Living Water Update

Last Christmas the CNX community raised some money to help build clean water wells in Liberia. Although it took longer than expected, our giving finally paid off for folks on the other side of the globe. Here's a letter from the guy who led the trip to install the new well we helped donate. There's also a letter from a local, Liberian pastor below.





Hello Friends,

In July I went with a group of 11 young adults to Liberia with the specific intent of ministering to Yangaryah. Yangaryah is a remote village (it took two days of travel to even reach the village), but the both my group and the people of Yangaryah were excited about what God would accomplish during this trip. By God’s grace, much was accomplished. Most importantly, we installed our very first well with a solar-powered pump. The estimated cost of this unusual well was $10k, and I wanted to confirm with you that 100% of the generous donation from your church supported this much needed pump.

Besides being able to provide this village with a constant supply of fresh water, our group had much time to minister to the spiritual needs of the people. Within the past year, the Jesus Video has been translated into Gola, which is the native language of most tribes in the area. Besides the wonder of viewing a movie, the ability to hear and understand the film in their native tongue is truly sensational. News of this “wondrous” event spread quickly, and we were able to show the video to large crowds five times! Many decisions were made for Christ. We also performed four medical clinics and repaired two other nearby pumps that had been damaged. Your donations made a physical and spiritual impact on these lives. Please continue to pray for this village.

This past weekend, we received an email from a Liberian pastor in that area. Pictures are also attached from the July trip. Please let your congregation know that they have made a great impact for Christ in Liberia!!

Roland


Email from Pastor Sam:

Roland,

I visited Yangaryah a week ago, and the people fance the water pump.

They also fance the solar including the pump. The leadership also put in place

security system to keep watch. The people of Yangaryah are so greatful to God, and

the Water of Life family for such a gift. CRCA also say thanks for your good work.

Pastor Sam

7/31/08