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Will you help us keep this work moving? As we approach the end of the year, your generosity is what allows us to say “yes” to the next phase of these projects—finishing the Trinity Guesthouse bathrooms, completing tiling and repairs, and preparing spaces that will bless missionaries, patients, and local families for years to come. Would you consider a special year-end gift to support ongoing renovations at ELWA? Your gift—of any size—helps us continue building and renewing spaces where the gospel is shared, disciples are made, and people experience the love of Christ in tangible ways. Thank you for your prayers, your generosity, and your partnership. Together, we’re building spaces that will bless countless lives in Liberia. Serving with you, Steve Ackley EMA President Garland, Texas +1(214) 536-5458 cell/WhatsApp [email protected] From Steve Ackley, EMA Board President.... “Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.” Psalm 127:1 Dear Friends, In mid-October, David Frazee and I will travel to Liberia to work alongside our partners in Liberia. This trip will focus on a significant renovation of the Trinity Guest House, one of the most critical facilities on the campus for visiting missionaries. Trinity Guest House Renovation The Trinity Guest House was originally a four-bedroom home with two bathrooms. Two bathrooms are now being added so each guest room has its own private bathroom, significantly improving comfort and privacy for missionaries and guests. To make most efficient use of space, the new bathrooms are being constructed in an area that was previously used as a porch. The project is led by myself, David Frazee, and Gino Pini, along with a Liberian team of skilled masons, plumbers, and electricians. Work is already underway:
Staff House Floor and Ceiling Tiles One of the ELWA Staff houses (J-09b, previously the CMA Guesthouse) needs new floor and ceiling tiles. This is the second project we’ll be working on. Prayer Requests for this Trip
Serving with you, Steve Ackley EMA “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High; to declare Your lovingkindness in the morning, and Your faithfulness every night.”
— Psalm 92:1–2 Back in April, we shared an urgent need for housing renovations and critical work on the ELWA powerhouse. We are thrilled to report that God is providing in amazing ways:
What’s Next
We sing praises to Your name, O most High;to declare Your lovingkindness in the morning, and Your faithfulness every night. Ps 92:1-2 A Hope and Dream is now a reality. The ELWA campus needed an onsite sports facility that would benefit the both children on the ELWA campus as well as the children from surrounding communities. During one of his trips to Liberia, Meanu Kayea met with decision makers. An outdoor open top basketball facility was discussed and determined that it was important for the Youth Discipleship Sports Ministry Program. While the court was still in the design stage Meanu and his team determined that a multipurpose court would be a better option than just a basketball court. So, for the last year the court has been used for sports, including pickle ball, and tennis, etc. This week the basketball hoops were installed adding another sport option to this amazing new sports area. Thank you for your faithful giving. This is your project, and the Youth Discipleship program has another way to attract young people so they can hear about Christ. Currently there is a critical need for Missionary Housing
There are several ELWA missionaries who are scheduled to join ELWA staff, but at this time there is no housing available for them. Several houses that were built in the 1950s have fallen into disrepair. These homes must be renovated to accommodate these missionaries. ELWA Missionary Housing Repairs: $40,000 needed Power House The power house project is still ongoing, and is also a critical need. The current building is falling apart and the generators do not fit in the current building. Power House Repairs: $50,000 needed Please join us in supporting these important projects. Thank you!  Romans 15:13-Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.
This scripture is not a traditional Christmas verse, but it embodies all the attributes of Christmas. A time of Hope, that Christ’s return would be soon, the Joy of celebrating the birth of Christ, the peace that we have in Christ, and the Hope that Peace will reign on the earth. But most of all, it reminds us that all of this is possible because of our belief in Christ. A baby born for the purpose of dying for our sins so that one day we can spend eternity with Him. Merry Christmas everyone. May His Peace, which passes all understanding, be with you all this Christmas and in the year to come. Christmas is a time we give gifts as a reminder and celebration of how Christ gave his life so that we may live in eternity with him. As we move into the new year EMA has chosen to focus on the following three areas of Ministry in 2025. Education – Scholarships and teaching others have always been a part of what EMA does. Education has been one of the core ministries of EMA. Teach others how to operate and fix all aspects of the ministry: fixing radio equipment, fixing hospital equipment, providing clean water and electricity for the campus. None of this could happen without a basic education starting in elementary school and continuing through high school. Education also includes Christ-centered radio programs, which reach up-country. EMA annually supports the Education ministry at the level of $123,000. The largest portion of these funds go to scholarships at ELWA Academy. Healthcare – Liberia is the 9th poorest country in the world, and it is only about the size of the state of Tennessee in the US. There are only 2 hospitals in the country. People travel miles to ELWA Hospital to receive care. Often these individuals do not have the money to pay for the care they receive. The hospital benevolence program helps cover the cost for those who cannot pay. EMA also helps fund the malnutrition program for infants in distress and the medical outreaches which go into the remote areas in Liberia.EMA allocates $47,000 a year to the malnutrition, benevolence and medical outreach programs. Infrastructure – The houses and many of the buildings on campus are in need of repair. EMA is hoping to replace the building that houses the generators. The current building was constructed in the 1960s. Since then, the size of the hospital has more than doubled. ELWA added a dental clinic and the school expanded to include a high school. These improvements have increased the demand for power; therefore, generators have been added. The current building is too small, and it needs updating. ELWA has recently created a housing standard for every house on the compound. This list includes functioning windows with screens, functioning front and back doors, at least one light and one functioning outlet, as well as, hot and cold running water. These are basic needs, but many houses do not have even these items. The generator will cost $94,000.00. EMA is anticipating that the housing repairs will be around $68,000.00. As you prayerfully consider donating to these projects, just know that we appreciate each of you, and your love for Liberia. |
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