Considering the high cost for this trip ($8,000 for airfare and 3 weeks of lodging), we were advised to raise funds to help cover some of the costs. Asking for money is not easy or something either of us enjoy. And the current economic downturn makes it even harder to ask friends and family to contribute. During a discussion with our mission adviser, he helped us see that giving is a great way for those who believe in mission but cannot travel to Africa to be a part of this trip and the good work we hope to do in Ghana.
To date, we have received $3,500 from friends and family, and a $1,000 mission grant from our church (First Presbyterian Church of Evanston)! This puts us at more than 50% of our fundraising goal! We are so humbled and thankful for all of these contributions! We have been absolutely amazed at the outpouring of support we have experienced. What an amazing blessing to be surrounded by such generous and supportive people!
Most of all, we ask that friends and family pray for us, that we may be focused and effective to do God’s work and make a difference, and stay safe in the process. We are excited to embark on this adventure, and we’ll be carrying so many of you in our hearts.
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S&L: Great blog. Looking forward to following your adventure to Africa. Will be interested in the people, what's important to them, what are their values, how they think, what they think about, what are their problems, etc. Its all about the people isn't it. God bless and a safe journey for you both.
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