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I’m Precious to Jesus Campaign SA Project Overview

In a country where BEE (Black Economic Empowerment) is one of the most important programs, approximately 4 times more people are raped each year than people who graduate with a High School diploma (Matric). The rape issue in South Africa has spread throughout the country […]

As we draw close to the end of 2013

One afternoon, I went for a walk by the beach. As I walked through the market area, an old black man shouted at me. “I’m going to fight you.” I smiled back at him and said, “Why would you fight me?” His response was epic. […]

2013 Grade R Graduation

Abohna has graduated from preschool and he is going to primary school from Jan 2014.

Big Juicy Russian Sausages – Zola Christmas/Closing Party

We decided to treat our children in Zola this year for our Christmas/closing party. As we serve these children in SA, more we realize (before we try to change them) it is our responsibility to provide safe and loving environment for them to learn about […]

4…. I repeat…. 4 Awards for Papama

When I was running around looking for a school for Papama outside of the black township last year, admission officers from other high schools warned me to expect a 20% drop in Papama’s grade.  On top of that she switched from Afrikaans classes (her primary […]

A forbidden fruit: A DVD player

When I was in high school, the Walkman was a thing to lust after. If you are old enough, then you know those ones with the shiny and sturdy metal cases and refined mechanical noises with electronically activated cassette heads (not mechanical pressed in buttons). […]

Lesotho Campaign – I’m Precious to Jesus

With the wide spread of HIV/AIDS (third highest in the world), Lesotho is one of the poorest countries. With the partnership between Africa Theological College students and World Vision Lesotho, we took a big step towards protecting children from rape and abuse. Hundreds of people […]

“Hi hellen ilvu imicu” – Zimasa on WhatsApp

“Lord, may this child live in your presence. May this child experience the abundance of your love. May this child receive fullness of your grace. Lord, remember this child as your servant’s own.” Zimasa is one of our Zola youth. She moved away to Atlantis […]

‘Ah’ for Apple has worked!

This year, missionary Jaemin invited to guide the teachers from 25 Khayelithsa preschools with Montessori skills.  We decided on phonics for the year’s training.  Helen led monthly seminars and Ms. Wendy and Pinky visited the preschools every Tuesday.  It was a great blessing for Ms. […]