The document summarizes mission outreach activities in Ghana including a reflection and prayer retreat, education initiatives, medical outreach, clean water projects, and construction of churches and schools. Over 840 students were enrolled in schools supported by the mission with plans to open two more schools in 2011-2012. Medical services were provided to over 4 communities, distributing mosquito nets, registering people for health insurance, and providing medical care. Clean water infrastructure was built for over 200 people. The mission is appealing for support to continue its work in preaching the gospel in Ghana and other countries.
Branches of the Vine . . . Ghana, United Kingdom and America Improving the li...Frank Myers
For the past fifteen years, Branches of the Vine (BOV) a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization has been about the mission of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, empowering villages and educating children.
BOV promotes programs aimed at reducing suffering and meeting basic needs of remote rural populations, globally. BOV, sponsors salvation, education and health initiatives: medical and dental triage field teams, distribution of medicines and treated mosquito nets, seminars and training. Building schools, churches, KVIP toilet facilities and boring clean water wells. BOV sends a container to Ghana annually. The container (love container) includes teaching materials, teaching aids, library books, clothes, Bibles and blankets to prisoners and other items to help improve the lives of those in need.
In additional to being of service to people in need, BOV is also a vehicle for donors and volunteers to personally participate in outreach programs, engage with cultures different from their own and experience the joy of giving and receiving as they learn and build new relationships. BOV aims to respond to the words of Mother Teresa when she said: "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.”
Luke and Laura Warrington are preparing to return to Papua New Guinea after four months of linguistic training at Wycliffe Bible Translators headquarters. They have received their visas and Luke's thumb injury is healing well. They have one month at home in the UK to say goodbye to loved ones and prepare for their return to PNG, where they will undergo a 14-week orientation course to prepare for living and working in the jungle. They appreciate the continued support and prayers as they serve with Wycliffe Bible Translators to translate Scripture into languages that do not yet have the Bible.
Sogrome, Sierra Nevada: A Boulder Flatirons Rotary Club Global Grant ProjectKristin Wegner
The document discusses a Rotary Global Grant project in Sogrome, Colombia that aims to support education, health, and income generation. It outlines three main initiatives - improving the local school through repairs, materials, and technology; enhancing the clinic and providing medicine; and generating income. The project works with the indigenous Arhuaco community to assess needs and implement solutions in a culturally-sensitive manner while protecting the sacred Sierra Nevada mountains and addressing climate change impacts. The document highlights progress made and thanks supporting Rotary clubs for their assistance.
Luke and Laura have been given approval for their first overseas assignment in Papua New Guinea working with Wycliffe Bible Translators. They will undergo further training in the UK before moving to PNG in January. They will be based in Wewak and work with local Christians on projects like dictionary making, script development, and initial literacy development for unreached language communities. They ask for prayer as they prepare for the move overseas and finish up their current jobs.
This document provides information about an upcoming MOMentum meeting, including announcements, discussion questions, food assignments, and registration details. Participants are welcomed and encouraged to join online discussions. The meeting will involve discussion of workbook questions and information about registering for future sessions, with scholarships available.
The document discusses the plight of orphans in Bor Town, South Sudan and the work of Reverend Arou's AVAAR orphanage. It provides background on Bor Town's civil war and the orphan crisis that resulted. It describes the growing orphanage, which started with 44 orphans and now has a school for 650 pupils who have lost parents. It highlights the hardships still faced and appeals for donations to support building costs, teacher salaries, food and clothing for the orphaned children.
Branches of the Vine . . . Ghana, United Kingdom and America Improving the li...Frank Myers
For the past fifteen years, Branches of the Vine (BOV) a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization has been about the mission of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, empowering villages and educating children.
BOV promotes programs aimed at reducing suffering and meeting basic needs of remote rural populations, globally. BOV, sponsors salvation, education and health initiatives: medical and dental triage field teams, distribution of medicines and treated mosquito nets, seminars and training. Building schools, churches, KVIP toilet facilities and boring clean water wells. BOV sends a container to Ghana annually. The container (love container) includes teaching materials, teaching aids, library books, clothes, Bibles and blankets to prisoners and other items to help improve the lives of those in need.
