Mmm, Mmm Good!

Bake Sale
Date: Saturday April 4th- Sunday April 5th
Location: Refuge CCHB

Stop by for a treat!!

The Countdown has begun...

With dates set and plans made, Uganda is a mere four months away! Now more than ever PRAYER is so important. Please join me in praying for the following:

- A safe and blessed visit to Uganda (August 3rd-28th)
- Me to be open to God’s plans during this trip and the future
- New Hope Uganda (the staff and children)
- Calvary Chapel Uganda (the staff and congregation)
- Continued trust in God to provide all that I need
(mental & physical preparation, financial support, etc.)
- For the Calvary Chapel Downey team I will joining (3rd-17th)

Divine Appointments

Patsy Balinda, Capt. Daniel Musinguzi, Me, Barry Kashambo

Divine Appointment
[di-vahyn uh-point-muh nt]
–noun
A meeting set for a specific time or place proceeding from God
Origin:
From Latin dīvīnus apoynt(e)ment
Example:
Helen has encountered numerous divine appointments, further confirming her call to Uganda.
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Two weeks ago I had the privilege of meeting Barry Kashambo, Patsy Balinda, and Captain Daniel Musinguzi of Uganda. Though they were here on business, the Lord blessed me with their fellowship and friendship throughout the week. I look forward to keeping in touch with them and seeing them again this summer in Uganda!

Up Next: Prayer

My Announcement!

Headed to Africa

Katie Burke interviews Helen

Question #1: Africa? Really?
Yep! Can you believe it? I know I have certaintly questioned the Lord a time or two throughout this process. Africa? Really? Just like Moses I have put my fears and inadequacies before the Lord but He has answered back "GO".


Question #2: When did you know you wanted to go?
Well, when I wanted to go and when I knew I was going were two different dates. I have been praying about missions for a couple of years, but I knew I was going to Africa when the Lord spoke to me at a special service back in October. However, I had some anxiety about being called and it was not until recently that I was ready to answer the call.


Question #3: When do you think you will go?
Summer 2009. There are a couple possibilities, so I am praying and seeking the Lord's guidance on when to go. *Prayer Point*


Question #4: What did your family say when you told them?
Awesome! We want to go too! I have a very supportive and wonderful family.


Question #5: Are you afraid of bugs?
I am not afraid of bugs, as long as they are not on me! Now snakes and spiders are another story!! But I have been assured that I will probably not see any snakes, but knowing my luck I am going to see lots of them.


Question #6: What will you be doing there?
Seeing if and where the Lord wants me to serve!! I hope to visit New Hope Uganda, Calvary Chapel Kampala, friends in Kampala and Entebbe, and friends/ministries in Nairobi, Kenya.

Question #7: How long will you stay?
For this first trip, one month. Most of the time I will be in Uganda, but also in Nairobi, Kenya to visit friends and ministries there. I feel the Lord calling me to full time ministry so I am excited to see where God guides me.


Question #8: Do they have a Bank of the West there?

No, but I think this is a grand opportunity for branch expansion!

Question #9: Where's the nearest Target?
Unfortunaly there are no Target stores in Uganda and sadly I read that Target is not pursuing expanding internationally. However, I do believe the closest geographic location would be Miami, Florida.

Question #10: Can I come with you?
Sure! Check with my travel agent. His name is Jesus and he can be reached anywhere, anytime!

Question #11: Will you have to celebrate Kwanza?
I do not think so... I think it is more of an American tradition.

Stay tuned for the next Post:

"Divine Appointments"