Practical session A group of 14 nursing students recently arrived at the hospital for their 5-week practical session. It is good to have students with us at the hospital, not only for their academic training but also for the opportunity to help them spiritually. We are planting the truth of God’s Word into the hearts of young people and pray for eternal… Read more
Postponed COVID cases at Chitokoloki are rising slowly. We had scheduled a seminar for Sunday School teachers for July 2-6, but it has had to be postponed. We also have made out a schedule for camps, but they too may end up being postponed or canceled. We are praying about the seminars and camps that we would like to have, and… Read more
Attending assembly meetings The girls’ home here recently added two young ladies from a distant area where there is no secondary school. We also added an orphan who we have been helping for a few years and was walking 1½ hours to school. A good number of our girls are attending the assembly meetings. We look to God to bless His Word in… Read more
Luvale audio version We have been praying for a Luvale audio version of the New Testament. These prayers are now being answered. Pray for all of the voice talent, as well as the translation team who will be checking for accuracy and for Eunice and I as we lead the project. We are very excited to supply the Word of God to the… Read more
People text the station Tim continues sharing the Gospel every Thursday on the community radio station. The station covers a large area, so we trust that the Lord is working in people’s hearts. After the message, typically many people text the station to express their appreciation for what they have heard. Please pray with us that the Lord will bring many to truly know… Read more
Comprehensive sign language skills The work at the Christian Learning Centre has expanded. Teachers and parents are being taught comprehensive sign language skills in order to communicate more effectively with the deaf students. How wonderful it is to see God’s hand in these programs. Read more
Ongoing staffing needs Pray for the staffing needs at Sakeji School. We are really trying to discern what direction the Lord would have us take as a school, but meanwhile trying to continue with the responsibilities the Lord has placed into our hands to do. Read more
A special encouragement to us Three Sakeji school students professed faith in Christ this term and were a special encouragement to us. Pray for the students who return to broken homes and tough situations. Pray that God’s Word will preserve and encourage them and be a witness to their parents. Read more
They aren’t too concerned We can safely sit under a tree in the village and preach the Gospel. We try to keep a distance, but the folks here aren’t too concerned. The Zambezi Bible Study, English gospel meeting and hospital outreaches are still on hold, but we pray we’ll be able to resume them soon. Read more
A weekly gospel session Tim was approached by the community radio station to present a weekly gospel session in the Lunda language. We felt that, despite our many other responsibilities, this one was too good to miss. We request your prayers for this additional way of reaching people in this area with the Gospel. Read more
Joshua and Judges Please pray for the Luvale Bible retranslation work. We began another four-week session together by all getting tested for COVID-19 so we can work closely. We would like to print Joshua and Judges for a wider group of Luvale speaking believers to assist with corrections. We need guidance from the Lord as we seek to accurately translate the Word. Read more
Serious injury Patrick has sustained a very serious injury to his back and sciatic nerve. He is confined to bed, having received injections and oral medication to deal with the pain. He is unable to walk independently, sit, stand, drive, or move extensively. It will be a long road to recovery. Your prayers are deeply appreciated. Read more