HEALING HANDS INTERNATIONAL NEWS “God’s Healing. Your Hands.” Issue 2– 2014 Women’s Business Conference Page 3 A Heart For The Nations Page 4 Clean Water for Eastern Kenya Page 5 As I Have Done For You... Page 5 Disruptions Page 7 M.A.G.I. News Page 7 Conflict in South Sudan Page 6 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, TO HIM BE THE GLORY IN THE CHURCH AND IN CHRIST JESUS THROUGHOUT ALL GENERATIONS forever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20-23
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HEALING HANDS INTERNATIONAL NEWS “God’s Healing. Your Hands.”
Issue 2– 2014
Women’s Business Conference Page 3
A Heart For The Nations Page 4
Clean Water for Eastern Kenya Page 5
As I Have Done For You... Page 5
Disruptions Page 7
M.A.G.I. News Page 7
Conflict in South Sudan Page 6
Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, TO HIM BE THE GLORY IN THE CHURCH AND IN CHRIST JESUS THROUGHOUT ALL GENERATIONS forever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20-23
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Don’t forget!
The Dorcas Workshop Nashville Office • May 7th, 8th, & 9th
Education Workshop July 10th, 2014
MEMORIAL GIFTSGifts were given in memory of the following from October 1, 2013 – February 28, 2014. Donors are inlight-faced type.
Agilar, Raphael Paul and Janet ForrestAllen, Arneal Sid and Jenetta AllenAnderson, Chris Robert EgnoskiAnderson, Kerry Kathryn Brown James and Helen CostelloBabbidge, Lynne Eagle Development Group LLCBaily, Sarah Rocky ThurmanBarry, Bill Madeline HaganBishop, Shawn Ruth CarterBlackwell, Bonnie Anonymous Bogle, Donald Bob and Nancy Webb
Bowling, Winston Steve and Brenda FrostBoyce, Juanita T. William and Helen TottyBradford, Mildred Henrietta Bradford Barbara H. Martin Betty Mathis Glen and Elaine Moore Roger and Mandy Myers White Bluff Church of ChristBrannan, Larry Charles HarvellBrashear, Christine Ron and Doris Bussell Philip and Delores Coleman Jean Dennison Mrs. Sybil RidingsBratton, Charles Roger and Mandy MyersBreece, Shirley Betty MathisBrooks, Bill Robert and Jackie Benham Anna Brooks Barbara Brooks
Bullock, Joe Ed and Yvonne RosenquistBurg, Frank Robert and Dotty CrockettCantor, Helen James and Helen CostelloCarden, Ann Betty MathisCheek, Jewell Roger and Mandy MyersClark, Ashley David and Amy HendrixsonClark, Violet Bob and Nancy WebbCoggin, Nora Robert and Jerry MitchellCole, Bill Ted and Cathy CollinsCooper, James and Mary Camellia CooperCraig, Jim David CraigCrosier, Jo Ford James and Helen CostelloCrosier, Peter James and Helen CostelloCrouch, Merri Ronald David Crouch
Darnell, Clifton Gene and Judy GreenDePriest, Pauline Joel and Cindy EdmondsonDobson, Willie Bob and Nancy Webb David and Patricia WhitakerDodson, Linda Betty MathisDoom, John Stuart Martha Sue McCainDuncan, Jamison Michael Mike and Kay DuncanDuncan, Jon Ashley Mike and Kay DuncanEbling, Gilda Betty MathisEichelberger, Edward Mrs. Edward EichelbergerEllis, Walter Jimmy and Corlis EllisFarrar, Henry and Grace Ken and Wendy Beck Ronald and Martha HighfieldFinley, Kenneth McAllen FinleyFreetly, Dean and Alice Oscar H. and Dorothy Mason
French, Lindsey Bernice StokeFuller, Bryan Michael and Ginger MooreGamble, Charles R. “Chuck” Jr. Charles and Rebel GambleGaskins, Billie Jo Walker Louise LacyGentry, Mary K. Mitchell GailGill, Grady Don and Carolyn ReevesGregory, Gail Ted and Cathy CollinsGrimes, Junior Ted and Cathy CollinsGurney, Alice Faye Ray and Linda SolleyGuzman, Emma Linda Betty KingHall, Faye Philip and Delores ColemanHamilton, Hattie Moore Joan Gardner
Nashville Office
Spring Agriculture WorkshopsDates, times, locations, and registration:
www.hhi.org/registration-agriculture-workshops
Spring 2014
D O Y O U R E M E M B E R the first time you were a part of a combined assembly, a conference, or gospel meeting? What about the first time you visited a Christian college and sat in chapel, hearing thousands of other voices singing together? Perhaps your youth group went to a rally with other teenagers from around the area. Maybe you simply visited another church and immediately felt a bond with your brothers and sisters in Christ even though y o u d i d n ’ t know them. In
situations like these, there seems to come a moment when the realization hits that you are a part of something bigger, something
