Graceland School and Lucy Mburu Update in Kenya
by Pastor Jerry Theckston
Greetings in the Glorious Name of the Lord Jesus dear friends! We are so thankful for those of you who faithfully pray and hold up these dear children and volunteers that support the feeding program and education of young children in the slums of Kenya!
Thank you too for not forgetting about their practical needs that are as basic as day to day survival! They are so important to God that Jesus said, " whatever you do for one of the least of these, brothers and sisters of mine, you did for Me!" Matthew 25:40
Our overall support each month is for Graceland School- 120 kids plus staff, $1300/month; Scholarship fund (for Amson and Bukura schools) to help pay the school fees for children who would otherwise have to drop out ($350/month); a Western Kenyan church and community (pastor Festus Kimwele) - supplying food for dozens who are in the midst of drought and starvation ($500/ month); and today's special focus, Lucy Mburu who works with and orphanage, young college volunteers and the elderly ($100 / month + $300 / month from a gift outside of our missions budget)! May our God bless you and supply all of your needs out of His riches in Christ Jesus! Phil. 4:19
Below are Lucy's latest correspondence (we try to leave the writing just as we receive it):
Dear Dad, Mum Sue and Team.
Thank you so very much for writing to me Dad, I highly appreciate. I am writing to you as I'm about to leave to spend time with kids today. Most of them are at home because they have closed schools and others are still having their final exams which will end in two weeks time.
Thank you Dad for the question you have raised about my ministry. I'm always encouraged that you always hold my hand as I serve Jesus. It is very humbling and I really appreciate.
My visit to children takes place on a daily. I always make sure I monitor daily activities with the Matron of the children's home.
I set aside money for shopping fresh produce which I budget for the entire month.
I also set aside money for emergency cases which children might need for medical attention and school transport.
The funds you send us is very helpful Dad. I always make sure I account for every shilling since I know its the Lord's money. Although I send you photos and reports of my physical contact with kids every end month, God has enabled me to serve in managing and running the home.
The children need more attention and care as well.
The children's ministry is full time for me, I monitor every activity on daily basis.
I make arrangements on their meals, where they sleep, sanitation and their schooling and every day activities around their home.
I coordinate with the matron, the lady who clean is also the one who cook for them and I pay her every end of the month.
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Even though I'm not there physically everyday, I manage their home.
I also attend meetings at the ministry of children department to try get more donors, scholarship and sponsers for them.
Recently, God did a miracle. One of the neighborhood has a land that has not been constructed. He allowed us to be tilling the land as vegetable garden instead of purchasing. I purchased seedlings yesterday and today we shall be planting the vegetables, God has been coming through for us in mysterious ways.
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I visit Abraham every weekend for the entire month, if I do not go on Saturday I go on Sunday. Out of the funds you send us, I pay my bills and that of my mum. I have actually taken soft loan for the month of October since I was straining, I used it to go to hospital and pay doctor who treated Abraham. The transport and price of commodities is high but through God's grace and faithfulness we have been managing.
My daily ministry activities are always centered around these children, Elderly Abraham and the young college youths I mentor. The collage youth need encouragement too and guidance I meet them every week on Thursday in the evening after their lessons and classes.
Please keep praying for me that God will multiply the funds I receive and that he shall meet us all at the point of our needs. Let me inform you Dad that the funds you send us does wonders, if it's reduced I will strain more as I already have many needs lined up that need care for these children and ministry.
May Jesus bless you abundantly for always encouraging me to serve with zeal no matter the circumstances. I am so humbled and greatful. I warmly receive your hug and greetings Dad. I will pass your regards to Mum , Abraham and kids. Please greet Mum Sue too and the team.
Today after the visit I will share with you the report.
Most humbled daughter and friend
Lucy
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