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Tim and Elisabeth Knickerbocker continue faithfully serving the Lord in France through church planting, pastoral ministry, and leadership training. Their ministry currently touches several churches and outreach efforts as they seek to strengthen believers and develop future leaders.

In Aubusson, the young church continues moving forward despite several members facing health challenges. One member, Muriel, is courageously battling cancer, while another family is expecting their fifth child during a difficult pregnancy. Through these trials, the church family is drawing closer to the Lord. They are also encouraged that a man named Elvis, whom they have ministered to for over 30 years, has begun attending church regularly and showing spiritual growth.

In Ussel, Tim serves as the teaching pastor, participating in multiple services each month and helping lead ministry training sessions for several men who are preparing for leadership. The church also has an active literature ministry distributing gospel calendars.

The ministry in Limoges is progressing well with regular Bible studies and services. A faithful deacon assists with preaching, and the church continues discipling new attendees who are working through doctrinal questions while growing in their faith.

The online Bible Institute has recently transitioned leadership to two French pastors. The program offers several weekly courses and currently has around 40 men participating in theological training.

In addition, the Baptist Alliance of France, a fellowship of independent Baptist churches and pastors, continues hosting conferences, camps, and ministry events designed to encourage pastors and strengthen churches throughout the country.

Looking ahead, the Knickerbockers are preparing for what will likely be their final round of visits to supporting churches between September 2026 and December 2027.