Ok, I’m not really a beggar. BUT I wanted to share with you people my efforts at gaining support for Africa. Here is an excerpt from a letter I have sent/will continue to send to various friends, organizations, relatives and random people on the street.
Shameless? Maybe. Educational? You betcha.
“In May 2009 I graduated from Western Kentucky University. During my time at WKU I studied Public Relations and French. I studied communication because I think it is a powerful tool to promote change in the world. I also wanted to be able to give a voice to those who do not have the opportunity to be heard on their own. I studied French to give myself a global perspective, as I am very interested in international affairs.
My goal in life is to help as many people as possible. Humanitarian work is very important to me, as well as the lives of those living in poverty across the world. I have been given so much and feel it is my duty to give some of that back. Whether that be by building houses, shoveling manure, or sharing the word of Christ (or all of the above).
I have been given the amazing opportunity of traveling to Mozambique, Africa this summer to be an intern for an organization there. The name of the non-profit community is Malo Ga Kujilana. It is a non-profit resource center that serves the surrounding community while sharing Christ’s love. Further information about the center can be found at http://kujilana.org. I encourage you to take a moment and read about the organization.
I plan to travel to Mozambique on June 18, 2010 and come back a month later. I will be able to live on a small amount of money while there, but must contribute some in order to keep the center running. Also, plane tickets to Africa can be expensive. I do not want to lose the opportunity to serve there because of money.”
Obviously I am not asking any of you for money. Prayers are always accepted though!
I am becoming increasingly excited about this opportunity. I want to keep you informed so you can come along for the ride. Its going to be an incredible journey. In fact, it already has been!
