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"How shall they hear ..." Romans 10:14

Volume 1 January 1986 Number 5

Many months have

wan^t to do is wish youa1^^^your Christmas season. jim and Cindy

Many of you knowabout our unexpected return to the United bStates. We had returned to Zambia around the cend ofJ uly of last year. It sure was good to be bback and Cindy settled into the Mongu ways dof life just fine. It was difficult at first as there bwas no water (except from 10:30 pm - 8:00 am). 1;This did make it very difficult as we had to fill bcontainers and take baths either very early or vvery late. Just before we left, the water usituation did seem to be improving gradually, s

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itself seemed to be grow-y ing and in general,

things were lookingbright. However, I had been noticing a loss ofcoordination, especially in my legs. It slowlybut surely became worse with time, and Idecided to see a doctor about it. I was advisedto get to a fully equipped hospital immediately. So, two days later my dad, Cindy and Iboarded a plane for South Africa. I spent aweek in a South African hospital, where Iunderwent a series of tests. Nothing conclusive was found and they advised us to return

to the States. We did return, and I was seen bya neurologist who ran more tests. Throughthose tests and the ones in South Africa, Dr.Bey ruled out Multiple Schlerosis, a braintumor, or heavy metal poisoning. He wantedme to come back in a week, so he could see myprogress or regress. In that week, mysymptoms seemed to be a little better, and myreflexes had improved. The strange thingabout this is that at no time did I feel sick orphysically unwell in any way (except for notbeing able to walk straight). The doctor'sword was that he didn't know what caused it,but I had a slight brain inflammation wheremotor skills, especially feet and legs, arecontrolled. I am still experiencing some

symptoms, but they do seem to be gettingbetter. Cindy and I both are thankful for that.I do have one more doctor's appointment, andthen, pending that appointment, we are free toreturn to Zambia. I don't know why all thishappened, or even what happened, but I amthankful for your prayers and support. Thathas sustained us.

When we do return, I will resume buildingthe church building, and Cindy will resumeher ladies' classes. Please pray for the churchwhile we are away, and for Cindy and me aswe travel back. Cindy has some exciting newswhich she will tell you about in her article. Welove all of you.

HOW YOU CAN HELPI debated on putting this in here, but many of you asked how you can help. Below is a list of

expenses. If you can, or want to help, please send a check to our forwarding agent.

Plane ticketsAirport transfer in N.Y.Hospital Costs (What insurance did not cover)Meals, Travel, Accommodations (In South Africa)

$2,400.0075.00

550.00420.00

$3,445.00

We would appreciate your help in this if you are able. We know the Lord is able to meet theseexpenses, and therefore do not worry about how the bills will be paid. (If money comes in after the$3,445.00 is covered, the remainder will be used for the church building. There is still a great needthere.) Make all checks payable to Zambia Christian Mission and send to Zambia Christian Mission,c/o Charles King, at the address given.

THANK YOU DONAND WANDA

Don and Wanda Moore served as ourforwarding agents for a period of 4 years.After this time of faithful service, theyresigned due to their work load and the timeinvolved. We are so thankful for their helpand work in the mission work in Zambia.

WELCOMECHARLES KING

Charles King, a good fnend of both Cindyand me, volunteered to take over as forwarding agent. We are grateful for his willingnessto do this, and he has already proven hiscapability. The address which he uses will bethe same as the one Don and Wanda usedduring their time of service. That address is:

Charles King4050 Shelby St.Indianapolis, IN 46227

Charles' phone number is: (317) 898-4938

SPECIAL THANKS TO UHCCUniversity Heights Christian Church has been my (and is now our) strongest supporting church

for our work in Zambia. Many times I take for gfranted, and shouldn't, the fact that they know howmuch we appreciate them. They have supported our work since June of 1981, and have been faithfulsupporters ever since. Once again UHCC --we love you and appreciate you. Thank you very much.

CINDY'S NOTE

This has definitely been an eventful year,and one of new and learning experiences forme. Jim and I began 1985 as 2 month oldnewlyweds, and I soon discovered whatwinter in Indianapolis is like. Then in theearly spring we left Indianapolis and traveledall through Kentucky, Tennessee, and theCarolinas where I met many ofyou wonderfulpeople. During that time, I learned how topack a suitcase in record time. I also learnedJim's slide program by heart. As summerwore on and the time of our departure drewnearer, I was able to experience first-handfrantic last minute shopping and all that isinvolved in sorting and packing for overseasshipment.

