With winter upon us, we feel especially burdened for all of these who have so little and suffer greatly in the wet and cold. (On top of the economic hardship and loss inflicted by CoViD-19 and lock-down restrictions) If you or anyone you know would like to be a part of uplifting these dear ones, we welcome either financial contributions or blankets, boots, and winter clothes! (And of course, non-perishable foodstuffs are always much needed, as we have made over 1500 aid parcels thus far during lockdown, and the need has not abated.)

At both communities, the people were so grateful and overwhelmed; hardly believing that, yes, there was not just a parcel for each man, woman, and child, but in fact TWO! One kind younger member of the second community directed us to some elderly ladies and gentlemen living down a winding dirt road, and they benefited too! We also explained to all the reason behind the help; that God loves them and has not forgotten them. So many smiles, and such a privilege to be able to uplift them in these extremely trying times.

-1250+ aid parcels distributed
-900+ Activated Gospel magazines given out
-We sewed and distributed 400+ cloth masks
-In addition to individual parcels, projects such as soup kitchens, elderly care homes, orphanages, creches, and farm community food drives have been assisted 5-6 days a week.
-We have personally recorded inspirational audio messages and sent them to over 1300 individuals daily (more than 78 000 people reached since March 26th)
-We continue to hold nightly prayer vigil as a team, as we have done for years. We have seen wonderful and powerful answers to prayer, and know that prayer is a major part of upholding our country and others in these tough times!

Continued aid parcels for families, foodstuffs for elderly homes, soup kitchens, and orphanages, (and Gospel Activated magazines too) going out day by day, thanks to those of you who back us up in prayer and support! What a privilege to be here, on the ground, showing His love and care to those in great need.

For Nurses Day, we packed “appreciation parcels” for 200 nurses between four clinics – comprised of a little box of chocolates, an Activated magazine, and a thank you card specifically designed for these special men and women. The children got involved too, working enthusiastically in order to “make the sweet nurses happy!”

These dear ones labour long hours and process a huge number of patients, many of whom need comfort, counsel, or special care. And in these very uncertain times, with the threat of CoViD-19 tearing through our nation, they remain on the “front lines”, putting themselves at risk for the good of others. Yet they continue on cheerfully and faithfully, helping those who can’t help themselves. The surprise and thankfulness on their faces as they received their “Nurses Appreciation” was truly satisfying!

A mother is one unlike any other. When we think about it, every day is a mother’s day. Every day around the world, hundreds of thousands of babies are brought into the world – by mothers. Every morning, millions of children wake up and experience a mother’s care, and in most households mother’s goodnight kiss brings peace and closure to busy days. Mothers are the universal epitome of unconditional love.

We prepacked and distributed these 200 aid parcels – plus sandwiches and a treat of chocolate eggs – to families in this settlement off the N7, to try to ease their extreme plight during CoViD-19 Lockdown. They were so desperate, it was difficult for them to keep waiting patiently, yet we know these little touches of care will make a difference!

We prepacked parcels for over 500 people at Kliphuewel settlement – who have been suffering greatly during the national lockdown, and need all the help they can get. Young and older, one by one they came up (due to social distancing guidelines we had a constant separate procession) and received a parcel with fresh fruit and vegetables, pap, stock cubes, tissue paper, tea, and a Gospel magazine. It was, as always, a blessing to us to be able to be there, and we know that just as much as the physical help, the knowledge that they are remembered will continue to uplift them.