Good morning brothers,
I hope this finds you all fine,we are all doing alright.
We are glad to receive Gilbert's mail briefing us a bout the transfer of funds as well as the January visit,we really continue to appreciate God for His doings,we will continue our prayers towards the success of January visit also to Tracy tell her that she can count on our prayers and wish her dad quick recovery and God's intervention.
Thank you Jeremy for sharing with us an idea on the long term sustainability,we will continue thinking on the same line.
As we said before we have been following the idea of securing lease and up to this moment we have secured a two year lease for the offices,we are still following the one for the school compound,they are currently under different managements,we hope to finish up on that soon.About piping of water to the school,we went for the applications it's a little longer process,we still have to secure PIN NO.which we are already processing after which Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company will come to survey the land before we are granted piped water,we are optimistic a bout this as well.The health department is part of Nairobi City Council under whose jurisdiction the water and sewerage Company falls hence they understand the process.
Also,Anthony asked a bout what next after feeding program,well,hope you remember Ron sent us some funds for internet project,the funds have been in our account until recently when we bought four new computers, internet connection modem and a four port switch,we only fell short of connection fee from the providers ,next week we are visiting telekom offices - the main internet providers company in Kenya to confirm if so far there is any changes in connection charges then we will get in touch with you,after this we will have a achieved the goal of having FCC connected.
However brothers,let's continue putting God first in everything,its great what he has done and all he is a bout to do.Be blessed.
Dan.
N/B Chris has been having problems with the quick book software that we uses to record our finances,that's why it has taken us long to update you with financial reports,he succeeded to have one from friend so soon the reports will be there with you.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Update From Furaha: October 25, 2008
Greetings Pete,
Thanking God for your ministry and the financial support you have committed to feed many back here.
We are all doing well.
Even though its tough back there financially at the moment, I believe God will provide for every person giving towards the feeding program in your ministry.
I truly cant express the joy it has brought to many back here but everyday and moment of enjoying the meal its always memorable.
The Jiko is really a big asset to us back here it has reduced the consumption of firewood to almost half...its truly an energy saver.
The staff and kids really enjoy there meals and are full of energy and excitement than before.
The pastors are still committed in working together and they have kept us all on a tight schedule of visiting there churches every Sundays.
They have a calender that requires us all in furaha to attend there church services every week, we have so far attended 3 churches and its always a blessing to be part of their congregation and see them preach as well.
They have picked their leadership and Pastor. Francis is their Chairman. We went to his church first and we really enjoyed the service, he is truly the unifying pastor that is holding all of them together and a remarkable preacher.
We will be glad to know if its still possible to attend the Global Leadership Summit starting next month 10th and 11th. (Note from Pete: this is something we are trying to arrange with the Willow Creek Association).
Kindly let us know if its possible to communicate this back to them.
The software is unbelievable coz of all the resources it carries, the pastors and us are slowly learning how to use it and enjoying the resource.
I have been taking some pictures of the churches we have visited so far, I will send them to you as soon as i sort them out.
Pass my kindest regards to all in your ministry.
God bless.
David
Thanking God for your ministry and the financial support you have committed to feed many back here.
We are all doing well.
Even though its tough back there financially at the moment, I believe God will provide for every person giving towards the feeding program in your ministry.
I truly cant express the joy it has brought to many back here but everyday and moment of enjoying the meal its always memorable.
The Jiko is really a big asset to us back here it has reduced the consumption of firewood to almost half...its truly an energy saver.
The staff and kids really enjoy there meals and are full of energy and excitement than before.
The pastors are still committed in working together and they have kept us all on a tight schedule of visiting there churches every Sundays.
They have a calender that requires us all in furaha to attend there church services every week, we have so far attended 3 churches and its always a blessing to be part of their congregation and see them preach as well.
They have picked their leadership and Pastor. Francis is their Chairman. We went to his church first and we really enjoyed the service, he is truly the unifying pastor that is holding all of them together and a remarkable preacher.
We will be glad to know if its still possible to attend the Global Leadership Summit starting next month 10th and 11th. (Note from Pete: this is something we are trying to arrange with the Willow Creek Association).
Kindly let us know if its possible to communicate this back to them.
The software is unbelievable coz of all the resources it carries, the pastors and us are slowly learning how to use it and enjoying the resource.
