Apostle Charlie B. Ammons Confirmation There Is No Love Like
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~ Volume 3 Issue 10 ~ Apostle Charlie B. Ammons Confirmation On Sunday evening, October 2, 2016 in the sanctuary of Restoration Christian Church—Virginia, the Apostolic Confirmation & Commissioning affirmed to the Office of Apostle, Charlie B. Ammons. The Chief Consecrator was Apostle Zinera White, Jr., Fruit of the Spirit Ministries, International Apostolic Network. As this ministry moves forward, May the grace of God continue to shine through the leaders that He has called for the Kingdom. God Bless Your Holy Name. There Is No Love Like A Daughters Love Ruth, Gloria and Sophie (Daughters of Bishop James) are truly daughters of Pastor Deborah Freeman, affectionately called Momma Africa. They did all they could to make Momma’s Birthday a memorable one. Momma is wearing a traditional ceremonial dress called a “Gomas” it is primarily worn at weddings and other elite events. Of course we all know that it has to be the color of royalty, PURPLE. Although they may be bought, this was made for her by Women of Worth Bridal Shoppe in Kampala. Mom- ma says, “all of God’s daughters are her daughters” and she loves on them equally. If you are one of the many that she calls daughter, you are loved with the love of God. Continuing The Legacy More than forty years ago a man had a dream of doing something good for his community. He didn't have very much, but what he had was love for his children and others. He came from Tanzania to Uganda and followed the path that God placed him on. Reverend Joseph Mwesigwa Katabaro and his wife Christine Mary Katabaro established a school for children in the community where it was desperately needed. In July of 2015, Reverend Katabaro went home to be with God and seven months later in March of 2016, his wife joined him. They are both smiling down on their son, and daughter-in-law Bigsam Carstine and Malinde Katabaro, they both have taken the mantle of respon- sibility and carrying on in their parents footsteps. The Kawotto Savior's Primary School is located in the town of Kijjansi, Uganda. The school is on two acres of land that is a stones throw away from Entebbe Road. The school provides education to 145 children in the community, 44 are orphaned, 20 of them live on campus and the remaining 24 stay in the Katabaros' home with their chil- dren. Each student and teacher contribute to the quality of education and life at the school by empowering one another. Everyone contributes to the school by means of duties and helping where and when they can to ensure that every person there is respected and receives full benefit of what the school has to offer. Students learn life skills and teachers provide plenty of opportunities for the children to help build character, self-esteem and spiritual growth. Power 104.1 FM Impacting the Community In every community there are leaders and organizations that want to make a difference and help improve the standard of living for its citi- zens. That is what is being done through Power 104.1 FM Radio, the voice of Watoto Church in Kampala, Uganda. Peter Kakuru, Managing Director is dedicated to bringing to the listeners quality and wholesome entertainment along with informative information that will make a positive impact on the city and the nation. Priscilla Nalwoga, Program Coordinator ensures that the delivery of entertainment to the listen- ers is relevant and appealing to all from the business person, the family and government. Brenda, Administrative Director and Godwin, Creative Director add to the management team to make Power 104.1 FM one of the finest Gospel Listening experiences in the nation. ACTNIM has made a commitment to the radio station to partner with them starting in January 2017. One of the first programs in the new year will be on Teens in high schools. As part of the "Bridging The Gap" initiative, and as citizens of the community we are doing what we can. “It’s all about love and caring for one another” The Message of Bridging The Gap is Broadcast on Ugandan Television On Sunday mornings at about 10:15 am Bigsam Katabaro walks into the stu- dio at UBC-TV to broadcast his live Christian Program. On this particular Sun- day he is joined by Pastors Reginald & Deborah Freeman, Founders of A Cross the Nations International Ministries. They are missionaries living in Uganda that are helping people to bridge the gap between Black Americans and Africans. The initiative is "Bridging The Gap", bringing together be- lievers in Christ Jesus, that have been displaced from each other through distance, false information other missed opportunities. Today was an opportunity for the Freemans to speak about what the Lord has commanded them to do. This is only the beginning. There are plans for better communications between Black Americans and Africans