Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church
Serving In South Africa
November 17, 2019
Community: Johannesburg, Orange Farm
Partner: Christian Revival Ministry
Staff: Naomi Bothe
by Naomi Bothe | November 17, 2019 1:32 PM
After a long journey, everyone has safely arrived and are ready to begin this wonderful week of ministry! The team was greeted at the airport by the team leaders, Pastor Josiah and his daughter Grace. After a delicious dinner with Pastor, a brief orientation meeting, everyone has retired early to bed to prepare for the amazing week ahead!
![Arrived!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89581.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 18, 2019 2:06 PM
![First day of ministry](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89589.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 19, 2019 2:20 PM
Today was the first day of construction! We made a ton of progress and were blessed with amazing weather. We are excited to see what we are able to accomplish for the church with the kitchen extension and building so the church can serve the community!
![Construction Day 1](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89599.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 19, 2019 2:26 PM
Today before VBS we met with Martha, the children's minister at church to put together an amazing plan for VBS. Our first day we had 160 children! More pictures of this to come! We expect that number to multiply each day.
![VBS Prep](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89600.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 19, 2019 2:30 PM
![Revival Day 1](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89601.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 20, 2019 2:28 PM
Today was incredible. VBS was a huge hit and we are expecting even more children tomorrow! Please pray for us as we minister to over 200 children.
![VBS Day 2](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89611.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 20, 2019 2:30 PM
![Food ministry prep](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89612.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 20, 2019 2:32 PM
![Food Parcel Delivery](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89613.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 20, 2019 2:33 PM
![Revival!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89614.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 21, 2019 2:00 PM
![VBS Day 3](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89623.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 21, 2019 2:06 PM
The construction project is coming along so well. It's amazing to work along side the church members as well as members of the community. All who care deeply about this building and all it will do for the community. Please pray for strength for the team. The days are full, and we need strength to complete the work we came to do.
![Many hands make light work!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89624.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 22, 2019 1:00 PM
![Orphanage Visit](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89631.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 22, 2019 1:01 PM
We were able to spend time with the children at the orphanage and let them know they are loved by Jesus, and by us.
![Spending time with God's children](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89632.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 22, 2019 1:02 PM
![The leaders](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89633.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 22, 2019 1:06 PM
![Orphanage Visit 2](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89634.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 22, 2019 1:11 PM
![Final Revival Service](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89635.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 26, 2019 10:52 AM
![Elephants and Safari!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89708.jpg)
by Naomi Bothe | November 26, 2019 10:58 AM
Our final day was spent in church on Sunday morning. It was emotional seeing all of our friends for the last time. Testimonies were given, we listened to an incredible sermon by Pastor Josiah, and we fellowshiped. We will deeply miss our friends in Evaton North that we now consider family.
![Final Day - Sunday Service](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11879/89709.jpg)
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