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Getting a taste of East Africa in LA

You are cordially invited...

OUCH!!!!

Another step closer on the Road to Uganda. This one included seven shots with a few to go. Wohoo!

Leaving on a Jet Plane

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only 60 days until I leave!

Things have been busy lately, but very exicting:

1) So very close to being completely funded. Just a mere 9% ($348) left to go

2) Dates are set and tickets are bought. I received my flight schedule last week, it is so exhilirating and scary at the same time.

Please continue to pray for:

- The children and staff of New Hope I will be working with

- Logistics and preparations of the trip

- a construction worker to be able to join the Downey team

- the Downey team ( it is down to two other girls and myself)

Thank you for all your support and prayers!!! I am still amazed that God is letting me do this and I am beyond blessed that I get to share it with you all.

Mission Commission

A Time of Worship and Prayer

Saturday May 16th
(this weekend)

6:30-8:30pm

Calvary Chapel Downey

Fellowship Hall
12808 Woodfruff Ave.

Downey, CA 90242

What a weekend!

Praise Reports:

• It did not rain, so...........


• The Garage Sale was awesome! We raised $810! Thank you to all who helped and donated AND Prayed!!
  
• The Ferguson Four (who are leaving for full time missions in Kenya) also had a fundraiser this weekend and raised more funds needed for their move! God is so good.


• I am very, very close to being fully funded for the trip!! Only $693 left to go.
  
  Prayer Requests:


• My brother in-law passed away on Friday morning quite suddenly. Please pray for my sister, nephew, and all of the family.
• Four year old Daniel, a boy at New Hope Uganda, is in the hospital with cerebral malaria
• The official title to the land and Ugandan staff of New Hope's Musana Camp.


• For continued guidance as I start to prepare for the logistics of the trip.

I would like to give special thanks to all of those who directly helped with the Garage Sale:

Bernie & Steve Rothert & Family, The Banoczi Family, The Maloney Family, Nikki Madigan, Katie Burke, Amber O'Brien, Jonathan Stoner, Dina Iskander, Sonya Lazo, Michelle Williamson, and all those who prayed for God's provision ... and no rain :D

Rain, Rain

Rain, Rain Go Away!

I just read that it is suppose to rain Friday night/Saturday morning...Oh no! Please pray that it holds off until after the garage sale.

Blessings!

Garage Sale

When:

Saturday, May 2nd


Where: 219 West Utica, Huntington Beach


Why: Fundraiser for Uganda Mission Trip


How:

1. Pray


2. Help Out at Sale*


3. Donate Items*

*email or call for more information


Click Here for Map:
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&tab=wl&q=219%20west%20utica%20huntington%20beach%20ca

I'm Waiting

I’m sure there are few people who can’t relate to this song, but the important thing to remember while we’re waiting on God is to not just wait but to actively wait. Serve, worship and be faithful with what you have, where you are… “even while (you) wait.” - John Waller

I’m waiting
I’m waiting on You, Lord
And I am hopeful
I’m waiting on You, Lord
Though it is painful
But patiently, I will wait

I will move ahead, bold and confident
Taking every step in obedience
While I’m waitingI will serve You
While I’m waitingI will worship
While I’m waitingI will not faint
I’ll be running the race
Even while I wait

I’m waiting
I’m waiting on You, Lord
And I am peaceful
I’m waiting on You, Lord
Though it’s not easy
But faithfully, I will wait
Yes, I will wait

I will serve You while I’m waiting
I will worship while I’m waiting
I will serve You while I’m waiting
I will worship while I’m waiting
I will serve You while I’m waiting
I will worship while I’m waiting on You, Lord

Psalm 5:3, 27:14, 33:20, 37:7, 38:15, 40:1, Isaiah 30:18, Lamentations 3:24

Thumbs Up

I have received official approval from work

to take the month of August off

for the trip to Uganda !

What a blessing and confirmation.

Thank you for all of your prayers & support.

Stay Tuned for: “These shoes were made for walking”

Praise God!

The bake sale was a HUGE success this past weekend raising :

$1400.00

My Thanks to:

- God for all that He supplied.

- Everyone who helped bake and serve!!

- Diana Olague for video editing

- All who bought and ate the goodies.

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"