Uganda Mission Trip

September 23, 2010
Dear Friends and Family,

I am writing to share with you about an amazing opportunity that I have been given to go on an international mission trip. From January 15th to Jan 22nd 2011 I will be heading to Uganda, Africa. The purpose of the trip will be to spend time with children in rural villages as well as deliver supplies, and minister to their various needs. A large part of the male population has died from violent conflicts as well as devastating diseases such as AIDS. Since male role models are scarce in the villages, we will be going to spend time with the children and show them how valuable and treasured they are to God. The plan is to travel to different villages each day. While we are in the villages we will spend time playing games with the children, ministering to them and fellowshipping. We will also be helping out with tasks and chores that have been left undone for lack of a significant male presence there.

As soon as my pastor mentioned the opportunity for the mission to Uganda, I immediately knew that the Lord was calling me to go. My wife Emily also felt the same nudging of the Lord and it was decided that day that I would go. I have a heart for service and I am looking forward to using this gift to benefit the people that need it the most.

I am writing to see if you would be willing to support me on this mission in one or both of the following ways:

The first way that I will need support is through your prayers. This includes prayers that God’s grace and love will be spread through us to the children and families we are going to spend time with. Prayers will also be needed to ensure that we are sensitive to the will of God and the nudging of the Spirit in the steps and decisions that we make.

I generally do not like asking for financial support; however I have come to understand that this is not only an opportunity for me but is a great way for my friends and family to contribute to this mission as well. It is a way for you to be a part of something that will not only change my life but the lives of many others. Therefore- the second way that you can help this mission is financially. My total expense will be approximately $2,500 which includes my flight, meals, vaccinations, lodging and transportation. Please pray about this decision to financially help me and only contribute if you feel led. If you wish to participate in this way you can either donate online at Water's Edge (under Uganda Mission) or you can mail checks payable to Water’s Edge Lutheran Church and write my name in the memo section. Your donations are tax deductible and you will receive a statement from my church to use on your taxes. Below, I have provided my current address, the address of my church, as well as my phone number. Please don’t hesitate to call me if you have any questions.

Please feel free to forward this letter to anyone else you think may be interested in supporting this mission effort.

May God bless you on your faith journey,
Shawn Roller

ONLINE DONATION: Water's Edge – Uganda Mission – Sponsoring – Shawn Roller

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Shawn Roller
1024 Piedmont Dr
McKinney, Texas 75071
(630) 853-7944
shawndroller@gmail.com
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