In additional to being of service to people in need, BOV is also a vehicle for donors and volunteers to personally participate in outreach programs, engage with cultures different from their own and experience the joy of giving and receiving as they learn and build new relationships. BOV aims to respond to the words of Mother Teresa when she said: "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.”
Luke and Laura Warrington are preparing to return to Papua New Guinea after four months of linguistic training at Wycliffe Bible Translators headquarters. They have received their visas and Luke's thumb injury is healing well. They have one month at home in the UK to say goodbye to loved ones and prepare for their return to PNG, where they will undergo a 14-week orientation course to prepare for living and working in the jungle. They appreciate the continued support and prayers as they serve with Wycliffe Bible Translators to translate Scripture into languages that do not yet have the Bible.
Sogrome, Sierra Nevada: A Boulder Flatirons Rotary Club Global Grant ProjectKristin Wegner
The document discusses a Rotary Global Grant project in Sogrome, Colombia that aims to support education, health, and income generation. It outlines three main initiatives - improving the local school through repairs, materials, and technology; enhancing the clinic and providing medicine; and generating income. The project works with the indigenous Arhuaco community to assess needs and implement solutions in a culturally-sensitive manner while protecting the sacred Sierra Nevada mountains and addressing climate change impacts. The document highlights progress made and thanks supporting Rotary clubs for their assistance.
Luke and Laura have been given approval for their first overseas assignment in Papua New Guinea working with Wycliffe Bible Translators. They will undergo further training in the UK before moving to PNG in January. They will be based in Wewak and work with local Christians on projects like dictionary making, script development, and initial literacy development for unreached language communities. They ask for prayer as they prepare for the move overseas and finish up their current jobs.
This document provides information about an upcoming MOMentum meeting, including announcements, discussion questions, food assignments, and registration details. Participants are welcomed and encouraged to join online discussions. The meeting will involve discussion of workbook questions and information about registering for future sessions, with scholarships available.
The document discusses the plight of orphans in Bor Town, South Sudan and the work of Reverend Arou's AVAAR orphanage. It provides background on Bor Town's civil war and the orphan crisis that resulted. It describes the growing orphanage, which started with 44 orphans and now has a school for 650 pupils who have lost parents. It highlights the hardships still faced and appeals for donations to support building costs, teacher salaries, food and clothing for the orphaned children.
Version 2.0 This is the core of what Jedemi is all about. Following your bliss and embarking on the Hero's Journey requires a bit of creative thinking of how you use your time. Ponderables in this deck have been updated from the original October 2014 version.
Ponderables for Netflix: Please Protect The Little Prince MovieAnnie Gladue
Operation: Protect this Prince
This document discusses a plan to promote and protect an upcoming film adaptation of The Little Prince across multiple platforms. It proposes a 1-2 approach where Netflix would first (1) show the film in performing arts centers to allow distraction-free viewing, and then (2) make it available to stream or on DVD at home. It also suggests reinforcing the story through related materials like the book, and reimagining it with fan fiction, art and videos to build an engaged community of fans over time.
Protect this Prince: What's Essential is Invisible to the EyeAnnie Gladue
This deck merely scratches the surface of the passion of all involved in the creation of this amazing film adaptation of Antoine de Saint-‐Exupéry’s iconic masterpiece, The Little Prince.
Jedemi Café & Bliss: The Journey, The Framework, The ChroniclesAnnie Gladue
The Jedemi Chronicles are a series of stories about spirits from the past who arrive at a café (The Jedemi Café) with a mission: To provide context, clues and connections that ignite the imagination and enable creativity which leads to more fulfilling and authentic life experiences.
But behind the Chronicles is the Jedemi Framework - a means for getting past the dragons blocking the path to following your bliss. The spirits happen to be experienced DragonBustRs. Take a look!
