Koepke Jan 2018

Greetings to our family and friends, 

On Valentine’s Day, the Village in Nigeria received an entourage from the wife of the governor of Plateau State. The entourage brought lunch for all the students and staff and a large gift of food stuffs and cash from her Excellency. The group was treated to an acapella presentation from a trio of secondary students, followed by a tour of the preschool, a cottage, and the art and computer rooms of the junior secondary school. The kids were amazing. As is often the case, the group was very impressed especially at how well the children presented themselves and how clear their English was. Also not surprisingly, the leader of the group who had visited the Village previously said she would like her grandchildren to come to our school! We thank God for the opportunity to display His glory. Please pray for continued favor with the leaders of Plateau State. 

Our preprimary One Class is blooming this year. Instead of admitting eighteen students for the three-year-old class, we were able to accept thirty-one! Imagine the impact the least of these will have in carrying the gospel into our surrounding community. They will hear and learn God’s Word and hymns in English. The very best time to take day students is at an early age. Thank God for allowing us this opportunity. 

Do you have a passion for teaching God’s Word and discipling new believers? Rafiki Villages need teachers, administrators, artists, musicians and plant managers. Rafiki is financially and doctrinally sound. The harvest is ready. Is God calling you? We are grateful for your prayers, support and partnership in allowing us to serve God with Rafiki Foundation in Nigeria. 

Love, 

Doug and Carolyn Koepke