Ministry Highlight: Reach One, Touch One

I wanted to take some time to introduce my friends and family to the ministries that we will be visiting in Africa. These people are true super heroes. They work in Africa 24/7 to spread the Gospel by loving their neighbors.

Today, I wanted to focus specifically on Reach One Touch One Ministries in Uganda.

Reach One Touch One (ROTOM) ministers to the elderly in Uganda via a sponsorship program. The goal of ROTOM is to help meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial needs of these beautiful people and the dependents they care for. In Uganda, war and disease has taken the lives of many in the "middle aged" population, leaving children in the care of elderly grandparents.

Check out ROTOM's website and read more about what they are doing:

http://reachone-touchone.org/

One of the gifts that we would like to take with us is a donation to ROTOM to start a similar program in Ethiopia. James 1: 27 says: "Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you." I've seen many organizations that seek to help children all around the world, but I personally have never encountered one that cares for the elderly. ROTOM is so special, and I count it an honor to get to see them in action. I just can't wait to meet these beautiful people!

If the work of ROTOM touches your heart, would you consider adding to the gift we will be giving them? Gifts can be given to any team member, or via the PayPal link below.

We are a mere 30 days away from catching a plane to Africa. Things are getting real. Plans are finalized, vaccinations completed, childcare arranged....  Just when I thought we were "wrapping up" our ideas, I believe that fresh waves of inspiration and excitement are crashing over us!

I'm including an updated list of items we are still looking for. Look it over, and raid your closets! ;) I am so very thankful for the incredibly generous people in my life, so THANK YOU for taking the time to read my rambles, and checking the list.

Ministry Supplies:

• 20 sheets White tissue paper
• 5-6 Washable Ink Pads (Multi-Colored, not green)
• 3 Antennae Head Bands
• Face Paint (Black, Green, Red)
• 10-15 Black Felt Circles (3-4 in diameter)
• 300 Gallon Sized "Ziploc" Style Bags (any brand)
• Snack, to be purchased in Africa (300 kids @50 cents a piece) $150 *
• 4 to 5 Coaches jerseys (for soccer, but sport related will do) * 
• 4 to 5 Whistles*
• A few small cones
• Color bands for teams*
• Pumps for soccer balls (small)*
• Chalk/Marking paint for a "field" *
• Popup soccer goals*
• Rope*

* The team would like to purchase some of the items while in Africa to support local business, if you prefer to make a cash donation for any of these items, please make a note as to how you would like your gift used.

Gifts (for Pastors, Children, and Local Ministries):

• Outdoor Team Games (Ages 3-12) (Small, easy to fit in luggage)
• Crafts for Children's Camp (Ages 3-12)
• Solar Powered Lights (We may consider purchasing these while in Africa)

Donations:

• Reach One Touch One (Funding needed to help start Elderly Ministry in Ethiopia). Check out their website: http://reachone-touchone.org/ We'd love to leave a gift with them to help them implement ROTOM in Ethiopia
• Outreach in Ethiopia (donations for evangelism event - $300.00) 

Donations can be mailed, delivered in person, or you can use this secure Pay Pal Link: Pay Pal Link