This Is It!!

Voice of the Martyrs highlighted their ministry to the Guerillas in Colombia in their most recent magazine (April 2006). Most of you will remember my earlier post about Colombia. The Colombian Guerillas (FARC) hate Christians because they will not have anything to do with the growth or distribution of cocaine (their biggest finance), give them money, or help them in their war against the government (4). Many Christians are harassed or killed, churches are closed, and many pastors work under a death penalty.

There are many, many children being trained in the Guerilla camps. Some are kidnapped, others are recruited, and still others join of their own volition in hopes of a more exciting life. Click HERE to view a story and picture of young girl guerillas.

VOM is ministering directly to the Guerillas (and other factions) to bring an end to the violence. They distribute Bibles, radios, and other literature to the Guerillas and the regular Colombian army. They usually walk, or go by boat. They have approved the use of only one airplane, since airplanes have been shot down in the past (Ya hear that africaflyboy? Shot Down!).

I cannot go to Colombia myself right now, but this is my opportunity to help those children I wept about two years ago! I am, in the next week or so, sending New Testaments (71 cents each), and maybe one of the radios ($18.25 each) to aid VOM workers in reaching those children. I think it would be awesome if anyone else is interested and wants to help me. Let me know if you are, and I can send your money with mine.