NATE ON A MISSION

People On A Mission: Thrive Africa

                       

People that have a mission, and that are actively pursuing it are some of the most amazing people. I love them. Alece Ronzino is one of them. At the young age of 19, she started what is now known as Thrive Africa. It has become a gateway for change in South Africa.

To put Thrive’s mission statement in their own words, here it is

Thrive Africa’s vision is to disciple Believers, equip leaders, and strengthen the Church in Southern Africa.

That is a BOLD statement right there. Let me tell you right now, they do a darn good  job of doing just that. From what I have seen Thrive Africa is an outstanding organization. I’m proud to feature them on my blog today.

There are several ways that they simply carry out their vision in everyday life in South Africa. They teach aids prevention classes to the local area high schools. They have seen a dramatic changes in the students both in and out of school. This program is taught entirely by their national staff. What an awesome thing. In addition, they also teach after-school discipleship classes to the kids. Taking them through the next step in their faith, and making it real life. So cool.

It is heard that the church in Africa is a mile wide and an inch thick. That very well, may be true, but Thrive is here to change that! Ninety percent of pastors in Africa have no formal training. They work to reach out and invest in the pastors to teach them effective ways of reaching out to their churches.

How freaking awesome is that?!

That’s not even all of it. I’m just highlighting the best parts! They also lead mission trips year round! They have one year interns in addition to the staff that they have on site. The interns are also learning as they serve the country of South Africa. There are interns that also come in the summer for two months and help lead out the missions teams that come in and much, much more!

I am so blown away at how God is using Thrive Africa to further His Kingdom. I know that He will continue to use Thrive to mightily change South Africa. I have already seen it.

There are so many ways that you can impact South Africa from where you are sitting right now. I bet you didn’t know that did you? Thrive has recently opened an online store to help support the ongoing mission. You get wickedly cool stuff like free trade coffee, and you directly support an outstanding organization. How cool is that? Learn more how YOU can make an impact in South Africa!

The truth of it is that Thrive Africa needs you to continue to do the work that needs to be done to change South Africa. They are boldly asking for 80,000 dollars in new support as of yesterday (quite literally). That is a big request. We know  that God can do the impossible! You can be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Be part of this change.  DO SOMETHING!

Impact South Africa Initiative - www.ImpactSouthAfrica.com

Thrive Africa Store - www.ThriveAfricaStore.com

Thrive’s website - www.ThriveAfrica.org

                         

This is some Thrive Africa Swag that I got from the online store! Want some of your own TA SWAG? Get yours here!