Ok friends and family. I must say, I am very sorry that I have yet to be able to post anything substantial on here. My older brother's blogging skills have put me to shame. My access to internet has been much more infrequent than I thought it would be. The few minutes that I've had here and there I've been shooting emails to my parents and quickly replying to others. So if you want to get a hold of me, emailing kgdonahoe@unc.edu would be your best bet!
I am disappointed that I haven't been able to share any stories with you guys, but I'm beginning to think that I may use this blog as I get home and begin processing through things I've learned, people I've encountered, and experiences I've had - so be patient with me and stay tuned.
I do want to fill you guys in a little bit about how I've been doing and what you can be praying for.
I've been in Africa 3 weeks so far - 2 in Bulembu, Swaziland and 1 in Mamelodi, South Africa (with the team from my church in Chapel Hill). Honestly, I had a pretty difficult first two weeks. A combination of personal struggles in my relationship with the Lord and issues I wrestled with in Bulembu caused me to have a pretty dry and discouraging introduction to Africa. I know that God has A LOT in store for me to learn and see and do while I'm here, but I won't be fake with you and say things haven't been incredible thus far. However, being in Mamelodi and serving alongside the Powerhouse church has been good for my soul. I think God has slowly been preparing my heart and warming me up to the incredible things He wants to teach me.
If you think about it, please pray...
- that I would be intent on staying in the word and in prayer individually
- that the Holy Spirit would continue to soften my heart and keep me sensitive to what the Lord is saying to me and wanting to teach me
- that I would really KNOW the Lord intimately
-for spiritual and physical protection over me and my team
- for the town of Bulembu...that God would continue to bring physical and spiritual restoration to that place and light a fire in His church there
- for the township of mamelodi and the powerhouse church...that God would continue to bring His kingdom here through this church and that His people would be encouraged.
God is good.
I love you all.
Hopefully much more to come soon!!!
Blessings
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Good to hear from you. I admire your courage and spirit! Africa is not easy! Having been there for a short time, I know how hard it can be to see and experience so much at once! Know that we love you and are praying for you, too! Can't wait to see you this summer. Love, Rita
ReplyDeleteI will also pray for you.
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