Security Potential dangers in Uganda include sicknesses and injuries, road dangers, petty theft, and political instability. Contingency plans are in place for these possibilities and can be made available on request. US Visitors should also register with the STEP Program before coming: Spiritual Integration in Ministry It is always a huge leap of faith to come to Africa; leaving friends and family behind as well as ministry and work obligations. In addition to these struggles, spiritual warfare is a reality that we cannot ignore. As we open ourselves to the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives, Satan also comes into action to try to destroy the works of God. To be better prepared for this, spend time studying spiritual warfare in the Bible, study African traditional religions to understand some of the obstacles we will face, and spend time praying for the wisdom and protection of the Holy Spirit. Spiritual Outreaches In conjunction with the community development work you will participate in, please also be prepared to participate in and even initiate some of these activities: Evening fellowships and prayer Leading team devotions or during a training seminar Preaching in churches Outreaches to the communities Community fellowships Prayer and intercession Evangelism Prayer for the sick Holistic Ministries Spiritual interactions can lead to decisions to assist individuals, when appropriate, as an act of Any interactions concerning exchange of money or material assistance should be agreed upon by the supervising CLIDE field staff and is best done by the group or by CLIDE rather than an individual. Please let the CLIDE leadership know if you are feeling led to help someone on a short or long term basis. The opportunities for helping may include: Appropriate assistance for a widow or orphan Assistance with school fees for children Sponsoring church leaders to school Assistance in building churches Health and Safety Entering into a new country and community exposes us to many new risks. In order to mitigate these risks, certain precautions are necessary. The risks include: Health risks exposure to new diseases, parasites and pathogens, as well as – dangerous traveling environments Security risks exposure to personal violence, thieves, and tribal warfare – Spiritual risks exposure to spiritual warfare and temptations –
Security Potential dangers in Uganda include sicknesses and injuries, road dangers, petty theft, and political instability. Contingency plans are in place for these possibilities and can be made available on request. US Visitors should also register with the STEP Program before coming: Spiritual Integration in Ministry It is always a huge leap of faith to come to Africa; leaving friends and family behind as well as ministry and work obligations. In addition to these struggles, spiritual warfare is a reality that we cannot ignore. As we open ourselves to the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives, Satan also comes into action to try to destroy the works of God. To be better prepared for this, spend time studying spiritual warfare in the Bible, study African traditional religions to understand some of the obstacles we will face, and spend time praying for the wisdom and protection of the Holy Spirit. Spiritual Outreaches In conjunction with the community development work you will participate in, please also be prepared to participate in and even initiate some of these activities: Evening fellowships and prayer Leading team devotions or during a training seminar Preaching in churches Outreaches to the communities Community fellowships Prayer and intercession Evangelism Prayer for the sick Holistic Ministries Spiritual interactions can lead to decisions to assist individuals, when appropriate, as an act of Any interactions concerning exchange of money or material assistance should be agreed upon by the supervising CLIDE field staff and is best done by the group or by CLIDE rather than an individual. Please let the CLIDE leadership know if you are feeling led to help someone on a short or long term basis. The opportunities for helping may include: Appropriate assistance for a widow or orphan Assistance with school fees for children Sponsoring church leaders to school Assistance in building churches Health and Safety Entering into a new country and community exposes us to many new risks. In order to mitigate these risks, certain precautions are necessary. The risks include: Health risks – exposure to new diseases, parasites and pathogens, as well as dangerous traveling environments Security risks – exposure to personal violence, thieves, and tribal warfare Spiritual risks – exposure to spiritual warfare and temptations
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