Brother Andrews Memorial

On September 27th, 2022, Anne van der Bijl, better known as “Brother Andrew”, was called home to meet, face to face, the Saviour he served so well while on earth. He was 94. Andrew follows his wife, Corry, who passed away in 2018. He is survived by five children and eleven grandchildren. Find more information on the life of Brother Andrew here.

A public memorial service for Brother Andrew will take place Friday, November 18 at 1:30 pm EST/ 10:30 am PST, and it will be available in English. You can watch the memorial service for Brother Andrew below. 

Brother Andrew Tribute Magazine

To honour Brother Andrew’s memory and to inspire others to follow in his footsteps, Open Doors has put together a special tribute magazine reflecting on the life of Brother Andrew. 

This 16-page magazine is full of stories and tributes to Brother Andrew. Inside you’ll also find out how you can get a free copy of Brother Andrew’s most famous book – God’s Smuggler.

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God's Smuggler Memorial Fund

Brother Andrew dedicated his life to strengthening the church living under persecution. If his life and ministry has inspired or challenged you, you can help his legacy to continue and grow by making a special memorial gift to continue his life goal of strengthening persecuted Christians where faith costs the most. 

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More Christians need help than ever before.

As we close out 2023, the number of persecuted Christians is higher than ever. With greater persecution comes greater need. Your year-end gift will help – including providing more Bibles, more discipleship, and more relief aid.

Our year-end goal is $500,000 to help our persecuted family. Will you prayerfully give a gift today?

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