An African Village Church

You all have been praying for us. We have known and sensed it in our hearts! Thank you. We are so grateful for your carrying us and being a part of what Jesus is doing this Holy Week in Arua, Uganda. Allow us just to update you on how Jesus is answering your prayers. We did go to Nebbi this last Saturday to meet with a Pastor Cosmas and the pastoral leadership from several other churches. Pastor Cosmas’ story is really quite fascinating as he planted an evangelical church and then as God began to bless the ministry, several other independent churches in the area approached him about their becoming affiliated with his church. The loose affiliation has grown to six churches and thus with representatives from all six being there on Saturday, we meet with approximately twenty-four leaders.They greeted us very warmly with the large banana stalks and balloons decorating the front of the church building (an “obvious” indication it was a very special occasion). The day was full with tag-team preaching and teaching, trying to encourage their hearts as well as give them a better understanding of who we are as World Gospel Mission/Africa Gospel Church. While we felt like Jesus really helped us, we are also becoming quite aware that we are birthing a new ministry and none of us have done this before.

We are excited about Pastor Cosmas and his assistant pastor, Benson Omre and all the potential that they have reaching the men and women of Nebbi, Uganda. Truth be told though, we need your help. We are not sure of what the next step is for following up with them and their fellow pastors. Many of you are preparing your heart in some way for Easter…whether through fasting of some sort, a special devotional reading, or attending additional services this week. We were just wondering if you would be willing to say a quick prayer for us and for Cosmas and Benson as you sit down for your devotions or on your way to church. Whatever Jesus has for all of us will be good and we believe He wants to use your prayers. Thank you for partnering with us and we consider it a privilege to celebrate Easter with you via the Spirit of Jesus. Hallelujah! Praise God Forever!