Did you know that TWR has two audio channels delivered via satellite in Africa? This not only gives cable TV listeners the chance to hear God’s Word but this is a great opportunity for local FM radio stations to capture and broadcast TWR programs proclaiming the good news of the gospel.
The first two weeks of May the technicians from the transmitting station here in Benin and I were in Burkina Faso. A team from Canada gave training to the technicians from Benin and to the local technicians on how to install satellite downlinks so radio stations in Burkina Faso can broadcast TWR programs. During this two week trip a total of seven satellite downlinks were installed, with most of the installations being done by the trainees. It was very exciting to see these technicians receive and apply this training. Praise God for this great success
Another great event that happened since my last blog is that Chris and Christine, who are dear friends, came to Benin for a visit. Their visit was a huge encouragement to us. Thank the Lord for their visit.
At the risk of being to repetitive, the requests that I mentioned in my last blog for prayer for the shortwave license, NGO report and staffing needs are still very significant needs. Continue to pray that the shortwave license will give the needed flexibility. Next week a colleague will come to Parakou to, Lord willing, finish this report. Pray that this report can be completely finished then. Your continued prayers for more staff are greatly appreciated.
On the family front, Rift Valley Academy, where Nehemiah goes to school, requires that Nehemiah have two guardians in Kenya. These guardians keep Nehemiah during mid-term breaks and are available should he need something RVA cannot provide. One of the guardians will be returning to the States to accept a teaching position at Rosemead School of Psychology in California. Hence we are looking for an additional guardian. Please pray that we are able to find a suitable guardian. If you know of anyone in Kenya that could feel this role please let us know!