MWAVIZI - Giryama for " The Supporter"
Ethan Nadolson, named "MWAVIZI" by my friends in Africa while on a mission trip with my brother in Christ, Michael George and many members of our families, we bring back the message that we can all be supporters through prayer, time or support. Mwavizi is more than a man... it's a mission.
" And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." - Hebrews 13:16
Ethan Nadolson, named "MWAVIZI" by my friends in Africa while on a mission trip with my brother in Christ, Michael George and many members of our families, we bring back the message that we can all be supporters through prayer, time or support. Mwavizi is more than a man... it's a mission.
" And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." - Hebrews 13:16
OUR MISSION
Our mission is ever changing in scope. We are working to give assistance wherever we find it and were ever we are called to go. This comes in many forms. Currently, we have 6 water projects, orphans sponsorship opportunities, a Bible college to build, several schools to fund, teachers in need of supplies, support for churches in the areas that we are working as well as medical supply needs that are in great demand.
As we fulfill the needs that we find, many more will present themselves and we will do all we can to rise to the challenge. There is nothing in the world like knowing that you were being used by God to make the difference in another's life. There are so many that are helped by something as simple as a well, yet, we will never hear the story. We can only know that God is in control and has great plans to prosper them.
"My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you." - John 15:12
As we fulfill the needs that we find, many more will present themselves and we will do all we can to rise to the challenge. There is nothing in the world like knowing that you were being used by God to make the difference in another's life. There are so many that are helped by something as simple as a well, yet, we will never hear the story. We can only know that God is in control and has great plans to prosper them.
"My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you." - John 15:12
We have partnered with Living Water of Ohio to accept a tax deductible charitable gift. If you feel lead to partner with us and sponsor, click donate below and when prompted, please make a note to allocate the donation to Mwavizi Support. If you feel lead to donate towards something specific, you can note that as well or use the links below to support our Water or Christian Education Ministries.
BIG NEWS! WE HIT WATER!!
After being told by a geologist that we would have to drill 500ft to get water to a remote village in "the bush", we hired a company that disagreed. They came out and drilled (using the tower method below) and just hit water. More than enough to sustain water for the entire region using a hand pump.
This is a huge answer to prayer as this is the village that Bobby Tucker and I came upon a starving boy alongside the road. He was suffering due to drought and famine in the region. We prayed with him and gave him an energy bar. At that moment, we said "This is where our next borehole (water well) is going!"
And here it is! Some of our friends in the area are going there to celebrate and our team sent money for food for the entire village. Praise God!
WATER.
For most of us, water is as readily available as air. We turn on the faucet and there it is. No real thought to where it comes from and no real effort to access it.
In some parts of the world, our fellow humans are not so fortunate. Water is a source of everyday angst. It is a daily ritual and requires hours of work to access. Sometimes, it is walking 3 hours one way to fill-up 5 gallon jugs to carry back. Sometimes it is hoping that the nearby water hole still has water in it from the rainy season. Whatever the case, it is not even close to what we are used to. We have 6 water wells (bore holes) that we have identified as needs in strategic places in Africa. There are literally thousand more needed, but we have to start somewhere! These wells will provide water for hundreds of people and are a key in helping to change the lives of so many. Washing, bathing, cooking, drinking and even building are all areas in these lives that will be transformed for the better with just a single well in a community. We offer the water for free. No strings attached. Just the love of one human to another as was shown to us through our creator and his son Jesus Christ. "We love because he first loved us. " - John 14:19 We have partnered with Living Water of Ohio to accept a tax deductible charitable gift. If you feel lead to partner with us and sponsor, click donate below. |
(Animals and people alike share this, and most, watering area (as of February 2018, this had been dry for 2 years)
The water cans in this photo are carried upto 3 hours one way for water
The tower in this photo is a drilling rig for water wells.
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Children.
In a part of the world that the Christian religion is the minority by overwhelming numbers, the education and reaching of souls through Christian schools is paramount. The 365 project, allows 100% of the funds donated for a child to have access to a Christian School program and, in some cases, the only meals that they will have that day. In addition, a teacher will also be blessed with a portion of their pay being covered by this same donation. Your Donation of just a dollar a day ($365 yearly) will support a child with:
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Some of the children that need sponsored playing near the school groundsSchool children eating their breakfast before school beginsMwavizi with sponsored child, Nickson and his disabled & single mother |
Teachers.
The best school is only as good as it's teachers. Having been to the school and meeting with the teachers, one word comes to mind. Commitment. These teachers are pouring in to these children with knowledge and the Word of truth.
On my last visit, we met with the guardians of the orphans and were told that this school was the only escape some of their children have from abusive or neglected homes. This is the place they come to find acceptance and love. The teachers are the primary ones to be able to do this and they do it well. Some of the teachers are not paid, some of them are paid very little but are still there because they are committed to the ministry and showing the love of Christ to these children. If you feel called to support a teacher, it is just $130 per month to cover their entire salary or any thing on a monthly or one time basis would be appreciated and makes an impact. COVID-19 has taken a toll on the entire World and has displaced these teachers and left them with no income. Please prayerfully consider sponsoring a teacher in their time of need. We have partnered with Living Water of Ohio to accept a tax deductible charitable gift of $130 monthly or other amount. If you feel lead to partner with us and sponsor, click donate below.
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Children travel on foot over 7KM to come to school
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Disabled.
Imagine the struggles of everyday life in some parts of Africa. Gathering water, finding wood for fire to cook, tending to a garden for food or simply waling to Church. Now imagine doing this with a disability like not being able to walk or use an arm, being blind, deaf or other impairment.
For these individuals, the struggle is real. Often outcast, abused, raped and ignored. Family is "burdened" with having to care for them. Needed medical needs are out of reach. The gift of a simple cane or wheelchair or crutches can make all the difference. The church has started a weekly support group / special day for them to come an worship that we were able to participate in. This group is for those living with disabilities and they have come together to support each other. This is the only group like this that we know if in the area... maybe even the region. Their spirits are high, their faith is strong and their needs are many. Donations for this ministry will go towards needs specified by the group. Simple items like food and water, other needs are shelter and medical aid devices. We have partnered with Living Water of Ohio to accept a tax deductible charitable gift of any amount to support those living with disabilities. If you feel lead to partner with us and sponsor, click donate below.
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