The day began as we gathered around the handmade table, eating our breakfast before we left for our journey and we were greeted by two spider monkeys, peeping through the window. That was the first time that Kevin and Sherry had seen them here. As we left for our journey for Mlandizi, the place where the RCC is being established, we left the workers we met in 2009, Willie and Isaac, installing a water heater in the Masanjus home so that they would have a warm shower. Along the way to the Coastal Region in the outside city, our hearts and emotions were moved with the needs of the multitude. We each discussed how Jesus would have met all of their needs and we wondered, "What can we do?" This was an experience for everyone. Although some have been here more than once, it's still an experience for your eyes to behold. Please pray for Africa today.
As we entered the rural village, we were greeted by the founders of the village. Everyone had a look of excitement and were so happy to see us again and also those who came with us. We were surprised how "MeMaw", Kevin's grandmother (BeBe in Swahili) has been such an inspiration to those she meets. The room changes when she enters; they are amazed! She has traveled so far to see them! After our greetings with the people there, the time for which we had long awaited had finally arrived. The sound of the motor of the drill began to tell the story we had long awaited to share. The well is being drilled as we speak! They had worked very hard, night and day to clear the land, to dig the foundation of the house, to place the concrete and even hand dug an 8 foot by 12 foot hole for a sewer.
It was so beautiful! The wind blew constantly. Some trees had small bananas in them. It is very tropical. Everyone we meet on the property welcomes us with an abundance of joy and happiness. God is good and He goes after the one lost sheep! Tomorrow morning, we leave early to minister at two different churches and will minister at a school as well. Please keep us in your prayers that we may reach many with the Gospel!
Kevin Rickles
The Plan, Phase One
The complete home of Geoffrey and Agnes Masanju
Children of Mlandizi
Sherry and Kevin were greeted by the children of Mlandizi, June 2009
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Kevin and Sherry with several children from the community of Mlandizi, Tanzania
About The Rickles
- The Rickles
- Hi, my name is Kevin Rickles I was born and raised in Alabama, and have lived in Pell City for the last 38 years. My wife Sherry and I have been married for twenty-one years and have three children. In July of 2007, my wife was asked to speak at a two week women's conference. After connecting with the Masanju family, we knew God had a plan for us in Tanzania. In June of 2009 we went back with “THE PLAN.” The plan was to complete the Masanjus home, but what took place still to this day has us in total awe of the power of God. What happens next is what launches “THE PLAN” Phase II. Come, allow me to walk you through a journey into a distant land that will forever abide in the depths of Sherry’s and my heart. Come, let’s go!
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