Our short-term ministry team was working in a community near the Uganda border and learned that Denis, a very bright, third year high school student had lost both of his parents to HIV/AIDS thus forcing him to live with his grandfather. He was away at school for the first term this year and returned home to care for his grandfather who was quite ill. While he was home, his grandfather died leaving him with literally no one in this world. And to make matters worse, all of his worldly possessions (mattress, bed sheets, clothing, uniforms, shoes, etc) were taken from his locker box at school. Peter, a good friend and teacher at the Mugomari School, passed by his home to find the young man still there and sobbing beyond belief. “They’re all gone,” Denis said. The next day, our team arrived to work at the teacher’s school for a few days. Both the young man and the teacher met with me for any advice since Denis wanted to return to school so he could have a real future. I’ve never been in a position like this before. I’ve never lost everyone around me and everything for that matter. Fortunately, I know of a number of people who have gone through this and certainly my brother Job was an inspiration to me. It was God who sustained them through all of this and moved them on to live a life pleasing to Him. The rest of the team learned about Denis and the day we left the area, they had all chipped in and purchased everything he needed (new uniform too!) to return to school. As we dropped Denis off at the remote boarding school, the team also laid off enough funds to pay for the next term’s tuition. I have never seen a happier young man in my life. It’s truly rare to witness firsthand the grace of God moving among His people. I was blessed to be a part of all of this and to honestly see the church of God in her finest hour, rising up to meet the challenge. Our next Kenya team leaves September 2. This group will be helping to build an emergency food/relief distribution center among the Maasai Tribe in southern Kenya. We'll also be holding a community medical clinic and will probably treat as many as 600 people during this time. Please be in prayer for our group. If you wish to be part of one of our Kenya teams, contact us right away by emailing ucommit@juno.com or telephone our office at 909-570-9306. We'd be happy to mail you an application. We have a team scheduled for February, another in May, one in June, two in July, one in August, and another in October as well. Support COMMIT Ministries by booking all your travel needs on line at our travel site You can own your own on-line travel business! Find out how by using this link Start your own travel buisness TEACH ENGLISH IN CHINA THIS SUMMER! By: Jamie Barros - COMMIT Ministries There are about two thousand students that would really love to have you as their teacher! If you are fluent in speaking the English language and would like to teach a class of middle school students in China, you are qualified! No experience is necessary; we will train you! And you do not need to know Chinese! Teams will teach four to six classes a day and have full interactive curriculum with each class. Several trips taking place from May through July ranging from four to six weeks. Your training begins in Beijing as you learn a simple TEFOL program. Our teams also take time out to walk on the Great Wall and visit Tiannamen Square! Your willingness to serve is such a blessing in helping them pass their exams and qualify for High School! They need your help! Write me anytime or call our office at 909- 570-9306 to register for next year! Welcome to COMMIT Ministries International! Reaching the world for Jesus Christ one Short Term Mission Team at a time. If your passion is to reach those who have never heard the words, Jesus Christ, then you have come to right source; that is our passion! Our goal is to provide Short Term Mission Opportunities and training to both churches and individuals seeking to advance the Kingdom of God. If this is your interest, we want you to join us and begin the most exciting and satisfying adventure of your life. We have several tabs at the very top describing training opportunities for short term ministry and dozens of short-term ministry trips for this year and next. If you wish to know more about us, click on that tab as well as our beliefs. We want you to know! If you have any questions, give us a call or drop us an email; 909-570-9306--ucommit@juno.com. By the way, we can create a CUSTOM TRIP designed to meet your needs or needs of your group including special dates, activities, and provision of applicable resources. In addition, we are available to work directly with your leadership or fellowship in order to bring about an "active" mission program in your church. It is time to take a special step of faith and watch the Lord do marvelous things! |
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