beyond your immediate church community. This was the picture at the Women’s Conference which had over 100 attendees in India in February. Imagine, traveling hours upon hours by train, by bus, and by foot, to gather with Christian sisters you have never met. Such an occasion must come with great reason, and never before had there been one large enough. With your support, Healing Hands International was able to provide a very good reason for women across the nation of India to come and meet together. They met for a two day workshop covering two key topics: displaying the characteristics of a Christian woman and implementing Christian principals in a business setting. Guided by the Christian Business Woman’s manual, the women talked in small groups, acted out senarios, and shared in group brain storming sessions. Jackie Hill, HHI volunteer and conference instructor stated “The manual is so well done with a mix of
spiritual and business.” Women gathered from both village and city back grounds. “The connection between these women was immediate” said Linda Smith, HHI staff member and instructor at the women’s conference. “This was a networking experience that was extrememly powerful. Many women have never had an opportunity like this to connect with Christian sisters from different parts of the country over such an important matter: growing and developing their own businesses.” Not only are the women in India learning a usable skill (Prasanthi, our leader for Women Worth A Million in India teaches sewing classes), they are receiving the business education necessary to make a living from their new found expertise. Looking back on the conference, Linda said with confidence, “Women were empowered, and that is a beautiful thing.” God blew away all our expectations. Local ladies reached out to the participants who traveled from a distance by taking food to them at the hotel. Although the ladies were from different language groups, they enjoyed visiting with each other at tea breaks. The work that took place beforehand for the conference was flawless “ I was overwhelmed with the preparation done by our Indian friends” said Jackie. Thank you for your prayers during this conference. We can not wait to see where the Lord leads these women in the future!
“ THEY MET FOR A TWO DAY WORKSHOP COVERING TWO KEY
TOPICS: DISPLAYING THE CHARACTERISTICS OF A CHRISTIAN
WOMAN AND IMPLEMENTING CHRISTIAN PRINCIPALS IN A BUSINESS.”
NOT ONLY ARE WOMEN LEARNING A USABLE SKILL, THEY ARE RECEIVING THE BUSINESS EDUCATION NECESSARY TO MAKE A LIVING FROM THEIR NEW FOUND EXPERTISE.
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Women’s Business Conference in India
French, Lindsey Bernice StokeFuller, Bryan Michael and Ginger MooreGamble, Charles R. “Chuck” Jr. Charles and Rebel GambleGaskins, Billie Jo Walker Louise LacyGentry, Mary K. Mitchell GailGill, Grady Don and Carolyn ReevesGregory, Gail Ted and Cathy CollinsGrimes, Junior Ted and Cathy CollinsGurney, Alice Faye Ray and Linda SolleyGuzman, Emma Linda Betty KingHall, Faye Philip and Delores ColemanHamilton, Hattie Moore Joan Gardner
A Heart For The Nations
Philippines Report
THE ANTIOCH CHURCH OF CHRIST’S church family is by no means a typical congregation in Nashville, Tennessee. Their building sits in the center of an ethnically diverse area of the city. Refugees, immigrants, and hopefuls from all over the world now call the Antioch area their home. In weekly English classes, students from Mexico, Central/South America, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Iraq, Jordan, Yemen, Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Sudan, Eritrea, Somalia, Egypt, Iran, Korea, China, Taiwan, Burma, Vietnam, and Laos are in regular attendance. It seems as if the nations have, quite literally, been brought to their backyard, and the Antioch family is confident that God has called them to engage with and minister to this community. This church, with their heart for the nations, was especially moved when Typhoon Yolonda hit the Philippines. They believed they were called to do something, something drastic. It was decided that every penny of one of their Sunday offerings would be given to Healing Hands
International in support of the relief effort in the Philippines. When the idea was suggested, inevitable questions arose, the answers not necessarily obvious. “Will we have the funds to meet our regular obligations? Will we need to pick and choose which bills to pay this month, and last but not least, does God really expect us to give all of the contribution?
