Mrs. P, far rt, our kind benefactor, gave a donation in Abby's name
250,000 children starving in South Sudan
SOUTH SUDAN
Letter from James Keah of UNIDO, whom we’ve not heard from in a year due to war.
Dear Mama,
“We believe and trust that you and Bush Telegraph are well…. It has been long without hearing from each of us. The situation in South Sudan is still hostile and God has cursed South Sudan with bad leadership which kills innocent citizens: women are forced and raped every day. Children and women are killed by their own sons. It is a sad moment, however, it will come to an end soon we pray. John Kong is in the bush at Adok with over 70,000 mothers with no food but with enough river water. Please pray for Peace in South Sudan.”
James Keah
[Note: We are praying for a safe and wise solution to this food shortage.]
Pray “… That they all may be ONE; as thou, Father, art in Me, and I in Thee,
that they also may be ONE in Us: that the world may believe that Thou hast sent Me.” [John 17:21]
Praying for ONENESS,
Charlotte
USA
2nd CONTAINER UPDATE, INVISIBLE PARTNERS & CHARLOTTE’S SAFE ARRIVAL.
* It’s time to sing, “Gone, gone, gone, gone, yes the Container’s gone!” Special thanks to our LOADING TEAM who sacrificed much time; plus Pastor Paul, Pastor Michelle and all who came to cheer us on.
* Invisible Partners: It’s been a joy working with our ‘invisible partners’:
1) Calvary Community Church who assisted with TWO Container Projects;
2) Brian, CEO of Southern Cross (our fantastic shipping company, plus his
many partners);
3) Shirley, CEO of Universal Aide Society; and
4) Kristy, CEO of World Emergency Relief.
This was only possible because the ‘Body of Christ’, in action, worked together as ONE.
* Charlotte arrived safely in Nairobi, Kenya, to begin Ministry.
Pray for wisdom, good health & safety.
UGANDA
Letter from Pastor John of Peace Church in Tororo.
Dear Mama & Bush Prayer Partners,
“Greetings in Jesus’ name…. Here are photos … of the new Widow’s House: 1) the widows in the sitting room (caregiver behind); 2) their bedroom … with mosquito nets; 3) the widows in front of the house with caregiver; 4) photos of the kitchen; 5) caregiver’s room; and 6) me showing the new water tap outside.
“From Lf-Rt: (dressed in traditional Ugandan ‘gomesis’ that my wife bought them new clothes):
1) Teddy - 104 yrs;
2) Mary - over 80 yrs;
3) Jessica - over 70 yrs; and
4) Dwiga - over 80 yrs.
“We request that if possible we buy for Teddy a wheel chair. Dwiga has difficulty walking and can share with Dwiga….”
Pastor John for Peace Church Widows, Tororo
[Note: we’ll shop for a wheelchair after I arrive.]
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Dear Friends of the Persecuted Church
Monday. 4:40 AM. I’d been up all night packing. Just then Mr. Chard, my ride to the airport, rang the bell. “I’m here … ready to load the truck.” I quickly pulled on my socks and tennis shoes, staring down in horror at the sight of my feet. “Lord … the bottoms are blacker than the Ace of spades! No time to wash….”
Africa was calling. I’d been racing around barefoot for two days, packing. I’d started weeks before but due to the 2nd Congo Container Project, got far behind.
“Lord … guess I’ll carry my dirty feet to Africa ... oh, Mother would turn in her grave!”
On the plane, my thoughts returned to dirty FEET – and missionary wives in Africa in rural areas who complain, “We scrub and scrub … can’t get our FEET clean – especially between toes.”
The FEET that make me cry the most are those of refuge children – bruised and bleeding – because they have no shoes. Pastor Celestin of Rwanda writes about them...read this special report at http://www.bushtelegraphafrica.com/rwanda-sept-2015.html .
I meditated, “Lord … what about your Son? He walked from village to village, dust and dirt clinging to his feet, spreading Good News. Maybe dirty FEET aren’t a serious problem after all?”
When I reached Nairobi, I looked up ‘FEET’ in the Bible. Many choices but my top 3 are:
1) “ … how welcome are the FEET of those who announce the Gospel of good things.”
[Romans 10:15]. “Lord … it doesn’t say CLEAN or DIRTY … I feel better already.”
2) Ephesians 6:15 talks about the Armor of God“ … and your FEET sandaled with the readiness
of the Gospel of Peace.” Beautiful picture, huh?
3) My favorite, John 12:3, “… Mary took a pound of fragrant oil – pure and expensive nard –
anointed Jesus’ FEET, and wiped His FEET with her hair….” Imagine the fragrance!
'Lf-Rt: Daughter Julie, Charlotte, Tom and Fran holding Spot
Nate, get that ball! Go Team go!
Michelle - off to school
Laura is a BIG part of our Bush Telegraph family
Calvary Community Church
What a terrific sendoff from our Load Team and well-wishers. Next stop, CONGO
Ps. Delphin holding two vulnerable children
Pastor Delphin playing a board game w/his youngest son
Pastor John ministering at Rutshuru
What about YOUR feet? No matter the size or condition, even dirty like mine were, God loves YOUR feet too. We thank Him for your FEET which help us “carry the Good News” to Africa because of your love, prayers, and encouragement.
Bush Telegraph Africa
© copyright 2015
* Pray for sweet Laura that doctors get to the bottom of her health issues.
We’ll keep you posted.
* Special time with Tom & Fran, friends visiting in Sun City. It’s always fun to catch up.
* Congrats to Michelle who began Practice Teaching in the classroom (under supervision; without pay; part of her Master’s program). Oh, to get out the door by 7 am – and not forget anything! Pray as Michelle juggles online classes; teaching; working at Ross; plus extra household & mission duties while Mom is in Africa. Oh, and don't forget to feed Charlie!
