Gene and Bethanie Stevenson, originally from Pennsylvania, have been called to work among some of the Native American peoples, as well as the broader population of the American Southwest. Residing in Flagstaff, Arizona, Gene desires to help with the education and training of future Native American leaders. Gene is currently pursuing his doctor of theology degree to increase in excellence in this field. Bethanie, a trained family therapist, works to assist local people as they move towards personal and family wholeness. Bethanie feels the burden of busy Christian leaders who simply need a place to rest and refresh themselves physically, emotionally and spiritually. Gene and Bethanie’s goal is to develop a place for such missionaries and Christian workers who are in need of rest and reflection.
Birthdays Gene September 3, Bethanie March 13, Aria 11/15/06, Noah 1/27/10, Lily 9/16/11
Mark donations Oasis Southwest
Prayer requests
Housing: We would love to provide a place for ministry leaders to relax, renew, and refresh amongst the creation of the desert Southwest. Please pray for the resources, wisdom, and opportunity to make this happen.
Community: We’re thankful for increased opportunities to cultivate relationships here in Flagstaff now that COVID restrictions have been lifted. Please pray that the Lord would guide us as we encourage others and share life with them in the midst of daily challenges.
Ministry: Pray for Beth as she continues to use her gifts as a therapist. Pray for Gene as he networks with Native American Christian ministers and organizations and as he writes his doctoral dissertation.
In partnership with a Native American friend, Gene is seeking to establish “The Good Neighbor Project” to help build partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Christians. You may donate to help this project below.