Dear Friends: I have sad news to report. Following several months of being in limbo concerning the future of the Akot Medical Mission, the decision has been made that our staff will not return to South Sudan. The failed coup attempt which took place in mid-December began a cycle of violence and lawlessness across the country which has not subsided. The United States has ordered sanctions against two of the key figures involved in the fighting, but to this point little has deterred the sinister motives of the conflicting parties, resulting in thousands of deaths and hundreds of thousands being displaced. Food shortages abound among these desperate people. According to the UN, in the upcoming months a famine of massive proportions could be the result. Please continue to pray for a peaceful solution to this man-made catastrophe. Over the past few weeks I have spoken or met with representatives from other like-minded organizations working in South Sudan. Most of them also evacuated their expatriate staff at about the same time or earlier than we did. While some have authorized a minimal return of staff to certain less affected areas, most have not been willing to risk such a dangerous move. The sad reality of this decision is that the approximately 3,000 people who seek medical treatment, the feeding program and immunizations each month through the Akot Medical Mission, will no longer have that option. The place that provided “hope and healing” to the lost and suffering in the Name of Christ is now closed. As a result, we will no longer accept contributions for the Akot Medical Mission. We intend to provide for our staff as best and as long as possible, but we cannot expect folks to financially support a ministry which is not functioning. I will gladly answer any questions you may have concerning this decision and the desperate situation which exists in South Sudan. Please do not hesitate to call. I appreciate your prayers, support and encouragement over the years and I know the people touched by your compassion and kindness thank you too. Please pray!
Posted on: Fri, 16 May 2014 19:59:18 +0000
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