The document discusses the results of a study on the effects of a new drug on memory and cognitive function in older adults. The double-blind study involved 100 participants aged 65-80 who were given either the drug or a placebo daily for 6 months. Researchers found that those who received the drug performed significantly better on memory and problem-solving tests at the end of the study compared to those who received the placebo.
The document summarizes mission outreach activities in Ghana including a reflection and prayer retreat, education initiatives, medical outreach, clean water projects, and construction of churches and schools. Over 840 students were enrolled in schools supported by the mission with plans to open two more schools in 2011-2012. Medical services were provided to over 4 communities, distributing mosquito nets, registering people for health insurance, and providing medical care. Clean water infrastructure was built for over 200 people. The mission is appealing for support to continue its work in preaching the gospel in Ghana and other countries.
Irfan Ali is an electrical engineer from India seeking a position utilizing his skills in engineering design software, 3D printing, electrical and electronics CAD tools, and experience teaching courses and guiding student projects in areas like power systems, renewable energy, and industrial automation during his time as a faculty member and service engineer. He has a Master's in power systems and is proficient in several programming languages and software packages relevant to engineering.
The Branches of the Vine (BOV) is a non-profit organization that provides social services like education, healthcare, and clean water to rural villages in Ghana. It has established relationships and ensures accountability. BOV has constructed schools, churches, and provided clean water sources to communities. It also offers medical outreach, job training, prison ministry by distributing Bibles and blankets, and empowering women through education. BOV's work has resulted in improved health, literacy, and lives for many in Ghana.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against developing mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already have a condition.
Rise Above is a Non-Profit NGO, an active group of people who focuses on improving the quality of life for poor Filipinos in Cebu, Philippines. We give skills training, run health, hygiene and educational programs, give active help in disaster areas and give aid to individuals in need.
This document is the 2011 State of the Parish Report from Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It includes reports from the Senior Pastor, David Hatch, and various church boards. Some key details include:
- The church saw a record harvest with 26 souls confirmed or baptized in recent months.
- Sunday school, adult education classes, and other programs are thriving and growing.
- The building is in constant use with groups and activities throughout the day and week.
- The various boards provide updates on their areas of focus, including education, elders, evangelism, fellowship, personnel and finance, stewardship, trustees, and youth. Most report continued growth and blessings throughout the year.
The document summarizes the achievements and activities at NCEA Academy. It highlights that the academy received a national award for its work bringing the world into the classroom. It provides examples of international initiatives including visits to Greece and Kenya. It also notes the academy's focus on equipping students with skills for a global jobs market. The summary discusses improvements in exam results across years and subjects. It promotes upcoming events and opportunities at the academy.
This document provides an overview of the Thirteenth Sabbath offering for the third quarter of 1978. It discusses that:
- The Thirteenth Sabbath calls for an especially generous gift to support important projects.
- The back cover map shows the special needs that the offering will help meet in areas like the Middle East College, Africa Herald Publishing House, schools in Tanzania and along the Nile River, and homes for district leaders in Ethiopia.
- These projects depend on a larger offering from Sabbath School members.
The author, a former student of the Church College of New Zealand, requests a meeting with a member of the Presiding Bishopric to discuss future options for the school's buildings and land after the announcement of the school's closure. He provides background on his family's history with the church in New Zealand and Samoa. He is concerned about rumors regarding structural issues with the buildings and requests to review the engineering reports before developing proposals. The author believes the school has provided superior secular and religious education and wants parents to have choice in their children's education similar to programs in Utah.
This document provides information for a Back to School Night at The Church of St. Mary. It discusses the church's commitment to Catholic education and the school. It outlines expectations for parishioners, families, and students. Budget information for the 2010-2011 school year is also presented, showing the parish subsidizes the school budget and has undertaken capital projects costing over $500,000. A schedule is provided for classroom visits during the Back to School Night events.
