GET READY FOR GO

2012 is here and 2 months are almost gone. There is no stopping time. We are all rushing around, trying to get ready. This ministry works in many areas and has many dimensions to its outreach. Before the Chariots can go out and school starts, there is a number of things that need to be repaired and put in place for things to happen. This year is especially exciting, because of the new Chariot that is going to be built for Ghana, but also our faithful chariots will be getting new bodies put on them. 10 years and 10,000 baptisms plus minus. They are worn & torn and deserve a bit of tender loving care. It is important that we keep our machinery in order to fight the good fight. Thank you, Lord, and please help us reach even more in the next 10 years. You give the increase.

Above shows the 2 Gospel Chariots that are now in the process of being refurbished.

As you can see the bodies have been removed and are now standing at the body builders.

This is Chariot 2 with no body on it. Waiting for some attention. This is the 4x4 Chariot that travels north into Namibia, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania and Mozambique.

Above shows the new chassis being put on Chariot 2.

Here we have Chariot 1 with the new body being assembled. The preaching stage will slide out from underneath the body this time round. We have also snipped a little off the tail

All systems go with the body builders, doing the finishing touches on the doors and side compartments. The chariot will now go into the spray shop and get a complete spray job. Then it will be the sign writing, advertizing God's word.

NEW GOSPEL CHARIOT

Above shows the Mercedes Benz Atego truck we are trying to purchase for Ghana. However, this has not happened yet due to cross border problems at this time. We are still waiting on the dealership in Ghana to come back to us regarding the vehicle being bought in Ghana ordered in Germany and shipped to South Africa first, for a body to be put on. Then shipped to Ghana with no import/export problems in South Africa. We know this can be done, but it has been a little difficult getting the dealership in Ghana on board. We should get an answer from Germany soon.

2011 GOAL. Thank you Lord.

Remember our 2011 goal was to establish an evangelistic Christian Book Store in Atteridgeville. GCM managed to assist with the refurbishing of a building in front of the Atteridgeville Church of Christ. We managed to do that and then shipped a container of christian books and shelves. It is all a reality now. Have a look at the completed evangelistic outreach center in Atteridgeville under the eldership of that congregation. We pray that this work touches many, many lives.

Some of the leaders taking a breather after working to set this ministry up. Team work...amen.

Above shows some of the youth also helping set up the ministry of a very busy main road.

Above shows the shelves and books all packed out for people to now come in and interact with this ministry and Church of Christ evangelists. The leaders have big dreams. All GCM has done, was asked them to take a ministry we don't have the time to run. They have tremendous potential and will do a better job than us. We have to learn to delegate. It is not how much one does, but how much one encourages others to do. Team work is dream work.

PLETTENBERG BAY

Above shows our short term school in the Cape that needed a bit of a repair. As you can see the toilet is outside the back door. We managed to break it down and convert it into an in-house toilet with shower. There is always repairs and maintenance needed at the different offices and schools. It is a costly exercise, but nothing compared to, if one had to rent/hire a facility.

Above shows the walls being built before building a bathroom connecting the house.

Above shows the shower pushed into the one corner of the extension.

Above shows the construction workers joining the two rooms to the new bathroom.

VENDA

School will start in Venda come month-end. Above shows brother Malindi standing in the kitchen with new burglar proofing on the windows. Crime and theft is prevalent in South Africa. It is sad at times when you build up and others break down and steal the Lord's possessions. Well done Venda. Keep on looking after what is the Lords.

Above shows burglar proofing also on the student rooms.

And then there is the finishing touches in the kitchen. Remember this school was build some 3 years ago and it is still going and great things are happening. They are now busy converting a classroom into a library for the school. We are hoping to get books from the US for all our short term schools. I will be campaigning in Venda during the first week in July, but also at the lectureship in April. It is going to be GREAT......Well done Venda.

Below shows some of the souls being baptized into Jesus.

TO GOD BE THE GLORY.

