Paul Lonok attacked
There has been an unfortunate incident with one of our translator/evangelists. Paul Lonok is one of the 7 Toposa guys in bible school (see BibleSchool photo-left most one is Lonok), training to become pastors. He and three others are on a practical assignment until January working in Kapoeta with the Toposa, and were helping with our campaign. Last night at the campfire during a praise and worship session, a young man began beating his little sister with a stick. Paul got up and made him stop, but the boy came back with a machete and attacked Paul. Paul’s hand was seriously cut when he put it up to block the blow. The local clinic suggested sending him to Juba to have two fingers amputated. However an EMS missionary in our camp looked at it and recommended sending Paul to Nairobi for medical care.
Patricia with a group of women she’s ministering to.
Rosabei and a painting project
All the pieces to transport Paul to Nairobi for medical treatment have miraculously fallen into place and he should leave in the morning. So please pray for
· Paul’s full recovery from this wound.
· That God would use it for good in Riwoto/Naskal.
· The young man who did this is 15. Resolution of the incident in a way that God is glorified.
· Continued discipleship and leadership development opportunities
· Pastor Patrick, who is leading the new church in Riwoto – for the Spirit’s leading and a powerful ministry
· Women leadership and Bible Storying opportunities
· “spirit of violence” in Riwoto is being acted out amongst children. Please pray for our Children’s Ministry to be effective against this.
· Church plant at Nagiligur (where we are going tomorrow) – long term leader needed
· Reconciliation between the local Commissioner and Pastor James Lokuuda
Posted by on 11/02 at 01:46 AM