Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Secondary School Students Soaring!!
We are very proud of our secondary school students and the academic success and improvements they have made. We take pride in being able to say that almost one hundred of our children have passed the entrance exam into secondary school and have been making great progress in their education and grades.
Some of them are holding positions of responsibility as student leaders and prefects; one of the girls, Sylvia Nabuuma is the Assistant Head Girl at the London College campus (St. Johns). Teddy Nalwanga is Assistant Head Girl of Crown City (St. Lawrence). Morris Ojuko is Head Minister over Religious Affairs and nicknamed “Pastor” as he preaches to anyone who will listen.
Ann Powell and Mark Gosvener, on behalf of the Ukids, prayed for these children for higher levels of excellence and God’s protection. Nine of our children placed amongst the Top 10 students in their school:
Nabukeera Irene (2ND),
Okenyi George (3RD),
Okello Ronny (4TH),
Mukasa Joseph (5TH),
Kamukamu Florence (6TH),
Mukisa Edgar (7TH),
Lugonda Joel Gerald (8TH),
OJjuka Richard (10TH).
Our dream to raise them as leaders is coming true. Continue to pray for these children and their achievements. We are so proud of them!
Some of them are holding positions of responsibility as student leaders and prefects; one of the girls, Sylvia Nabuuma is the Assistant Head Girl at the London College campus (St. Johns). Teddy Nalwanga is Assistant Head Girl of Crown City (St. Lawrence). Morris Ojuko is Head Minister over Religious Affairs and nicknamed “Pastor” as he preaches to anyone who will listen.
Ann Powell and Mark Gosvener, on behalf of the Ukids, prayed for these children for higher levels of excellence and God’s protection. Nine of our children placed amongst the Top 10 students in their school:
Nabukeera Irene (2ND),
Okenyi George (3RD),
Okello Ronny (4TH),
Mukasa Joseph (5TH),
Kamukamu Florence (6TH),
Mukisa Edgar (7TH),
Lugonda Joel Gerald (8TH),
OJjuka Richard (10TH).
Our dream to raise them as leaders is coming true. Continue to pray for these children and their achievements. We are so proud of them!
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Minsitries
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Scripture Sunday: Saved in Order to Do Good
Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.
At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.
Titus 3: 1-8
Titus 3: 1-8
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
Friday, August 5, 2011
Soccer Team
Soccer, football in Uganda, is a favorite sport among most of our boys. Many of their breaks are spent on the field or kicking a ball around the orphanage. They not only play because they love it, but many of them are good at it too.
In fact, one of our teams has gone on to the district level in soccer. This is a great accomplishment for our boys and exciting news for us.
We also are proud to announce that two of our secondary students have entered the National Soccer League. They are Michael Kiyimba and Brian Mukwaya. Congratulations boys!
Becuase of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
In fact, one of our teams has gone on to the district level in soccer. This is a great accomplishment for our boys and exciting news for us.
We also are proud to announce that two of our secondary students have entered the National Soccer League. They are Michael Kiyimba and Brian Mukwaya. Congratulations boys!
Becuase of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Monday, July 25, 2011
A Fence of Protection
We are excited to see all the progress that has been made on the fence in both the Lira and Seeta village. The Lira fence has already been completely finished and the Seeta fence is well on it’s way to being completed.
For those of you who have not heard, we are having to place a fence around our Lira and Seeta Villages to be in compliance with government standards. It is comforting to know that our children are safer now that the fences are being put up around the perimeter of the villages.
After finding out about the fences needing to be built, we became overwhelmed with the fact that these fences were going to be expensive to complete. We began to pray that the Lord would calm our uneasiness and provide a way to obtain the money to build these fences. The Lord answered in a mighty way and we immediately began to receive money from sponsors which helped to make the overall cost more affordable for the ministry.
These fences are such a blessing to our ministry, our kids, our staff, and even visitors. For example, a woman, from the United States, visited the village and after seeing the fence she immediately fell to her knees and praised God for the fence and what it meant for our children. There will be safety and protection over the lives of nearly 1,000 children.
The Lord has continually provided for us over and beyond what we needed. With one fence up and another one in progress, our children can now play outside safely and our staff members do not have to worry about unwanted visitors coming into the village. What a praise this is! Thank you for all of the prayers and support you have given to make this project possible. We truly believe the Lord has given us these kids to take care of and keep safe which we do not take lightly. With the new addition of the fences, we are able to continue shepherding this children into leaders of tomorrow.
