(At the invitation of a farmer in Ladismith, Chris and Mike went out, witnessing all the way. Here’s their feedback from the trip.) We left Wednesday morning, and drove up to Worcester, visiting and ministering to a few friends and people we’d met on previous occasions. Then, we headed to Ceres. We met with a local pastor and his team, to discuss a project they had just started, and give them much-needed encouragement. After this, we had a little extra time before our next appointment, so we prayed and decided to just witness on the streets. Not even an hour of witnessing later, we had had some good conversations, prayed for a couple people, and ran into a young community leader who, just minutes earlier, had expressed a desire to his friend to meet some missionaries and learn to serve God better. And there we were! We’re staying in touch with him. We stayed the night in Ceres with a good friend and his family, having a wonderful time fellowshipping and discussing God’s Word – as well are just enjoying each other’s company. The next morning, he took us to his office to speak and pray with one of his employees who was facing some major challenges. We did, and had a inspired time together, emboldening him to just keep trusting God and doing what he can, day by day. Now, on through Robertson, and then Ashton. In a farm outside Ashton, we met a lovely woman (who, together with her husband, Mike has been following up on for several years) and updated each other on what God was doing in our lives. In the process, we told her of a soup kitchen we are trying to start up next to a community library. She suddenly exclaimed “oh, I have Read the full article…

For Nurses Day, we packed “thank you” parcels of chocolates, beauty products, and an inspirational Activated magazine for 100 nurses! These dear ones labour long hours and process a huge number of patients, many of whom need comfort, counsel, or special care. 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 Day Appreciation” was truly satisfying!  

“A mother has done her bit to contribute the most priceless, precious, valuable thing in the whole Kingdom of God – an immortal soul for Christ! Children are forever!” “The bravest battle that ever was fought, Shall I tell you when and where, On the maps of the world you will find it not, It is fought by mothers who care.”

Our weekly Sunday School in the Morningstar informal settlement off the N7 has expanded greatly over the last two years – growing from around 10 children to over 50! We are now praying and planning to place our own wendyhouse, instead of having to use the community’s area which is sometimes locked up and inaccessible (we have gotten key copies made but the locks are frustratingly changed very often) We appreciate your prayers and support enabling us to continue guiding these future leaders onto the right Path.

(Here are testimonies from Mike, Chris, Michelle, and Amy – our four person outreach team from the KKNK Festival Outreach. May they be an inspiration to you!) ——————————— I looked at my phone screen, and I was stunned. Someone had sent me this, and I had no idea who it came from. True, I have to admit, that for the last few days, our team of four had been attending the annual arts and music festival in Oudtshoorn, known as the KKNK. We had been walking through the town, distributing Gospel tracts, encouraging others in their faith, and offering them Jesus’ message of love and salvation. I would often my cell number on the material I was handing out, and repeatedly told people that if they had a question regarding the Bible, Jesus, or would like simply someone to pray for them, then to not hesitate and give me a call or text. It was late at night, and everyone was tucking in for bed when my phone went off. I reached over for it, expecting a last minute message from my wife or small video clip of our 2 year old, Samuel. Instead I was met with these words: “I just want to end it all” I held the phone in my hands, not knowing how to reply. At the same time, I desperately called out to the Lord, asking Him for wisdom in my response, and that He would dictate the words that this person needed to hear. Immediately I felt a calmness within, and I knew Jesus was in control. Our conversation went something like this (condensed): And what about your parents? Brothers and sisters? Relatives? Friends? You’re just going to leave them all? “Yeah” Selfish Decision “I want to be with my father that’s all” Well, Read the full article…

In addition to our main projects, soup kitchens, orphanages, and outreach, we are glad to be able to continue assisting a dear local woman who – in spite of her age – runs her own little feeding scheme for the homeless and needy in her area. Though it may not seem like much, we know her work makes a difference and shows God’s Love to those affected.

There are a number of families, predominantly white and coloured, that live in this Kraaifontein farm informal settlement. Their needs are often neglected, and they can tend to feel forgotten. In addition to helping them with foodstuffs throughout the year, for Easter we wanted to remind them that God does care, and loves them greatly. Thus, this event, in which each person could come and choose brand new shoes, as well as clothing items to take home.  For immediate, fresh food, there were apples, and (special for the children) even bananas! What sweet and precious people, and how glad we are to bring Easter Love to them in this way.  

The dear ladies at this refuge centre for women in crisis were thrilled to receive Easter treats and devotional material. Our thoughts, prayers, and support continue to be with them all. (Note: faces blurred to protect privacy)