“The will of God is always a bigger thing than we bargain for, but we must believe that whatever it involves, it is good, acceptable and perfect.”       ~Jim Elliot

The past couple weeks I have been feeling this pull to do something more, something different or the same, but in a different place. I didn’t necessarily see myself leaving here after only a few months, butGod’s plans are not always our plans and He has called me to go back to doing travel therapy. To be honest, it’s overwhelming to think about leaving my job, my church, and some pretty awesome friends, but I know that whatever God calls me to do is good, acceptable and perfect. So, in mid to end July, I will be traveling again. I am planning on going to the Dallas, TX area. I am not sure what all this next adventure is going to entail but I am excited for it.

“Let the beauty of what you love be what you do.” ~Rumi

This year I spent the month of March in Choma, Zambia. I had visited twice before, and this time I spent the month with my friend Amy helping her move and get settled and also loving on the children at Children’s Nest, the orphanage where Amy is working now. It was during that month that I felt confirmation that God is calling me to Zambia. I love Zambia, and I love being an occupational therapist and helping people. So, that is what I am going to do!  In 2016, I am going to be joining Amy in Zambia. My role while in Zambia will include:

Children’s Nest:

• Assist with Schooling for the Preschool through Grade One Classes

  • Participate in daily classes, perhaps teach specific subjects (such as health, Bible, etc).

  • Help with crowd control

  • Encourage learning and proper behavior

  • Use class time to carefully observe and evaluate children who ma
    y require therapyEngage in therapy sessions with the Children

• Love and care for the children!

Potential Opportunities at School for Kids with Special Needs

• Evaluate Occupational Therapy related needs for the Children Provide treatments for the Children both in and outside of the classroom to help them achieve optimal performance and independence

Missionary Support

• Support and encourage missionaries living in Zambia

• Assist full time missionaries with their children, making meals, preparing for short term teams

 While in Zambia, I will be working through Ripe For Harvest which is a mission sending agency that allows for individuals to work in the ways God has called them to.  This means if you support me financially, all donations will be received through Ripe for Harvest. Yes, in order for me to do the work God has called me to in Zambia, I am going to need to be fully supported by you!  Here is a breakdown of the support I need to raise:

One-Time Costs:

Budgeted: $15,000

This covers: airfare, housing set-up, visa, phone, and training.

Monthly Costs:

Budgeted: $2,985

This covers: rent, utilities, groceries, health insurance, fuel, language tutor, CN office and therapy supplies, benevolence, contingency, phone talk time, internet, taxes, student loans, airfare (for a yearly trip home), and long-term savings.

Please consider being a long-term financial partner.  Even a $10/month donation goes a long way!  It is through the support of monthly financial partners that I will be able to stay in Choma and work at Children’s Nest. If you are considering a one-time donation, please think about spreading that out over at least the one-year term I am beginning with (keep in mind my move will likely extend beyond one year).  Monthly donations ensure longevity of this ministry.  If you’re worried that you’ll forget, you could even do a lump sum annually if you are able  (say you pledge $10/month and give $120 each January [be sure to indicate this is not a one-time gift]).

How can you donate? Well let me tell you!

Please visit http://ripeforharvest.org/home/donate/

If you choose Electronic Funds Transfer or Credit/Debit: please select “Devericks, Jessica – 107″ from the dropdown menu.

If you are mailing a check: please include a note specifying “Jessica Devericks-107″

Please, before you mail a donation, visit http://goo.gl/forms/1UVWCxFOwh and fill out the form so I can track any gifts and know if your donation is monthly or one-time.  You can also indicate in this form if you would like to receive monthly email updates, or if you are committing to pray for me!

Please note that donating through Credit/Debit will take 3% away from your donation.

“God’s work done in God’s way will never lack God’s supply.”

~J. Hudson Taylor

  I have faith that God will supply for prayer and financial needs for this mission to Zambia. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact me via email at jess.devericks@gmail.com or by phone, 716-499-0033. I am so thankful for all God has done and will continue to do during the next few months and years!