Update from the Jessens

In addition to their work with evangelism, church planting and training church leaders, VRBC-supported missionaries Kelly and Jenni Jessen of e3 Partners have started an incredible ministry in Thailand to provide rescue and restoration to girls who have become young mothers through sexual exploitation. They returned to Colorado for furlough almost a year ago and are continuing the ministry from there until they return to Thailand. See below for an update on how they are seeing captives find freedom in Christ, and be sure to check out the links at the bottom to learn more about them and their ministry. As with any of our missionaries, you can also learn more and watch a brief video greeting made especially for our congregation at www.vrbc.net/missionaries.

 

 

Dearest Warriors and Friends,

It has been wildly difficult to be away from our Compass 31 girls for the past 11 months.  Even so, God is continuing to do amazing things on the girls' behalf.  You might remember stories of challenges and victories from our girls:  Anna, Mali, Hosanna and Peem?  Here is a snapshot of where they are now.

• Anna has finished professional sewing school and is now working in a Christian-run dress shop.  Her daughter, Chompuu, is in 1st grade and both are doing well.  
• Mali will complete her high school degree in March and is looking forward to going on to Bible school so that she can pursue her dream of being a missionary to China.  Her daughter, Ponsawan, is a healthy happy one year old who loves to laugh and to explore.  
• Hosanna is studying for her high school degree while also attending sewing school and english classes.  She is thriving with the busy schedule and loving support of her foster family.  Her daughter, Hadessa Moon just turned three and will begin preschool in a few months.  
• Peem struggled with family pressure and cultural expectations after we left Thailand but has now returned safely to her village with her daughter.  She is living and working near her mother.

The upcoming opportunities for our C31 project are expanding beyond our wildest hopes and dreams. We are excited about the possibility of developing job opportunities for rescued girls.  This potential opportunity will further our reach into fighting slavery and making disciples.  We look forward to sharing more about these developments in the upcoming months.

Thank you for your prayers, your love and your support.  Because of you we are seeing captives find freedom in Christ.

In His Grip,
Jenni for the family
www.compass31.org
www.e3partners.org/jessen