We finally reached Zambia at the end ofJuly and began efforts to get our house intoshape and become involved in the growth ofImwiko Church of Christ as well as thebuilding program. We didn't have an oven, soI learned to make com pones and tortillas onour hot plate. I also discovered that one can doamazing things with an electric skillet. Ilearned how to pasteurize milk and makeyogurt, and how to wash clothes in myneighbor's wringer washer. I learned how toprepare exact portions for meals since our coldstorage was very limited, and developed a newappreciation for the sound of water rushingout of a tap.

During our short stay in Mongu, the Zam-bians I met made every effort to welcome meand help me get settled. There is anothermissionary family in Mongu who are alsodear friends. Between them and Jim'sparents, I learned a great deal aboutZambians and their culture which has helpedtremendously in developing friendships withthem. I am anxious to get back and continue

the ladies' Bible study that I had just begunthree weeks before we left.

Just as everything had really begun rolling,we realized we had to leave for the medicalreasons Jim described earlier in this letter.Suddenly we were on a plane forJohannesburg, South Africa, and two weekslater on a plane for the United States. Thetraveling has been tiring but it has also beenwonderful to get to see or talk to some of youagain.

Right now we are in Texas with my familyfor Christmas. This will be the first time inseveral years that all of my family have beenon the same continent, much less in the sametown. I have four brothers and sisters so thiswill be quite a reunion. Jim's symptoms seemto be getting better and we are so thankful forthat. If all goes well, we will be back in Africasoon after New Year's Day. We really lookforward to returning home. All of this year'sevents and experiences have added up to oneof the best and most blessed years ofmy life. (Idoubt that life with Jim will ever be dull.) As ifthat is not enough, many of you may notknow ~ we are expecting our first child aroundApril 28th. Today I had the privilege ofhearing our baby's heartbeat. Does it get anybetter than this?

We will be returning home soon and areonce again experiencing the panic of lastminute shopping. We are thankful for theopportunity to do this shopping; however, ourluggage space is limited. Many of you haveoften asked what items are unavailable inZambia that would be easy to send. Welearned in those first few months that you cando without a lot of things when you have to,but here are some items I had really taken forgranted here but would certainly enjoy there:

active dry yeast, creamy Italian and Ranchstyle dressing packets, tuna, non-fat dry milk,dry soup mixes, maple flavoring, plasticstorage bags, jello, etc. Also anything for"Baby" would be greatly appreciated. We areattempting to get together the essentials rightnow and I intend to do a lot of sewing betweennow and April. A bed and a few other itemshave been made available to us in Zambia.Besides clothing, things like baby wipes anddry cereals would be a luxury in Mongu. Also,disposable diapers make great packingmaterial.

We appreciate so much your constantconcern and interest in us and especially yourprayers. It has been a real comfort to usespecially during the last month. We love you!

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Volume 5 May, 1986 Number 2

CHURCH BUILDING NEAR COMPLETION

By the timeyou receive thisnewsletter, we , ,:f„7will have moved " Zto our new loca- SStion. This moveis planned forApril 13th, and ^ Lwe sure are look- •" l: * 'ing forward to it. "It has been a ^challenge; it has iv-i ^rbeen frustrating,yet in all it hasbeen a blessing.You can sense

the excitement

of the people asthe building draws near to being completed.

We started the building in October of lastyear from the very beginning. We had to makeour own blocks, haul all of the sand and waterourselves, and do everything by hand. We hadno concrete mixers, (except shovels andmuscles), so that was quite hectic when wepoured the floor slab. After I had paid for our

I Ii| iriiiiiiii|-i| till • • ill water connec-I tion, and boughtj 300 yards worth

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ing could be done. So all of the water usedfor building was carried to the plot in drums.

Once we were well into the buildingprogram, Cindy and I had to make anunexpected trip to the States as I am sure mostof you are aware. That ground the buildingprogram to a halt, but again, nothing could bedone. After our return, we immediately began

again, and have been going full steam eversince.

When we got to roof level. Mom and Dadcame out and Dad helped out with the roof. Itsure was good to have them here, and to beworking with Dad on the church building.

