On 7 June 2026, Pastor Khumi entered the presence of Jesus after a courageous battle with malaria. For eight years, she faithfully served as a pioneer missionary in the remote villages of Northern Rakhine, one of Myanmar’s most difficult and least-reached regions. Pastor Khumi’s journey began through the influence of a faithful widow named Lin Puii, whose humble bamboo house connected to Nine Mile Church became a place of prayer, discipleship, and mission. Like Lydia in Acts 16, Lin Puii opened her heart and home to God’s work, helping nurture future leaders. Among those shaped by her example was Pastor Khumi, who learned that following Christ meant carrying the gospel beyond familiar places to those who had never heard. Responding to God’s call, Pastor Khumi dedicated her life to serving the people of Northern Rakhine. Despite challenging travel conditions, limited medical care, widespread poverty, and spiritual opposition, she remained committed to sharing Christ’s love and making disciples. Her faithfulness bore lasting fruit. What began as a small pioneer ministry grew steadily over the years. Early reports recorded five churches, 82 baptisms, and 177 new Nazarenes. By 2025,...