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Elizabeth’s Heart for Boma
Elizabeth Guerino went to Boma in 2013 with her dad as members of a team from Harvest Community Church in Hillsboro, OR. Elizabeth’s heart for Boma is evidenced by her continued focus on praying for the community.
Kachipo Girl First to Study in Kenya
Last week I spoke with a John Donyi, a missionary to the Kachipo people in Boma, through Facebook Messenger. I was shocked that the technology...
Boma Children are Adjusting to Their New Life in Kenya
The Boma children are adjusting to their new life in Kenya but it has not been without its challenges even as the little things in their new world...
50 Day Challenge
The 50 Day Challenge is “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6 SEA Partners...
Advocacy for Peace in Washington, DC.
Last week I participated in a program of advocacy for peace in Washington, DC. The Coalition of Advocates for South Sudan (CASS) supports a just and...
New Partnerships in Kenya Supporting Missions in South Sudan
Developing new relationships is critical to the continued mission of SEA Partners and provides a foundation of support, encouragement, and the exchange of new ideas. Zack Wangi, Pastor of City of Light Fellowship, was a Project Coordinator in Boma, South Sudan in 2011.
8th Grade Children Arrived Safely in Kenya
After three weeks that were full of challenges, the support of several generous partners has given these 8th grade children hope. I was told last...
Great News from South Sudan: Updated
Great News from South Sudan…Faith Learning Center in Boma received food for the children’s school feeding program.
Boma School Term Completed in Boma
The first term of the 2016 school year at Faith Learning Center is now completed and the students finished all their work in fine fashion. Due to the tribal conflict a few weeks ago, all the families moved to Lower Boma for additional security. While there is now relative peace in the area, the people felt it was better to remain down the mountain until they are assured of security in Upper Boma.
Tribal Conflict Comes to Boma
Tribal conflict in Boma, South Sudan had a devastating effect when the village of Kaywa was burned to the ground. The local villagers are in dire need of food and shelter. Are you willing to help?
The True Meaning of Easter from Boma, South Sudan
Tapala is a seventh grade boy who is very bright. He hopes someday to become a pastor or teacher. On one recent day in Boma, Tapala inspired me and...
Healing and Restoration in Boma, South Sudan
Healing and restoration in Boma, South Sudan is seen through the story of Joseph, a young 5th grade boy.
Back to School in Boma, South Sudan
Remember those first days back to school when you were a child? Remember the excitement and eagerness of entering a new grade as well as the...
Raising Hope 150 Begins in 2016
Our mission is to serve God through educating children and pastors, advancing community development, and partnering with other people and...
Successes in Boma: Raising Hope 150
As we close the year, I want to thank you for all your prayers and support. This has been a fantastic year and God has provided in a mighty way...
Boma, South Sudan: A Year in Review
Henry Okumu, our Director in Africa, sent me a note this week from Boma, South Sudan that I wanted to share with you. Boma, South Sudan: A Year in...
Health and Sanitation in Boma, South Sudan
This week my attention was drawn to one of the five initiatives of SEAP in Boma – Community Health. Henry Okumu, our Director in Africa explained...
Education in Boma, South Sudan
In this final installment from Director Henry Okumu, our focus is on the school, Faith Learning Center. This school is the only educational...
Growth in SEA Partners Agriculture Program in Boma, South Sudan
In this second update, Henry provided us with news of the growth in the SEA Partners' agriculture program in Boma, South Sudan. Due to our success...
Foster Girls from South Sudan Doing Well in Kenya
Personally, this first of three updates I recently received from Henry was timely and a tremendous blessing to me. Saturday night I attended a...