I was incredibly blessed this weekend to spend time with JA and Aaron (the students from Marshall University who were on my trip) at Claytor Lake in Virginia, along with their church from West Virginia, Missio Dei. The Lord blessed our time not only with fun on the lake, retelling of great stories and experiences, but also with deep spiritual conversations and memorable reflection. I loved hearing about how the boys are doing back in the US and back at school, and especially what they are learning and dealing with in light of Zambia and all God revealed to us there. They both desire to serve the Lord more through short/long-term missions. Their hearts encourage my own so much to continue to serve the Lord and understand mission through His eyes. Through spending time with them again the question about further fundraising for Cure Zambia was brought up. Our team leader, Amy, along with Pastor Harold, have decided we are going to raise $1000 dollars to send mosquito nets to the hospital with next year`s Go Team. The Mosquito nets will be used in the hospital for each of the babies (and their mothers) in the ward as well as anyone staying in the guest house or needing long-term housing. I am so glad that this is a practical and vital need that we can supply the hospital. I will be doing some personal fundraising for the nets, but we as a team will raise the $1000 before next summer. If you are interested in donating or finding out more e-mail me at lrwilks@vt.edu. I pray through continued fundraising God will keep the lessons he taught me fresh on my heart and also use me to ignite others to serve with Cure.
