Mocambique

Churches in Mocambique were established by Shekinah / Kalibu Ministries during the raging civil war. Pastor Howard spent years ministering to the people of Mocambique, and during those years, the hunger of the people for the Word of God was so strong that they would walk, sometimes for weeks, just to hear it.

When Samora Machel (the Marxist President at the time) was killed, a spiritual breakthrough was achieved and the door stood wide open for the Gospel.

For hundreds of years Mocambique had been ruled and influenced by the Portuguese. Slaves were bought from the interior of Africa through Mocambique to the costal ports for their distribution abroad. The Roman Church held the spiritual reins and they forbade overseas missionaries who were carrying the Gospel to enter the nation. When the door opened in the '80's, only a few missionaries entered the war-torn nation to bring the Gospel to the people.

Many of our church members fled to Malawi to escape the atrocities and war that engulfed their homes. They spent years as refugees in a foreign land until it was safe to return.

The vision of Kalibu Ministries is to reach the remote rural areas with the Gospel and to continue to plant and establish churches and to train the local leaders to maintain and expand the work in their regions. Training, teaching, and imparting spiritual knowledge by the Holy Spirit is where we are concentrating our efforts. There are many believers in these congregations but they lack teaching and discipleship. We work hard to dispel the many vain traditions, the teachings of spiritism and witchcraft and the fear that grips their lives because of generations of darkness.

The mission is based in Morrumbala and headed up by Jim and Eileen Kirt who run a sawmill and logging operation to help finance and carry out the vision of Shekinah / Kalibu in Mocambique.

For more information about the early days of our ministry in Mocambique, please read Pastor Howard's book, "Love Constrained," which may be obtained through our book offerings.

Mocambique - Church Roofing Project

Very often, when our teams go into an area, we find ourselves preaching under the trees. These remote places just don't have churches, as the mere labors involved in eeking out a daily existence consume their lives. And there are some who have never even heard the name of Jesus.

But as they give their hearts to the Lord, and begin to look to Him in all things, a new hope arises within them. Worshipping and praising God take priority, and, as is always true with God, He takes care of everything else. "Seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you."

A modest church is first built by the villagers....mud bricks with a grass roof. But as God continues to work in their lives, they want to do more for Him. And, generally, the initial buildings quickly become overcrowded. So, once again, we are meeting under the trees!

For building the new churches, Kalibu Ministries maintains strict standards. First and foremost, the churches must be preaching and living according to our Statement of Faith. Lives are ALWAYS more important than buildings. Then there is a general plan to follow. Bricks must be properly made and burned in a kiln for strength. Cement mortar must be used, or else the entire building plastered over to protect the walls from damaging rain. Strong and straight timber must be used in preparation for the roof. All of this is done by the villagers themselves.

Mocambique - Pastor Support

There are about 100 pastors in Malawi (and Mocambique) needing financial support. We are looking for people willing to commit to donations of $60 per month over a one-year commitment which will assist these pastors who have no other means of support

WE LOVE OUR PASTORS

Kalibu Ministries has the unique call to go to the remote places and plant churches. Why? Because nobody else will go, and these people in the villages rest heavily upon the heart of God. Our Malawi staff and missionaries travel by vehicle when they can, and often resort to foot when there are no roads....to preach the Gospel and bring souls into the Kingdom of God. Just like the book of Acts, these new churches are committed to faithful, Spirit-filled men who have a heart for their people.

PASTORS' CONFERENCES: Two to three times a year, the pastors are brought in for a conference, for a time of solid preaching and teaching, incredible worship and prayer, and encouragement.

IN-HOUSE TRAINING: A few pastors at a time are brought to the mission headquarters in Blantyre for two weeks of personal teaching and counseling to develop their skills in pastoring. As they go they are blessed with whatever we have to give: a few shirts and trousers, a pair of shoes, a metal bucket, gifts for their wife and children.

PASTORS' SUPPORT: These pastors are giving of their lives for the sake of Jesus. They work tirelessly, with no means of support. They live off the meager food they can grow in their gardens. Because of the overall level of poverty in these remote areas, a Sunday morning offering rarely exceeds 25 cents. Yet, they continue because of the call.

We are looking for people willing to make a commitment of $60 per month for 12 months to assist one of these pastors....so he can adequately feed and clothe his family. They are good ground for sowing your seed, and you WILL be blessed in return. All supporters will be given a photo of the pastor and his family, and updated as to their progress.

If you are willing to support a pastor, please contact:

Roz Heyns, Shekinah Ministries, P.O. Box 64116, Kansas City, MO 64116

Tel: 816-452-5315 Fax: 816-452-5457 E-mail: shekmin@aol.com

Mobile Medical Clinics

Kalibu Ministries is working to develop two mobile medical clinics....one for Mocambique and one for New Sudan. These will be staffed by missionary and local nurses, and carry basic medical supplies and drugs. These vehicles will make routine visits to the remote villages and conduct mini-medical clinics there. Cases beyond the scope of our expertise will be transported to the nearest hospital or permanent clinic.

Not only will these mobile clinics minister to the physical needs of the people, but will address spiritual needs as well. They will also be preaching the Gospel, praying for the sick, and counseling families in matters pertaining to complete well-being.