to clean water, it negatively impacts their health, nutrition, education and every other aspect of their lives. Girls, women and people living with disabilities are particularly impacted.

SANITATION

Adequate sanitation is essential to childhood survival and development, improving children’s education, increasing productivity and building resilience in the face of disease and disaster.

We help in mobilizing the local resources to be used for development and in building a self-reliant and sustainable society. We play the role of mediator between people and government in GO-NGO-People pattern. We NGOs are actually the facilitator of development, education and professionalization.

India being the developing Nation, the majority of the population belongs to the rural area, and their lives revolve around the agricultural sector for employment and means of livelihood. Farming and agriculture have always been one of the essential economic activities in India. Near about two-thirds of the population engaged in agriculture and agriculture-related activities, it is crucial to understand India’s plight and why they are struggling. For a few decades, the working environment and the agricultural scenario are stagnant, and it is no more a profit-making sector like before. It was somehow the need of the hour to dig into the real issues relating to agriculture and rectify the same through our NGO’s being the Agriculture NGO in India.

Non-government organizations and voluntary action have been part of the historical legacy. This term, “non-governmental organization” first came into use in 1945. Since then, the role of NGOs actively highlighted in every stream. REACH INDIA, is one such NGO that has been vigorously involved in making the lives of the farmers better and become be their right hand in all the phases of farming. 

REACH INDIA is an NGO in India and is working wholeheartedly to do away with minor and significant Agriculture sector issues. Our primary aim as an NGO in India is to provide services to those farmers who need the same. We consider our NGO to be capable enough to reach out to farmers’ problems, inaccessible areas, induce innovation in their working patterns, and achieve goals on their behalf, which was only a distant dream for the farmers. WE, , are doing our best to create close links to the poor communities to understand their conditions better and work on them accordingly. 

The main task of the REACH INDIA is to upgrade the working conditions of the farmers by initiating better learning platforms and widening their knowledge zone to do better in the sector. Our experts and leaders shall be available for them around the clock to feed them with the required skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the modern times. we are also trying to develop, assist, promote, execute, train, and offer consultancy/advisory in current agricultural, horticultural, and farming activities in an eco-friendly, sustainable environment to the curious farmers. we shall also impart non-formal education and vocational training to teach the farmers better farming techniques.

We are on the mission to create a healthy, green and clean planet through tree plantation. Along with our diligent greening efforts, we strive to uplift and assist the rural communities, while promoting extensive agriculture across the nation and making it a happy-green paradise.

We work with a vision of developing lush-green and bio-diverse sustainable world for the future generations by igniting a huge environmental revolution through trees. With our each healthy sapling, we intend to create a repository for a rich ecological bio diverse planet.

At REACH INDIA, Community Development programmes are aimed at making women more independent. This is done through skill development, social get-togethers and small-scale business support platforms.

We have observed that when women come together, they display higher levels of confidence which makes a difference in their emotional well-being. As part of our community development initiatives, we impart various vocational trainings to the women from different communities to enhance their self-dependency and develop entrepreneurial skills in them.

REACH INDIA is delighted to invite you to join us for a day of cultural festivities at our National Festival Celebrations in Suryapet, Telangana. Our organization is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community through education, healthcare, and socio-economic initiatives. This festival is a joyful expression of our commitment to celebrating India's rich heritage and promoting unity in diversity.

At the heart of our festival are captivating cultural performances that showcase the diverse traditions and talents of India. From classical dances to folk music, there will be something to enchant every audience member. The festival will also feature a delightful food festival where you can savor authentic Indian dishes prepared by talented local chefs.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Indian artistry through our artisan exhibitions, highlighting traditional crafts and handicrafts. Join interactive workshops to learn about traditional dance forms, arts, and crafts, and participate in activities that celebrate our shared heritage.

At REACH INDIA, our mission is to uplift the lives of marginalized individuals, including impoverished widows who often lack access to basic amenities. One of our primary initiatives is focused on constructing bathrooms and toilets specifically for these vulnerable women, ensuring they have dignified sanitation facilities.

For many poor widows, having a private and hygienic bathroom is not just a matter of convenience but a critical aspect of their well-being and dignity. Lack of proper sanitation facilities can expose them to health risks and diminish their quality of life. By providing them with access to clean and safe bathrooms, we aim to restore their sense of dignity and improve their overall living conditions.

We begin by identifying widows in need within our community and collaborate closely with local authorities and partners to design and construct bathrooms and toilets tailored to their requirements. Our approach emphasizes functionality, hygiene, and privacy to ensure these facilities meet the unique needs of the beneficiaries.