With somewhat heavy hearts, we want to let you know of a transition for our family. This weekend we moved out of our Rafiki village. This was not an easy decision, but one agonized over with much prayer and wise counsel from those close to us. While it seems sudden, it comes after weeks of private discussions with Rafiki leadership and concerns we have had. We are very sad to leave these children and the mamas who care for them but we trust that God is in control and He is committed to work all things for good as we all submit to Him.
With your prayers and support we will move forward as Go Near Ministry – Kenya outpost. God led us to start this non-profit organization two years ago with a mission to be advocates for orphans at home and abroad. Founding board members David Watson and Terrence Zeurlein(sp) along with Flip Whitner will oversee our efforts. A strong advisory team of Lee and Karen Smith, Bill and Linda O’Donnell, Nick and Dana Adams, Jack and Carolyn Ciak, Darryl and Leslie Harpool will give leadership and manage communications from our home base. A Kenya advisory board is forming now and will be announced soon.
God calls us to come closer, and in faith, we have. Our passion has grown stronger than ever and we are exhilarated by new opportunities He is presenting here in Kenya. We will fill you in on these opportunities in the days to come as we launch, “Go Near, Kenya!”
God’s word is our guiding light as we step out, again, in faith.
Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Heb. 11:1
He is calling us to take even bigger steps of faith trusting him as we go even nearer to the needs that surround us. And let us assure you that He is more than able. We have learned to take Mt 6:33 literally as we seek His will first, trust God that all our needs will be met …and more. Join us in expecting great things from our mighty God who is committed to care for His precious orphans and widows.
As God leads you, please direct your tax-deductible donations;
GO NEAR MINISTRY
LEWIS & MELODY TAYLOR
17200 CHENAL PARKWAY STE 300
PMB 227
LITTLE ROCK AR 72223
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"Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the temple of the LORD is finished." 1 Chronicles 28:20
We are with you!
You didn't know this would happen, but God sure did!!! It is so neat that you already had your Go Near Ministry founded. We support you in whatever God calls you to do!! We are behind you and have been praying for you and will continue to do so!! Maybe Rafiki was how God got you to Africa to do what He really needed you to do in this new venture! God is in control and we are so excited for you!! We love you much!! Shannon
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