LAGOS AND THE SUITCASE  by Sally Vann  Humidity, like a blanket, lay heavily in the tropical night air. Following the dirt path with my flashlight, I watched for dangerous critters lurking in the darkness.   The path led me to a small bungalow with a thatched roof.  This little round house would be my home […]

President Obama and his predecessor, George W. Bush recently visited Tanzania. President Bush in his presidency provided millions of dollars in aid for the prevention of HIV. President Obama declared, “Tanzania is a ‘partner’. Ultimately, the goal here is for Africa to build Africa for Africans, and our job is to be a partner in […]

Wow, there is so much on the horizon. Government public schools are open to us! The children of Arusha are ready to receive materials, books, supplies – you name it. The Tanzanian government has allowed us to take teams of educators and teach Character is Important! We have already talked about “Children’s Crusades” with the […]

“From childhood on — something or Someone has called us on a journey of the heart.  It’s a journey full of intimacy, adventure and beauty, but like any fairy tale it is also fraught with more than a little danger.  To ignore this whispered call is to become one of the living dead who carry […]

An email from Director of Education for the Tanzanian Assemblies of God just arrived: “Thank you for supporting us in the Strategic plan of harvesting lost souls, for building a dormitory where God’s servants will be trained for the ministry. The hope of Tanzania is on trained leaders. That dormitory will contribute a lot as […]

The work we are doing in Arusha Tanzania is the greatest opportunity and challenge of our lifetime.  Our faith is strengthening and our courage stronger as we continue to believe God’s promise that He is building the dormitory for the students at the Arusha Bible College. Your friendship and support bless and carry us. The […]

Four years ago, sitting at our breakfast table, we made the final decision to begin African Moons. Taking the plunge and applying for a non-profit status was the next step.  In silence, the gravity of the decision was heavy.  Sally said, “What will we feel like if we don’t take this final step?”  We have […]

It seems not too long ago we were all thinking about Y2K and the world going into chaos. Now we are in 2013 and wondering what this year will hold. Remember: GOD IS IN CHARGE OF THIS WORLD! HE is a God of hope and peace and He holds you in the palm of His […]

Merry Christmas! I just have to share with you the events of our November trip to Arusha. Your support of African Moons made this trip possible and we were able to give  wonderful supplies to the children of Arusha. It was overwhelming to witness the love of God being poured out to the children! Let’s […]

I leave this week for Arusha and need your prayers. You are a faithful partner to Sally and me. God has brought us together for His work and we are excited to see Him bless  our efforts. Thank you for praying for the funds that are needed for the next phase of dorm construction. As […]