Meet the Victor Lonu Family

Last evening, I had the opportunity to enjoy a meal with and meet the Victor Lonu family. Victor came to NEGST from the Congo(DRC)several years ago to complete his Masters Degree. He is currently in the second year of his PhD. Mrs. Lonu is working on her Masters Degree in Organizational Behavior as part of the Leadership curriculum. They are both beneficiaries of CLA scholarships.

Mrs. Lonu and her daughters prepared a delightful feast that included rice, beef stew, mashed potatoes, warm cabbage slaw, tomato and onion salad, fruit, and Coca-Cola. During dinner our conversation centered around their gratitude for the CLA scholarships and how it has been an answer to prayer for them during their times of great need. As I listened to their stories of how they stepped out in faith trusting God for their every need, I was truly humbled. Victor came to NEGST several years ago to apply to study here. He came with only $60.00 in his pocket which would not have been enough to pay for his transit home had he not been successful in his application to NEGST.

Two years ago, when I was here with a short term mission team, Mrs. Lonu prayed with Judy Parker and Polly Harrington, part of our team, seeking God's guidance on her desire to complete her Master's Degree. See felt called but did not have the money for fees. But she graciously offered gifts to these ladies of fabric who in return gave her money and sold the balance when they returned to the USA. The proceeds from this act of generosity allowed her along with the scholarship to start her studies at AIU.

Feeding 7 children can be a challenge when both parents are full time in school without financial support. Since they are from the Congo, they cannot get jobs in Kenya to supplement their family budget. Recently they had to remove their children from school as they could not afford the fees. At times, they have not had enough money to buy food for their family.

If you would like to help CLA supplement this family, allowing them to continue their education so they can return to DRC and minister to their fellow Congolese Brothers and Sisters here is how you can help. Send your tax deductible contribution to:

Christian Leaders for Africa
P.O. Box 1642
Indianapolis, IN 46206

In the memo section or in a separate note indicate: Benevolence-Victor Lonu

or you can go to our website at www.clafrica.com and donate online.



After dinner this musically gifted family performed several songs each with an percussion instrument. Their oldest daughter has a very beautiful voice and is hoping to receive additional musical training. It is obvious that God has given her a real gift in her desire to professionally sing and record Christian music. She reminds me of a young Whitney Houston, with amazing talent and soulful inspiration not often seen in a 16 year old girl.

But the most humbling experience of the evening for me was as I prepared to leave, Mrs. Lonu went into her bedroom and brought out a gift of a beautiful Congo Dress and Wrap for my wife that was unable to travel with me on this trip. It brought tears to my eyes as it had her favorite colors. It will be a perfect Valentine's Day gift to bring to her when I return next week.

As I walked back to my room that evening and gazed up at the starlit sky I realized how blessed I am and resolved to send them money when I return to help with their current need. Would you be so kind as to help the Victor Lonu family as they demonstrate true "faith in action". They will be blessed as will you as you respond to this request to help further "kingdom business"