Mozambique Initiative
Newsletter - May & June 2014
The MI Welcomes the M'punzu Trio - Coming in June!
As part of our vision of "partnering to transform people and their communities toward the image of Christ," the MI is committed to fostering a mutual exchange of spiritual gifts and worship experiences with our brothers and sisters in Mozambique. Given this year's theme at the upcoming Missouri Annual Conference of "passionate worship", we have invited the M'punzu Trio to join us by taking a key role in leading worship and teaching us about expressions of worship from Mozambique. We believe that the trio will help to foster this transformative exchange as we learn from one another.
The word "M'punzu" is a Mozambican traditional instrument similar to a trumpet, which is used for calling people for adoration and joyful worship. The meaning of the word itself refers to the announcement of a new day, rebirth, hope, and joy.
The M'punzu Trio is Joel Mauele on guitar/vocals, Renaldo Cardoso on bass, and Valdemar Gimo on drums.
Listen Now - Makhofu
This song is about the fight that Mozambican woman endure for the lives of their families as they struggle to feed their children in the midst of poverty. This song encourages them in their fight!
M'punzu Trio - Missouri Tour Schedule
The M'punzu Trio will be touring the state of Missouri while here from Mozambique. We invite you to be a part of this amazing musical exchange:
Springfield, MO - Annual Conference
- Friday, June 6: Annual Conference, Worship Slam, 6pm-8pm
- Saturday, June 7: Annual Conference, Mozambique Mingle, 5pm-7pm
Gilardi's Italian Restaurant
820 East Walnut Springfield, MO 65806
all are welcomed - suggested donation of $10
email the MI to RSVP: sbollinger@moumethodist.org
- Monday, June 9: Annual Conference, Appointments Session, 8am-11am
St. Louis, MO
- Tuesday, June 10: 2720 Cherokee Performing Arts Center
2720 Cherokee St. Louis, MO 63118
doors at 7pm, show at 8pm
Sarah Bollinger and the B-Sides opening
Kansas City, MO
- Friday, June 13: Central UMC - District Wide Concert, 7pm-9pm
Central United Methodist Church
5144 Oak Street, Kansas City, Mo
all are welcome!
playing with Sarah Bollinger and the B-sides & Central UMC's Congolese Choir
- Saturday June 14: Country Club UMC, 100 Year Anniversary Celebration
Country Club United Methodist Church
400 W 57th St., Kansas City, MO
BBQ provided
playing with Sarah Bollinger and The B-Sides
- Sunday, June 15: St. Paul's Raymore, Leading Sunday Worship
Sikeston, MO
- Wednesday, June 18: First UMC Sikeston - Leading Mid-Week Worship
Cape Girardeau, MO
- Friday, June 20: House Concert with La Croix UMC, 7pm-9pm
Contact Jim Beise for details at: jbeise@lacroixchurch.org
- Saturday, June 21: La Croix UMC - Leading Saturday Worship Service
- Sunday, June 22: La Croix UMC - Leading Sunday Worship Services
Visit us at Annual Conference!
The Missouri Methodist Annual Conference is a great opportunity to check in and engage with this ministry. We would love for you to stop by our booth, come to the Mozambique Mingle, and bring letters to your partners in MZ with you to Annual Conference.
All are invited to stop by the Mozambique Mingle, which will be a great time to connect, learn more, and talk face to face with our MI Representative, Ezequiel Nhantumbo from MZ.
Where: Gilardi's Italian Restaurant
820 East Walnut Springfield, MO 65806
When: Saturday June 7, 2014: 5pm-7pm
Who: All are welcome
suggested donation of $10
What: mix, mingle, munch, find out more about Mozambique, and listen to music!
The M'punzu Trio will be playing live jazz, and snacks will be served. Come and enjoy!
email the MI to RSVP: sbollinger@moumethodist.org
Connect with your Church Partner or Start a New Church Partnership!
Partnerships between churches in Mozambique and Missouri form the backbone of our work. Find out how to get more involved in a beautiful new relationship!
For existing partnerships, feel free to bring letters, photos, or small gifts with you to AC to be sent back to your partner in MZ along with our MI Representative, Ezequiel.
Offering for the Gondola Training Center to be Taken at Annual Conference
The Gondola Training Center (GTC) in Mozambique is a new educational center designed to train United Methodist lay leaders and pastors in theology, church leadership, development, microfinance, and sustainability. The GTC is strategically placed north of the Save River in Mozambique, which is an area that has experienced a distinct absence of educational opportunities and extreme poverty. After many years of investing in this center and sending numerous volunteers in mission teams who have helped with the construction of the GTC, we are very excited that the GTC has officially opened its doors! This offering at Annual Conference is dedicated to the continued support of the GTC and its students for the transformation of people and their communities toward the image of Christ.
Successful Launch of the GTC
During the March 2014 itineration, the MI was pleased to be a part of the opening of the Gondola Training Center, and participate in the teaching of the first cohort of students.
Email the MI at sbollinger@moumethodist.org to find our more about sponsoring a student at GTC!
Highlights from March 2014 Itineration
The Mozambique Initiative's recent itineration to Mozambique was a huge success. In addition to the opening of the Gondola Training Center, the small team made the following visits:
- Barrane UMC, partners with Country Club UMC
- Matola UMC, partners with Webster Hills UMC - Dedication of New Education Wing
- A new well at Mavilla UMC - funded by Cornerstone UMC & La Croix UMC
- Successful microfinance projects including Jerusalem UMC, partners with Grace UMC in Cape
- Cambine Seminary
- The Hanhane Women's Shelter
- The nearly completed Mabumbuza School - partners with Manchester UMC
Contact Us
In Missouri:
Sarah E. Bollinger, PhD, LCSW
The Mozambique Initiative - Associate Director
PO Box 2163
St. Louis, MO 63158
314-623-0401
sbollinger@moumethodist.org
In Mozambique:
Ezequiel Marcos Nhantumbo, MT
The Mozambique Initiative - Representative
Ao c/ I.M.U. - Mocambique
C.P. 2640 Av 24 de Julho, 4200
Cell: +258-824995020
enhantumbo@tvcabo.co.mz
ezequielnhantumbo@yahoo.com
Skype: ezequiel.marcos.nhantumbo312