FAMILY-N-FRIEND NEWS
* Congrats to grandson Nate & Team for winning your first football game! Way to go Nate!
UGANDA / S. SUDAN
Letter from Pastor Sunlight, S. Sudan, studying in Uganda: a special prayer request.
Dear Bush Mission & Mama,
“I request special prayer for 4-yr old Joseph in Ofong Village, South Sudan, where we planted a church. He has a deformity and we are not sure if he is a boy or girl. His parents are not taking care of him and wanted him to die…. I … advised the parents to take him to the Health Center…. Please pray … for the life of Joseph…. My heart is not resting because of him…. The church is counseling his parents to have faith in God and care for his … clothes and when he is sick. My greetings to my children’s Prayer Partners…. Thank you so much.”
To God be the Glory. It's all about Him, Pastor Sunlight
[Note: it’s time to send the kids’ school fees!]
CONGO
Letter from Pastor Delphin, also busy identifying vulnerable people in Masisi the Containers will help.
Dear Bush Mission & Mama,
“Greetings in Jesus’ Name…. We are excited … to know Mama is soon coming to Africa…. Thank you … for the … determination [to send] two Containers … to Congo…. We pray everything goes well. I sent the Women At Risk Report … and wish to inform you that I am traveling … to Masisi to identify vulnerable people in Refugee Camps and villages. It … will end soon. The Goma team is working hard…. I sent two forms: one for Identification and another for Distribution. If there is any change … please inform us.
“There is great vulnerability in Refugee Camps in the Masisi District. Some … have been in camps up to 10 years because of war. Even last month there was war between families causing many to become disabled, orphaned children and widowed. Life is so difficult. I will send photos and details when I return. We need prayer from our USA brothers and sisters for the Containers’ journey and the Identification process.”
In Him, Pastor Delphin
CONGO
Letter from Pastor John. He’s locating vulnerable people the Containers will bless.
Dear Bush Mission & Mama,
“We are preparing for the Containers. I am busy identifying vulnerable people and working with the churches…. Our partners are helping us find them in North Kivu…. Please tell me how many meals are inside one pallet of food? This will help me…. [Note: we sent this info.]
“We are negotiating with the Quarter Chairman about a problem in our new Church compound. He asked us to stop building…. Now we are meeting for services in the house of a Christian. The metal doors you are sending [on the Container] will help us so much…. My wife’s name is Guilaine…. She … was in Butembo to receive medical care. I will send you the doctor’s Report and how I spent the money soon…. Please … do not forget to pray about these problems. Thanks for the work you are doing.”
Have a nice day in Jesus, Pastor John
September 2015
Pray for little Joseph's healing and acceptance from his parents
Pastor Henry loves his new motorbike - be careful!
Pray for Zuwena, hit by a motorbike but recovering well
Jackson receives a new laptop
USA
PRAISE FOR EXTRA SPECIAL GIFTS:
* Nancy and her sister Linda crocheted 4 blankets for Pastor John’s widows
at Peace Church!
* Chrissy’s triplets Jacob, Tyler and Hunter, donated boxes of their own
clothes!
* Marty, our 100 yr. old Partner, used her birthday gift card to buy
backpacks for high school kids.
* To all special friends who donated Relief Supplies with love, consider
this your personal Thank You.
FROM THE MAILBOX
Letter from Miss Abby. A Prayer Partner in Utah sent us a donation in Abby’s name.
Dear Mr. and Mrs. P,
“Thank you so much for sending Bush Telegraph a donation in my name…. That is so cool…. I have been thinking about going to Africa as a missionary, but I’m not positive that’s where God is calling me. I would love to work with orphans but we’ll wait and see what God’s will is. I miss y’all and hope to go back to [town] soon!”
Abby
[Note: pray that the Lord leads Abby to consider
mission service.]
UGANDA
Letter from Mama Josephine.
Dear Mama & Bush Mission,
“Uganda schools are on holiday. One child, Zuwena, was hit by a motorbike…. Her hand was broken and head injured…. She was admitted to hospital…. I informed Pastor Henry and we went to the hospital to pray for her….
“Thank you for paying Fatuma’s college fees…. Bulasio escorted her to school and just arrived back home. He took her to … the University of Kyambogo … which offers the courses she is interested in – social services. Attached are the receipts. They travelled well. Thank you for sending the transport and money for shopping for Fatuma…. The challenge was that they did not know the way but God guided … them.
“They shopped in Kampala where prices are cheaper…. Pray as we work to get Wilkister in an affordable university. Pastor Henry … advised them to work hard and always trust God…. He sent you a photo of his new motorbike. We thank God for his spiritual support for us.”
Yours in Christ, Mama Josephine
[Note: This month we sent school fees for Mama’s 35 orphans]
UGANDA
Letter from Jackson, Mama Josephine’s eldest orphan, studying at a Vet college.
Dear Bush Mission,
“I send greetings in … Jesus Christ and hope this will find you fine. Thanks for enabling me to acquire a laptop. I am very happy.” [see photo]
Jackson O.
Prayer ~N~ Praise
Report
From our Volunteer Teams to you, THANK YOU 70 X 7 for your precious donations packed - and sent - with the Love of Jesus'!" (Note: not all Volunteers pictured)
Serving the Persecuted Church in Central, Eastern, and Southern Africa
Praying that they may be ONE
Mom Chrissy and her triplets Jacob, Tyler and Hunter donated their own clothes
Nancy & sis Linda crocheted blankets for Pastor John's widows
The first 5 backpacks (from Marty) went to Pastor Bernard's orphans in high school, with more to come