Office Administrator and Manager, Jim Taylor says “This decision was all about the faith of our Elders and the generosity of the congregation. These men clearly saw the great need following Typhoon Yolonda’s
destruction and courageously determined to offer an entire Sunday’s contribution.”
So often, our response is to ignore the nudging of the Holy Spirit. And that response was definitely an option in the Antioch church’s situation. In the end, however, the Shepherds decided we will not quiet or ignore this nudging. We will trust God with our regular obligations, and we will not worry about the bills. We have been called to act in this situation, and we will, in faith, obey.
Ironically, since that Sunday in November the church has not only been taken care of financially, but has also been blessed abundantly! Such happenings serve as evidence of God’s promise to provide when his people obey him.
A heart for the nations. What a phrase by which to be known. We are thankful to the Antioch family for embodying such a Christ-like persona and for setting an example for the family of Christ around the world.
The Relief effort continues in the Philippines. HHI sent staff member Cindy Herring to visit several affected islands and further evaluate next steps in the process of reconstruction of homes, lives, and livelihoods. As we move from the initial disaster relief phase to a more longterm, development phase, we have provided boats for men and boys seeking to regain their source of income, along with helping to rebuild several homes. We have continued to work with M.A.R.C.H. for Christ and Cebu Bible Colllege closely as they teach and minister to people with whom they have befriended during this time.
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Hardison, Hal Bill and Beverly BarronHarkins, Eleen Steve LeddyHarvill, Larry Cordell Chaffin David GallaherHarwell, Larry Sarah MatthewsHassell, Jackie Roger and Mandy MyersHazelip, Barbara John J. Bradford Harold and Helen HazelipHendrix, Arma Ray and Linda SolleyHill, Sue Betty MathisHill, Sue and James
Roger and Mandy MyersImperiale, Louis Andrew ImperialeJack, Walter White Bluff Church of ChristJames, William H. William and Vicky JamesJenkins, Luvayne Paragon Mills Church of ChristLawson, Lois Jimmie LawsonLee, Clyde and Chris George and Polly JonesLibrande, Don and Anna John and Joanne JohnsonLink, Charles Randy and Chris StegerLothridge, Tom Leslie and Betty Burroughs
Martin, Lloyd Carrol and Eunice RobertsonMathis, Jessie William Betty MathisMay, Vernon Estelle MayMcCarty, Walter Wayne KregerMcClure, Camille Bob and Nancy WebbMcCreary, Jean Jerry and Laurie TuckerMcCullough, Mack Robert and Beverly MoseleyMiller, Judy Ted and Cathy CollinsMiller, Kay Will and Carol VanceMoore, James
Wayne KregerMyers, Norman Betty MathisNeal, Willie Grey Bob and Nancy WebbNeathery, Maurice Lois NeatheryNeller, Dr. Ken Noel SmithNelson, Lynn Ronald and Lee Ann BookerOliver, Orvis and Ann Dean and Zan OliverPirtle, Phyllis Raymond PirtlePoss, Regena Charles and Norma McgheePrather, John Janet Prather
Puskas, Robert and Alice Robert J. and Nancy PuskasRaulston, Jackie Bob and Nancy WebbRieder, Andrew Thomas and Joy RussellRisks, Geneva Kenneth and Martha ParkerRobinson, Sarah Ruth CarterRobinson, Scott John T. HutchensSage, Ed Bob and Nancy WebbScarbrough, Shirley John and Cynthia Clayton Ted and Cathy Collins M A Griner Tom and Linda Henderson
O N FEBRUARY 22ND, REPRESENTATIVES OF U.S . Rotary, Thika (Kenya) Rotary, Caring for Kenya, Healing Hands International, and the Tulia, Kenya community met in Kenya to view and review it’s newest water project. Erastus Kavuti spoke on behalf of the community and Carl Burkybile spoke on behalf of Healing Hands, Caring for Kenya, and U.S.
Rotary Clubs. The group visited three new wells with 6 new kiosks and water tank stands.
