Thought it would be good to just lay down some basic info about the country I live in which I assume most of you have not visited. South Africa is about twice the size of Texas. It has a very diverse landscape with huge mountain ranges, grassy plains, nearly jungle conditions, and plenty of beaches. There are two landlocked countries within South Africa's borders. One which is completely encompassed. Map of South Africa Unfortunately, it is ranked among the top 10 countries for income inequality and it is obvious to see the huge gap between the rich and the poor. Hout Bay and Imizamo Yethu, Cape Town I live just outside Johannesburg which is the largest city in South Africa. It is at a higher elevation than Denver, CO and is known for its mines and as a business hub. Johannesburg Skyline Mine in Johannesburg The specific area is known as Muldersdrift and it has many farms and wedding venues. It can feel very rural and remote although it's just a ...
Due to the way that Africa is generally portrayed in movies, TV show and other forms of media it is easy to think that is is a wasteland filled with man-eating creatures and devoid of any form of technology. I present to you a picture of Johannesburg, the city I lived in for the past 2 years and Lord willing will be returning too in the near future! This past week God has blessed me with 3 meetings with pastors and many opportunities to serve in New York. I was able to help the "Ranch Posse" (a camp promotion team) on Saturday by promoting the Ranch and Ranger camp to a local city. I also am planning on driving to 2 Word of Life Superbowl (for more info go to http://superbowl.wol.org/) during the month of November. Please continue to pray that doors will open for me to discuss South Africa with potential supporters, that support would come in, and that I would have continued ministry while in New York. Let me know if you would like to talk, support me...
If you ever go to South Africa be sure to check out Table Mountain. Recently it became one of the "New Seven Wonders of the World" In the past week I have traveled over 1,800 miles driving for a Word of Life Superbowl and sharing the vision of South Africa to people and churches in Pennsylvania. Praise God for safe travel and no vehicle trouble! Please pray during this next week that I will be able to talk to at least one person per day about South Africa! I have just over 2 weeks until I go back to South Africa, please pray for the team in South Africa that everything will go smooth with the planning of December Camp. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, prayer requests or jokes! Your Friendly Neighborhood Missionary, Kyle Paradis
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