Good practice in church school partnerships Diocese of Bath and WellsKatherine Lyddon
This document provides guidance for developing good partnerships between churches and schools. It outlines protocols for schools visiting churches, using church spaces for events, and participating in church worship. It also provides guidance for churches visiting schools and using school sites. Key recommendations include obtaining permission, discussing logistics and expectations, preparing students, leaving spaces clean and organized, and expressing thanks. The document emphasizes maintaining respect for sacred spaces, being sensitive to different communities, and ensuring activities are appropriate for all involved.
This document provides an overview of Our Lady of Ransom School. It discusses the school's mission to educate children in the Catholic faith and provide an excellent primary education. It describes the school's location, facilities, curriculum, and religious education program. It also provides details about class sizes, staff, and subjects taught like English, maths, science, French, and music.
This document discusses compassionate justice and service learning. It provides examples of relief, development, and advocacy/justice approaches to addressing issues like hunger. The document outlines a 4-step service learning process: preparation, action, reflection, and celebration. It emphasizes the importance of deep listening, assessing gifts and passions, and creating partnerships with local leaders. The document also discusses accompaniment and provides suggested resources for service learning.
Version 2.0 This is the core of what Jedemi is all about. Following your bliss and embarking on the Hero's Journey requires a bit of creative thinking of how you use your time. Ponderables in this deck have been updated from the original October 2014 version.
Ponderables for Netflix: Please Protect The Little Prince MovieAnnie Gladue
Operation: Protect this Prince
This document discusses a plan to promote and protect an upcoming film adaptation of The Little Prince across multiple platforms. It proposes a 1-2 approach where Netflix would first (1) show the film in performing arts centers to allow distraction-free viewing, and then (2) make it available to stream or on DVD at home. It also suggests reinforcing the story through related materials like the book, and reimagining it with fan fiction, art and videos to build an engaged community of fans over time.
Protect this Prince: What's Essential is Invisible to the EyeAnnie Gladue
This deck merely scratches the surface of the passion of all involved in the creation of this amazing film adaptation of Antoine de Saint-‐Exupéry’s iconic masterpiece, The Little Prince.
Jedemi Café & Bliss: The Journey, The Framework, The ChroniclesAnnie Gladue
The Jedemi Chronicles are a series of stories about spirits from the past who arrive at a café (The Jedemi Café) with a mission: To provide context, clues and connections that ignite the imagination and enable creativity which leads to more fulfilling and authentic life experiences.
But behind the Chronicles is the Jedemi Framework - a means for getting past the dragons blocking the path to following your bliss. The spirits happen to be experienced DragonBustRs. Take a look!
The document discusses the results of a study on the effects of a new drug on memory and cognitive function in older adults. The double-blind study involved 100 participants aged 65-80 who were given either the drug or a placebo daily for 6 months. Researchers found that those who received the drug performed significantly better on memory and problem-solving tests at the end of the study compared to those who received the placebo.
The document summarizes mission outreach activities in Ghana including a reflection and prayer retreat, education initiatives, medical outreach, clean water projects, and construction of churches and schools. Over 840 students were enrolled in schools supported by the mission with plans to open two more schools in 2011-2012. Medical services were provided to over 4 communities, distributing mosquito nets, registering people for health insurance, and providing medical care. Clean water infrastructure was built for over 200 people. The mission is appealing for support to continue its work in preaching the gospel in Ghana and other countries.
Irfan Ali is an electrical engineer from India seeking a position utilizing his skills in engineering design software, 3D printing, electrical and electronics CAD tools, and experience teaching courses and guiding student projects in areas like power systems, renewable energy, and industrial automation during his time as a faculty member and service engineer. He has a Master's in power systems and is proficient in several programming languages and software packages relevant to engineering.
The Branches of the Vine (BOV) is a non-profit organization that provides social services like education, healthcare, and clean water to rural villages in Ghana. It has established relationships and ensures accountability. BOV has constructed schools, churches, and provided clean water sources to communities. It also offers medical outreach, job training, prison ministry by distributing Bibles and blankets, and empowering women through education. BOV's work has resulted in improved health, literacy, and lives for many in Ghana.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against developing mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already have a condition.
