What is FROM?

Friends Reaching Out Ministries (FROM as it's more commonly known) was established in Durban, South Africa in late 1995. It was later broadened to include a separate non-profit organization in the US, beginning in 1996. More recently, we have begun the process of attaining 501(c)3 status.

FROM recognizes that Christians are called to more than just talk about Mission and Ministry. We seek to develop relationships that identify, encourage, and empower those that God is calling to reap the harvest.

Our Mission

"FROM is mission-sending organization based on friendship; called to identify, establish and support new and existing ministries"

Our Aim

"To advance the Kingdom of God worldwide while strengthening the local church"

Our Creed

"FROM shall endeavor to serve all Bible believing Christians without respect to denominational ties, religious tradition, race, culture, or creed"

Who is FROM?

The leadership of FROM currently consists of Melvain and Lynette Donyes, along with several friends who serve as advisors. As the process of our non-profit status goes forward, we'll be adding more oversight to the organization.

What does FROM do?

Currently, we are gearing up for a return to active service in Africa, hopefully by January of 2005. We are exploring several ministry opportunities, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Among our highest priorities are to assist local leaders through FROM.SA to deal with the rampant AIDS crisis in South Africa. Our first goals is to find churches and ministry teams with a burden for AIDS orphans. We hope to procure some land and staff to meet the spiritual AND physical needs of these precious children, who suffer the most from the "sins of the fathers".