From angie

Yesterday we went to a remote village to dedicate a bore hole. I assumed that certainly they were already using it and our dedication would be a formality. But when we arrived, it was covered in plastic with 2 balloons tied to it. They waited until we arrived to use the precious water. They practice patience far better than I do! The women and children led us to the bore hole with singing and dancing. I wish you all could have experienced seeing the look of joy on their faces when the water - cool, clean water - came gushing out. This single bore hole will provide water for 700 families or 6000 people. What an impact the generosity of AFUMC has had on these people. The dedication ceremony was a wonderful evangelism tool as the pastor said that there are currently only 10 members of the church. But many were at the dedication ceremony who heard God's praises over and over. I pray through this gift of water and the church that will soon be built there many come to know the love of Jesus. I can see and am convinced of the wonderful work that is being done, but the question that nags at me is : what is the next step for this village? How do we walk alongside them in the future to help them further better their lives in Jesus' name? I will be looking for and praying about the answers to these questions. May we truly continue to offer hope. Pastor Angie