The Faith of a Child

“Mommy, I’m a policeman!” Joshua paused his ‘siren’ just long enough to explain why shrill wails were echoing around the house. “Hold out your hand!” he commanded. “Why?” I asked. “Because I’m a policeman and I give out airplane tickets, I’m gonna’ give you an airplane ticket!” Oh, to have the faith of a child, that when one needs an airplane ticket, someone will just give you one! J On that note we are happy to report that we have recently received two offerings that together will almost cover the cost of our tickets back to Chad. While we are still trusting God for other needs, we are humbled and grateful at His faithful provision once again. Our time in the States has been made possible by generous gifts from many of you… some of the ways God has provided for us here: a low-cost minivan rental from a ministry called CMTS, Joshua attending pre-school for less than normal tuition at Maple Grove preschool, Mom and Dad Groff opening their home for us to live with them (with two toddlers and a newborn, that was a pretty brave thing!!) boys winter clothes from friends at church, lots of stuff for Marianna – everything we need for her! - and that is not to mention those of you who have given financially in order to meet our other needs. Thank you ALL very much for allowing God to use you in this way!

2 Corinthians 9:8-12 And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that you may always have enough of everything and may provide in abundance for every good work. As it is written, "He scatters abroad, he gives to the poor; his righteousness endures for ever." He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your resources and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way for great generosity, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God; for the rendering of this service not only supplies the wants of the saints but also overflows in many thanksgivings to God.

We are delighted to announce the birth of Marianna Wanjiku, who was born Feb. 21st, 2006. She has two proud big brothers who are happy to show off their little sister and give her lots of kisses. We are very thankful for her safe arrival, and Mom’s quick recovery. We adults realize we’re now outnumbered in the family, and are having lots of fun! J

CHAD: You may have read in the news that there has been a coup attempt and some unrest and rebel activities in Chad. The presidential elections are scheduled for May 3^rd, and we would appreciate your prayers for the peace of this nation God has called us to. We have spoken to our staff there and other friends, and things are calm now but obviously there is a lot of tension leading up to the elections. Our Discipleship Training School there began in February. Please pray for Mirom, as she is leading the school, and also for the students, that they would grow deeper in their relationship with God and be bolder in the witness for him. They will be leaving on outreach the beginning of May. Considering the current situation in Chad we would appreciate special prayers for safe travel for the outreach team, and for protection for us as a family as we return. We plan to travel back to Chad on May 10th. Please pray with us that we would have our complete airfare by the end of April, and also some finances to travel with, as we will need to “set up house” there since we will be moving into an unfurnished home. If you’d like to give specifically to either of these items, please get in touch with us.

Moses had the opportunity to go to Haiti for a weeklong ministry trip in January. As an African missionary, he had the opportunity to challenge the Haitian church that they too have an inheritance in missions. His French came in handy on that trip, as well. J

Moses has also been kept busy with preaching and teaching invitations here in the States as well. We are glad for these opportunities to encourage the body of Christ here in the US, as well as share about what God is doing in Chad.

Until all have heard,

Moses, Jo, Joshua, Zachary & Marianna