Looking back I am greatful for the chance to be part of what God is doing in Zanzibar. As final serving act we painted the church in Stone Town, together with the congregation. They were so eager to paint that we left the idea of painting it neatly. We did our best to finish is well, but it was also good that the congregation participated. That is worth much more than a perfectly painted building. They were very excited about their "Christmas present". As previously noted, our budget was tight so the team pitched in to buy the paint for...
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After a great weekend of intense preparation, we are finally on the Island of blue beaches and white sand where locals are still enslaved by Islam. The first weekend was devoted to getting to know the Zanzibar and Islam context, getting to know one another, preparing ministry like a dance and puppet show and mainly making sure that everybody is spiritually ready for what is coming. I know that this team is handpicked by God and it is amazing how well we work together. One theme started with the planning of this journey and continued to surface during the weekend:...
As I prepare for my second Zanzibar trip, I am equally excited and nervous. Excited to see the people and the island again, excited to see what God has in store for us and the people of Zanzibar, excited to once again go off to a new place and tell them the good news. I am, however, also nervous. Nervous, because I know God planned this trip way ahead. The team leaders have been thinking and praying about returning ever since they went to Zanzibar in June 2007. I have been thinking and praying about returning since my trip there in June 2008. I know...
Zanzibar is not only a honeymoon destination, but also an island of poor people hungry and ready for the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Zanzibar was Arab territory for centuries. They brought slavery and Islam onto the island. Slavery was abolished, but the overwhelming influence of Islam lingered. 95 % of the population in Zanzibar is Moslem, most of them very devoted. Few women are educated, and speak only Swahili. 8-22 December a team of 10 young people will visit the island to serve and support the few Christians in Zanzibar. We will stay in a town called Bububu on the west coast....
