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 As most of you are now aware, I will be going to Swaziland, South Africa in a little less than 3 weeks! In 2 weeks I will be taking part in training camp here at the offices. I will get an opportunity to meet my team and these participants that I will be pouring into for the month of June. Then on June 3rd I will head out with my team from Atlanta. From Atlanta I will fly into Johanasburg South Africa and then from there we will go to Swaziland. I am so excited and really eager to go.  I appreciate your prayers as I prepare physically, emotinally and spiritually. These weeks of preperation have definatley been a time of spirtual attack. I haven’t felt as overwhelmed and stressed as I have latley.  I know that this is because of the awesome things that God wants do in the coming month and Satan doesn’t like it! It’s been a test of my faith and I have been asking for the Lord’s peace as I am getting ready.
 
Financially speaking I am still not where I need to be.  I know that God is faithful. I still need to have $2400 before we leave.  Please pray about how you may be able to support me.  No amount is too small!! It’s not just about money for a trip to Africa or money for me, it’s about getting a chance to minister to the people in Swazi who need to know the love of Christ! You can make an impact on Swaziland!

You can:

  • Give online(quickest and perferred way) at this blogste and clicking on “Support Me!” on the left panel.  
  • Give by sending a check in the mail to: PO Box 534470 Atlanta GA 30353-4470 (Make sure to write my name in the memo line, that way it will go directly to my support account)
  • PRAY! MOST IMPORTANT! I appreciate your prayers during this preparation time. Pray that my heart will be prepared and ready for the people I will be coming in contact with, on my team and in Swaziland.  Also that I will be able to focus and hear from the Lord at this time and not be swayed discouragement!

I’d love take this time to share some info on Swazi!!

SWAZILAND

At about the size of New Jersey, Swaziland is located in South Africa with a population of just over one million   

 

·         AIDS has taken over Swaziland, making it the most AIDS infected country in the world with over 44.2% that are HIV+.

·     TThe population fell from 1.1 million 2 years ago than less than a million this year – which means the people are dying faster than they’re being born.

·         Life expectancy is 28.7 years 44.2% are HIV+
Between the ages of 15 and 25 girls have an infection rate of 56%

·         There are presently over 100,000 orphans in the less than 1 million population

·       558% of children don’t go to school because they can’t afford school fees/uniforms

·         70% of children will be HIV+ by the time they are 15 years old

·         Only 1 in 10 children will make it to the age of 30

·         According to the UN statistics, the entire country will be dead – wiped off the face of the earth- by 2050.

 
 

MINISTRY
Base City: Manzini

Much of my time will be dedicated to spending time with orphans and other folks who have been affected by this awful disease. I will get to simply love unconditionally and spend quality time with people in need. The Swazi people are renowned for their warmth and kindness, and will be sure to leave a lasting impression. I will have the chance to spend time with people who have been shunned, stigmatized and rejected because of their state. My time in Swaziland could play a role in changing the life of a person, or perhaps an entire nation.

 Please consider how you could be a part of this movement with me! Check out this video below from a girl who went to Swazi. Get a good look into the beautiful people of Swazi!
 
 
 
 
 

2 responses to “Swaziland needs you!”

  1. It will be great to be in Swaziland with you – I know you will love it there!

  2. Teresa – I am praying that God will use you in Swazi. Dont worry about the money it will come. God is really the provider in this and He will carry out the work he has started in your heart. Love you! – mom