I have been taking some pictures of the churches we have visited so far, I will send them to you as soon as i sort them out.
Pass my kindest regards to all in your ministry.
God bless.
David
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Update from Huruma
Hallo guys,
I hope you are all doing good,it's been a while since we last communicated,we are all doing well here in Huruma,the kids,teachers,social workers,guardians,leaders and the rest of the volunteers.
As you may have predicted,we have been quite busy,running with firstly the school renovations after which immediately we engaged into laying foundations for feeding program as well as the follow ups of the newly initiated FCC pastor,s fellowship program, however we must apologise for not keeping you informed on the progress as may have been expected.
My beloved brothers,firstly let me thank God for His Faithfulness and Goodness,it's been along journey to the feeding program,together we have been praying that this defining moment of our journey would come,and here it is,God has answered our prayers,all we have to do is thank and glorify his name,may all the people who played any role to the success of this,however small it was,whether in forefront or behind the curtain be blessed and abundantly rewarded by God,to us its The hand of God seen at work.
Contrary to our anticipation,the feeding program commenced on 6th October,from the time we received the start up funds,we immediately started the preparations hoping to beat the deadline in vain,as we all know,we have never done this before,this was our first time,there are a lot of difference in actual since hence since the beginning of the program,we have been and will be working out the practicality of the program for the next few weeks.
We had to interview cooks,ensure that they are well qualified both by experience and health wise keeping in mind that they would be handling kids who needs special care,this then meant that we had to send a number of interviewees for tests to scrutinise their health status,this consumed time something we didn't foresee,these and other reasons led to the delay.We finally managed to employ one cook and recruited two other volunteers who would be assisting.
Kids and and teachers were quite excited,you should have seen them,i know our God is happy because someone contributed to ensure that this young ones,the least of our brothers have smiles on their faces,we took some videos David will be sending some pictures and possibly footages and Chris will be sending other reports as well.
Friends,on behalf of my fellow leaders here i want to say that we are grateful for efforts you have made so far,even though we cant reward you,our God in heaven will do,we are praying for you,pray for us too,lets embrace God's ministry,lets spread the gospel of Jesus,let's change the world,let's make a difference,let's build God's kingdom.
Be blessed,
With Love,
From Brother Dan.
I hope you are all doing good,it's been a while since we last communicated,we are all doing well here in Huruma,the kids,teachers,social workers,guardians,leaders and the rest of the volunteers.
As you may have predicted,we have been quite busy,running with firstly the school renovations after which immediately we engaged into laying foundations for feeding program as well as the follow ups of the newly initiated FCC pastor,s fellowship program, however we must apologise for not keeping you informed on the progress as may have been expected.
My beloved brothers,firstly let me thank God for His Faithfulness and Goodness,it's been along journey to the feeding program,together we have been praying that this defining moment of our journey would come,and here it is,God has answered our prayers,all we have to do is thank and glorify his name,may all the people who played any role to the success of this,however small it was,whether in forefront or behind the curtain be blessed and abundantly rewarded by God,to us its The hand of God seen at work.
Contrary to our anticipation,the feeding program commenced on 6th October,from the time we received the start up funds,we immediately started the preparations hoping to beat the deadline in vain,as we all know,we have never done this before,this was our first time,there are a lot of difference in actual since hence since the beginning of the program,we have been and will be working out the practicality of the program for the next few weeks.
We had to interview cooks,ensure that they are well qualified both by experience and health wise keeping in mind that they would be handling kids who needs special care,this then meant that we had to send a number of interviewees for tests to scrutinise their health status,this consumed time something we didn't foresee,these and other reasons led to the delay.We finally managed to employ one cook and recruited two other volunteers who would be assisting.
Kids and and teachers were quite excited,you should have seen them,i know our God is happy because someone contributed to ensure that this young ones,the least of our brothers have smiles on their faces,we took some videos David will be sending some pictures and possibly footages and Chris will be sending other reports as well.
Friends,on behalf of my fellow leaders here i want to say that we are grateful for efforts you have made so far,even though we cant reward you,our God in heaven will do,we are praying for you,pray for us too,lets embrace God's ministry,lets spread the gospel of Jesus,let's change the world,let's make a difference,let's build God's kingdom.
Be blessed,
With Love,
From Brother Dan.
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