GHANA: NEW GOSPEL CHARIOT

Our goal has always been to build a New Gospel Chariot for West Africa. Well, God has provided and we will be building one in 2012. But what country will it be based out of and who will oversee it? Once again, God has provided. I have been communicating with brethren in Ghana and was then invited to speak at the Heritage Christian College, but also invited to meet with the board and elders. I traveled up in early December and was very well received. Some of the key leaders and I met back in 2000 in South Africa when we hosted the Africans Claiming Africa Conference. So it was great visiting with them. These brethren have agreed to oversee the new Gospel Chariot. I am so excited because these brethren are mature and very evangelistic. Imagine the many unevangelized countries we will be able to reach. Many of them French speaking. PLEASE PRAY FOR THE NEW GHANA GOSPEL CHARIOT.

Above shows myself and some of the key leaders at the Heritage graduation. The brother on the right is brother Evans Lartey, who is the acting principle and the brother who will report to the board regarding the new Chariot. He was the brother who made my trip so pleasant and set up all our meetings. Thanks bro Evans. We appreciate your networking abilities and love for lost souls.

Above shows the 45 students ready for graduation. God is working through Heritage.

Students receiving their certificates and diplomas. There were over 500 in attendance.

Elders and preachers praying over them before they go out into the world to preach. Amen.

Above shows the Heritage College Board and elders who will oversee the New Gospel Chariot.

Above is the new Church building in Accra Ghana. This building is funded by the members of the Nsawam Road Church of Christ. They have around 1500 members. Gospel Chariot Missions is very fortunate and blessed to have such a wonderful congregation behind the New Chariot.

Above shows myself and brother Douglas Boatang having a lighter moment after our meeting. Brother Douglas is one of the elders and a well respected brother in the brotherhood.

50 YEAR CELEBRATION AND 11,614 WORSHIP TOGETHER IN THE SOUTHERN REGION.

Above shows the Independence Square in Accra Ghana. 11614 met at this venue. Christians also met in the Central and Northern regions as well on the same day. Who knows how many met there and what the final total was.

Above shows many of the worshipers sitting in the middle section of the square.

Above shows the stage in the middle of the square. People then sat all around. As well as filling 8 grandstands surrounding the square.

They came in buses cars and taxi's to worship God together. What a sight and experience.

Above shows many of the preachers and elders that went forward for a photo.

Above shows the grandstands surrounding the square. All 8 were full of Christians. Myself being the only white in attendance. Making it a really special occasion.

Above shows the Wold Bible School stand with many people wanting christian literature. On the day there were over 35 people who came forward to be baptized. Making it even more special.

Above in the middle shows brother Fred Asare who was the guest speaker on the day. Brother Fred is the director of the Village of Hope a wonderful work near Accra. On the right is brother John Tamakloe, a well known leader in Ghana and on the left one of the elders of the Church

VILLAGE OF HOPE

Above shows the Village of Hope. Brother Fred Asare directs this ministry. It is an orphanage, children's village, community clinic and christian academy. Friends, this must be the best, most well run and healthy looking ministry I have ever seen in Africa. I have traveled extensively and this is the best I have seen. Well done brother Fred and all involved. To God be the Glory. Keep it up and touch those little lives and help that community. I love it when I see Gods Goodness.

They have a number of homes that house staff and many of the little children. Very well maintained buildings and very clean and well kept. An amazing sight to see.

Above shows the school with its classrooms. Many of the community children also attend at this christian school. All the children are well dressed with school uniforms. Looks so neat.

Above shows the medical clinic where people from the community can receive assistance. Once again, very clean and well run.

Then there is the dispensary where one will stop and pick up their medication on their way out.

Some of the beds for patients that need to stay for observation.

Then there are the children and they are touching many of the little ones....AMEN

More precious children. And more. Some of the bigger children at school. There is a boarding school where members can send their children to. They also take children from outside the church. Just an amazing work.

Every dorm houses a number of children. There is one husband and wife for each dorm. Above is one of the TV rooms for the children. Once again, first class, well run and clean.

Above one of the many bedrooms for the children. All nice and neat.

Above one of the dining rooms where the children eat with their dorm parents. Last but not least, me getting a coconut along the road. It was a first. Very tasty with a water liquid inside. Brother Evans drove me around and looked after me during my stay. Most important, we have strong brethren in Ghana who will run with the Gospel Chariot. There are 2000 Churches of Christ in Ghana. Thank you God. Thank you Ghana. Who knows how many will be reached in the coming years. PLEASE LETS ALL PRAY FOR THE NEW CHARIOT.