Prayer Bulletin

Dear Family and Friends,

We continue to hear these words of Rwanda’s President, Paul Kagame, “Others can walk. We must run.” It seems we are always running to catch up to all the Lord is doing in Rwanda. Our family is well. Some of our friends have struggled, but God has shown His grace. Christ’s Church in Rwanda continues to thrive.

This month we ask your prayers for the following matters:

1. Our youngest daughter, Ruth was baptized on Wednesday, February 13. It has been an exciting couple months in our family as 3 of our kids have committed their lives to the Lord. Ruthie continues to display her remarkable abilities to bring peace among friends while holding firm with her sometimes troublesome brothers. May the Lord continue to develop this remarkably beautiful young woman.

2. Fellow missionaries and friends in Kigali, Patrick and Valerie Finnerty have had some difficulties. Valerie went to South Africa several weeks ago for a surgery that developed significant complications. During the last week, Valerie has made significant improvement and was recently released from Intensive Care. Praise God for His care. The Finnerty boys, Joel and Brendan will be staying with our family for a few weeks to attend school in Kigali while Patrick stays with Valerie in South Africa. May these weeks be marked with extra joy and activity in our home.

3. Christ’s Church in Rwanda (CCR) is planning for our 2 Year Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, March 1. We continue to be surprised by all God is doing through CCR. In 2007 we asked God for 300 to attend our Grand Opening and 332 attended. In 2008 we asked God for 400 to attend our 1 Year Anniversary and 423 attended. This year we are asking God for over 500 to attend.

May this Anniversary Celebration give honor to the Lord for all He has done in 2 years. Also, may it be an opportunity for seekers to explore and discover.

4. Dave’s teaching responsibility at Kigali Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) is winding down from lectures and now focused on grading. May the 200 students he’s interacted with find a bright future as they graduate in a few months. Also, may this opportunity to teach Ethics produce a rich fruit of godliness and spiritual growth.

Again, thank you for your prayers, support, and encouragement that sustain our family and ministry.

Imana ikurinde (May the Lord stay with All of You),

Jana and Dave Jenkins