Rise Above is a Non-Profit NGO, an active group of people who focuses on improving the quality of life for poor Filipinos in Cebu, Philippines. We give skills training, run health, hygiene and educational programs, give active help in disaster areas and give aid to individuals in need.
This document is the 2011 State of the Parish Report from Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It includes reports from the Senior Pastor, David Hatch, and various church boards. Some key details include:
- The church saw a record harvest with 26 souls confirmed or baptized in recent months.
- Sunday school, adult education classes, and other programs are thriving and growing.
- The building is in constant use with groups and activities throughout the day and week.
- The various boards provide updates on their areas of focus, including education, elders, evangelism, fellowship, personnel and finance, stewardship, trustees, and youth. Most report continued growth and blessings throughout the year.
The document summarizes the achievements and activities at NCEA Academy. It highlights that the academy received a national award for its work bringing the world into the classroom. It provides examples of international initiatives including visits to Greece and Kenya. It also notes the academy's focus on equipping students with skills for a global jobs market. The summary discusses improvements in exam results across years and subjects. It promotes upcoming events and opportunities at the academy.
This document provides an overview of the Thirteenth Sabbath offering for the third quarter of 1978. It discusses that:
- The Thirteenth Sabbath calls for an especially generous gift to support important projects.
- The back cover map shows the special needs that the offering will help meet in areas like the Middle East College, Africa Herald Publishing House, schools in Tanzania and along the Nile River, and homes for district leaders in Ethiopia.
- These projects depend on a larger offering from Sabbath School members.
The author, a former student of the Church College of New Zealand, requests a meeting with a member of the Presiding Bishopric to discuss future options for the school's buildings and land after the announcement of the school's closure. He provides background on his family's history with the church in New Zealand and Samoa. He is concerned about rumors regarding structural issues with the buildings and requests to review the engineering reports before developing proposals. The author believes the school has provided superior secular and religious education and wants parents to have choice in their children's education similar to programs in Utah.
This document provides information for a Back to School Night at The Church of St. Mary. It discusses the church's commitment to Catholic education and the school. It outlines expectations for parishioners, families, and students. Budget information for the 2010-2011 school year is also presented, showing the parish subsidizes the school budget and has undertaken capital projects costing over $500,000. A schedule is provided for classroom visits during the Back to School Night events.
Good practice in church school partnerships Diocese of Bath and WellsKatherine Lyddon
This document provides guidance for developing good partnerships between churches and schools. It outlines protocols for schools visiting churches, using church spaces for events, and participating in church worship. It also provides guidance for churches visiting schools and using school sites. Key recommendations include obtaining permission, discussing logistics and expectations, preparing students, leaving spaces clean and organized, and expressing thanks. The document emphasizes maintaining respect for sacred spaces, being sensitive to different communities, and ensuring activities are appropriate for all involved.
This document provides an overview of Our Lady of Ransom School. It discusses the school's mission to educate children in the Catholic faith and provide an excellent primary education. It describes the school's location, facilities, curriculum, and religious education program. It also provides details about class sizes, staff, and subjects taught like English, maths, science, French, and music.
This document discusses compassionate justice and service learning. It provides examples of relief, development, and advocacy/justice approaches to addressing issues like hunger. The document outlines a 4-step service learning process: preparation, action, reflection, and celebration. It emphasizes the importance of deep listening, assessing gifts and passions, and creating partnerships with local leaders. The document also discusses accompaniment and provides suggested resources for service learning.
This document describes the work of dots in blue water, a nonprofit organization started by science teacher Michael Baer that installs water purification systems in Haiti. It details how the organization was formed in response to hurricanes in 2008, and how students have since traveled to Haiti multiple times to install purification units. These units provide clean water to villages and schools, helping to prevent water-borne illnesses. The document outlines dots in blue water's expansion to include portable family purification systems and their ongoing work with communities in Haiti.
