For this large project for 500 people, there was a lot of preparation and action all the way from planning to packing to loading to distributing! Many miracles brought it all together, and it was a great success indeed! We had enough donated meat for all the women in the settlement, and that was already wonderful. But the Lord had more in mind! Only three days before the project…
It is really a privilege to be able to regularly assist Mama Rosie and her orphanage – which is home to over 120 children – with much needed foodstuffs and toiletry items! She and her team work faithfully and long to uplift so many children both physically and spiritually, so being able to partner with her to keep the orphanage running is truly a joy!
It was a warm and happy morning with plenty of fresh milk and many bread rolls for these boys and girls to enjoy after their Bible lesson. It is always special to see the excitement and smiles; proving what a treat simple staples like a cup of cold milk or some fresh rolls can be. It definitely makes us thankful for our many daily blessings, and determined to keep helping others as much as possible.
Our four person team set off up the West Coast with a van full of character-building DVD’s, CD’s Afrikaans Poster sets, books on Jesus’ Love geared towards teenagers, and Gospel tracts! We drove in the direction we felt led, yet “not knowing (exactly) where we were going” (Hebrews 11:8)
And the miracles happened! We went from school to school in various towns, speaking with the principals and teachers and explaining our desire to both share a Gospel message and give gifts to each of the learners! Time and again we were welcomed, and able to reach many with the message – as well as all the materials which we personally handed out!
And the miracles happened! We went from school to school in various towns, and, speaking with the principals and teachers, explained our desire to speak with the learners, share a Gospel message, give opportunity to receive Salvation, and give gifts to each one! Time and again we were welcomed, and able to reach many with the message – not to mention all the materials personally handed out!
This new project – a library in the middle of Khayelitsha informal settlement and started by locals for locals – is such a good way to uplift and educate the community! And to accomplish that purpose, books are needed! It was really exciting to bring and unpack many boxes of educational books; plus novels, storybooks, and study materials for young and older.
It was a spectacular day of excitement and fun as we spent time at this children’s home, unpacking and showing the little ones their beautiful brand new educational books, posters, CDs, DVD’s and toys! Smiles and playtime; unlocked!
Our 7 person outreach team to Hermanus, Stanford, and Franskraal had an amazing time! When they set off early the first morning, they still had no idea where they were going to sleep that night, just that they would minister to and encourage as many as possible! During the day, someone reached out to us with a place the team could stay for the whole outreach, which was absolutely incredible and reminded us of the Scripture “as they went, they were healed!” (Luke 17:14) By the end of the trip, although the whale festival was canceled due to the storm damage, and the amount of people around was much decreased, the immediate, known results are wonderful and joyous!
Over 2700 Gospel tracts were distributed, nearly 100 Bibles and other Gospel books were given out free of charge, many people were prayed for on the spot ( for a variety of requests) and 28 individuals made the decision to accept Jesus Christ as their personal Saviour! The team also did follow-up visits with those previously met in the area. We are overjoyed!
It is truly special to be a part of transforming hearts and lives for the better; in this case enabling a downtown drug rehab to continue functioning properly by supplying them with needed toiletries, cleaning supplies, and foodstuffs! We also took time to speak with and encourage the house “father” in his role as counselor and mentor to these men, as they reach towards all they can be. (2 Corinthians 5:17)
