A Few Thoughts About Today – From The Team

A Few Thoughts About Today – From The Team

As I sit to write this blog post, I’m realizing that I’m a bit too emotional and moved to put this entire story into words just yet.  It’s impossible to summarize what it was like to see Levincent (a boy born with paralytic polio) in his wheel chair smiling once again – let alone meeting his little brothers (Omega, Odrine and Omiza). 

Thanks to World Vision, Brian & I now sponsor Omega, Odrine is sponsored by my Aunt & Uncle and Omiza is registered (awaiting sponsorship). Levincent and his family have grown dear to me since I met them on the Moyo Countryside 3.5 years ago. I owe great thanks to World Vision for making it possible to make a difference in his life and I owe even greater thanks to God’s grace for the strength and courage Levincent has taught me. In May 2010, he was put in my path “by accident” and he has been upon my heart ever since – this past year, as I battled cancer and won I see now how he has done so much more for me than I could ever do for him.

God bless,

 - Eli

We saw the incredible impact that clean water has on a community. We visited a spot where a family had been gathering water prior to the bore hole coming to their community. World Vision is doing marvelous things in Moyo and across all Zambia.

 - Kip

The Word says that wherever two or more are gathered, the Lord is with them. Over the last week, we have been surrounded by hundreds and hundreds of brothers and sisters in Christ and the Word has truly come alive as the Holy Spirit has moved amongst us. It’s a blessing to see the many facets of God reflected in all the people made in His image. I will forever remember this experience.

-       Rebekah

We have had several great days in Zambia, and most recently have seen the wonderful works World Vision has done for the Moyo community …..a new secondary schools, clean water, a goat sharing cooperative etc.  Today is the day I’ve been waiting for! Judy and I get to meet our sponsored child, Mercy Simuyamba.  Mercy lives with her parents and 4 siblings.  Her father and mother are farmers.  They struggle to provide for their family.  Despite their efforts it is difficult for them to meet family needs.  It will be a dream come true to finally meet her in a couple of hours to tell her in person that we care for her and pray to Jesus that He will provide for her family and He will bless them with peace and comfort during difficult times.

To Ted and my family:  I miss you and can’t wait to see you!

-       Meg

It is amazing to see the smiles and joy being shared in the community.  There is so much celebration in the communities for what they have.   The CPC and World Vision partnership is truly transforming the community with the participation of the community working together.  I am surprised to the degree of the impact with the opportunity for kids to go to high school, for villages to have clean water, and for bicycles to go to school or work.  There is so much love and joy in this community, and now there is a high degree of hope.  I am so glad to participate, and see the great work firsthand.

- Ryan

This trip has been amazing.   We have learned so much about ourselves as well as the people in the rural village of Moyo, Zambia, We have spent several days visiting them,  assisted by our guides at World Vision, who work hand in hand with them, day to day.  Although the ADP is in the early stages, the progress is noticeable and measurable already. It is so impressive to see these people so filled with love, hope, and gratitude, despite the extreme poverty and hardships they face everyday.  It is very humbling for all of us.  I am looking forward to meeting my Meg and my sponsored child, Mercy, today, and developing a relationship with her, and her family.  

I do wish they had diet mountain dew here.  I did not realize how much of my energy is tied to it!  LOL 

 - Judy

Even in this most distant location, the boundless glory of God shines through. The beauty of the land and people never cease to amaze me. And even through all the difficulties of their lives, and while they are grateful for the assistance provided by World Vision, they are the first to pray for our well-being, for the safety and prosperity of our families, our businesses and our safe journey home. How people who have so little, can remain full of joy and hope, is truly a lesson for us all. God be with everyone.

 - Brian