I enjoy traveling to every country where FCM has established partnerships but no group of people move my heart like the Africans. Many Americans travel frequently to Central and South America but it is rare to hear of a group leaving for Africa.
I landed in Entebbe, Uganda yesterday to prepare for the 22 team members that will be arriving on Friday night. In addition to finalizing the logistics that accompany any trip, FCM has purchased $3,000 for emergency food distribution to take place through Grace Fellowship Church in the slums of Kampala, Uganda's capital city of some 3 million. The ministry has also purchased $1,000 worth of Bibles to be distributed through partner churches in the "up-country", including Masaka, Ngomannene, and Luwero. Providing people with food for their stomachs and eternal nourishment for their souls would not be possible without the hundreds of generous donors that support FCM....thank you!
This year's team is double that of last year and is made up of individuals from four states: Alabama (Roll Tide!), Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee. The team will focus their efforts in four areas: carnival, discipleship training, medical, and evangelism. I hope you visit the blog daily and follow their efforts over the next week.
I am so proud to serve with this great group of guys and gals. They are traveling out of desire, not duty and I am fully confident that God is going to use them to glorify his Son.
- Tripp Skipper
President of FCM
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So good to read this update. I passed it along to friends who I know are praying for your team and the two weeks in Africa. I'm so proud of you and the calling God has placed on your life for these people. Stay safe. We will be with Sarah and Anna this Sunday through Wednesday before traveling on to Dothan. We'll miss you !!
We're praying for ya'll! Thanks for posting the updates! - Whitney Shelnutt
Tripp, you are so gifted and talented. I am so thankful you use his gifts for the Kingdom. I pray for traveling mercies and a hedge of protection around you and the team...may our Father be glorified in everything that takes place.
Martha Jones
San Antonio, TX
God has been so good to
allow you to be a part of such a wonderful ministry. I will pray for
your protection as you serve your brothers and sisters in Christ. I know God will use you and the team in a mighty way. You are such a servant of God. To Him Be the Glory.
Bertha Briley (a friend of your mom at Tillman's Corner Baptist)
Our Church is praying for your safety and for the miraculous move of the Holy Spirit in your work there. Blessings to all.
Genece Arnold
We are glad to have you here in Uganda, Tripp and the team. It's a great Article posted and was delighted to read about the $3,000 and $1,000 purchase for the Food and Bibles respectively! I am one of those Tripp and the team, FCM are sponsoring here in Uganda and I can't wait to see you once again. God Bless You Mightily and I Love all of you guys! God, through FCM has really provided hope for a brighter future of me and daily give back the Glory to the most high God!
Festo - Sponsored by FCM
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