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Swine Flu Update from GM Missionary to Mexico
"I'm in Mexico, and thank God I'm well. Although I was on some ranches visiting churches over the weekend, I have already returned to Guadalajara where the virus still has not taken much effect. The government has given good, informative and educational coverage, and as a preventative measure has given instructions to suspend all activity in which there will be large gatherings of people; this includes educational centers, churches, weddings, conventions, birthdays, baptisms, sporting events, etc., especially on the weekend of May 1-6, due to the Labor Day festivities (May 1) and the celebration of the Battle of Puebla (May 5)…" To read the rest of Justino Perez-Ojeda's report, click here: http://globalministries.org/news/lac/swine-flu-report-from-global.html
GM Co-Executives Return from a Critical Presence Solidarity Visit to Southern Africa
Cally Rogers-Witte and David Vargas traveled to Zimbabwe, Mozambique and South Africa to visit International Partners serving in critical situations with Sandra Gourdet, GM Africa Area Executive. Sandra reports on one stop in their visit to Zimbabwe: "I have just returned this week-end from a visit to Zimbabwe and Mt Selinda Hospital… Given the political and economic situation in Zimbabwe over the past two years, we were pleasantly pleased to see the hospital functioning. It is not up to its potential and there is only one doctor serving, but it continues to make a difference in the community. The overall situation in the country is improving, although it will take time for everything to get back to normal. There is a sense of hopefulness and expectation among the people. Life continues to be very difficult for everyone. The government is trying to curb the extreme inflation rate by allowing merchants to sell in foreign currency - the US dollar and the South African rand. Prices are now stable, however, the greatest handicap for the people is obtaining the currency…" Look for a more updates on this visit at the GM website in days to come…
NEW Vacation Bible School Journey to India Available On-line
You can now download Journey to India from the web, http://www.discipleshomemissions.org/Kids2Kids/index.htmlThis curriculum, developed by Disciples Home Missions with help from Global Ministries and the UCC's Local Church Ministries, is available to download for free. A music CD can be ordered for use with the Journey to India curriculum. See page 65 in the curriculum download for more information on ordering. For other ideas for your Vacation Bible School and/or Camp, check out the Global Ministries VBS ideas here: http://globalministries.org/resources/youth-and-children/global-ministries-vacation-bible.html
GM Child Sponsorship and Middle East Office Organize Trip to Israel and PalestineGlobal Ministries' sponsors and others are invited to participate in a Child Sponsorship and Middle East Mission Trip ~ Come to the Garden of Flowers… visit Rawdat el Zuhur and Jerusalem, Israel and Palestine, from August 30 thru September 10, 2009. The trip will allow Disciples and UCC members a first hand opportunity to witness and be involved with the children at Rawdat el Zuhur, a school where children are encouraged to reach their highest potential in an atmosphere of care, trust, and respect; while outside the Separation Wall stands high and unpleasant. The trip will include visits to some of Global Ministries' Middle East missionaries, partners and programs around the area, an opportunity to understand their context of ministry and witness, and to learn first-hand about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Through encounters with Christians, Jews, and Muslims, Palestinians and Israelis, you'll gain new perspectives and insight. Of course, there will be visits to the important Biblical sites, as well. Experience your faith on an inspiring life-changing trip. If you have questions or are interested in participating in this trip, please contact us via email at childsponsorship@ucc.org or LAWRENCL@UCC.ORG
Group Limit: 14
Cost: $2,500.00 (includes international transportation, lodging and some meals)
Deposit: $750.00 by June 15 to hold your reservation.
Valid Passport required. No Visa required
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Upcoming Ministries and Mission Interpreters (MMI) Training Events:
Austin, Texas: Friday, June 5, 2009 from 9am to 3pm @ United Christian Church, 3500 W. Parmer Ln. Austin, TX 78727 For more info and to register, contact: 512-218-8110 or admin-assistant@uccaustin.org
Cleveland, Ohio: October 9-11, 2009 beginning with dinner on Friday and going through Sunday at noon. Radisson Gateway, Cleveland, OH.
Southern California: Saturday, November 14, 2009 sponsored by the Pacific Southwest Region (DOC) and the Southern California-Nevada Conference (UCC) – more info coming
Find a Missionary Visit in your State:
MO, Penn NE, Penn SE, IN, CT& KS: April 5 - May 14, 2009, Mrs. Vatsala Vijayakumar (Principal of the King's Matriculation at School Family Village Farm, Vellore, India) Contact: Beth Miller (317) 713-2570 or bmiller@dom.disciples.org
Penn SE: April 5 - May 31, 2009, Martha Mensendiek (Japan) Contact: Geneva Butz butz@psec.org
NC: May 1 – June 30, 2009, Tim Rose (Reformed Church of France) Contact: Janelle Bunn janellebunn@soc-ucc.org
OH: May 1 – June 30, 2009, Scott Couper and Susan Valiquette Couper (UCCSA in South Africa) Contact: Ruth Brandon ruthb@sonkaucc.org and Wayne Chasney pastorwayne@monroevilleuccorg
MO: May 1 – June 15 and July 19-25, 2009, Anil Henry (India) Contact: Danny Stewart danny-ccma@socket.net
MT, WY, UT, & CO: May 4-31, 2009, Bruce Van Voorhis (Hong Kong) Contact: Beth Miller (317) 713-2570 or bmiller@dom.disciples.org
WA: May 16-17, 2009, Doug and Liz Searles (Poland) Contact: Marvin Eckfeldt marveck@comcast.net
GA: May 18 – June 14, 2009 Phyllis Byrd (Kenya) Contact: Ray Miles ray@gadisciples.org
ND: June 5-7, Jim and Jayanthi Wilson (Kgolagano Theological College in Botswana) Contact: Wade Schemmel schemmel@npcucc.org
IL: June 8-25, 2009, Angola Delegation in Illinois Conference (Donna Dudley, GM Missionary in Angola, Luis Samacumbi, Executive for DASEP through the Evangelical Church in Angola, and Rev. Abias Cauto, Executive Secretary of IECA) Contact: Tom Norwalk tnorwalk@sbcglobal.net or ileastucc@comcast.net
TX: July 19-24 and 26-30, 2009, Kevin Howe (CCD in Honduras) Contact: JoAnn Hoel at (254) 694-7981
HI: August 1-31, 2009, Martha Mensendiek (Japan) Contact: Charles Buck cbuck@hcucc.org
IA: September 1 – October 11 and October 17-31, 2009, John Campbell-Nelson (Indonesia) Contact: Hal and Donna Rusk h.rusk@mchsi.com (If you forward this update to someone, please remove the unsubscribe link above before doing so.)
