If you are a regular reader of this blog, then we share a few things in common. Likely, we share a friendship with Bud and Mandy Jackson and are very interested in their ministry. I am sure that we also share a common love for people, an interest in HIV/AIDS, a love for orphans and widows, and we are probably very interested in God's response to this world of His.
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| Buddy sharing his heart |
Buddy has invited me to periodically post glimpses into the world in which he ministers. As a pastor who was convicted by Scripture to become involved in the things that God values, I took a trip with seven others in March of 2011 to Zimbabwe. Our team from East Troy Bible Church, the Chapel in Marlboro and Antioch Evangelical Free Church saw first hand the ministry, the people and the heart of Bud and Mandy's mission in Zimbabwe.
Maybe these entries will give you a deeper appreciation for Bud and Mandy's journey of ministry. But more importantly, will encourage you to do more than read a blog. Hopefully, you too will visit Zimbabwe and see for yourself all the good things God is doing within the devastation of the HIV/AIDS pandemic in Zimbabwe. Hopefully, you will pray more earnestly for Bud and Mandy. Certainly, you will be convicted as I was to be involved in acting positively for the cause of the orphan and the widow.
Please pray for the Jacksons. Mandy will be travelling on the 9th of April (her birthday) back to Zimbabwe. Pray that her travel is safe, the packing gets done, the last minute details accomplished and for a good reunion with Bud!
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Ron Christiansen
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| AWANA Day at Chironga |