This document summarizes a church group's visit to Msitu wa Tembo village in Tanzania to learn about the work of Compassion International. Some key points:
- Compassion International partners with local churches to support children living in poverty through education, healthcare, and community development programs.
- The group visited Deeper Life Msitu wa Tembo church's Compassion-supported program serving 192 children through kindergarten and maternal health classes.
- The group's sponsorship supports 23 children in the village kindergarten program. They met some of the children and their families to understand their challenges with poverty.
- The group also met two young men who had graduated from Compassion's leadership
The haitian american partnership program, incsmccord25
The US-Haitian Partnership on la Gonave Island has worked for over 20 years to improve living conditions. They have built 10 churches, schools, a health clinic, initiated community programs, and provided scholarships. Infrastructure development included construction of buildings, a wall, and expansion of the main church. Programs were established for nutrition, goat rearing, women's skills training, and sending qualified students to university. Music education was also introduced. These collaborative efforts have dramatically reduced malnutrition and positively impacted education, health, livelihoods, and quality of life on the island.
The Pacific Foundation for Environmental Learning was formed in 2009 to support the Outdoor School campus. It is overseen by the North Vancouver School District and receives guidance from the Outdoor School Advisory Committee, a group of educators and community leaders that support environmental education. The Foundation aims to raise $3.8 million for the completion of the North Shore Credit Union Environmental Learning Centre, a new building at the Outdoor School campus that will serve as a hub for environmental learning and leadership. The Outdoor School's multi-day programs currently reach over 11,000 participants annually and the new Centre will allow the school to further its mission of connecting people to nature through experiential education.
The document provides a schedule of events for Emmett Nazarene Church for the week including Sunday school, worship services, prayer groups, and activities. It also lists contact information for the church and upcoming events such as a potluck, activities for kids, and prayers for travel safety, firefighters, and those suffering due to floods in Sri Lanka.
This document provides a regular schedule of events for Emmett Nazarene Church, including Sunday school classes, worship services, prayer groups, Bible studies, and youth activities. It also lists the leadership team, contact information, office hours, and vision for the church to reach out to the local community and beyond with the gospel.
This document outlines Pastor Ren Sabio's Philippines Project which aims to encourage and equip evangelical pastors in northern Luzon through conferences and resources. It discusses two recent pastor conferences held in Tuguegarao City and Laoag City where pastors received training and rice. It outlines a long term vision to establish a bible college, ministry training center, and children's center to serve pastors, missionaries, orphans, and the community. It requests prayer and help from supporters to advance this vision through contacts, funding, and property donations.
The document summarizes a mission trip by multiple churches to Reynosa, Mexico to serve the deaf community. A team of over 50 people from churches in New Jersey, Texas, Alabama, and Georgia traveled to help with construction projects at a school for the deaf, hospital, and orphanage. The group consisted of people of all ages, from young children to grandparents. They spent a week doing Vacation Bible School, electrical work, and other service projects to help the deaf community and spread the gospel. The mission aims to educate and minister to the deaf, who are an underreached group in Mexico.
The document summarizes a mission trip by multiple churches to Reynosa, Mexico to serve the deaf community. A team of over 50 people from churches in New Jersey, Texas, Alabama, and Georgia traveled to help with construction projects at a school for the deaf, hospital, and orphanage. Each day, the team split into groups to work on projects or run a vacation bible school while living together at a motel. The goal of the mission was to help establish the first school for the deaf in the area and spread the gospel to an underserved community.
This document advertises a day event on September 25th at Houghton Regis Baptist Church to inspire and resource churches to engage with local schools. The event will feature talks from various speakers on topics like using the Breathe resource with 16-19 year olds and being a school governor. Attendees can choose between workshops on preparing RE lessons, using different resources, and engaging schools. The day costs £20 per person and includes lunch, and attendees should register by September 17th. The event is open to all denominations and aims to help churches get involved in their local schools.
