November 29, 2009

We left Cape Town with a lot to think about.  One huge impression on my heart (Pam) was the impact that one local church can have on a community.  I fell in love with John and Avril Thomas, pastor and wife of King of Kings Baptist Centre.   They have been at King of Kings for 23 years and have a love for people that is contageous.  John and Avril have motivated their church to make a huge difference.

One example is the sign on the front of the church that says, "Safe Baby Drop".  There are signs posted all around town that say: "Don't drop your baby in the dump, but take it to the Safe Baby Drop".  The church receives babies that mothers don't want or can't take care of. Before "Safe Baby Drop" was offered mothers were just leaving these helpless infants to die in the community dump.  

The second impression is the opportunity to send teams to serve in Cape Town.  If we adopt a shanty town neighborhood in Cape Town it would mean sending monthly support for a small staff who serve daily in that neighborhood. We would also send teams from Summit once or twice a year to help with kid's clubs, medical, dental, concerts and whatever else may be needed.  There is also a great need for volunteers to work for extended stays, like 1 month to 6 months, to even a year or more.  These would be people with medical skills, RN, administration skills like book keeper, secretary, etc.  My mind is spinning with ideas. 

Thank you for your prayers in our travels.  It certainly has been a stirring trip for us both and has made an impact on our hearts. 

We love you.

Pam