as a culture in the future. Restoration, Reconciliation, Transformation and Empowerment are keys to Gods plan for His people. Let us all continue to move forward in the name of Jesus. Footwear for Little Feet Men's Seminar So many different Bishop James Mugobansonga, ministries have been Pastor of Revival Full Gospel blessing the children Church in Banda, Kampala, at the two schools in Uganda is very active within his Uganda with all types community providing spiritual of gifts. This time guidance and support. The focus Pastors James & Rob- for this seminar was on "What Is bie Person, Chaplain A Man?" A very powerful ses- Diane Cronnis and sion that kept the audience in- Chaplain Shelia Marble have provided footwear for our chil- volved and eager to learn more. dren, which was delivered to dozens of smiling faces. The Bishop James plans a marriage children are so grateful and they send their love to you that seminar in November and is looking forward to having many more opportu- love on them so much. The teachers were blessed with an nities to pour into believers at least once per month. We thank God for this early Christmas salary bonus from ACTNIM. wonderful servant of the Kingdom. 2 International University of East Africa’s 5th Anniversary & Fashion Show This was an evening filled with passion, talent and elegance. Twenty-nine candidates from different countries that are students competed to represent the International University of East Africa. IUEA is one of the top universities in Uganda even though the school is fairly new. The campus is expanding due to enrollment of students from all over the continent and abroad. ACTNIM took part in the presentation as special guests. Mr. & Miss IUEA for 2016/17. Milton Mwila an Engineering Major from Zambia was crowned Mr. IUEA and Alice Barlow a Business & Management Major from Uganda was crowned Miss IUEA for 2016/17. They both were very impressive and the judges gave them high marks. The other winners in the various categories were as follows: Miss IUEA 1st Runner Up Mr. IUEA 1st Runner Up Miss IUEA 2nd Runner Up Mr. IUEA 2nd Runner Up Kelly Mariellei Mr. Talent Miss Talent Hassan Ahmed Haibeh Science and Technology Mbabazi Daniel Tracy Kiraba Engineering Burundi Business and Management Business and Management Somalia Uganda Uganda Miss Popularity Mr. Popularity Miss Congeniality Mr. Congeniality Nanyanga Peruth Muwanga Byamungu Madenge Divin Rahel Meugsteab Seraphine Junior Ogola Business and Management Engineering Business and Management Engineering Uganda Democratic Republic of Congo Eritrea Uganda “May the Gifts of God Shine Brightly” “A Call for Healthy Leadership” By Minister Deborah Lee Barrett Atlanta, GA (USA) Can you hear it? Every sector of society is crying out for healthy leaders… those who are mentally and emotionally healthy, morally strong, self-actualized and secure, great listeners, forward thinkers, open and aware, empathetic, not ego-driven but committed to the well-being, develop- ment and wholeness of individuals, institutions, and communities within their sphere of influ- ence. The cry is for leaders who can influence others from a place of humble strength, leading from the heart, while making those of lesser rank a priority. This call is for Servant-Leadership, an upside-down leadership model. A PARADIGM SHIFT: UPSIDE-DOWN LEADERSHIP The servant-leader concept is transforming individuals and organizations as a revolutionary leadership style that leads through serving. It is the opposite of the power leadership model which influences others through intimidation, manipulation and control. As an upside-down model, the servant-leader lays aside a self-serving agenda and focuses on empowering and serving others. According to Robert K. Greenleaf, founder of The Greenleaf Center for Servant-Leadership, the distinguishing characteristic of leadership should be service. He further defines this leadership model as follows - “The servant-leader is servant first. Then conscious choice brings one to aspire to lead. The leader-first and the servant-first are two extreme types. The difference manifests itself in the care taken by the servant-first to make sure that other people’s highest priority needs are being served. The best test, and difficult to administer, is this: Do those served grow as persons? Do they, while being served, become healthier, wiser, freer, more autonomous, more likely themselves to become servants? And, what is the effect on the least privileged in society? Will they benefit or at least not be further deprived?” Servant-leadership stands sharply in contrast to many traditional leadership models as a new and healthy kind of leadership that affirms and em- powers. The characteristics and attributes of the Servant-Leader are as follows: GENUINE DESIRE TO HELP OTHERS This type of leader has put ego aside, and places the people first.