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Cambodia – Hearts Of Gratitude

We started our travel to Cambodia with the team of 19 being split into two groups. In the end, those two teams traveled for 5 days, spent 53 hours on the road, including busses and trains, crossed 2 borders while making our way across 1670km. We constantly thanked the Lord the that He had protected and provided for us during this time of travel. Thank you to all those back home praying for the teams as well, we appreciate it so much! We arrived in Cambodia and were immediately welcomed by a very friendly host. He is from Australia and has been living in Cambodia for many years. It was...

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Multiple Vessels In Argentina

In Argentina, we had the opportunity to minister in two different places: Mendoza and Buenos Aires. We split into two groups, giving us the opportunity to experience two very different places and more opportunities to be used as vessels for the Lord. Firstly, Buenos Aires: We met Pastor Juan and Lily, stayed at their church, and served them wherever we could. During our time there, we did some physical work around the church. The ladies painted a memorial, while the men built a wall. It was a privilege to serve in practical ways and contribute to the church. The ladies also...

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Paraguay: Helmet of Salvation

The Countryside made me realise what beautiful landscapes South Africa and Paraguay share. A land where hospitality and generosity are so evident. I introduce to you, Grizelda. A middle-aged Paraguayan woman in the midst of fasting. Our team of 19 people divided into smaller groups of 3, to do a hitch-hike of 300km in one day. During one of our “standing next to the road moments”, this mother stopped in the middle of the road, cars behind her piled up and began hooting, but she climbed out and started helping us load our big bags in her car, patiently. She invited us for a lunch...

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Thailand – A Joy-Filled Blessing

When we entered Thailand, we found ourselves without accommodations. I received a message that night from one of my friends saying, “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, oh Lord, will keep me safe.” – Psalm 4:8. By the Lord’s provision and answered prayers, we found accommodations and were able to lay our heads on a bed in a room with air-con. During our stay there, Uné felt on her heart to have a personal check-up with each individual on the team. We felt here that the ministry was ourselves – to reflect, acknowledge growth, and pinpoint where...

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Vibrant and Colourful Brazil

Westbound’s time in Brazil began on the 4th of June. We were greeted by a lovely and passionate group of people who would be our hosts for the next 17 days: Igreja Atitude (Attitude Church). We stayed at their missions base in Jandira, while the church itself is based in Alphaville, São Paulo. The distinction between the two areas is quite noticeable—Alphaville is a wealthy neighbourhood, while the missions base is located in a less fortunate community. We were taken straight from the airport to the missions base, where we met some of the staff we would be working with. They...

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