September 16 BBQ Fundraiser

Sunday evening, September 16, we hosted an outdoor gathering at our house that was envisioned and planned by our MST - "a barbecue fundraiser with an African twist." All the local Mennonite churches were invited and represented. We even had family members from out of state. A good estimate is that about 100 people attended. The weather was good, there was plenty of food (barbecued chicken and pork barbecue, many other side dishes), and a display with African items and information. Everyone seemed to enjoy being together. We are truly grateful for our MST who planned the event and for many other persons who contributed in various ways to provide food, setup/breakdown, and those who attended. There was opportunity to write notes of encouragement, and also money contributions. We appreciate the notes, and we are grateful for the more than $3,000 that was received towards our support.
The Delaware Missionary Support Team gathered for a picture.

We continue to be amazed, but also grateful, for the ways our needs are provided. The support and encouragement we feel from others around us is just amazing. We are now on our final weekend before leaving Tuesday evening, September 25. Our travel will take us through Zurich, Switzerland, where we have a short layover and change planes, then on to Nairobi, Kenya by Wednesday evening. East Africa is 7 hours ahead of US, so when it is noon in the US, it is already 7 pm in East Africa.
We look to God for grace and strength as we take care of the numerous details left to be done between now and Tuesday evening.