Feeding A Nation

In exactly a week we will launch an agricultural program designed to feed one African family,of up to seven, for a whole year. The biggest miracle of it all is the cost for each family is roughly $50, which is well in the budgeting capabilities of most Zambians. In the picture you see two plots at our rural ministry in Gangula. This is all the land required to accomplish the target of the program. When shown this the local Tongas laugh at how small it is. See a big problem with small scale African farmers is bitting off more than they can chew. They plant too large a area and cannot manage it so it produces a decent yield. This program focusses on stewarding well the little God has given you and watching Him increase your responsibility. It is undercutting the spirit of greed and teaching a Christlike mindset of selflessness. Would you pray for this program....its success and most importantly that He be glorified and that we might see Heaven released here in Southern Zambia....more to come...

Im so thankful for new friends and a great time at the women's retreat in Sept. Nothing like a beautiful resort and relaxing boat ride! Sorry for such late pics! I'm trying to get updated!!

Gift (part 1)

You know the saying the best gifts come in small packages.....our family experience just that tonight. Living right next to a shanty village provides many opportunities to be the hands and feet of Christ to our neighbors. This has included everything from taking expectant mothers in labor to the hospital...to chasing a pack of wild dogs from the farm. Today we were called upon to patch up a two year old boy named Gift who, like some American toddlers I know, fell off a table receiving a big gash above his left eye. Being the most accessible medical treatment, the family brought the boy to our property and asked for help. The kitchen table became an examining table and our kids the physician assistants. A few steri-strips and some ace bandage later and gift was ready to go..........(see part 2)

Gift (part 2)

......this little boy did not flinch or complain once during what can only be described as a rough attempt at bush surgery. Gift and his farther were very appreciative as they left yet seemed bit confused at our generosity and compassion. What a privilege to serve this young boy and his family for His glory...thanks for your continued partnership which makes serving Tongas like Gift possible.......more to come.....

Fun in the sun in our pool!!

Ivy is our female 7 mo old puppy! Weighing in at 63 lbs and growing! She is so sweet and a great addition to our crazy family! Thought I would share an updated pic!

This is my first Zambian name sake, Elise Mwinga! Her family lives in the little village next to our house! I prayed for her mom during complications in her early pregnancy and her pain went away! On Sat morning she arrived at our gate in labor, asking for a ride to Chikankata Hospital. We prayed over her during the 30 min car ride and she safely delivered on Sunday morn! I was happily surprised to hear they wanted to name her after me! So cool! God is Good!

19 weeks! Due date March 20th!

Team House

What your looking at is the septic tank and foundation walls of our future team shower house. This year alone we have had close to thirty visitors from four countries (five if you consider Texas separately), and have tentative plans for three more teams in 2013. In full we are developing a bunk house as well as a shower house with 4 toilets and 6 showers. Thanks for your involvement in making this possible......we hope you will make a trip and utilize these wonderful facilities God is blessing us with....more to come...

Drillin (cont.)

Today we launched a drilling project near a shanty compound on our landlord's farm. The project was made possible by two gentlemen from a partner church in England. Trevor & John worked for ten days through ninety degree heat to construct the rig in the picture. The vision is to give locals tools for them to be able to develop assets such as wells themselves. We prayed and dedicated the site and are believing it will provide a huge platform for demonstrating God power, compassion and destiny for the Tongas of Southern Zambia. A big thank you to Honinton New Frontiers Church and especially John and Trev for their involvement. Stay tuned for further updates on this project......

Small Beginnings

.....sorry for the previous blank post. It should have read......Over the past few months we have been developing a discipleship/agricultural program at Teranova School which is located on the neighboring farm. This week saw the students break ground on the construction of a vegetable plot as well as a demonstration plot of maize aimed on teaching local farmers how to grow more on less land. The heart of the program focusses on sharing the Biblical principles of stewardship and being faithful with the little that God has placed in our hands. Please pray that this project would not simply be another agricultural program, but rather, a means for the Gospel to eradicate the spiritual and physical hunger that so many Tonga wrestle with. Much more to come soon.....

Small Beginnings

Drillin

Breaking Ground