Resources

From this page, you can learn about CMD, the resources we use and Africa in general.

Educational Resources

Media Resources

Photos, statistics, demographics, history and more

Articles by Dr. Foster

The following are a collection of articles written by Dr. Andrew Foster, the founder of Christian Mission for the Deaf. Twelve Scriptural Reasons Why You Should Be Concerned About The Lost Deaf – This piece examines the Biblical perspectives and attitudes about the Deaf. The Social Aspect of Deafness — School Years – Dr. Foster …

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CMD’s History

Timeline of Christian Mission for the Deaf’s Growth In 1956 God led Dr. Andrew Foster to found Christian Mission for Deaf Africans (the name was changed to Christian Mission for the Deaf in 1978). CMD’s emphasis continues to be focused on reaching the Deaf with the Gospel. Opening schools for the Deaf is a fundamental …

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History of Africa

Africa is the second-largest continent after Asia. It is approximately four times larger than the United States and is comprised of some 54 countries and states and islands. Africa’s population numbered some 720 million in 1995. The most populous states are Nigeria, Egypt, Ethiopia, Zaire, and South Africa. If Africa’s population continues to increase at …

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Maps

Maps of the work of Christian Mission for the Deaf in Africa – Countries where Andrew Foster opened schools, Sunday Schools, and churches for the Deaf

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Photos & Blog

Some photos of the work in Africa. Be sure to visit our blogs for more photos. Before communication can take place between two parties, both must share a common language. In the case of the Gospel, this language must be complex enough to communicate abstract concepts such as God, Sin, Judgement and Salvation. When Dr. …

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Statistics

Statistics for Christian Mission for the Deaf The following table gives an idea of the statistical challenges faced by Christian Mission for the Deaf, and the number of schools and/or Sunday schools opened in each country. It lists the schools opened by Dr. Foster from 1957-1987. Country Est Deaf Population Schools Opened Benin 6,100 1 Burkina …

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