My first time in a town called Eburru was in 2005. Eburru is a town in the mountains, filled with Kikuyus, with no running water and electricity. We helped put up a church which really just consisted of tarps tied together. But they served their purpose well.
On our first night we held a church service and shared the importance of having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. A man named Jeff was inside the church. He heard the Message of Hope, but at that moment, did nothing. Hours later, at 2 am, Jeff found his way to Pastor Steve’s house. Jeff explained to Pastor Steve that he couldn’t wait any longer to ask Jesus to forgive his sins and begin a relationship with him and wanted Pastor Steve’s help.
That was in 2005. This summer I was back in Eburru. The church is still growing strong, and is still using those tarps to keep out the rain and wind. Between 2005 until now Jeff became and elder and leader at the church. Wow!
Just today I spoke with Pastor Steve. Pastor Steve explained that they have about 120 displaced people in Eburru. He said it is not directly affecting them, but indirectly. Most of the congregation has little to no money, and now they have extra mouths to feed.
Please pray for the provision of food and supplies for the beautiful, mountainous town of Eburru.
More heavy on my heart today is the next item of prayer Pastor Steve asked for…Jeff is missing. He has been missing since last week. People have been searching for him, but no leads have been made.
Please hope and pray with us for the return of Jeff.
We are praying!