Hey everybody! I hope things are going well for all of you! I am in the middle of my 2nd quarter at Metro here in Omaha, and it is going well. I have been busy lately with school and my two jobs, but am very content and having fun being busy. As most of you know I have been on three missions’ trips to Central America, which have all been incredible! I am thrilled to inform you that a fourth trip has presented itself. I will be leaving the country for six weeks in August to go and serve in Kenya with my good friend Lauren Schneider.
Kenya is located in Africa along the east coast. The surrounding countries are Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia, and Somalia. Lauren and I will be spending most of our time in the city of Kisumu, which is located in western Kenya next to Lake Victoria.
While in Kenya, we will be spending our time at R.O.C.K. Ministries International (www.rockministriesinternational.org). R.O.C.K. is a non-profit Christian organization in Kisumu. Its primary focus is reaching out to street children and orphans in Kenya. Currently, R.O.C.K. is a permanent home for about 40 children ages two to twenty. R.O.C.K. provides a safe home, food, education, and a positive Christian atmosphere for the children.
The main focus of our trip is to work with the children at R.O.C.K. We will be doing a Vacation Bible School with the younger children and then doing more one-on-one and small group time with the older kids. Many of the kids need love, a good friend, and a positive influence in their lives. Lauren and I want to make an impact in Kenya, by witnessing to and serving others.
I am extremely excited for this trip, because it is something I have dreamed about since I was a little girl. My heart has always been pulled towards children who live in poverty. I want to be able to make a difference in their lives, and show them love and Jesus. This is another step towards my goal in being a voice for those who have no voice.
I want to thank each and every one of you for your support as we journey to Kenya. Lauren and I would really appreciate your prayers at this time. Some prayer points are planning, expenses, safety and health, spiritual and physical preparations, and fulfillment of God’s plan and purpose. Your prayers would be most helpful in sending us there! We roughly estimate that it will cost $3,300 for each of us. If you feel lead to you can financially support us by sending your money to Waypoint Church P.O. Box 31249 Omaha, NE 68131. If you would like to send it to me specifically just put "Rachel Ehrenberg- Kenya" on the memo line.
I know God has a specific plan for my trip to Kenya. I am so excited to share this opportunity with you! You can expect a few more letters before I leave regarding plans and prayer requests. Thank you so much for being such a significant person in my life! Your prayers and support are greatly appreciated!
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20