“But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy, and spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may exalt you” Psalms 5:11
For those of you who have not heard, we are having to place a fence around our Lira and Seeta Villages to be in compliance with government standards. It is comforting to know that our children are safer now that the fences are being put up around the perimeter of the villages.
After finding out about the fences needing to be built, we became overwhelmed with the fact that these fences were going to be expensive to complete. We began to pray that the Lord would calm our uneasiness and provide a way to obtain the money to build these fences. The Lord answered in a mighty way and we immediately began to receive money from sponsors which helped to make the overall cost more affordable for the ministry.
These fences are such a blessing to our ministry, our kids, our staff, and even visitors. For example, a woman, from the United States, visited the village and after seeing the fence she immediately fell to her knees and praised God for the fence and what it meant for our children. There will be safety and protection over the lives of nearly 1,000 children.
The Lord has continually provided for us over and beyond what we needed. With one fence up and another one in progress, our children can now play outside safely and our staff members do not have to worry about unwanted visitors coming into the village. What a praise this is! Thank you for all of the prayers and support you have given to make this project possible. We truly believe the Lord has given us these kids to take care of and keep safe which we do not take lightly. With the new addition of the fences, we are able to continue shepherding this children into leaders of tomorrow.
“But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy, and spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may exalt you” Psalms 5:11
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
Christian Life Ministries
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Home Rennovations Taking Place
Home renovations are now taking place among our Seeta orphan village. While we try to keep the homes in nice condition. The wearing and tearing over the years can make for a lot of repairs needed.
Our children take pride in these houses and make sure that they take good care of them. They do such a great job of keeping their house clean by making sure their chores are done properly and they are being mindful of the property.
Some of the repairs can not be done by the children, so we are hiring the necessary help to ensure that the houses are fixed properly. The things that need to be fixed on the houses vary from house to house. Some of things needed fixing include: the doors and windows, the foundation, the gutters, the flooring and other minor things.
We are not quite sure how long this process is going to take but we want to make sure that all the homes are fixed the right way. By doing these renovations we hope that the houses will remain intact for a long time. These houses have been such a blessing to our ministry and we are so thankful to the people who have donated money to build them.
As we continue with the renovations, its important that we reflect on and remind the children of the importance of founding your house on the ROCK. Through trials and storms, our house will not fall if we have it founded on the Lord. A house that is not will be destroyed.
Please be in prayer for the people involved in the house renovations. Pray that the Lord will guide the workers hands and help them to remember that they are working for the Lord.
The children are looking forward to things being fixed in their houses and can’t wait for it to be finished to enjoy them!
“And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on the ROCK.”
Matthew 7:25
Our children take pride in these houses and make sure that they take good care of them. They do such a great job of keeping their house clean by making sure their chores are done properly and they are being mindful of the property.
Some of the repairs can not be done by the children, so we are hiring the necessary help to ensure that the houses are fixed properly. The things that need to be fixed on the houses vary from house to house. Some of things needed fixing include: the doors and windows, the foundation, the gutters, the flooring and other minor things.
We are not quite sure how long this process is going to take but we want to make sure that all the homes are fixed the right way. By doing these renovations we hope that the houses will remain intact for a long time. These houses have been such a blessing to our ministry and we are so thankful to the people who have donated money to build them.
As we continue with the renovations, its important that we reflect on and remind the children of the importance of founding your house on the ROCK. Through trials and storms, our house will not fall if we have it founded on the Lord. A house that is not will be destroyed.
Please be in prayer for the people involved in the house renovations. Pray that the Lord will guide the workers hands and help them to remember that they are working for the Lord.
The children are looking forward to things being fixed in their houses and can’t wait for it to be finished to enjoy them!
“And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on the ROCK.”
Matthew 7:25
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
School Construction Continues...
We continue to be amazed at the progress being made on the school. We cannot wait for the day when it is ready and we can welcome children from the surrounding village to be part of the vision for Christian Life Ministries.
We can already imagine the children lined up excited about their first day of school in the new building. Dreaming of a future as doctors, nurses, accountants, teachers and the list goes on. To think, before they came to the village they did not even have a chance at such a bright future; an education was a luxury. Now they are excited about their futures knowing they will be successful.
“I was not even schooling like my neighbors and friends. I told my aunt I wanted to study, she kept promising but never honored her word.” Esther Birungi reflecting on her past.
