Preach it!
Jeff Hostetter preaches to the saints at the
Konkomba family camp. Saints from around this remote part of
Ghana gather together to hear the Word of God preached.
Camp preaching
Jeff is seen preaching here through an interpreter.
One of the many challenges of evangelism in Ghana is to overcome the
language barrier. The Hostetter's learned the main local
language of Twi, but there are many other languages or variations spoken
throughout Ghana.
A Happy Camper
The great teaching at the camp encourages the heart
and spirits of those who attend. Pictured here is a one of
the attendees who came all the way from the United States!
Calling all Truth seekers!
A group of people being encouraged during one of the
many messages from the camp.
Diligent Listeners
More spiritual men getting equipped to take the Word
of God to Africa and beyond.
Jeff and Kids
One of the most encouraging aspects about the camp
is the number of youth who attend. These are the ones who will
take the message of the Gospel out in the years to come.
Perseverance
These three young men were the victory in the first
road race at Konkomba Family Camp. The race was about 1.5
miles to the local lake and back. Physical competition is a
great way to learn spiritual discipline in doing our best and giving
it our all for Christ.
Joy in the Lord
Young attendees at the camp get excited for Jesus.
Kids are the most honest of all God's creation, and a great example
of how we are to be innocent and trusting in our relationship with
God.
Local Youth
Some children from a local village in Konkomba.
As can be seen the conditions are tough there. Much of the
Hostetter's time and resources are spent helping people with their
physical needs so they can reach them with spiritual needs.
Cooking at Camp
Conditions are tough at this camp. All who
attend are a great example of persevering in the name of Christ, and
making spiritual things a priority.
Not a Motel 6!
Accommodations at the camp are primitive at best.
A tent is about as good as it gets. But the results of
reaching souls for Jesus are worth it.
Camp Accommodations
Camp Cook
Abby Yaya cooks up a meal for some of the camp
attendees.
A USA Visitor
Keziah, a visitor in Ghana from Montana, USA,
relaxes at the camp. Keziah came from Montana to be in the school
and has done a great job stepping up being diligent at her school
studies.
Another USA Visitor
Caleb Wilson is another visitor from the states who
has had the opportunity to spend time with the Hostetters and was
able to attend the Konkomba family camp.
Jeff Preaching
Local Encouragement
A young Ghanaian encourages through teaching at the
camp. One of the goals of the Hostetter's missionary work has
been to train up local men to spread the Gospel, as Paul did in the
first century church. The successful results of this can be
seen here.
Preaching and Teaching
Red Rover, Red Rover
Keziah and some local youth play the ageless game of
Red Rover, Red Rover.
Strong Man Competition
Jeff Hostetter organizd a strong man competition to
engage some of the young men and youth. Physical fitness is a
great way to connect with them and to overcome some of the language
barriers.
Throw that Rock!
One of the activities of the strong man competition
was to throw a rock over a rope. These young men have some
muscles!
Sacked out
Two of the attendees get some rest during the camp.
The activities and heat help them to sleep good when they get the
chance.
Local Konkomba Village
Crikey!
Jeff Hostetter surveys the waters in preparation for
a swim. For the most part, the waters are safe, and a swim
comes in handy for cooling off from the various activities.
Can you imagine the size of the ants?
That is an ant hill pictured behind the young man.
The ants in Ghana build these enormous ant hills. Fortunately,
the ants are not interested in humans. : )