I emailed Pastor Jacob in Sri Lanka and not soon after, he emailed me. If you remember, we received an anonymous $2,024 cashier’s check in the mail with “Kidney Campaign” on the memo line. Just the day before, I was praying that God would provide for the projects of the ministry we’re involved in. Then out of the blue, surprising as twins with no ultrasound, we received the check.
So I heard back from Pastor Jacob almost instantly, and this is what he wrote:
“Thank and praise God for all that he has done for me. I was praying for my eyes as doctors have told me that I have to have an operation on both of my eyes [a result of kidney dialysis], and I was praying about it on Sunday. See not even a few days, and God has given me what I wanted. My operations will cost about the same amount. Thank you for your prayers and support. God is going to bless all who are supporting me. I love you all.”
How’s that for amazing?
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
God's Still In This
I want to proclaim the goodness of God. Yesterday we received an anonymous check (a cashier's check) for $2,024 for Jacob's Kidney Campaign. The envelope has no return address on it, and since it's a cashier's check, there's no contact information on it, just the bank information. This is highly rejoicable and significant for several reasons.
On Monday morning I was praying and walking around our neighborhood. I was praying for the ministry we're involved with, George Bakalov Ministries Intl., asking God to provide for the provision of our ministry's projects. Then I looked down and on the curb was a five dollar bill. There was no contact information with it, no way to trace it back to its owner, so I picked it up, and when I see the founder of the ministry this Friday, I'll give it to him as a sign. Then Tuesday we received this anonymous check in our mailbox.
It's as if God is saying not to worry because He'll provide. It's as if God is saying that our job is to pray, and He'll respond to it. It's as if God is saying His provisions will be easy, sitting on the curb or in the mailbox. It's as if God is saying He'll surprise us with His blessings.
What's most surprising to me about this $2,000 check is that it's not part of a recent fundraising campaign, email blast or social media blaze. I haven't even posted an update on Pastor Jacob since February. But God moved this person's heart, this person obeyed, and now Pastor Jacob will know God's still in this.
If you feel moved:
Online donations are quick, easy and tax-free. Click on the Donate button to give a gift or send a check using the information below. All donations are tax-deductible. You will receive a tax-free receipt from Current3, which is a U.S. registered tax-exempt organization.
When sending a check, please write check to Current3 with "Kidney Campaign" on the memo. Please send to:
Chris Heinz,
110 Radnor Road, Suite 101,
State College, PA 16801,
814-574-4127,
chrissheinz@gmail.com
On Monday morning I was praying and walking around our neighborhood. I was praying for the ministry we're involved with, George Bakalov Ministries Intl., asking God to provide for the provision of our ministry's projects. Then I looked down and on the curb was a five dollar bill. There was no contact information with it, no way to trace it back to its owner, so I picked it up, and when I see the founder of the ministry this Friday, I'll give it to him as a sign. Then Tuesday we received this anonymous check in our mailbox.
It's as if God is saying not to worry because He'll provide. It's as if God is saying that our job is to pray, and He'll respond to it. It's as if God is saying His provisions will be easy, sitting on the curb or in the mailbox. It's as if God is saying He'll surprise us with His blessings.
What's most surprising to me about this $2,000 check is that it's not part of a recent fundraising campaign, email blast or social media blaze. I haven't even posted an update on Pastor Jacob since February. But God moved this person's heart, this person obeyed, and now Pastor Jacob will know God's still in this.
If you feel moved:
Online donations are quick, easy and tax-free. Click on the Donate button to give a gift or send a check using the information below. All donations are tax-deductible. You will receive a tax-free receipt from Current3, which is a U.S. registered tax-exempt organization.
When sending a check, please write check to Current3 with "Kidney Campaign" on the memo. Please send to:
Chris Heinz,
110 Radnor Road, Suite 101,
State College, PA 16801,
814-574-4127,
chrissheinz@gmail.com
Monday, February 15, 2010
Critical Update about Pastor Jacob
You might remember that in January 2009 we had raised all the money for Jacob's kidney transplant, and his doctors were trying to identify a donor. Unfortunately, a donor has not yet been found.
Jacob's monthly medical bills are $900 for dialysis and medicine. On top of that, he had to undergo two eye surgeries, which resulted from complications from his dialysis. And, twice he was warded in the intensive care unit because he was seriously ill. As a result of this prolonged process and medical expenses, all the money we raised is gone.
However, there's good news. Over the last year, the funds enabled Jacob to receive the necessary medical treatment to stay alive, and also continue the ministry that is serving so many people. Despite these medical setbacks, Jacob presses on. Widows are being fed, orphans cared for, workers trained in a practical trade, and the church is growing. On February 17 he is leading a conference for 250 pastors.
Jacob doesn't earn a salary, so he has no means to pay his expenses. He's forced to depend on individuals to give. He also cut down on some of his necessary medicines to reduce his monthly costs. I don't know how long he can go on like this.
I'm asking for three things:
First, please pray for Pastor Jacob. Pray for a suitable donor. Pray for his health and for perseverance. He told me he believes God has a plan and a purpose for everything that happens. He is encouraged and strong, and I think through our prayers, God will make him even stronger as he faces this trial.
Second, please consider giving toward his medical costs. As I said, his costs are $900 a month. I'm planning to wire money on March 1. One-time or monthly gifts would be awesome! All gifts are tax deductible. You can DONATE HERE or send a check to: Current3 Ministries, 1433 E Park Hills Ave, State College, PA 16803. If you'd like to give monthly, CONTACT ME and we can work it out.
Third, if would like to pass on a message to Pastor Jacob, USE THIS FORM, and I'll get the message to him.
Thank you for your support. Pastor Jacob's story is not over yet...let's be part of it.
Blessings,
Chris
Jacob's monthly medical bills are $900 for dialysis and medicine. On top of that, he had to undergo two eye surgeries, which resulted from complications from his dialysis. And, twice he was warded in the intensive care unit because he was seriously ill. As a result of this prolonged process and medical expenses, all the money we raised is gone.
However, there's good news. Over the last year, the funds enabled Jacob to receive the necessary medical treatment to stay alive, and also continue the ministry that is serving so many people. Despite these medical setbacks, Jacob presses on. Widows are being fed, orphans cared for, workers trained in a practical trade, and the church is growing. On February 17 he is leading a conference for 250 pastors.
Jacob doesn't earn a salary, so he has no means to pay his expenses. He's forced to depend on individuals to give. He also cut down on some of his necessary medicines to reduce his monthly costs. I don't know how long he can go on like this.
I'm asking for three things:
First, please pray for Pastor Jacob. Pray for a suitable donor. Pray for his health and for perseverance. He told me he believes God has a plan and a purpose for everything that happens. He is encouraged and strong, and I think through our prayers, God will make him even stronger as he faces this trial.
Second, please consider giving toward his medical costs. As I said, his costs are $900 a month. I'm planning to wire money on March 1. One-time or monthly gifts would be awesome! All gifts are tax deductible. You can DONATE HERE or send a check to: Current3 Ministries, 1433 E Park Hills Ave, State College, PA 16803. If you'd like to give monthly, CONTACT ME and we can work it out.
Third, if would like to pass on a message to Pastor Jacob, USE THIS FORM, and I'll get the message to him.
Thank you for your support. Pastor Jacob's story is not over yet...let's be part of it.
Blessings,
Chris
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