The electric wiring certificates have been issued and
for the kiosks by the contractor and they
will begin the
long work of bringing electricity to these three well sites. The goal is to have electricity to at least borehole number one within the next coming weeks. Several people gave their thoughts about the impact of the water project on the community. Church leader and Caring for Kenya Coordinator Erastus Kavuti said, “The project has touched the people economically and emotionally. This project has created teamwork. The community now sees the church as a group that wants to help them. They see the project as a group of people who want to join together to help each other.” Project leader Justus Mutua said, “The community views the project as a miracle from God.“ He said, “The hope of clean water … the thought of clean water… has lifted the spirits of the community during this time of extreme drought.” With the help of the Lord, and your faithful support, 15,000 people will have clean water when the project is completed.
As I Have Done For You...
Clean Water for Eastern Kenya
A N AGRICULTURE TEAM OF SIX WAS blessed with the opportunity to travel to Haiti for a very special weeklong Agriculture project. Healing Hands International partnered with Champaign Rotary club in Illinois, and Centennial Interact Club to con-duct two different Agri-culture workshops. The material covered was typical for a HHI Agriculture workshop. This one, however, had a totally unique audience, different than any HHI workshop ever before! In the audience for these two workshops were 100+ orphans from both the Sonlight Nutrition
Center in Port-Au-Prince and Hope for Haiti’s Children’s orphanage in Cazeau. Don Reeves, HHI volunteer, said, “The work was very hard in the hot sun, but the Lord gave us the
strenghth to imitate what he has done for us. Jesus went out of the way to care for our needs, and so that’s what we wanted to do for these
children.” Carl Burkybile, HHI Agriculture Director, said “This workshop was unlike any other I’ve ever done. I’m thankful for this amazing opportunity to serve those who could never repay us back.”
“ JESUS WENT OUT OF THE WAY TO CARE FOR OUR NEEDS, AND SO THAT’S WHAT WE WANT TO
DO FOR THESE CHILDREN. ”
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World Relief News
Spring 2014
Bob and Judy Nash Don and Carolyn Perry Rudie SmithSidwell, Milton and Marie Laurie WilksSmith, Charles and Cleva Chisholm and Alyssa WaldroopSmith, Charlotte Brentwood Hills Church of ChristStanley, Geraldine George and Polly JonesSteger, Ed Kathy Bazell William and Elizabeth Bradford Seth and Pat Carmody Carlin and Barbara Cook Stan and Regina Cook Germantown Church of Christ Charles and Linda Hanson
David and Amy Hendrixson Greg and Cindy Herring Brian and Jane Hinson James and Linda Jackson Randall and Nancy Jackson Raymond and Libby Jones Paul and Susan Kelly Denton and Martha Kimbrough Claude and Marta Kinzer Johnny and Vicki Markham Teresa Packard Don and Martha Peck James and Joretta Rickaway Bob and Cindy Rieder Malcolm and Madolyn Rives Herman and Patricia Roberson Ruth Rose Noel and Linda Tallon R.F. and L. Travis Stuart and Donna Yancy
Sweeney, Janice Philip and Delores Coleman Will and Carol VanceTemple, Joan Loy and Ellen FulfordTemple, Steve Linda L. CastlemanThomas, Ann Betty MathisThompson, Dot Bill and Beverly BarronTodd, Muril Tip and Joyce Curd Erwin Church of Christ The Hurst TrustTotty, Mr. and Mrs. W. Houston William and Helen TottyTravis, Tom Michael and Ginger Moore
Tucker, Maria JJ and Alisa Van DykeTurner, B.J. Betty MathisVaughn, Robert Bob and Nancy WebbWaldroop, Rudy Chisholm and Alyssa WaldroopWalker, Dot Ted and Cathy CollinsWalker, Sandra Steve and Brenda FrostWalker, Weldon and Anna Hillda ScribnerWallace, Tacita Carolyn BarnesWarden, Sherry Linda CherryWatson, Sharon
Wayne KregerWeed, Brad George and Elizabeth WeedWhited, Albert Burton and Sandra WhitedWidner, Virginia Ray and Linda SolleyWilliams, Don Betty MathisWilliams, Houston Joe and Jane GeorgeWilson, Forrest Thursday Ladies Bible ClassWilson, Linda Ruth CarterWoods, Dawn and Leota Rondall WoodsZumwalt, Amy Huffman Donald and Peggy Huffman
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HONOR GIFTSGifts were given in honor of the followingOctober 1, 2013 – February 28, 2014. Donors are in light-face type.
