Africa Details

SIM (our mission agency) has finally figured out where we are going! We will be working with the Fulani (largest nomadic people group in the world) in Nigeria. We will live in Miango, which is outside of Jos (a pretty big city). There are various ministries around that area that target the Fulani, and we are fortunate to be able to experience them all. We will be able to get a broad view of the opportunities available. This 9 month trip will be an exploratory expedition of sorts. We hope to be of use and make relationships, while seeking the Lord about a long term vision and ministry. We are ready to begin our fundraising and will have an account with SIM where you may send donations and receive a tax deductable receipt. The estimated amount we have been encouraged to shoot for in our fundraising is $40,000! This will include airfare for our large family, health and evacuation insurance, housing and living expenses, and who knows what else. This is such an enormous amount to our earthly minds, but God is so much bigger than money and finances. I’ve always heard that since God owns the cattle on a thousand hills, he can sell off some for our needs! We do ask you to pray about joining our financial team. We will need a significant amount to get set up (plane tickets, etc.) as well as monthly donors to pay for ongoing expenses.

Our greatest need, however, continues to be PRAYER COVERAGE. Our trip can be mighty and powerful for the Kingdom of God, or it can be disastrous. The outcome depends on the Lord and the prayers of the saints. Please pray for us and for God’s Kingdom to come in and through our lives! While you're at it, please pray for continued health and blessings on Shelly's pregnancy and another easy delivery. Thank you so much for your love and support.