
Africa
Malawi – The Rev. Dr. Blair D. Bertrand
The PCC supports the Rev. Dr. Blair D. Bertrand as he serves as Mission Staff and Liaison to Zomba Theological University (ZTU) of the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP), Malawi, and works with the Vice Chancellor of ZTU.
Malawi – The Rev. Joel Sherbino
Presbyterians Sharing supports the Rev. Joel Sherbino as he serves as the part-time Malawi Liaison with the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian, Blantyre Synod. Joel seeks opportunities for Canadian Presbyterians to engage in Christ’s mission in Malawi.
Asia
Nepal – The Rev. Lora Nafziger
The Rev. Lora Nafziger serves as Staff Care and Counselling Advisor with United Mission to Nepal (UMN), a faith-based international NGO that strives to help all Nepalis achieve a fuller life through medical and community development programs. Stationed in Kathmandu, Lora provides spiritual and emotional support to all expatriate UMN staff and key Nepali staff, encouraging personal and team growth. To this mission work in Nepal Lora brings her background as a clinical social worker and a pastor. Lora is jointly appointed by the Mennonite Mission Network and The Presbyterian Church in Canada.
Nepal – Gerald Kent
In September 2025, Gerald Kent, former PCC Mission Staff returns to Nepal on a three-year volunteer appointment supported by Presbyterians Sharing. Gerry’s new role in Nepal is Funding Manager at the United Mission to Nepal (UMN) Headquarters in Kathmandu.
Leadership Development Program Recipients
The Leadership Development Program provides educational grants to individuals, at the request of a PCC partner. The goal is to train and upgrade the person’s skills and equip leaders for service in their churches and agencies upon graduation.
ZTU Master of Theology (MTh) students – Wezi Pande, Gloria Innocent Mlowoka, Jane Phiri, Lucy Phanga Pachi, Ruth Kalonga Banda – 2024-2026 – Malawi
Jane Mwalabu Makupete – Bachelor of Records, Archives and Information Management – 2023-2026 – Blantyre, Malawi
Moses Silungwe – Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) – 2023-2028 – Livingstonia, Malawi
Presbyterian participation is made possible through Presbyterians Sharing.



