Nehemiah’s journey showcases an unwavering resilience as he confronted daunting challenges, from fierce opposition to internal strife and the overwhelming magnitude of his mission. His steadfast leadership offers a profound lesson for South Sudanese leaders: true leadership is defined not by the absence of obstacles, but by the courage and resolve to overcome them. In […]

Verse: “And you saw the affliction of our fathers in Egypt and heard their cry at the Red Sea.”— Nehemiah 9:9 (ESV). Nehemiah 9 reveals the Israelites confessing their sins and remembering God’s faithfulness. Despite their exile, God heard their cries and showed mercy. For the South Sudanese in the West, this chapter is a […]

Bible Verse: “You are the Lord, you alone. You have made heaven, the heaven of heavens, with all their host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them; and you preserve all of them; and the host of heaven worships you.” — Nehemiah 9:6 (ESV) Introduction: Life’s […]

Dear Friends,  Africa Sunrise Communities and the Rising Hope Community Center project need your help urgently! Rising expenses in South Sudan are depleting our bank account. We must build it back up in order to continue our work in establishing our school in my hometown of Bor. Please read through this report to see the […]

Dear Friends, We are almost ready for School Phase 1! The final touches on the security wall around the compound in Bor, South Sudan, are nearing completion. Progress has been hampered by weather and inflation, but now the final layers of block are being laid and the razor wire is going on top of that. Our next task is […]

We seek to empower leaders in East Africa through pastoral care and holistic living. We seek to restore communities by reconciling relationships. We work to empower the leadership of local communities with clear goals to establish a lasting impact on South Sudan.

Education is crucial to preparing the next generation of leaders for South Sudan, a country that received its independence just eleven years ago. It has one of the lowest literacy rates in the world. My vision is to build an elementary school at the Rising Hope Christian Center in Bor. But the wall must be finished first, or all our good work will be in vain!

However, the fruit of forgiveness in our community is the possibility for great prosperity for our people. If we work together, there is no limit to how we can rebuild and improve our people and our community.