Ian and Jenn Stephens are missionaries working with C.H.I.P.S, Children HIV Intervention Programme in Swaziland, to help the orphans and vulnerable children affected by HIV/AIDS pandemic in Swaziland, Africa. Their home base is in Vuvulane and they travel around to various communities testing for HIV, assessing medical needs and treatment options, teaching job skills, providing workshops, and occasionally conducting Crossroads training (character building/positive living/HIV & abstinence). Ian and Jenn's main desire is to share the love of Jesus for each of these precious children while working towards fulfilling the vision of a HIV free Swaziland.

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Thursday, October 11, 2012

6 years and we're home

 As I look at the beautiful mountains and the flowering jacaranda trees, it's hard to believe that we first came to Swaziland six years ago. It has been an amazing six years seeing how the Lord has worked in our lives and all the people He has brought across our path. We are continually blown away by all the opportunities we've had to share the amazing hope love of Jesu with the people here.  We never thought we would call Swaziland home, but it is our home. 

Ian heads to Children's camp this weekend. I don't know who is more excited, the children or Ian! Please pray for them that they would all be safe and that Jesu would work in the hearts of the children. 

Mary's dad, Joseph, passed away earlier this week and she has gone back to Mozambique for a while to take care of all the details. Please lift her up in prayer during this time of sorrow. 

Our Vaseline project will be starting soon and the ladies are all very excited about the project. The Chicken project has received a donation of $300 which was matched by a generous supporter, so that should be able to start soon as well. Progress is being made on building a new home for Gogo Doris.  The weather has been a little bit cooler which is a relief and the internet is working better. 

Love and Blessings! 
Jenn


P.S. - If you want to support our ministry, the fastest way is to make an Online Donation via www.WorldOutreach.org
Go to "Donate" and select our name, Stephens, Ian and Jenn SWAZILAND. The system can process USA and International cards.


Or simply mail your gift to World Outreach Ministries, PO Box B, Marietta, GA 30061 and designate for Ian and Jenn, Fund Code #97.

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