The sewing machines have arrived!

Richard was able to pick up the 4 donated sewing machines and 1 knitting machine in Lusaka and bring them back to Ndola. Now he is viewing an instructional DVD to learn how to use the machines. He is excited that the machines are able to do alot of various tasks such as sewing button holes. Most machines available in Zambia just do simple basic stitches. But he has no building to use for teaching the people how to sew. He needs to find a location in the marketplace to rent, or he needs to finish his house and install electricity. Both options will require funding. There are many who are anxious to begin learning to sew so that they can support themselves. Please pray that God will supply the funds needed to get the ministry started.

Richard's church, Emmanuel Worship Center, is still growing and has moved from Gilbert's house to the local school. They rent the school for $22 a month. They are trying to build a good relationship with the school's headmaster and are offering help to 10 orphans who attend the school. They will enroll them in the feeding program that they are beginning in July. The church has decided that they will support the Saturday feeding program for orphans in the community. Pray for this young church body which is made up of very new believers who do not come from churched backgrounds. They have a heart to serve the poor even though they themselves also struggle with hardships. May the Lord reward them for their faithfulness and growing trust in His provision. I will be mailing some donated clothing and sewing supplies to them this month. If you would like to help with the shipping and customs costs, it would be much appreciated!! Thank you.