Back in Zim

(Sunset in Liberia)

I have now left Liberia and am back in Zimbabwe.  It was truly a blessing to be able to work with a great staff in Liberia and spend some time with my friend Melanie.  

During my time in Liberia, I got an email informing us the SP did not get registered in Zim.  This really broke my heart as I truly wanted to see our projects running there.  The head office has decided to close the office but to also keep a presence there for when the door might open again.  SP will try to re-register after a time of a reflection.

Given that, I was out of a job but after much prayer and talking with others, I have decided to head back to Sudan to be the country director for our southern projects there.  It is hard to believe I am heading back to where I began almost 2 years ago but I guess that is how it works sometimes - who knows the ways of our Lord.  I will be based out of Nairobi, going in and out of Sudan.

I would appreciate your prayers as I transition up there next week and begin getting a handle on our projects.  I will be posting a bit more on Zim in my next update.

Here are a few last pictures of Liberia:

(Kids running home)

(SP Girls Playing Volleyball)

This is actually the 4th volleyball court I (with help) have built, setup or organized at various SP locations (Yei, Nuba, Harare and now Monrovia, Liberia).  It is great for team building and for a bit of exercise.  I must say though, this court in Liberia is probably the most beautiful with it over looking the ocean.

Finally, here is a staff photo of the team in Liberia.  Thank you again for your prayers during my time there.  Please continue to remember them as they struggle to bring hope in the dark.