Now that we are about to i^nish, I feelsatisfied and concerned at the same time.

Satisfied that Imwiko Church of Christ willhave their own place to worship, andconcerned that they will have the maturity totake care of the building which was given tothem by you Christians in the States. Pray forthem, pray for us, and pray for the work as itcontinues on.

IMWIKO CHURCH OF CHRIST

Imwiko Church of Christ - a small body ofbelievers, and part of the Kingdom of God. Itis joyful to watch this church grow andmature, and painful to see it stumble and fall.The church is growing, yet you can tell Satanis at work. New members are joining andadding to the fellowship, yet some oldmembers are growing lax and disinterested inthe church. Satan still has a stronghold in theWestern Province, and is constantly at workin the lives ofchurch members. Alcohol is stilla major problem here, along with adulteryand fornication. Yet in the church, the biggestproblem I see on the part of many isindifference. With some, going to church isenough. (Sound familiar?) Real commitmentis good for the missionary or the leaders, but

the average church member, for some reason,doesn't care. That sounds negative, I know,and it is not supposed to, but there is a realneed for commitment on the part ofthe people.I thank God for the ones I see who arecommitted, and take the work of God to heart.In the final analysis, growth at Imwiko isbeing seen; people are coming to the Lord. Butthe church needs your prayers. Prayers thatCindy £uid I will be good stewards of God'swork, and good examples for the people.Prayers for the leaders, that they will leadwith willingness and dedication. Prayers forthe people, that commitment and revival willtake place in their hearts. Cindy and I askthat you make yourselves a part ofthis prayereffort.

MAIL CALL

For the past few weeks, Cindy and I havenoticed a general slowing of all mail fi:om theStates and other places overseas. Many othermissionaries and foreigners here have alsonoticed it. We don't know what the problem is,

but suspect that some ofour mail is not gettingthrough. If you wrote, and didn't receive areply, maybe your letter didn't make it. If so,please try again. We really covet those lettersfrom home. If you haven't written - do so!

PRAYER REQUESTS AND PRAISES

Prayer is an awesome thing. Prayer puts us in touch with theMost High. And the exciting thing is that the Most High listensand wants to hear us! Having that power at our command issomething too good to pass up. Yet so often there isn't enough time,or we forget to pause and let God know what is happening in ourlives. If you have ever believed anything-believe this: God wantsto help. So pause now and then, two or three times a day and speakwith the Most High. "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything byprayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests beknown to God." (Philippians 4:6 NASB)

Requests

1. Imwiko Church of Christ2. Strengthening of Leadership3. Jim and Cindy's ministry4. Safe delivery for Cindy and child5. Dad's health

6. Ladies' Bible Study

Praises

1. Completion of church building2. Improved water situation3. The miracle of new life, both physical and

spiritual4. The home we share together5. The support on which our work thrives

CINDY'S NOTE

Besides having a new church buildingfinished by the time you receive thisnewsletter, we also will have a new addition tothe family. Some days I feel like April willnever get here and other times, I can't figure

out where the time has gone. We are both veryexcited about the baby as the due date drawsnear. People are always interested where Imight have a baby in a place as remote asMongu, Zambia. Well, we are very fortunateto have near us a very fine mission hospitalrun by the Evangelical Church of Zambia.The doctors are Canadian and American and

they and their facilities come highlyrecommended by a number of people whohave gone to them for medical care.

Since we returned to Mongu in January, lifehas been a bit easier. The rains transformedeverything. The weather is much milder nowand we are enjoying having a lawn and agarden. Our water situation has improveddrastically. It goes off very infrequently nowand for shorter periods of time. (That is a realanswer to my prayers.)

The ladies' Bible study is going quite wellbut we need your prayers as I deal with thelanguage and cultural barriers. The group isnot a large one, but the ones who come arevery enthusiastic and genuinely interested ~so that's encouraging.

Jim and I once again want to express howmuch we appreciate all of you. Your interestin and support of our work is not taken forgranted. We realize that it is yourcommitment to missions that helps make itpossible for us to even be here. Your prayers,letters, and support are a great source ofencouragement to us.

