ORPHANS IN SUDAN

Where did these orphans come from?
In the past 20 years or so, the extremists from the north have periodically invaded Southern Sudan.  They take the women and girls hostage, attempt to kill the men, and chase the boys away.  In May of 2007, while Dean was there, 200 orphans were brought from northern Sudan down to southern Sudan and “dumped” on the doorstep of a village in Sudan near Darfur.  50 of these orphans were passed on to another village.  150 of these orphans, however, remained in the village near Darfur. Over time, more orphans were added to this initial group, and we now have a total of 549 orphans who need a great deal of help.

Update

Crossway International is using water wells, the care of 549 orphans, a medical clinic, and the Crossway Christian School as a means of gaining a hearing for the gospel.  In many places in Africa people suffer from water-borne diseases from drinking contaminated water.  To reduce the need for medication to treat these ailments, we have drilled 3 water wells in this village. We also use this “physical” water to introduce others to the “Living Water”, Jesus Christ.  To read more about this project, go to www.buckadaywater.com.

Support an Orphan

Now you can support one of these orphans by giving at least $35/month to the orphan ministry in Sudan. Visit crosswayorphans.org and get to know the orphans. You will be able to quickly and easily process a recurring support payment online or request more information from our office.

Medical Clinic

In November of 2008, we lost one of our orphans to cholera, due to lack of medication. We’re making every effort now to ensure that does not happen again. We also, in May of 2009, had 20 cases of Malaria. So please pray for the continued funding for this medical clinic.

Crossway Christian School

All 549 orphans are enrolled in our school and we have 10 devoted teachers who serve faithfully in sharing the gospel and teaching the Bible. In fact, the only book we have in the school right now is the Bible. We are hoping to expand their studies in the area of mathematics, history, social studies, etc… Right now we have only 5 black boards and very, very limited school supplies. We see these orphans as our little army from God, to lead to Christ, and to send out throughout this region. If you can help in any way with the support needs of this school, please let us know. (It is too costly to ship materials from the U.S. to Sudan at this point, so your prayers and financial support would be the greatest help)

In Addition

These projects have opened doors for Dean to teach two pastors conferences, once in 2007 to 135 leaders and a second time in 2009 to some 35 pastors. We are also working closely with Pastor Samuel Kur, the lead pastor of this village and area and plan on various evangelistic events in the future.

At CrossWay International, we know we can’t help everyone, but we can help someone.

Dean in Sudan

Drilling a Well in Village near Darfur, Sudan

The Village Kids in a community near Darfur, Sudan

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