This document advertises a day event on September 25th at Houghton Regis Baptist Church to inspire and resource churches to engage with local schools. The event will feature talks from various speakers on topics like using the Breathe resource with 16-19 year olds and being a school governor. Attendees can choose between workshops on preparing RE lessons, using different resources, and engaging schools. The day costs £20 per person and includes lunch, and attendees should register by September 17th. The event is open to all denominations and aims to help churches get involved in their local schools.
1. Ghana October Mission Outreach Reflection & Prayer Retreat, Education, Medical, Water, Prison Ministry Ghana, Liverpool UK, North Carolina, Kansas, Ohio
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5. Medical Outreach Putting information on the house for the medical team following behind Dolores & Stella checking the information Sandy visiting with a blind grandmother Alfred and Fr Bernard passing out mosquito nets
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7. Education Cooking Class Cookie and Drink for the Children School Supplies being distributed Children Telling Good-by
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10. St. Justin’s Vocational Technical Institute Ground Floor Completed School Opens January 2011 Old Toilet Facility New Toilet Facility Classroom St. Justin’s School Front Entrance
11. Construction Churches & Schools Christ The King Anglican Church Twerebo – House the Pre School Twerebo Basic School Junior High Oduman School Toilet Facility Oduman School
12. On Going Construction Projects Obeyeyie School Open in 2009 Nsakina New School Under Construction Schedule to Open 2011 Buerko New School Under Construction Schedule to Open 2011 Buerko 1 st School Open in 2009
14. An appeal from your mission committee . . . . When our Lord was about to depart to heaven, He gave to His beloved disciples their assignment: they were to be endured with the power of the Holy Spirit, and in that power they were to witness “to the uttermost part of the earth” (Acts 1:8). One day the day of grace will come to an end. There is still room in our Father’s house. But soon the door will be forever closed. God is undeniably the author of missions. It is the whole duty of the whole church to preach the whole gospel to the whole world. Be an opener of doors in Charlotte, the Appalachia Mountains, Philippines, Peru, Haiti, Ghana . . . It does not matter where . . . Commit your time, talent, and resources. No gift is too small no amount of effort is too small. Christ’s last command should indeed be our first concern. Missions!
Editor's Notes
Ghana October Mission Outreach – Refection & Prayer, Education, Medical, Water, Prison Ministry – Team Member were from Ghana, Liverpool UK, North Carolina, Kansas and Ohio – Several of the team is in church this morning. Fr. Cecil Williams, Paul & Grace Closius, Stella & Albert Doku, Alfred Doku, Sandy Stovall, Dolores Cummings – Please Stand
Reflection & Prayer Retreat – A program prepared by Dr. Evelyn Davis with SIL International - We traveled 15 hours 256 miles to Tamale for the retreat – 65 Participants and 18 Staff attended the retreat - Goal: – Participants have a time for reflection and prayer and prepared themselves to lead short retreats. Objectives: 1) Personal time of rest and renewal 2) Deepen intimacy with God and listening to his voice , 3) Sharing your spiritual, 4) Fresh anointing of the Holy Spirit’s wisdom, power and creativity, 5) Clear Barriers that hinder you from moving forward in the Lord’s 6) Open up to new challenges and new opportunities in the Lord’s service – Different communities sat on different sides of the room they had been fighting for many years at the end they washed each other feets.
