As we approach the end of a hot summer here in the United States, I am quickly reminded that across the large pond, it is still winter. While this may not seem to be a large problem I think about the young children we have visited over the past two years. Those that walk upwards of three-miles one way to receive two meals a day….without shoes. Not only are they hungry, they are also cold. Believe it or not, Swaziland’s winter temperatures can dip down into the upper thirties leaving many children sleeping in a cold mud hut with nothing to warm them…no heat, not a blanket, not proper clothing, and some not even an adult to keep them safe and warm. We take the “simple” things for granted and often do not stop to think of others. These children need a hot meal for their growling stomach, they need proper clothing to keep them protected and warm, shoes to keep thorns from piercing their feet, loving touch from others that care, and most of all they need discipleship.
My family, as well as another local family, are on a journey to move to Swaziland Africa. We want to help those in need: give them a hot meal, provide them with proper clothing and shoes, provide education and lessons, provide basic medical attention, give them a loving hug, provide Bible lessons and show them what discipling means, and to live out Matthew 25.
While most believers want to do something to help these children, many do not know how they can help. A simple monthly contribution would allow my family the opportunity to get to Swaziland and help these dying children. No contribution is too small. Some have committed to $10, $15, or even $25 a month. In this economy we know how tight money is and how many are struggling to make ends meet, but God is ALWAYS faithful and He will provide all that is needed. I would ask you to greatly consider helping my family get to Swaziland by making a monthly commitment.
Now is the time to help Swaziland….Help us get there so that we can begin to assist the existing missionaries care for about 4000 orphans. Each day that we are not there is a missed opportunity to help a child in need…
Thanks in advance for your support!