Agee, Marie Frank and Lizzie GillAllen, Sid Douglas PetersAndrews, Jim and Margie Comer and Anne DonnellArmistead, Amanda Charles and Rebel GambleArmistead, Theus and Pat Charles and Rebel GambleBennie, Laurie
Amanda BrazierBranch, Charles Sr. Betty CloudBrandon, Polly Patti JonesBuller, Butch John and Linda GrudleByrd, Jim and Barbara Anonymous DonorClausen, Howard and Alice Andrew and Pam ClausenDailey, Mary and Clarence Thomas and Suzanne HardemanDenton, Julia Douglas DyeEpps, Susan Linda EppsFarris, Jean Dwight and Sheila Farris
Farris, Kenneth and Wanda Barry and Martha FarrisGanus, Dr. Cliff Jackson Purchase Broadcast Co.Goolsby, David James and Helen CostelloHackney, Pat Henrietta BradfordHames, Harry James and Helen CostelloHayes, William and Joyce Anonymous DonorHazelip, Barbara Gena ReedHealing Hands International Staff Betty MathisHeard, Mr. and Mrs. Charles James and Marynelle CriswellHeard, Mr. and Mrs. Scott
James and Marynelle CriswellHeard, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen James and Marynelle CriswellHeffington, David and Nancy Joe and Judy RobersonHill, Jackie Moody and Harriet Barrentine Barbara Etter Marie Hogan Mildred Hughes Betty Jackson Kay Raskopf Wayland and Linda Smith Annie TomlinHinds, Gene and Helen Jared JonesHucke, Kay Bill and Sharon MoodyJohnston, Ben
Loretta WheelerKimble, David Greg and Cindy HerringLangenberg, Wayne and Glenda Howard and Janice RosserLattimore, Suzanne Richard and Martha Hopkins John and Karan SmithMarcum, Viola Dale and Phyllis PhillipsMathis, Betty Emily Boone Nola Smith Fred and Faye StroopMcClung, Paul Robert and Rebecca McClungMcCormick, Mary and Andrew Mary BowlesMcIntosh, Mr. and Mrs. George
THE WORLD’S YOUNGEST NATION is in urgent need of help: our help. South
Sudan, which less than three years ago
was celebrating its independence,
entered into a civil war in mid December and
there looks to be no end in sight.
More than 1,000,000 people have been
forced from their villages by violence,
hunger, and thirst. Another 250,000 have
sought refuge in neighboring countries,
including Uganda, Ethiopia, and Kenya,
where they wait. Many have traveled
days without food or clean water.
Toby Lanzer, UN official coordinating
humanitarian aid in the country, reports
“South Sudan needs international aid in the
next 60 days [during the pre-rainy season
window] or it will face the worst starvation
in Africa since the 1980’s, when hundreds
of thousands of people died in famine.”
Elizabeth Harrison,who works in the region,
agrees. She, along with her husband and
two young daughters, decided to evacuate
their family from the area in late December.
She says, “The political crisis escalated
far faster than anyone imagined it would.
Granted, no one has ever claimed this is
the most stable part of the world, but a full
blown rebel movement in force across half
the country practically overnight? I did not
see that one coming.” She confirms the
struggle of the South Sudanese. “The UN did
another food distribution that was close to half
of what the refugees normally get, just lentils
and o i l . There is no more food to give,
and people are hungry.”
A press release by the UN’s World Food
Programme states “The continued
conflict, combined with the onset of the
rainy season has made it difficult to reach
many people in need. The relief effort has
been further hampered by a severe lack
of funds”.
There is simply not enough food to
go around. The World Food Programme
(WFP) and United Nations Refugee
agency (UNHCR) warn that millions of
lives will be in danger during the coming
months unless urgent action is taken to
support South Sudanese civilians who
are struggling to survive.
In spite of the conflict, Elizabeth says,
“There is hope. There is a lot of fear
still too. But there is real hope. For now
though, in this sea of unknowns, we wait
patiently. More patiently on some days than
others, but nonetheless we wait. And pray.”
We join the Harrisons in praying for God’s
mighty intervention in this dire situation.
Healing Hands International is initially
purchasing regionally available food,
which will be delivered by our contacts
in Uganda and Ethiopia. In addition,
we have decided to partner with Meals
From The Heartland in Des Moines, Iowa to
send a container of pre-packaged meals
to South Sudan. If you would like to be
involved with this project or have questions,
please contact Joseph Smith at 615-832-
2000. Any checks going toward this effort
may be made to Healing Hands Interna-
tional with “South Sudan Food Crises”
written in the memo line.
