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| Gonzaga Christopher Byomire, Coordinator overseeing Kingdom View |
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Over the last few weeks Christopher, the Kingdom View
coordinator has been sending us status reports on Uganda. We wanted to
let you know what is happening. There are less than 120 cases of COVID-19
in Uganda and no deaths so far. Incoming flights are not allowed into the
country at this time, so we are postponing our return until things become
clearer.
The staff (guards, housing and grounds maintenance) are
all showing up to work even though the country is locked down until at
least May 14th which may be extended. The president is not allowing any
cars to move around without special permits. Christopher tells us people
walk to the market or grocery stores but can't use taxis, boda bodas
(motorcycles) or private vehicles unless they are essential personnel.
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All staff live next door or within easy walking
distance to Kingdom View. Christopher is not far but we have given him
the option of working from home. But he comes by 3-4 times during the
week to pray with the staff and make sure the facility is in great shape.
Currently he is working on a database for the ministry so everything is
integrated along with encouraging people on social media.
We all look forward to the time when the university opens
and we can resume cooking classes, movie night discussions, face to face
career counseling, Bible studies and one on one discipleship. God is on
the throne and we know He has got this. We just need to persevere
and exhibit the fruits of the spirit.
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Our desire is to
continue to be a light on the hill even if we encourage people through
electronic means. Our mission is to help people see things from
God's perspective rather than worldly views that lead to bondage.
We don't know when the government will allow the
universities to reopen, but we are being creative in how we comfort,
encourage and disciple through social media and online means. Christopher
and Margaret continue to do career counseling using WhatsApp and email.
Christopher reports that the staff is meeting on a regular basis to pray and encourage each other. We are maintaining the staff payroll and appreciate all of you and your continued support of the ministry during this tough time. Since March 1st, our donations are down 73% from last year and any assistance is greatly appreciated.
Christopher reports that the staff is meeting on a regular basis to pray and encourage each other. We are maintaining the staff payroll and appreciate all of you and your continued support of the ministry during this tough time. Since March 1st, our donations are down 73% from last year and any assistance is greatly appreciated.
With grateful hearts and prayers for all,
Mark and Margaret