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I must say that I’m very excited to report that I now have a new stove! Thanks to the ladies Bible class of the North MacArthur church of Christ, as well as the Airport church of Christ, and a few other individuals, we were able to purchase a new stove. This will make cooking so much easier, in fact, it already has! We are able to use it whether or not the power is on, due to the fact that it relies solely on propane.

We have hit the ground running since we’ve been back in Tanzania. It’s hard to believe that we’ve been back for a week and a half. Last Thursday, Thanksgiving, we drove to Arusha and spent the day with the other missionaries. The day included a feast of food, thanks to everyone pitching in together, visiting, and some fun and games, for children and adults alike.

Saturday we returned to Arusha for the graduation of the Andrew Connally School of Preaching. Jacob was among those who graduated this year. He is still short a few classes, since he started late due to the timing of our arrival in Tanzania, and he also missed the last session while we were on furlough; however, he was still allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony. We are very proud of him, and the perseverance that he has shown, especially since he has faced some uniquely challenging circumstances.

Last Wednesday one of our members at Moshi asked for prayers on behalf of a neighbor, who has been suffering with an illness for about two or three years. We offered to go visit the neighbor, and so we went after services that same evening to try and visit. The man was sleeping at the time, but we were told that perhaps we could come back. We made arrangements to go back Sunday afternoon, which we did. It turns out that the man, who is a retired doctor, has Parkinson’s disease. It has debilitated this man physically, but his mind is still sharp. During the course of our visit, we offered to come back for a Bible study, and both the doctor and his wife agreed that they would like such. So, today George and I went to their home for our first Bible study. They seemed very pleased, and want to continue having weekly studies. It is great for us, because they speak fluent English, and therefore have no need of a translator. That is a rare treat for us, since we don’t have to rely on a third person.

This morning George made a quick trip down the road to pick up our milk. After he returned with the milk, began the pasteurizing process, and then George and I headed back out for our Bible study. Afterwards, we went to town to pick up some groceries, since we had company coming for supper. This evening we enjoyed a good visit with the Mwakabanje family. Their family of six came over for supper, which Julia prepared the bulk of.

Luke and Lindsey have started back with their school studies. Last week they eased into it with a lighter load, but this week they are doing more. There won’t be much of a holiday break, since furlough took so much time away from their school work.

Please keep in your prayers Dr. Joachim and Nancy Tesha, as they begin studying, as well as our work here, in general. We want what is best for the growth of the kingdom here in Tanzania, and God to be glorified in all that we do.

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Comments

[Donevy]

Ha
Say, does Jacob feel like a holiday tree? I guess as long as he doesn't feel like the Thanksgiving turkey he's alright...right? Smile. Donevy

[Donevy]

Duh-
Say, I forgot, congratulations, Jacob! God bless. Donevy

[kup]

Glad you are back in the saddle so to speak and enjoying your work in Moshi again. The New Stove sounds wonderful and I know, having stuck my feet up under your table several times, it will be used to the greatest good. I was thinking that you probably won't be cooking on the Barbi much with the new all gas stove, too bad, because there are not many women I know that can cook a graduation cake like the one you made on a barbi. You are something else woman!! Have a wonderful week. With much love and a bushel basket full of good wishes, hugs and thanksgiving for all the good work your whole family is doing in Tanzania. God bless. just ken

[windell]

Congratulations
The Airport congregation was glad to help you buy a new stove. Your visit recently was a great encouragement to us. Jacob, congratulations upon your graduation. We look forward to much fruit harvested to the Master by you and all the George Jensen family. God bless all of you in faithful labors in His Cause.