In the southern regions of Africa, a small country proudly waves its blue, white, and green flag. This is Lesotho, known as the Kingdom of the Sky, home to a population of over 2 million people. It is to this landlocked country that Matthew and Brooke Smith of Clarksburg, Indiana, feel led of God to serve. While the cursory statistics claim approximately 90 percent of Basotho are Christian, the lifestyles and lack of morals argue of a need for a change of heart and personal relationship with God. Even those who identify as Christians are affected by the culture and traditions, including belief in ancestral worship.

During the first six months of their term in Lesotho, the Smiths will be directing their focus on learning Sesotho, the primary language. Matthew’s desired area of ministry is to work with discipling adults, including pastors and prospective leaders of the church. Brooke feels a pull toward working with the young people, involving teaching English and art, infiltrating both subjects into Bible lessons.

Matthew was just a young teenager when he first felt called of the Lord as a missionary. After going on many short-term mission trips all around the world, it became obvious that Africa was where his heart belonged. After Matthew and Brooke met, his interest and call in missions sparked a desire for her to see the country for herself. This was made possible in August of 2024, when Brooke went to Lesotho, where she instantly fell in love with the people and culture. Matthew and Brooke began preparing for their future life as missionaries even before their marriage in May of 2025. Now they feel more than ever the leading of God to go to this beautiful African country. As they embark on the adventure together, Matthew & Brooke would appreciate your prayers that God will use them to impact souls for the kingdom.