Fundraising Update

As of today, our team has raised $9,965 (or 50% of our goal). Thanks again to all our supporters...we are halfway there!

Here are some of the other Newsong Mission Team websites:

http://www.xanga.com/nocsouthafrica
http://www.xanga.com/NOC_Thailand_07

Here are our prayer requests for the week:

1. NOC South Africa Team - Jeff has been redeployed to Iraq for another tour of duty. Please pray that God will keep him safe and that he can return safety to the team.

2. Civil War in Southern Thailand (Muslims vs. Buddhists) - Pray that peace can be reached. Pray that God will comfort the families who have lost love ones during this time.

3. Kio - Pray that he will get his passport soon. Kio will be spending a few weeks in Hawaii with his family. Pray for safety and that Kio will be able to spend some quality time with his family and friends back home.

4. Suzie - Her grandfather recently passed away from lung cancer. Pray that the God of Comfort will bring peace to her and her family.

5. Nan - Nan's father was recently diagnosed with colon cancer and will be undergoing surgery to remove the cancer. Please pray that the surgery will be successful in removing the cancer. Also, please pray for Nan and her family during this time. Also, pray for Nan's brother who is recovering from knee surgery.

6. Newsong LA London Team - Pray for team unity and that the team will be able to resolve their logistical problems. Pray for their leader, John, who is overwhelmed at this time...pray that God will give him wisdom and discernment.

7. Lila - On of our team supporters, Lila, has felt a strong calling to serve in the mission field. Please pray that God will provide her with opportunities to serve.

8. Katie - Her sister will also be going into surgery in early July. Please pray for a successful surgery and a quick healing process.

9. Fundraising - Please pray that God will continue to provide our funds. We are overwhelmed by everyone's generosity and willingness to support us. We are in the process of organizing another fundraiser on the weekend after July 4. More details to come. Please pray for the planning of this event.