Prayers of Hope

Over the past couple of weeks, a few verses from Romans have crossed my path. Not once, not twice, but three times. The prevalence made me take notice and I now realize that these verses are prayers for this team. Would you pray alongside us?

Father God, Precious Jesus, Holy Spirit - Thank you for you Word. It is divinely written and is still a teacher to us as we prepare for Your next mission. For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. God, would You help us to persevere as we press on towards this mission? Would You remind us every day that You are in control of every detail? Finances, Medicine, Travel, Health & Safety, Spiritual Growth, and most of all Service in Your Name for our Zulu Friends. All of it, Lord, You will help us strive toward the goal. You are our encouragement. May our hearts leap with joy because Your Word is true and faithful and it gives us great hope.
Now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus, so that with one accord you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. (Romans 15:4-6) Yes God, we pray that You weave our team together - using each one of our gifts at the right time. Lord help us to be a flexible and strong tapestry that has one clear picture that proudly and boldly displays the Glory of Your Name. Amen

2009 Medical Donations

The 2009 Medical Outreach Team is in need of the following items:

Would you please help us?

Dropoff can be arranged at Genesis the Church, Kensington Community Church, by mail to Africa Christian Ministries, or to a local home of one of our team members.

Contact Sarah for information on how to do so.

Download a flyer with the list of meds on it here!

1. Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol)
2. Ibuprofen (e.g. Motrin/Advil)
3. Benadryl/Claritin
4. Sudafed
5. Antibiotic ointment (e.g. Neosporin)
6. Antifungal Creams (e.g. Lotrimin/Lamisil/Clotrimazole)
7. Hydrocortisone (1%) Cream (e.g. Cortaid)
8. Multi-vitamins/Iron (Adult and Children)
9. Imodium
10. Tums
11. Vaginal Creams (e.g. Vagisil/Monistat)
12. Pepcid/Zantac
13. Toothbrushes/small toothpastes

All medications should be unopened.
Tablets are preferred.
Generics are accepted.
Adult and Children's medications are needed.
Expiration date should be April 2009 and beyond.

We will accept any brand of medication, however, we have found that Costco, Target, and CVS have provided the number of pills stated on the bottles and they have the most consistent packaging. We love the 100 tablet or bigger bottles!

Thank you for your support!

3 Months Will Sneak Up On You

I almost fell off my chair today when I saw that we have exactly 90 days until we are on a plane and headed off to South Africa to care for our Zulu brothers and sisters. Time sure does sneak up on a person. Although 90 days seems a bit overwhelming - God is with us. He has our backs. Therefore - let us draw near to him in prayer.

1. Pray for our Zulu brothers and sisters for health, safety, and the chance to know Jesus better.
2. Pray for our team that we are protected spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Pray for unity and compassion to grow within our team as we get to know each other.
3. Pray for the preparations before the trip that we have medicine to collect, that finances are provided, and that arrangements are smooth.