It has taken some time to get us to this point where we can again start construction back up. The work that has already gone into the school building is a lot, but we know that the Lord will provide steady hands and determined workers to get this project finished.
When we are able to finish it, the children will be able to experience going to a brand new school. A school that has been equipped and built with them in mind. They will continue to learn more and we are praying that this new building will help other children in the future as well. Although the completion of this project will take some time, we know that the Lord has the perfect timing for the finishing of the school.
We trust that the Lord will continue to provide and enable us to keep this construction going. No matter what we know that this school will be a place of hope, a place where dreams will begin, and a place where the Lord can continue to do his work in these kids lives.
We can already imagine the children lined up excited about their first day of school in the new building. Dreaming of a future as doctors, nurses, accountants, teachers and the list goes on. To think, before they came to the village they did not even have a chance at such a bright future; an education was a luxury. Now they are excited about their futures knowing they will be successful.
“I was not even schooling like my neighbors and friends. I told my aunt I wanted to study, she kept promising but never honored her word.” Esther Birungi reflecting on her past.
It has taken some time to get us to this point where we can again start construction back up. The work that has already gone into the school building is a lot, but we know that the Lord will provide steady hands and determined workers to get this project finished.
When we are able to finish it, the children will be able to experience going to a brand new school. A school that has been equipped and built with them in mind. They will continue to learn more and we are praying that this new building will help other children in the future as well. Although the completion of this project will take some time, we know that the Lord has the perfect timing for the finishing of the school.
We trust that the Lord will continue to provide and enable us to keep this construction going. No matter what we know that this school will be a place of hope, a place where dreams will begin, and a place where the Lord can continue to do his work in these kids lives.
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
Friday, July 8, 2011
He Makes All Things New
The orphans that we have at Christian Life Ministries have not had normal lives, a lot of them have gone through ups and downs, and never really having anything consistent. The Lord promises us that we are a new creation:
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5:17
These children have become new creations in Christ and they no longer will ever be alone again. To see the faith these children have despite their past is so inspiring to all who they meet, which is why we are excited that we able to show them by example that the Lord makes everything new.
In the orphanage, we are beginning several projects that will help these children experience new things. The fence, the finishing of the school construction, and needed renovations on the houses will help the children see how well the Lord provides. They will be able to physically see the Lord at work. What an example this is to help them strengthen and mature their walk with Christ.
As we teach these children the truths of the Lord, they are taking it all in. We hope that these children realize that the Lord loves them despite anything that has happened before. They ARE a new creation and we believe they will be the leaders of tomorrow.
As we take these steps to begin all these new projects we pray that the Lord will lead us not only with the current projects but with ideas for future projects. We are looking forward to continuing to see life change in these children’s lives and to continue to see more people become a new creation in God.
As most of you know, new things do not last long, but our new creation in Christ never gets old. What God has done here in Uganda has been such an eye opener for our Ministry. He has made several big “waves” in the community through our ministry and we have no doubt that He will continue. We want the Lord to never be something that is something of the past to people. We want to teach and show people that God’s love is everlasting.
We here at Christian Life Ministries, are so blessed to have so many new creations in our villages and we are excited to see what the future holds. We know that Lord has great plans for us and no matter what we can rejoice in the fact that we are new again!
“Where once there were thorns, cypress trees will grow. Where nettles grew, myrtles will sprout up. These events will bring great honor to the Lord’s name; they will be an everlasting sign of his power and love”
Isaiah 55:13
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5:17
These children have become new creations in Christ and they no longer will ever be alone again. To see the faith these children have despite their past is so inspiring to all who they meet, which is why we are excited that we able to show them by example that the Lord makes everything new.
In the orphanage, we are beginning several projects that will help these children experience new things. The fence, the finishing of the school construction, and needed renovations on the houses will help the children see how well the Lord provides. They will be able to physically see the Lord at work. What an example this is to help them strengthen and mature their walk with Christ.
As we teach these children the truths of the Lord, they are taking it all in. We hope that these children realize that the Lord loves them despite anything that has happened before. They ARE a new creation and we believe they will be the leaders of tomorrow.
As we take these steps to begin all these new projects we pray that the Lord will lead us not only with the current projects but with ideas for future projects. We are looking forward to continuing to see life change in these children’s lives and to continue to see more people become a new creation in God.
