Rich and Kathy McDonald have not had medical or dental exams since 2014 and are preparing to make the 30 hour trip soon. Click the link to read details.
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Monday, July 26, 2021
Happy Birthday, Sweet Kathy!
Kathy in the cotton patch at WAMAZA
with one of her many special friends.
Dear Kathy,
So sorry to know that you are ill on your birthday. We are praying for your quick recovery from one of many bouts of malaria.
The Bible tells us about your special life with Jesus at the center:
"Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.
...She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.
...Strength and honor are her clothing: and she shall rejoice in time to come.
...She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
...She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
...Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all."
Proverbs 31: 10 - 31
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
D. R. Congo, Prime Minister's Arrival at Kavumu Airport in Bukavu
The purpose of his visit was to sympathize with the displaced people from Goma resettled at ADI-KIVU in Kavumu (north of Bukavu) where he visited
them and spoke with them this Monday, June 7, 2021.
Many families affected by
the volcanic eruption of Nyiragongo in Goma live on the ADI-Kivu site.
Questions relating to drinking water,
food and housing conditions for these displaced persons still remain a
problem that the central government and people of good will must find
a solution.
The First Minister, SAMA LOKONDE, promised these compatriots
that "a lasting solution to their problem will be found immediately," said, Sama Lokonde.
After discussions with these victims, the First Minister, accompanied by twelve ministers returned to the Capital in Kinshasa.
(Report produced in Kavumu by Danny
Magadju on the occasion of the arrival of the First Minister in South
Kivu. Radio Kahuzi, Bukavu.)
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Thousands Evacuate Volcano to Camps near Bukavu
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
HAD A LITTLE EARTHQUAKE JUST NOW!
Security Alert #4 – Volcanic Eruption of Mount Nyiragongo – Increase in Intensity and Frequency of Seismic Activity
Location: Western Rwanda, specifically Rubavu District in the Western Province
Event: Earthquakes and seismic activity, including the release of harmful gases from fissures, continue as a result of the May 22 eruption of Mount Nyiragongo. There are reports of damage from the earthquakes throughout Gisenyi, including of buildings and streets. Remain vigilant, monitor local media, and follow instructions of local authorities. U.S. citizens who feel unsafe should consider departing Gisenyi.
Roads between Gisenyi, Musanze, and Kigali remain open. U.S. citizens are encouraged to report their whereabouts and any requests for assistance to the U.S. Embassy at ACSKigali@state.gov.
KATHY MCDONALD REPORTS she saw a map with roads blocked by magma flowing to the lake and stating it was too dangerous to cross over because of the heat and deadly gasses and liquid fire inside these tunnels of magma!
HAD A LITTLE EARTHQUAKE JUST NOW!
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Congo-Kinshasa: Nyiragongo Eruption near Radio Kahuzi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlIOcRycG-g
Richard McDonald reports;
Lots of activity today, Sunday, the volcano continues movement into Goma and the airport.
Goma is approximately 100 miles north of Bukavu and the home of Radio Kahuzi.
To read more articles go to All Africa News, page down to the links on the righthand column under the photo of Rich and Kathy McDonald.
Saturday, May 8, 2021
Mother's Day Greetings
Dear Friends of BESI / Radio Kahuzi,
Kathy and I would like to wish all our mothers a Blessed Day in the Lord...those will with us and those who have graduated to their Heavenly Rest as Kathy's mother, Millie and mine, Faith. They are missed each day and we look forward to our reunion in Glory. Love you, Mom!
Some have asked us to share what our daily ministry looks like. It is nonstop each day with trips to the bank to pay local electric and water bills, and to have funds to pay our staff. Sometimes there are trips to the hospital to pay for staff and families medical bills and to the store to purchase our own food and pharmacy needs. Kathy and I have also enjoyed each week preparing music and messages such as programs of "Joy in the Morning" and transferring them to the Radio Kahuzi computer at the new studio.
Last month the Lord answered our prayers and gave us a wonderful opportunity to minister to African and European participants in the funeral of a very special French lady who was a member of the Bukavu community.
Mme DeCandolle
1980’s
When her mother became very ill, Caroline, her daughter, asked us to come and pray with them, and as the visit progressed, she and her mother wanted to be led in a prayer for salvation. As her mother had difficulty hearing, Caroline asked Richard to pray in French, and she would repeat each sentence for her to repeat leading her in the sinner's prayer. She was near death at that time.
Surprisingly, she recovered and became involved with our ministry and enjoyed reading and correcting some of our French manuscripts of Pastor Kulp's messages for posting on our Blogspot and for publishing our messages on Eternal Security. What a joy to watch her “grow in Grace.”
Last month she said Good-Bye to her Bukavu staff with a reassuring smile, stating that she would not be coming back from the hospital to her home, because she had assurance that her future home was with Jesus Christ in Heaven.
Mme DeCandolle’s casket being taken by boat across
Lake Kivu to be interred on her plantation.
As we have been Rejoicing in this Resurrection Season, may the Lord continue to Bless and Prosper Spiritually yours and our Families and Outreach Ministries to His Praise and His Glory! That's why we are here on earth and later on in Heaven—After ALL
We are Truly Blessed to be able to experience and to share God's Grace here at Radio Kahuzi to this vast country of D. R. Congo!
Because you are there for us we can be here for a very large family of believer's in Bukavu and beyond.
Your prayers and faithful support have brought us through these many years of sharing His Good News.
With Love and Thanksgiving in our hearts to you all,
Richard and Kathy McDonald
"In everything give thanks: for this is the will of
God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”
I Thessalonians 5:18
Saturday, May 1, 2021
Happy Birthday, Richard
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