South Africa Team

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Archive for June 22nd, 2009

First day in Mozambique

Jun 22

Posted by Maranatha in Brian Trainer, Team Updates

Mozambique-1675The team is all doing well. Today starts a ten day adventure in Mozambique. During that time we will have no Internet connection, so no news will be good news. Yesterday morning the team reviewed the blessings of the first week. It was good to hear of the things that God was doing in the hearts of the team. The investment that is being made is an internal one in their hearts as God uses this to impact their lives. This morning we ran a hilly 10K (men) and a 5K (women). All survived. The gals stayed together as a team for the most part. (One gal decided to take four scenic stops to empty the contents of her stomach that were seemingly slowing her down). The guys all finished in “good” time, with the team leader in front of the pack (though several older folks with their walkers finished well in front of us). The Lord has been good in many ways which can only be communicated in person. Thank you for your prayers and support. The team wishes all of our fathers a Happy Fathers Day!

Mr. Trainer

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Brazil 3, USA 0

Jun 22

Posted by Maranatha in Steven Munyon

Soccer-448Hi from the cameraman!
We have had so much fun in the past few days. Yesterday we went to the soccer game. Or futbol if you’re not an American. It was amazing! The stadium was huge. We had great seats and a clear view of everything. When we entered the gate, I was asked if I was media. Sadly, I had to say no. Between Angela, Leanna, and myself we took almost 500 pictures! Those two got a lot of practice at using the zoom lens. I got a few decent shots of Brazil scoring on the USA. There really were no pictures of the USA doing anything decent. There was one good shot of the USA goalie making a save. It was so much fun. Oh, and can someone tell Ryan Barrie sorry, but I wore the South Africa jersey that I got when we bartered at the market. And if you are wondering, USA lost to Brazil 3-0. Hope you have a great day!
Steven

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A ton of cookies

Jun 22

Posted by Maranatha in Rebecca Manion

Mozambique-0142Dear Family, Friends, and Jon,
Hi!! I hope you are all doing really well. Guess what? Tomorrow I am running in a 5K! My goal is to run the whole thing. Today was a nice day of spending time with the Zak family. I helped bake a ton (I think literally) of cookies to take to Mozambique with us tomorrow. I spent a lot of time in the kitchen. It was fun.
The Lord has been teaching me lots about both myself and who He is. Some is discouraging (stuff about me) and some is encouraging (stuff about Him) but it is all good. Thank you for your prayers! Please keep praying for us, especially as we head into Mozambique. Miss you all!
Reb

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The Christian Hoedown

Jun 22

Posted by Maranatha in Eric Johnson

SouthAfrica-1161Hello to all!
As stated above, this is the last you’ll hear from us while we’re in Mozambique for 8 days. Tomorrow at 6am the guys are running a 10k….yeah I think I’ll be WALKING most of the 10k.
There’s nothing really specific I wanted to write about, so I’ll just share some things I’ve learned so far. 1) The Zaks are an AMAZING family and I am soooo glad we’re staying with them. 2) Jumping in a freezing cold pool at night is actually a lot of fun. 3) Even if it’s an outhouse, girls still hog the bathroom. 4) A hoedown song Angela played on the violin when she was 10 can quickly evolve into “The Christian Hoedown” and be played at every service we do. 5) I never thought I’d spend 212 Rand ($25) at a fabric store. I never thought Steve would spend 478 Rand ($60) at a fabric store. 6) When you go to barter at all the shops, you magically become everyone’s friend. Seriously though, this trip has far exceeded all hopes and expectations I had going in. Every day I learn something new, and I have not ceased to be amazed. Last I want to say Happy Father’s day to Dad. I love you Dad! Mom too of course.
I did get on ESPN.com just long enough to see Pittsburgh won. Just glad I wasn’t there to watch it.
And also, Happy birthday Justin! I love you all and look forward to sharing what the Lord does in Mozambique. Keep praying!

Eric

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Eating crocodile and warthog

Jun 22

Posted by Maranatha in Leanna Oetken

Mozambique-1692Hey Everyone,
Before I forget, I want to wish my Dad a very happy Father’s Day! I love you!
Mom, Dad and Isaiah, you won’t believe what I ate! I ate crocodile, warthog and a lot of other wild animals! I have been having an amazing time here in Africa! We have had the opportunity to do so many different ministries and I have loved all of them! Guess what Ashley; last night we had the opportunity to go to two Mozambique refugee camps here in Pretoria. I was able to share my testimony there and go into a lady’s tent that was disabled and sing to her. while I was there I was thinking of you, Ashley, and wishing that you could be there with me. Today I spent the whole day making shatangs (skirts). Mrs. Zack and I made 26 and they’re pretty sweet! Tomorrow I will be running a 5K and I’m going to win a medal!!! After the race we will be heading out to Mozambique for a week of ministry! On our way there we will be going through Kruger National Park! I hope to be able to see many unique animals!
I love and miss all of you!   
Love,
Leanna Joy

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Showers and shatangs

Jun 22

Posted by Maranatha in Angela Henry

Mozambique-1741Hi Mom and Dad and friends, if they find this blog.
I am so excited about being here! I’m waiting for the Zaks to invite me to stay here for the rest of my life … jk. Sort of. We met up with Amanda Myburgh last night, which completely made my day. She will be staying with us for the rest of the trip! We are running a 5k tomorrow and then heading to Mozambique for about 8 days. We CAN take showers, hallelujah! We gave the Zaks all the food and books that we had brought- they loved it! I have had a lot of fun with the Zak family too. Today we made skirts (shatangs) to wear in Mozambique. They do not wear pants there, so we are going to try and match them. Keep praying – I can’t wait to see what God does in Mozambique through our group. We are getting close and really seeing amazing things already. Last night went to a Zimbabwean Refugee camp, and sang and played for them. Can’t wait to tell you about it. I miss you all, and hope you are doing well! Happy Father’s Day, Dad.
Love,
Angela

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