Just over one year ago, I
traveled to Mamelodi, South Africa.
It changed my life.
I went with the intention of helping to build homes, plant food, love on the
South African people and build them up.
They loved on me.
They built me up.
They changed my life...
Over the past 4 years, my church
has sent over 1,400 people to work in Mamelodi,
South Africa.
Mamelodi is a township community of nearly 1 million people that is being
ravaged by HIV/AIDS, crushing unemployment and poverty, and a population of
orphans that is growing exponentially. I can’t begin to describe the poverty
and sickness. It’s like nothing that I have ever seen.
In just 37 days, I am going
back.
My blog friends - I am asking for your support and prayer - for peace for me as
I travel across the country; for our safety and good health; for the Mamelodi
people whose lives will be touched by God through us. Through me – crazy that I
have again been given this opportunity. Unbelievable and just plain crazy.
The fundraising...
ugh. It's one of my least favorite things on the planet - call it pride,
call it what you will - it's uncomfortable, and I.
don't. like. it. But I will humble myself. And find the good in the
uncomfortable.
They have been gracious and extended the deadline.
They said get on it, Christi
- or jump ship. I'm not jumping ship, y'all.
So.... I now have 12 more
days - yes, 12 days - to raise another $1,720 for my mission trip to Mamelodi, South
Africa. I feel guilty. Or something.
To be fund-raising for my trip when I just want to tell you to donate to the
people in Haiti.
They need it more than I do, I tell myself. And then, I hear a voice say, trust
Me on this one, Christi. Be vulnerable. Put yourself out there.
So I am.
If you are able, you can donate your tax-deductible contribution here.
Click on the donate tab, and type my last name to make a secure donation. Much
love, friends. Tons of it. And hugs. Because hugs are warm. And this snowy day is cold. :)
xo
Christi
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