With love and gratitude,Cindy Our humble abode

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Volume 5 July, 1986 Number 3

WATCH THEM GROW:Michael Dean and Imwiko Church of Christ

Yes, Michael Deanfinally arrived. As youcan guess, we are indeedthrilled. Of course bothof us think he is abeautiful baby. Life withMichael has changed ourlives, as you areprobably aware, and hasdefinitely added newdefinitions to the word"responsibility." This isone of the most joyousresponsibilities that hascome into our lives. Wedo thank you for all ofyour prayers for safedelivery for both Cindyand Michael. They werecertainly answered.. I'lllet Cindy tell you allabout life with Michaelin her column.

In addition to thearrival of Michael, other Michael Dean Davis

Iexciting things havebeen happening. Asmost of you were aware,we had been involved ina building program forthe church at Imwiko.On the 20th of April, wehad our dedicationservice, and it was ajoyous occasion. Over160 people were present;the building was literallyfull. We had delegations

jj from area churches of alldenominations, and a

l|M special delegation fromthe Berean Church ofChrist in Lusaka. Daddid a terrific job (I'm notbiased, honest) ofpreaching the dedicationservice, and severalChristians from Imwikoand Lusaka participated.

Since the dedicationservice, our churchservices have been goingwell, and improving allof the time. I think thepeople feel more secure orat home now than theydid when we were

meeting at the ImwikoPrimary School. Wehave had 2 baptisms andsome additions also bytransfer. It has been nicenot having to drive 20miles into the bush forthe baptism services.

The church does needyour prayers. As withany congregation, youngor old, Satan seeks todestroy. Imwiko is no Imwiko Church of Christ

exception. ImwikoChurch of Christ needs

improved leadership tocomplement the leadersthey now have. We arenow studying the book ofActs (again), and thatseems to be going well. Iam hoping that throughthis study, people will beable to identify their rolein the church and their

responsibility to God'sKingdom. Please continue in prayer for thiscongregation, and alsofor Cindy and me as welead and involve our

selves in the lives of

people here in Mongu,and in all of Zambia.

PRAYER REQUESTS AND PRAISES

Does prayer sometimes become a chore,instead of a joy and a privilege? I know in myown life this is often the case. I guess it boilsdown to attitude. How do we feel when weenter into our time with the Lord? How is ourattitude? The answers to these questions mayvary, but one thing remains the same-nomatter how we feel, whether joyous orburdened by this world, our Listener is onewho always hears. And His Son is one whoidentifies with our every trouble andweakness, joy and strength. I know that

REQUESTS

1. Study of Acts at Imwiko2. Strengthening and equipping of leaders3. The Lost4. Water situation (poor again)5. Cindy, Rick, and Joshua Massengill with

their new addition

prayer can be a chore, but if we believe thesewords of the Hebrew writer, this chore willturn into joy.

"For we do not have a high priest whocannot sympathize with our weaknesses, butone who has been tempted in all things as weare, yet without sin.

"Let us therefore draw near with confidenceto the throne of grace, that we may receivemercy and may find grace to help in time ofneed." (Hebrews 4:15, 16, NASB)

PRAISES

1. Safe arrival of Michael2. Wonderful Dedication Service3. Baptisms and additions4. Good services at Imwiko5. Dad's improved health6. Cindy, Rick, and Joshua Massengill with

their new addition

7. Our much loved supporting churches andfriends

CINDY'S NOTE

Well, April did finally arrive-in fact we area couple of months beyond it. Michael wasborn about 3 days before his due date and hecertainly took his time about it. I was in laborover 24 hours, and Jim stayed with methrough labor and delivery and was a realsupport to me. We were thrilled to discoverthat Michael was healthy and doing fine. Hewas born at 7:25 a.m., Thursday, April 24th.(Just in time for the daily radio contact at 7:30with Lusaka where Jim's parents werewaiting for the news.) He weighed 7 lbs., 4 oz.,and was 2IV2 inches long, and had a head fullof thick dark hair. The missionaries atLuampa took great care of us until Jim's Mom,Judy, arrived 2 days later. She came homewith us and stayed almost 2 weeks and didEVERYTHING. I don't know how I wouldhave managed without her. Jim's Dad, Dean,joined us for a few of those days. We feelespecially blessed to be able to have familyclose by to share this time with. Judy is now inthe States for a short time in order to help her

