Quarterly Reports

Q2 2025 Quarterly Update

August 20, 2025

The second quarter of 2025 was marked by vibrant community gatherings and strategic growth for BMS International as the organization continued advancing its mission to promote the Christian faith and engage in meaningful Christian social entrepreneurship. Mission properties worldwide flourished as venues for international conferences and joyful celebrations like Easter and Bible Kids Explorers Days. The Basfour Group navigated post-flood restoration work and secured valuable long-term partnerships that strengthen its foundation for future impact.

Mission Activities and Regional Impact

Mission properties across multiple countries served as thriving centers of spiritual growth and fellowship throughout the second quarter. International conferences were hosted at these valued spaces, including the bi-annual conference in León, Mexico, which welcomed 140 participants from across the Americas and Europe, and the annual Summer Conference in Kerala, India, which united 192 guests from seven countries.

In nearly every BMS location local churches celebrated Easter together through meaningful gatherings and by following the BCC Easter Conference broadcasts from Brunstad. The quarter also featured special Bible Kids Explorers Days focused on the Easter theme, creating engaging experiences for children across most mission properties. The online Francophone services continued to connect French-speaking communities across various regions, while numerous properties enabled individual church groups to participate in the BCC Pentecost Conference broadcasts alongside their own local fellowship activities.

“The mission property, for me, is like a mini haven of rest and peace. When I enter through the gates, I know I’ll meet my friends who share the same faith and are in the same battle. I’m so grateful for this property,” shares Laura, a local church member from Vancouver, Canada, who attended the conference in León, Mexico.

In connection to these events, local church members showed remarkable dedication by providing over 7,000 volunteer hours across the BMS properties on activities such as construction projects, landscaping, maintenance, and roof waterproofing. This consistent care ensures these properties remain welcoming spaces for religious activities and fellowship.

Basfour Group: Empowering Through Christian Social Entrepreneurship

In South Africa, the Basfour Group successfully completed extensive post-flood restoration efforts while maintaining uninterrupted operations at alternative facilities throughout the recovery period. The quarter also brought important strategic developments and changes across the Group’s companies.

A highlight of the quarter was the continued success of the Christian Youth Development and Empowerment Program (CYDEP). The 17 participants gained over 4,500 hours of hands-on experience across hospitality, IT networking, and property maintenance. In June, Upriver Developments established a computer training facility to further prepare students for academic and future employment opportunities. This comprehensive training approach continues to equip young adults from various African nations with the practical skills and workplace capabilities needed to make positive impacts in their home communities.

Supporting African Communities

The Basfour Group’s commitment to Christian social entrepreneurship extends beyond business operations through its dedicated Board and Management Support Program. This vital initiative engages board members and management who volunteer their expertise to develop mission properties across various African nations, with the primary goal of equipping local teams with skills needed for independent operation while encouraging active church community involvement.

During the second quarter, this program delivered over 320 hours of comprehensive management support. The efforts included workshops and meetings conducted at Camp Africa, hosted in South Africa in May, which provided essential training to over 40 participants from across Africa on church entity organization. Team members also travelled to the Democratic Republic of Congo and Cameroon, providing comprehensive training and operational guidance that was well-received by local leaders and communities.

Building on early success of the post-CYDEP remote employment initiative, another Nigerian participant has now joined the program, and dedicated office facilities were established in Nigeria to support this team. This expansion demonstrates the program’s ongoing commitment to creating sustainable pathways for program graduates to contribute meaningfully to their communities long after training completion.