Kisumu & Mombasa, Kenya - Steve and Teryl Brand Serve and Teach in Kenya

Steve & Teryl Brand, empty nesters from the North River Church of Christ in Atlanta, Georgia, have made it a tradition over the past four years to “give their Thanksgiving to Africa”. This year God put it on their hearts, along with their two adult children, to go to two of the smaller churches who have never had outside speakers from the States.

They served first in Kisumu, Kenya, 11/23-24/19, accompanied by Raymond & Lily Musonye from Nairobi. They taught classes on “Emotional and Spiritual Maturity”, “Building Trusting Relationships” and “Optimal Mental Health for Disciples”. Steve preached on “Faith, Risk and God Blessing Your Dreams”.

The following weekend, 11/29-12/1, they saw the sunrise on the east side of Kenya in Mombasa which is over 69% Muslim. They taught, counseled and preached to build up the church, accompanied by Samuel and Eunice Mbuva from Nairobi.

This was the first time either church was exposed to seasoned disciples from the States who gave their vacation time and Holiday to serve them in this way. For many of the children it was their first ever encounter with a Caucasian disciple, as they reached out to touch their skin and Teryl’s hair. “To God be the glory, great things HE has done!”

All of this was made possible by the generous contributions of other US disciples to their non-profit, FREE2THRIVE.org.

The Africa Missions Association (AMA) assisted by making introductions and so facilitating this encouraging visit.