David Byemba

Jim, Cindy, and Michael

daughter, Cyndee, in the same way.Jim and I were ready for a break from home

(he after completing the church building and Iafter being pregnant), so we took a trip.Michael has already been across much ofZambia and to Zimbabwe. He even has his

own passport!Since we have been back I have been

learning what it's like to try to accomplishanything while caring for a baby. I amgetting better each day. The load is lightenedsomewhat by a man who works for us, DavidByemba. He has been with us since Novemberand is a tremendous help. He is an excellentgardener, and is willing to help in anycapacity we need him. Lately I have beentraining him to do more work inside the housein order to take a little of the housekeepingpressure off me. I am really thankful the Lordhas blessed us with such a willing and ableemployee. David and his family areChristians, although they attend a differentchurch than ours here in Mongu.

Continue to pray for us as we maintain ourwork here with the added responsibility of achild. We will keep you posted on Mike'sdevelopment and growth (we'll try not to beobnoxious). Know that we love you andappreciate you as always.

Love, Cindy

A SPECIALIt seems as though every newsletter or so we

have a special word of thanks to certaingroups or individuals for that "somethingextra" which they lovingly did. We havereceived packages of food from the BereanSunday School Class of the WoodlawnChristian Church in Knoxvilie, Tennessee,

THANKSand packages of baby items from the LadiesMissionary Society of the Poplar SpringsChurch of Christ in King, North Carolina.To both of these groups we say thank you sovery much for this touch of home here inMongu. We appreciate your love and concernfor us.

SPORTS PAGE

I'm getting too old for this!

That's right, I am at it again. I have joined asoccer team here in Mongu and am enjoyingplaying once again. I am playing with theIndeco Rangers Football Club, and it is quite astrong team. After a rough beginning inMarch and April (1 win, 3 losses, 2 ties), wenow have improved our record to 4 wins, 3

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••How shall they hear . . Romans 10:14

December 1986 Number 4

HAPPY NEW YEAR

MOVE PLANNED IN JANUARY

It has been several months since Drumbeatwas last published, and for that we offer theoldest excuse in the book -- time just got awayfrom us. However, we do hope this letter findsyou all doing well in Christ Jesus our Lord.

As most of you are probably aware, Cindyand I have felt the Lord calling us to Kitwe,Zambia. We are excited about the doors thatthe Lord will open for us, and the possibilitiesof service in Kitwe, and are confident that Godwill use us there. Kitwe is the second largestcity in Zambia, and there are several churchesthere which are starving for leadership. Oneof these is the Parklands Church of Christ,which is an English speaking congregation,and one which I will be working closely with.At the present, this congregation isfloundering, seeking leadership andguidance.

The English speaking work is vital inZambia. English is the national language,and all business and commerce are conductedin English. The trend in Zambia today isurbanization, rather than ruralization.People are moving to the cities, either foreducation, or jobs; there are many reasons.Our aim is to win these educated, trained menand women to the Lord, and disciple them toevangelize Zambia. You see, while the trend istoward urbanization, very few Zambians willcall any big city his home. Usually they willsay, "My home is in such and such a village,in such and such a province." And regardlessof which big city they are in, they will alwaysmake trips back home. The ideal situation isto have these people taking the gospel withthem when they go. The missionary willnever win all of Zambia. Right now we have 8families full time with the ChristianChurches/Churches of Christ, and thepopulation of Zambia is roughly around 6million. It will take the Zambian to win

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Zambia. This also illustrates the fact that wedesperately need more workers here. Thepractice of Biblical discipleship is anextremely effective way of reaching an entireregion or country. In building up strongEnglish speaking congregations, thisprogram or plan can be evidenced, and as aresult, more Zambians will turn their lives toJesus Christ. Cindy and I do seek yourprayers and support in this change ofdirection.

