Dear friends,
2022 is off to an exciting start for ILF as we continue witnessing God’s vision unfolding in ways beyond our imagination and strength. Earlier this month, (February) we visited the communities in Mankneh and Mamansu in Sierra Leone. Witnessing how ILF Africa team was growing in their faith and spiritual leadership was a testament to God’s holistic vision in action. From the new partnership with Branda Medical center (to perform extensive lifesaving hernia surgeries), to working with local spiritual strength SOJO Ministry and Reverend Sidie Papayo to strengthen ILF’s Holistic Outreach. Working together, led by the Holy Spirit to form a deeper and more relational connection with surrounding communities. We also were excited to meet the new Revive Africa Jr. High students for the first time (the only free Christian secondary school in the region).
ILF has been active in Sierra Leone since 2016 and as we serve these communities in the past 6 years, we continually are reminded that community transformation is a relational process rooted in care, grace, love and most importantly patience. That God is in no hurry and when we rid ourselves of the desire to achieve, to arrive and to measure based on our earthly standards, He will start a revelation in us, through us and by us… one layer at a time, one hope at a time, and one life at a time.
And you are a very important part this relational process. Your prayers, support and your partnership are all instrumental in our journey. With you alongside, we feel privileged to be a part of this global community that is set to
Empower, Engage, Equip and Serve in the name of Jesus.
We are grateful.
A holistic ministry that:
EngagesLF’ Soccer program was created in 2019 by volunteers and since, it has become an important part of our ministry to engage the youth in the communities. Record juggle today was 102 from a child close to 10 years old! |
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EmpowersILF’s secondary school is the first in the area and serves students from ILF’s primary village but also surrounding areas. |
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ServesA new partnership! Branda Hospital will be completing 10 new hernia repair surgeries per week as our wait list has increased due to the significant need in the country. |
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“Be the Doers of the Word and not Hearers only.”
James 1:22
Check out what’s new!
Holistic EducationThis episode: “Leadership” Throughout the New Testament, we see the principle of leading by example being taught and demonstrated by Jesus and the Apostles. Hear More |
Health & WellnessA third of West Africa’s population are between the age of 10–24. These youth are growing up in an environment plagued by poverty, limited educational opportunities, health threatening diseases, and weak social control Learn More |
ILF’s holistic ministry entails more than sponsoring a program. It goes beyond short-term, relief-oriented aid. It is a promise of hope, it is a confirmation of God’s grace. Thank you for helping us to make an impact.