Bibles & Blankets: The picture was taken in front of Tamale Central Prison as we prepared to enter with Bibles, Blankets, Cookies, drinks and religious tracks. The bottom picture is the team meeting with the Director General of Ghana Prisons – There are 13,000 prisoners in Ghana prisons - To date we have distributed 9,629 Bibles, 1,534 Blankets in 28 Prisons – We did not start distributing blankets till 2009 – We have 3,374 Bibles to go and 11,466 Blankets in 17 Prisons – Then we start over – Next Step Kiros
Medical Initiative: The banner tells all we are coming – Picture of Grace & Paul telling Bible Stories to the children as they did wherever we went – Grace & Paul worked in Ghana for 2 years they live in Waxhaw and work at JARRS – The team went house to house – 1) They distribute treated mosquitoes nets to the community 2) Discussed hygiene issues 3) Registered people for the National Health Insurance Program and did triage treatment & distributed medication
Medial Team At Work: Team member putting information on the house for other team member with other jobs following behind providing them information - Dolores & Stella checking the information - Sandy visiting with a blind grandmother who takes care of her granddaughter while the mother is at work - Alfred and Fr Bernard passing out mosquito nets
Clean Water To Kwam-Anum: Top photo is the original water source from the Densu river for drinking, bathing, cooking & Livestock – Bottom photo Well Water and Poly Tank for Storage of Clean Water – The water is brought up from over 200 Feet Down - Safe drinking water is a critical infrastructure issue that impacts the health of many isolated communities Waterborne diseases stand at the top of Ghana’s public health issues.
Arch Bishop Akrofi said the greatest need was Education, Education, Education – Top left photo is a cooking class, Last year at the end of school last Jon Bush daughter and my granddaughter started a campaign to clean out lockers and collect all left over and unused school supplies for children in Ghana they 1,200 pounds was collected - team is passing them out – Bottom left are children enjoying cookies and drink – Bottom left are children telling us good-by as we depart
School Enrollment where we have partnered with the Anglican Dioceses of Accra – These schools were not opened in 2006 – 842 Students in 5 schools – 2 more schools will open in 2011 and 1 in 2010
St. Paul’s High School, La – We started working on this school in 2006 – Ron Condon, Greg Dixon, Ed Trevilion, Chas, Jennifer Bement, Filmore, Sandy & Hanna, Harold, Alex . . . This community did not have a high school for these children after Jr. High they went to work Today there are 261 students enrolled – Their first graduation class will be in June of 2011 51 students – The team meet with the President of the Student Body she read us a report that stated the challenges they faced, their Goals 1) “Moral formation of students, 2) Prevention of teenage pregnancy, 3) School vs. work (There are no child labor laws) 4) Stop drug traffic in the community and fight student and family addictions” And . . . Thank You “ The student are grateful to the wife of the late Don Dixon for renovating one of the classrooms on the second floor in Don’s memory to be used as a visual art center” . . . Praise the Lord on Thursday of last week the funds arrived from Barclay’s to put on a new roof on the building
Work was started on St. Justin’s Vocational Technical Institute in 2007. Work was finish on the ground floor this year. Top right is an overview of the building, top right is a picture of a classroom, bottom left is the front entrance, bottom right is the new toilet facility – School will open in January of 2011 – Second floor need to be completed
Many of you may remember hearing about the top two building – When as asking people to buy bags of cement for $15 – Top right picture is Christ The King Anglican Church Twerebo was the first building we help build today it house the Pre School – Top right is Twerebo Basic School Junior High Bottom left Oduman School - Toilet Facility Oduman – School opened with 26 in last month
Top left Obeyeyie School opened 2009 – Top right Nsakina School under construction scheduled to open 2010 – Bottom left Buerko new school under schedule to open 2011 under construction - Bottom right A small building was built in 2008 to claim the land currently being used as a school opened in 2009 with 108 students
Top left is the hearse we sent to Accra, Top right worship time, Bottom left all new team members visit the slave castle to learn history, bottom right we eat lots of good food
An appeal from your mission committee . . . . When our Lord was about to depart to heaven, He gave to His beloved disciples their assignment: they were to be endured with the power of the Holy Spirit, and in that power they were to witness “to the uttermost part of the earth” (Acts 1:8). One day the day of grace will come to an end. There is still room in our Father’s house. But soon the door will be forever closed. God is undeniably the author of missions. It is the whole duty of the whole church to preach the whole gospel to the whole world. Be an opener of doors in Charlotte, the Appalachia Mountains, Philippines, Peru, Haiti, Ghana . . . It does not matter where . . . Commit your time, talent, and resources. No gift is too small no amount of effort is too small. Christ’s last command should indeed be our first concern. Missions!