The response to our moving on the part ofthe missionaries here has beenoverwhelmingly supportive. The response ofthe Christians there in the States, for the mostpart, has been one of encouragement andsupport. Yet a few, understandably so, arewondering what will become of Mongu. Ofcourse, Cindy and I will miss Mongu, ourfriends, the church, and life in general here.But we are not leaving Mongu out in the cold.Since January 2, 1983, when the first servicewas held in Imwike, I have been training thechurch to function on their own. My wholepurpose in establishing a church was to buildup the Kingdom of God, and do it to help thembe a part of God's Kingdom so that they couldfunction without the aid of a missionary.Thanks to you Christians in the States, theynow have their own building, a basicallysound leadership, and a growingmembership. This is not to say they don't

need help, they do. That is why Cindy and I(and Michael) will be making trips to Monguevery other month for a long weekend ofpreaching and teaching. So please don't feelas though we have left Mongu, and ImwikeChurch of Christ "out in the cold." Through

much prayer we feel that God has called usinto a new ministry here in Zambia. So pleasepray for us, pray for the congregation here inMongu, and pray for our new work in Kitwe.And if you have any questions or thoughtsplease feel free to write.

LEADERSHIP CLASS FOR ELDERS AND DEACONS

As you read this, I will have finished aleadership training class for the elders anddeacons. I have thoroughly enjoyedpreparing for and teaching this study. Theclass lessons are not really introducinganything new, rather it is reviewing thingswhich have already been taught and learnedover the years. The purpose is to prepare themen to take over (in many ways they alreadyhave) once Cindy and I move to Kitwe. Theclasses dealt with various topics, such as theirown personal lives, discipleship, personalevangelism, preaching, stewardship, falseteachings they might encounter, and variousother Bible doctrines and instructions. Themen have responded well, and one asked if itwas all right if he taught these things toothers also. I said that that was the whole ideabehind the class -- to help them teach others.Attendance has been good, with the exceptionof one disappointing day when only twoshowed up. But that is the way it goessometimes. However, I am encouraged andconfident in their ability to grow in Christ inthe coming years. We do covet your prayers

for the leaders and the congregation as theystrive to serve Jesus Christ here in Mongu.

Left to Right: Geoffrey Munene, Elder; NawaMushimbei, Deacon; Alec Chilander, Deacon;Lenard Kashweka, Elder; Francis Mudenda,Elder; Freddie Mulopo, Deacon. (Notpictured:Christipher Jaluso, Elder; LacksonNamonda, Deacon.)

WORKERS NEEDED!Jesus said, "The harvest is plentiful, but the

workers are few. Therefore beseech the Lordof the harvest to send out workers into HisHarvest" (Matthew 9:37,38 NASB). No doubtyou have heard many missionaries quotethese two verses to stir people to action to gointo the fields. This is yet another. So manytimes the pleas of missionaries for moreworkers fall on deaf ears. We hope this is notthe case with you. Recently I have writtenspecific individuals about the possibility ofworking here in Zambia, and now I amdirecting this to you. The need is great. Thereare so many areas here which have not beenreached, and also many which need help inleadership training, pastoring, doctrinal

teaching and more. The small town ofMumbwa and its surrounding area has about20 churches ofChrist, and no one to help them.The Copperbelt area, which is the industrialcenter of Zambia, has at present one full timemissionary family. (There will be two whenour family moves to Kitwe.) This area needsabout 10 families. Even though Cindy and Iare moving, Mongu still needs workers. Theseare just a few areas which I have mentioned.There are countless others here in Zambiawhere the "harvest is plentiful, but theworkers are few." Pray about this situation,that the work force here might increase, sothat the harvest can be brought in. The needis real, and the need can be met by you.

PRAYER REQUESTS AND PRAISES

REQUESTS1. More laborers2. Our family as we move3. That the church here will grow and

remain strong4. The economic and political situation here

in Zambia

THANKS AGAINSince our last issue of Drumbeat, we have

been pleased with packages from home for usand especially for Michael. We want to thankall of you for your love and thoughtfulness.We wish we could list all of the churches andindividuals here which sent packages, butspace does not permit it. But please know thatwe deeply appreciate it.

Recently, it is sad to say, our mail hasdwindled to a trickle. In the past three weekswe have not received any personal letters fromthe States. Other missionaries arecomplaining of the same thing. We feel thatitmay be getting held up somewhere, so weencourage you to keep writing. "Like coldwater to a weary soul, so is good news from adistant land " (Proverbs 25:25 NASB).

PRAISES

1. The growth at Imwiko2. The ministry we had here in Mongu3. The constant joy Michael brings4. Improved water situation (again)

I'm big and tough, so don't give me no guff...But I do thank you for all the stuff.

CINDY'S NOTE Cindy's notewill be back in the next issue of Drumbeat -Jim hogged all the space this time!

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