Sunday, June 6, 2010

We are Moving to Africa!

Swaziland, Africa is a small landlocked country in southern Africa, about the size of New Jersey. As small as it is, Swaziland has the highest infection rate of HIV in the world, at a staggering 43%. This pandemic has created not only the lowest life expectancy at 32 years, but also an estimated 95,000 orphans. Although these statistics seem daunting and hopeless, we can help. After our previous mission trips to Swazi, much prayer and guidance from the Lord, we have decided to move our family to this country for the next two years to work with Children's Cup International Relief, a nonprofit organization. But, we can not do this without you! We are asking that you partner with us through one-time donations, monthly support, and daily prayer. By partnering with us, you are helping to run CarePoints throughout the most needy communities in Swaziland. These points of care provide practical needs of the community through daily meals and monthly medical clinics, as well as, school for orphaned and HIV positive children. Outreaches, including weekly Bible Clubs, Day Camps, and Christmas Celebrations, share the eternal hope of Jesus Christ as His love is poured into the lives of the next generation. Please consider coming along side us as we answer God's call on our lives to serve as missionaries with Children's Cup, and bring hope and healing to the children of Swaziland. We are so excited about what lies ahead! We need to raise $30,000 for our start up costs and $4,700 in monthly pledged support for living expenses. Any support you send to Children's Cup, designated for us, will be credited to us in its entirety and is also tax deductible. We plan to be in Swaziland in January 2011. Here are some options to make this possible:
  • Make a check payable to Children's Cup with our name in the memo. Mail to PO Box 400 Prarieville, La. 70769
  • Give online at www.childrenscup.org. Select [Jarreau, Kevin and Jennifer] for your designation.
  • Contact us to fill out form for monthly pledge and automatic payment through credit card or bank draft.
We would love to hear from you and would so appreciate your prayers. You can contact us at: kevin.jarreau@childrenscup.org or jennifer.jarreau@childrenscup.org. Also check out Facebook for updates. Many Blessings, Kevin, Jennifer, Lily, and Gabby

2 comments:

Holly Haase said...

Jenn and Kevin,

I am so happy for you two!!! I know this is what you have been waiting and praying for. We will miss you....bless you and your family!

Love
Holly Haase

Anonymous said...

This is AMAZING, guys! I had no ideas. Praying for endless support for you guys. I know you will be an awesome blessing.

Love,
Rebecca Rossi