“Happy is he who has the God of Jacob as his help. Whose hope is in the Lord his God.” (Psalm 146:5)
Cath fixing her own car?!?Just before arriving in Sudan I received a message from the missionaries that my break pads would need replacing. I could not drive until they were replaced. I was quite overwhelmed and asked a lot of people to pray because I had no idea where to begin. Stephen who is on furlough in South Africa, drew me some pictures and I brought the necessary parts needed from Kenya. Thank the Lord Clayton was in Sudan and the two of us following Stephen’s drawings, miraculously managed to change the break pads. This was necessary because we had to make a journey to Torit to get food supplies for the Bible students and renew my car license with the officials in Torit. I was very excited to be able to Praise Him that all went well and we travelled safely there and back over the weekend. I have also been travelling to Ohilang every Sunday for the services and Sunday school. It’s been amazing for me how much this car has been used for God. I was able to help transport a pregnant woman with complications to the clinic here in Lohutok. Then you won’t believe it but also a whole live goat was loaded in my car, for the celebration after the baptisms which you will read about later in this news!
Torit Radio Grace
During my short visit in Torit I was able to visit the radio station as I brought some equipment from Germany for them to use. I was very excited to see the developments and a lady named Grace running the morning show. Sarafino in the background manages the radio station.Preparations for the Referendum in Sudan
When I arrived back in Lohutok I was asked if some of the community leaders could have a meeting in my home concerning the referendum. At the meeting they asked permission to use the Kindergarten as their offices for storing all their records and completing administration work they need to do for the referendum. I prayed about it and agreed as I want to support them in their efforts to encourage a free and peaceful referendum. The registration for voting began on the 15th November and continues until the 2nd of December. So far in this area it has gone well. Please pray that the registration in all areas continues to run peacefully.Baptisms
This month was very special for me as I could witness the baptisms of the young men that Joshua has been discipling the last two years. Four of them are from Ohilang and it is incredibly exciting that these men are totally committed to building God’s church. I also want to take this opportunity to thank all those in Germany and England that contributed to the food needed for these bible students. They have been able to successful complete their studies and have had sufficient food.My theological studies
It really is a miracle and I want to thank those that prayed for me and encouraged me in completing my Hermeneutics module for which I got a distinction. Howard from my church in South Africa as well as Scott Way from the Neuesleben Theological Bible College were a great help. Please pray for me as I continue studying part-time for my next module which is “The Historical Books”.
Malaria
I want to thank those who have prayed and continue to pray for my health. I was tested positive again for malaria in Torit. So I went on two types of treatment and during this time had very bad back pain. I am not sure if it is linked or not. However this last week I have no pain and feel my normal self again. Praise God my hope is in Him!
Schools
I did some evaluations of the children in the Kindergarten and they have done really well and I thank the teachers and team that is working there now. The Primary School and my other senior classes all wrote exams last week. The Secondary school is still busy with writing exams, please pray for them to do well.
Samson, my growing dog
I was very thankful for Natasha who looked after my home and dog while I was away. He has grown but is still a lot of fun. The whole village really likes him and the young boys love to bring him goat’s milk in the mornings. Samson, of course thanks them with a big lick on the face!Thank you for your love, prayers and support
your Cath