In l ight of the violence and conflict,
Healing Hands International decided in
December 2013 to move our water well
dril l ing rig from South Sudan to Uganda.
Conflict in South Sudan
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Lucille Bowe-StellingwerfMcKay, Guilford and Faye Donald RiceMcLeon, Mrs. Ruby Michael and Virginia MossMeahaffey, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Lucille Bowe-StellingwerfMiller, Abegail Kenny Alan and Pam MillerMorgan, Charles and Margie Kelsie PowellMorrison, Geri William MorrisonMoss, Michael and Virginia Howard and Janice RosserNeller, Sarah Rummage Jan CrowderNierman, Steve and Jane
Wilbern and Mary Nell GardnerParrott, Chris and Marian Connie BoxPaul, Diane and Chris Mark ToneyPettus, Carole Jerry and Dianne Griffith Pounders, Jim and Carolyn Gary and Amy PoundersRadnor Church of Christ John and Barbara WrightRoberts, Jamie Howell Jeffrey PriceRosser, Howard and Janice Michael and Virginia MossRowan, Andy and Laura Charles Pittman
Russell, Linda and Dennis Mary BowlesSchaffner, Dr. and Mrs. Leroy Randall SchaffnerScott, Todd Frank and Susan BradfordSekers, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Michael and Virginia MossSemore, Melanie Jerry and Dorothy EscueShelton, Carol Elinor HardisonSmith, Joseph Eddie and Johelen LeeSmith, Linda Don and Kathy RoseSmith, Megan Wayland and Linda Smith
Smith, Sara Fred and Faye StroopSolley, Bobbie Carl and Patricia SlateSolley, Ray and Linda Frank and Robin BarkerSteger, Randy James and Helen CostelloSwanson, Davin Frank and Susan BradfordTroup, Chad and Laura Ellis and Barbara CoatWard, Jim and Deana Rodney and Susan DollinsWhiman, Martha Marsha HerndonWhite, Phil Cui White
White, Phil and Amy Phillip and Nancy EichmanWhite, Ron and Donna Mark SimmonsWhittington, Judy Eric Chandler WhittingtonWilliams, Greg and Suzy William and Laura McBrayerWilliams, Patsy Linda Kelly
Disruptions“I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord….” And, HIS plans are always better than our own!!
On March 8, I left for a 2-week stay in Haiti along with two different teams of teachers who traveled with me. Plans had been made. Activities had been prepared. The two weeks had been carefully mapped out to work with children and model for teachers in two different schools. Both teams were ready. Disruption, however, was the word for both teams during the two weeks. From absent teachers due to no pay,
to national exam days, to miscommunications between prin-cipals and directors, Satan’s disruptions became God’s perfect plan. Every plan we had made was disrupted. Every activity we prepared had to be changed. But, every single disruption we encountered turned into a plan to glorify God.
We worked with teachers rather than children and important relationships were built. We gave support to unpaid teachers and trust was strengthened. We built community where none had existed and friendships were made. Teachers at Ganthier and Santo are growing. Children at both schools are thriving. And…to God be the glory.
”…plans to prosper you and not harm you…” Thank you, God,
for plans and even more for the disruptions in those plans. By Dr. Bobbie Solley, Director of International Education
“ EVERY SINGLE DISRUPTION WE ENCOUNTERED TURNED INTO A
PLAN TO GLORIFY GOD. ”
M.A.G.I.News The blessing is that the box is given to a child, the child takes it back to the family, and somehow, the word of God enters their home. This year was no exception as we heard of children growing up receiving the M.A.G.I. boxes and along with the continuous, day in and day out ministry of the church, those boxes have truly made a godly impact on young lives. As many would agree, this project opens a door for children and their parents to experience the love of Christ. As we kick off yet another year of M.A.G.I., please know that your gifts are making a difference, one young life at a time. If you or your church would like to become involved with this project, or if you need our pre printed cardboard boxes, please contact Cindy Herring at 615.832.2000 or Doug Fair at 817.536.3383.
Did you know? Healing Hands International has computers available for your domestic or international ministry, church, or organization. If you or someone you know may be interested, please call the Nashville office at 615-832-2000.
The amazing thing about a M.A.G.I. box is that the actual blessing of the box doesn’t have anything to do with what is inside (although we DO so appreciate your thoughtfulness as you pack your boxes!).
