Pockey Posted November 28, 2006 Posted November 28, 2006 Let us pray for Kevin, Gail's son, he is leaving for Liberia tonight. Will be away for 2 years. Praise the Lord for his work! Quote
bevin Posted November 28, 2006 Posted November 28, 2006 Gail, you need to know about http://www.phonecards-prepaid.com/ when you click on a card, near the bottom of the info is a 1-5 star rating. Don't get any worse than a 3 http://www.pinswarehouse.com/ haven't tried this one yet By far the cheapest way to phone NZ or Africa that I have found! God's protection over him! /Bevin Quote
Administrators Gail Posted November 28, 2006 Administrators Posted November 28, 2006 Wow- thanks, Sid! Yes, Kevin is on his way. He left his sister and his girlfriend in tears... Currently we are using Skype. This company he is working for (Samaritan's Purse) has 24-hour Internet access- yay! Skype to Skype is free, isn't it? Since I got on I haven't tried phoning him in Africa yet. With all the bad weather we've had, we're hoping that his trip goes well. He didn't take any winter clothes with him, as he doesn't need any where he's going. First stop- Calgary, at -40!!! Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Moderators Nan Posted November 28, 2006 Moderators Posted November 28, 2006 You certainly have a dedicated son, Gail and I will be praying for him and you all. Will you get to see him in the 2 years? Samaritan's Purse is the organisation that gives Christmas boxes to children isn't it? I am sure they do a lot more than that, but our church has made a point of getting behind the box project over a few years - it is really good fun to put together a shoe box for a child who probably has very little. Quote
Administrators Gail Posted November 28, 2006 Administrators Posted November 28, 2006 Yes, the shoebox project is one of theirs. I think that the plan is that he will have furlough at the end of 1 year. He will get to come home then It won't be quite Christmas, but I'll take it!! Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Amelia Posted November 30, 2006 Posted November 30, 2006 Wow, going away again already? Didnt he just get home? Poor mom, sis and girlfriend. I'd be crying too. What will he be doing with this org, the same as the other one? Quote <p><span style="color:#0000FF;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">"Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you."</span></span> Eph 4:29</span><br><br><img src="http://banners.wunderground.com/weathersticker/gizmotimetemp_both/US/OR/Fairview.gif" alt="Fairview.gif"> Fairview Or</p>
Administrators Gail Posted November 30, 2006 Administrators Posted November 30, 2006 Yes, working with finances. It's not his preferred position, but it gets him in the door Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Administrators Naomi Posted November 30, 2006 Administrators Posted November 30, 2006 Hello Gail, So soon ... shall pray for Kevin during his journey and while he is there. Is his bog still active? Courage Mom! Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God
Administrators Gail Posted November 30, 2006 Administrators Posted November 30, 2006 His blog will continue from where it left off Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Moderators Jeannieb43 Posted December 1, 2006 Moderators Posted December 1, 2006 Like Amelia, I thought he'd gotten all that Third World stuff out of his system! But I guess now while he's young and unattached is the time for him to do this traveling. God bless him. You can certainly be proud of him, Gail! Quote Jeannie<br /><br /><br />...Change is inevitable; growth is optional....
Taylor Posted December 1, 2006 Posted December 1, 2006 Oh once you have it in your system you never get rid of it. I was raised as a kid of missionary parents, with missionary grandparents as well. I can never get enough mission work, travel, adventure oversease. It doesn't matter which country, it's the going and being in another culture and making a difference that counts. Quote
Administrators Gail Posted December 1, 2006 Administrators Posted December 1, 2006 Yes, Kevin would like to do his Masters in International Development, so it looks like it's going to be a lifework for him, too Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Taylor Posted December 1, 2006 Posted December 1, 2006 Would enjoy meeting him someday as would the rest of my family no doubt. :) Quote
Dr. Shane Posted December 4, 2006 Posted December 4, 2006 Gail must be incredibly proad of her son. She obviosly did something right with him. Quote Pastoral Family Counselor... Find me at www.PostumCafe.com Author of Peculiar Christianity
Administrators Gail Posted December 4, 2006 Administrators Posted December 4, 2006 For those who want to follow his blog (which is being used now in a thesis by an American university student) you can go to: www.kevininliberia.blogspot.com Kevin promises to get some photos in there quickly. Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Administrators Gail Posted December 5, 2006 Administrators Posted December 5, 2006 For a light-hearted look at life in this place, go to the Humor section and read, "The blackboard is my witness" You will shake your heads and smile Taylor, can you relate to this? Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Administrators Gail Posted December 17, 2006 Administrators Posted December 17, 2006 I don't know if anyone is into going to see the movie Blood Diamonds, but it is set in the civil war that has affected the country where my son is. My husband went to see it and told me not to. He said I would want my son to come back The civil war in Sierra Leone involved these diamond mines which lie on the border of S.L. and Liberia. Charles Taylor, the dictator of Liberia, controlled the mines and it was for these diamonds that he incorporated all those children into the war. The diamonds were used to purchase his arms I haven't heard what has happened to Taylor since he was arrested earlier this year as he tried to escape his exilic home in Nigeria. The last I heard was that he is being held for trial for war crimes in Sierra Leone. There was some panic in my heart for that day or so while he was at large, because I couldn't get a hold of Kevin during this time. I know that there was tension in Monrovia, fear that Taylor would come back to regain control. As it turned out, Kev was upcountry away from communication and had no clue as to what was transpiring. Things have been good now for a good many months and I hope they never turn back. There is still much work in rebuilding the country. Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Administrators Naomi Posted December 18, 2006 Administrators Posted December 18, 2006 I probably won't view the movie because I really don't like to think about the sadness which war brings. I do think your husband gave you some good advice. I am glad that there have been months of peace and know you feel better about Kevin being there to help with the rebuilding. Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God
Taylor Posted December 18, 2006 Posted December 18, 2006 Gail....where is the humor section you were telling me about? I'd love to read it. Quote
Administrators Gail Posted December 18, 2006 Administrators Posted December 18, 2006 You can't see it? It must be a paid subscription forum Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Taylor Posted December 18, 2006 Posted December 18, 2006 aww shucks can you post the gist of it here? Quote
Administrators Gail Posted December 20, 2006 Administrators Posted December 20, 2006 Tonight, Kevin is having dinner with someone who, after reading Kevin's blog, has travelled to Liberia Kev has posted a picture of him harvesting some rice Kevin harvesting rice the African way- with a switchblade! Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
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