As most of you know, new things do not last long, but our new creation in Christ never gets old. What God has done here in Uganda has been such an eye opener for our Ministry. He has made several big “waves” in the community through our ministry and we have no doubt that He will continue. We want the Lord to never be something that is something of the past to people. We want to teach and show people that God’s love is everlasting.
We here at Christian Life Ministries, are so blessed to have so many new creations in our villages and we are excited to see what the future holds. We know that Lord has great plans for us and no matter what we can rejoice in the fact that we are new again!
“Where once there were thorns, cypress trees will grow. Where nettles grew, myrtles will sprout up. These events will bring great honor to the Lord’s name; they will be an everlasting sign of his power and love”
Isaiah 55:13
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
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Scripture Sundays: For Mothers
A wife of noble character who can find?
She is worth far more than rubies.
Her husband has full confidence in her
and lacks nothing of value.
She brings good, not harm,
all the days of her life.
She selects wool and flax
and works with eager hands.
She is like the merchant ships,
bringing her food from afar.
She gets up while it is still night;
she provides food for her family
and portions for her women servants.
She considers a field and buys it;
out of her earnings she plants a vineyard.
She sets about her work vigorously;
her arms are strong for her tasks.
She sees that her trading is profitable,
and her lamp does not go out at night.
In her hand she holds the distaff
and grasps the spindle with her fingers.
She opens her arms to the poor
and extends her hands to the needy.
When it snows, she has no fear for her household;
for all of them are clothed in scarlet.
She makes coverings for her bed;
she is clothed in fine linen and purple.
Her husband is respected at the city gate,
where he takes his seat among the elders of the land.
She makes linen garments and sells them,
and supplies the merchants with sashes.
She is clothed with strength and dignity;
she can laugh at the days to come.
She speaks with wisdom,
and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
She watches over the affairs of her household
and does not eat the bread of idleness.
Her children arise and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:
"Many women do noble things,
but you surpass them all."
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting;
but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
Honor her for all that her hands have done,
and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
She is worth far more than rubies.
Her husband has full confidence in her
and lacks nothing of value.
She brings good, not harm,
all the days of her life.
She selects wool and flax
and works with eager hands.
She is like the merchant ships,
bringing her food from afar.
She gets up while it is still night;
she provides food for her family
and portions for her women servants.
She considers a field and buys it;
out of her earnings she plants a vineyard.
She sets about her work vigorously;
her arms are strong for her tasks.
She sees that her trading is profitable,
and her lamp does not go out at night.
In her hand she holds the distaff
and grasps the spindle with her fingers.
She opens her arms to the poor
and extends her hands to the needy.
When it snows, she has no fear for her household;
for all of them are clothed in scarlet.
She makes coverings for her bed;
she is clothed in fine linen and purple.
Her husband is respected at the city gate,
where he takes his seat among the elders of the land.
She makes linen garments and sells them,
and supplies the merchants with sashes.
She is clothed with strength and dignity;
she can laugh at the days to come.
She speaks with wisdom,
and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
She watches over the affairs of her household
and does not eat the bread of idleness.
Her children arise and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:
"Many women do noble things,
but you surpass them all."
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting;
but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
Honor her for all that her hands have done,
and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
Proverbs 31:10-31
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Seeta Orphanage Update
We feel that it is important that we relay to you information we have received regarding our Seeta Orphan village.
By requirement of the government, we have to put a layer of protection around the children. This means that we have to put up a fence that surrounds the perimeter of the village. Unfortunately, this must occur immediately. We are making a simple fence due of the lack of resources yet this will still cost us $15,000. We will be using standard treated wood with barbed wires that encloses the 35 acres in our village.
Today we started the process of building the fence with what little money we had available for this project. If you want to join us in building this fence then we would love for you to. Donate Here
We will be posting pictures of the progress on my facebook page if you would liek to keep up with them.
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
By requirement of the government, we have to put a layer of protection around the children. This means that we have to put up a fence that surrounds the perimeter of the village. Unfortunately, this must occur immediately. We are making a simple fence due of the lack of resources yet this will still cost us $15,000. We will be using standard treated wood with barbed wires that encloses the 35 acres in our village.
Today we started the process of building the fence with what little money we had available for this project. If you want to join us in building this fence then we would love for you to. Donate Here
We will be posting pictures of the progress on my facebook page if you would liek to keep up with them.
Because of Calvary,
Jackson Senyonga
Christian Life Ministries
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