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Ephesians 4:1-32, what a place to plant yourself.  I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called. How many of us can say that we are walking this or encouraging others in their walk? Are we being critical or judging or trying to talk others out of their walk, because you may not understand? You don’t believe that is where they were called? Have you taken a moment to hear their testimony?

There is so much pertaining to our last trip to Chipepo that most of you are unaware of.  There is still so much that will not be shared in this newsletter, but it is time to share how God has beseeched us to walk worthy of the vocation in Chipepo wherewith we are called.

In January 2016 Dominic came to me and said “Mom, We are supposed to be in Zambia sharing the Gospel with the children.”  From that time I had Dominic commit to serving the children in Zambia.  We connected with a children’s ministry in Livingstone, Zambia. Their initial need were supplies for their children’s ministry. Dominic jumped in and put up flyers and put out bins to collect these supplies.  This first request was fulfilled with several baskets of supplies.  The ministry then requested that we raise funds instead of items, it was easier to purchase items within Zambia than have to ship the items overseas. We jumped right in and organized a Night of Worship in February 2017. We had several worship teams from varying denominations come together with various Pastors to share God’s heart. We had a great time and the children benefited greatly. With each of these fundraising efforts, God was slowly working on my heart.

By the end of summer 2017 we picked dates and signed up for a two week expedition to Zambia.  We had no idea where in Zambia we were heading or how God was going to use us. From the time we signed up through February God continued to pour into us. By the time February rolled around we knew that God had intended for us to stay longer than 2 weeks in Zambia. God had bigger plans for us.

We started exploring various options for us to extend our time in Zambia.  Many doors were opened and many were slammed shut, this was definitely a period of time God was molding us to prepare us for where he was taking us. We did not know what God’s final plans for our trip were going to be until about a month before we flew.

When we got on the ground we did not know what to expect, we were expectant that God had a plan. I wasn’t sure what to expect or how God was going to use Dominic. He was 8 years old and we arrived on the ground in Zambia, Africa.  Seeing how God used Dominic to share the Gospel with the children in Zambia continues to touch my heart.  

We met people that have become like family to us.  We got to see miracles, healings, transformations, and build Kingdom Relationships.  But most of all we got to work with the children within the Chipepo Chiefdom.

Currently 53.4% of the population in Zambia is under the age of 18.  Approximated 44% of the population is 14 and under.  These children are the future of Zambia and even more so they are the future of the Kingdom of God!!  What a privilege and honor it is to be invited back to Chipepo to minister to these children.

God had a plan, and I am so happy I get to be a part of it.  TLC Ministries is looking forward to getting on the ground as quickly as we can.

With the current situations are around the world some changes have been made in our planning.  It has become more difficult to ship items overseas, so we decided to purchase some of our supplies when we arrive in Zambia. We have found a location for us to stay.  This will allow us to hit the ground running. We will purchase our vehicle and household supplies when we land.  

With God opening so many doors we are getting so excited to get on the ground and start bringing Bible Study to the Primary Schools. Please pray to see how Holy Spirit may lead you to partner with our ministry. Will it be prayerfully or financially? If the Lord leads you to support us financially weather it be a one time gift or as a monthly supporter you can do this by either selecting “Give” above, CashApp $TLCMinistriesInc, Venmo @TLCMinistries, or you can mail a check to Truth & Light of Christ Ministries, Inc. (TLC Ministries, Inc.) to 8573 Winder Way, Melbourne, FL 32940.

So excited as we are moving into this next season. Continue to join us on this journey to see what God does through this ministry. We look forward to building relationships on this journey as we all come together to build and strengthen the Kingdom of God by being the Light in this world we are living in. Many Blessings to you All!!

With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling.