God's Team

Our Team (I just got the call that we are heading out, so I will try to post a picture of the team later!) They mean the world to me!!!
 
Jason: He and his wife adopted from SL in a time of complete struggle to get children and then took their own hard earned money to start The Raining Season. He is a funny, light hearted, with a child like spirit who is totally sold out for Christ. He loves the country and people of Sierra Leone as much as he loves Elvis! He is a man with a vision who knows that with God in the lead, he can break every barrier to help these children and families. He does it with kindness, love and humor, always having a lollie and a song for the children. Jason must hold the same characteristics as David, Daniel and Paul!

Tina: Joined Jason and Erica in the fight for these children after having adopting two of them from the country. Tina works tirelessly, 24-7, without monetary reimbursement and will be the first to give all glory to God for His provision and blessings. She has inspired me in so many ways since reconnecting with her. She will be a life long friend and sister in Christ!

 Karen: This woman simply inspires me. She quit a high paying career based on a whisper from God to begin to drill water wells in Africa! check out her amazing work through Just Hope International. Karen has the most amazing stories and has a simple, honest heart that just draws me to her. She will be a mentor and friend for life! And yesterday, she guaranteed a young woman a college education by taking the step to say, "Yes, I will help!"

Andrew: Andrew and his wife saw three smiling faces on The Raining Season website and decided to attempt to adopt from a country where there is currently an adoption ban. They are claiming God's promises to care for these children and despite knowing others might question their decision to move forward, they are standing firm on His promises! Someday I hope Andrew's family and my family will be reunited in SL to bring children into our homes!

Tom: This man saw a newspaper article about The Raining Seasaon and took that STEP. He made the phone call. He brought Tina and Erica to Las Vegas, where he lives, and is now in the process of making the next step of involving his entire congregation in the work here!  One simple step...pick up the phone and call.

Tracy: Tracy and his wife live in Tennessee and heard Jason and Erica talk about their work in Africa. They decided to become involved although they did not know what they would offer. Tracy has offered such a kind heart, a tender spirit, a knowledge of researching and detail that is hard to describe. God knew what he had to offer and is using it abundantly here!

Richard: a banker from Tennessee who has joined in Karen's work with JustHopeInternational. He could have stayed in his comfortable home, just living a comfortable life but he chose to take a step. Richard takes most of the pictures and videos you see. He has such an honest heart and quiet demeaner, taking it all in and quietly bringing us a firm stabiility as our emotions fluctuate with the wind.

Todd: A pastor who continually tells us that he can not preach! His words bring comfort and encouragement to me daily! His knowledge of God's word is inspiring and Todd applies it in every situation we encounter. Todd and I continue to share "surreal" moments like walking through the African bush with a tribal chief and meeting a chief in a tiny hut in Kroo Bay. He always has a child on his arm and is the true outpouring of Jesus' command to "go and make disciples in every nation"!

Osseh: This man serves as the logistical director for The Raining Season. He has been our guide and director from the very moment we stepped foot in Africa. He is calm, comforting and extremely knowledgable about his country. His wife is a nurse and he has two beautiful boys. Osseh credits accepting Christ in His life as the greatest moment for him. He not only directs us around town, but also directs our efforts towards the Lord.

Quami: Jason continues to joke that "Uncle Todd" wants to wrestle "Uncle Quami" because Quami has a muscular frame that provides a protective love to the children of The Covering. Tracy tells us that Quami is his new hero! This man is so professional, organized and competent. I can only imagine the experiences he has had living in a war torn country like Sierra Leone, but he is resilient and strong. His powerful presence is only made more powerful by his tenderness and patience when working with the children and his continual praise of our almighty Jesus Christ!