Located in Eastern Africa, South Sudan is home to vast plains and plateaus, dry and tropical savannahs, and forested mountains. After decades of civil conflict, South Sudan gained their independence in 2011. The country population is around 12,106,000 people, and the primary language spoken is English. The primary religion is Christianity with about 63.7% of the population reported as professing Christians, and of the 80 people groups there are six that are unreached.

Data as of May 14, 2026

ABOUT:
Pastor Stephen and his wife, Elizabeth are South Sudanese citizens who serve the Lord in South Sudan along with their five children. They founded the Mission Gardens of Christ (MGC) in 2005 in Bor, the capital of Jonglei State and are in the process of extend MGC services from Bor to Juba.

MISSION:
The MGC is a witness to all nations for Christ and empowers people to stand for themselves and others. This is accomplished through joining hands with other change agents in and outside South Sudan, as well as focusing on leadership training, church planting, basic education and outreach.