Asia is the most religiously diverse region of the world with a plethora of belief systems, cultures, and religions. Over 62% of Muslims reside in Asia, while 99% of Buddhists and 97% of Hindus live in the region as well. Moreover, Asia contains two thirds of the world’s population with 61% of the world’s unreached people groups living there.
As the regional director for Asia, I (Peter) seek to support our global workers’ health, alignment, and effectiveness as they serve in 20 countries scattered throughout the region. In addition to a large majority of our global workers serving in RAN contexts, we also have many reaching Millennials and Gen Z, as they seek to raise up the next generation of leaders.
Having been global workers for almost 20 years in Asia, we understand what it takes to minister in often hostile environments that many of our global workers in this region experience daily.
In 2002, we began ministering in Thailand, establishing Imagine Thailand, a foundation that creates opportunities for young Thai emerging leaders to help communities in need all throughout the country. In 2012, we relocated to Myanmar where we set up business opportunities to empower local women to develop the necessary skills to support their families. I (Cavelle) spearheaded this project and others to help local communities. In 2016, I (Peter) became the regional director for the Asia region. We continue to engage with the DeBoer Fellowship in Myanmar, a program supporting mid-career leaders bring change to Myanmar. We’re also blessed to have three incredible sons: Matthew, Benjamin, and Charles.
