Jean-Marie and Hortense Atitso have recently been appointed as Global Staff in Togo and West Africa, serving alongside our partners Convention Baptiste du Togo (CBT).

They bring extensive experience in ministry and education, as well as passion for integral mission and leadership training. Jean-Marie will support CBT in the areas of mission and evangelism, pastoral training, and leadership development. Hortense will work closely with CBT’s Women’s Department in ministry planning, training, and the development of community-based initiative.

Jean-Marie holds a Masters of Theology from McMaster Divinity College and is a doctoral candidate in practical theology at Laval University (Université Laval). With 20 years of experience in pastoral ministry, he works to help believers grow spiritually, empower them to develop their gifts, and lead them to actively live out the mission of spreading the gospel.

Hortense has served in a wide range of roles over 20 years, teaching and supporting early childhood education, leading teams, and strengthening organizations. Her experience and education have enabled her to effectively serve children and families, as well as support relationships within communities.

Jean-Marie enjoys cooking and discovering cozy cafés where good food and meaningful conversations come together. Hortense cherishes reading and traveling. They are proud parents of three children: Kevin, Donald, and Aronell.

Prayer Requests

• Pray for Jean-Marie and Hortense as they, with CBM, discern how they will be serving in Togo alongside CBM’s partner, as well as elsewhere in the Africa region.
• Pray for spiritual strength and unity for ous family so that we remain deeply rooted in Christ, growing in faith, wisdom, protection and unity on this journey.
• Pray for the Lord’s provision as we start the fundraising season so that the Lord will raise up committed partners in prayer and support.
• Pray that we can all adapt well to living in Togo and that God to open doors for meaningful relationships Within CBT leadership as well as within West Africa Baptists.
• Pray that we may remain sensitive to the voice of the Holy Spirit, faithful to our calling and to the mission God has entrusted to us.