Our own Helping Hand champ Timothy (and many others of us and the children) participated in the 6km Tyger Run, marking World Down Syndrome Day and having a great time in the process! (Hebrews 12:2, “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith…”)
We heard from Mama Rosie (who runs an orphanage and home with over 140 children in Khayelitsha and whom we have been partnering with for over 12 years) that they were in desperate need of foodstuffs. We told her we would certainly see what we could do, but we ourselves are very stretched in resources. Then a couple days later, we heard of 20 families in great need, with one parent of each working at a company which has severely downsized, and even the remaining employees have had to go on short time.
We could clearly see the need, and were in prayer for supply. Then, left field and unexpected, the Lord laid on someone’s heart to give us the proceeds for something they were selling… which was, amazingly and wonderfully, just enough to go out that same afternoon and buy bulk supplies! Then we worked late into the night to pack 3 full bags for each family, with toiletries and all kinds of foodstuffs!
The next morning, we were able to deliver the parcels, which were received with so much joy and thankfulness! And we had enough to fill up Mama Rosie’s bakkie with supplies too! The Lord is always on time – HIS Time, and with just enough supply to do what He puts before us.
Recently, Angela was invited to join in a “show and tell” event at the home for women in crisis where we hold weekly Bible studies. Each of the people that volunteer there regularly was asked to share a bit about their type of work (i.e. cooking, sewing, computer skills, etc ) Angela decided that the best thing to show and tell about who we are, what she does there, and our mission, was everything pointing to Jesus! Since we couldn’t show off cupcakes or dresses, we made the table a witness, complete with Gospel tracts, books, Activated magazines, fruit, sanitizer, and chocolates – with appropriate Scriptures! People loved the display and many took material home to enjoy or pass on to others!
Another unusual activity was when Angela and Amy visited a local clinic on multiple occasions in dress-up, specifically to cheer up the patients! And each time was a great success!
It’s so important these days that young people get computer knowledge and training. Yet in order to gain that, equipment is needed. What a joy to bring these various electronics – laptops, desktop, screens, printer, router, keyboards, headphones, software, office chair, and more – to this youth home and training centre in Phillipi. And right before we went to them, a dishwasher was donated as well, which they received most gladly!
When we arrived and opened the van, the two house leaders exclaimed “computers!” and then shared the most amazing story…
Two of the young people at the home had applied for a business course, been rejected, then finally accepted! And then, they found out having zoom classes WITH STUDENT VIDEO was a requirement for the course. And they didn’t have the computers or webcams, so were on the verge of forfeiting the course access. How amazing that not only were there laptops, but also a high quality webcam for them to use!
Laughingly, the house “fathers” then said “whenever you call and say you have something for us and can we use xyz… it is ALWAYS a direct answer to items we have been praying for. So you don’t really need to ask “can you use” anymore, as what you have to bring always seems just right.” We are so thankful and thrilled to hear these encouraging confirmations that our steps are being directed by the Lord!
We are so thrilled to have been able to share some tips, testimonies, and other info on witnessing in this special edition podcast – hosted by a fellow missionary in Uganda!
Please take time to listen, enjoy, and rejoice with us at what the Lord continues to accomplish for His Kingdom!
To show a little love to the ladies at this crisis centre, we brought gifts of candles, chocolates, flowers, a pocket Bible study aid, and a special natural and baby-safe sanitizer!
In addition to large scale outreaches and events, we supplied materials, stationary, backpacks, and other needed items for individual families in need and social workers on the ground uplifting children through education
We visited two large schools in Wellington and Worcester, speaking
with the learners and giving school supply packs to 200 of them!
Most wonderfully, 72 of the children accepted Jesus as their Saviour! We were
blessed to have packs of cereal for them to take home and fresh mealies to
leave with the school kitchens.
Another lovely event was with a very underfunded creche in Worcester, at
which we gave out lunchboxes, water bottles, cups, crayons, paper, bananas,
cereal, and children’s Gospel material for over 150 kids!
And then supplies and a special message on education for over 70 children at our Sunday School!
Amazing times with blessed results!
