A Macedonian Call: Transforming Lives in the Heart of Mali

In this week’s episode of ‘God on the Move’, Nouh Ag Infa Yattara shares his incredible journey from a nomadic Tuareg upbringing in Mali to becoming a Christian pastor. Nouh recounts his early years, the allure of a simple ballpen that led him to explore Christianity, and the persecution he faced from his family and community after his conversion. As pastor of the Evangelical Baptist Church of Timbuktu and General Delegate for the Evangelical Protestants in Mali, he highlights a ‘Macedonian Call’ for help, revealing the critical challenges faced by Christians in Mali due to lack of financial and missionary support. This episode emphasizes the power of faith, the importance of prayer, and the ongoing need for support in the spread of the Gospel in one of the toughest regions for Christianity.

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Nouh Ag Infa Yattara

Nouh Ag Infa Yattara, born December 1, 1953, is a Malian pastor and evangelist serving as the Pastor of the Evangelical Baptist Church in Timbuktu and General Delegate for Evangelical Protestants in Mali. Born into a nomadic Islamic family, he converted to Christianity in 1967 and has since dedicated his life to ministry, despite significant persecution.
Yattara has played a key role in growing the Christian community in Timbuktu and translating the Bible into Tamasheq. He partners with organizations like Voice of the Martyrs to distribute Christian literature and leads evangelistic efforts through direct outreach, social projects, and the Jesus Film. His work focuses on spreading the Gospel among the least-reached groups in Mali.

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