Poverty, low education, and a host of other factors help contribute to a horrible reality where over 21,000 Thai people die every year from HIV/AIDS. Many times this sickness leads to many Thai children seeing one or both of their parents die from HIV/AIDS and leaving them in very desperate situations.
In September 2010 we did not know Muay or 21 other children very much like Muay. We have had a heart to help those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS for several years and have worked in this area for over 3 years but more in a support role helping a friend in his ministry in a couple of neighboring cities but with a growing sense that we should be taking a lead role in this kind of ministry in our neighborhood and in areas that have yet been touched by the love and message of Jesus.
After much prayer and consultation, we decided to step out in faith with very little funds and kick off our own HIV/AIDS ministry this past September 2010. Many of you know Gae, who has served along side us for over 5 years now, and know that she has a very deep passion for those who are poor, needy, and in difficult situations. We have asked Gae to be in charge of this ministry and to serve as NTIM/CBF’s Compassion Ministries Coordinator.
Even in these early stages, God is opening our eyes to needs that are greater than we can meet but with your help and partnership, we can truly impact people like MUAY with the love and message of Jesus. We have been asked by one of the hospitals that we are working with to help sponsor 21 children that have been either infected with HIV or affected by parents who are HIV positive. We believe this is something our Lord wants us to consider doing with your partnership. Just this past Saturday, one of the hospitals asked us to come and present a Christmas program to all the HIV Positive children and their friends and family this year. Would you like to be a part of helping us make an impact this year and next year for Jesus?
On our own, we each can make a difference in the world, but collectively as a team we are a force for good that exponentially surpasses what we can do alone. You can make a difference by sending your donations to NTIM, P.O. Box 26115, Birmingham, AL 35260 USA or by giving online at www.gontim.org
