Joseph Kabilla Re-elected

The election results were finally announced last night! Joseph Kabilla was re-elected and there continues to be much controversy. This article has the most recent news. Tshisekedi has proclaimed himself as president despite the official results and this could cause a lot of problems.

Sam spoke with the CECU president, Bosokpale, this morning and he reported that things are still peaceful in Gemena, but people remain anxious. Our original plan was to return to Gemena on Sunday. But since the results were just announced yesterday we and Bosokpale have decided to tentatively plan to return on Wednesday. We are grateful that there is peace at the moment, but we know that the next couple days will give us a better idea of the safety in Congo. We want to return to our home, work and friends, but we feel it is wise to wait a little more. We trust the CECU leadership to give us the "go-ahead" at the right time.

Michelle's dad arrived safely in Bangui after traveling for 60 hours. He got to meet his grandaughter, Soleil, for the first time and he will be visiting until January 3rd. One of his bags did not arrive when he did, so please pray that it is returned to him quickly. It was the bag containing all of his clothes.

We are still enjoying our time in Bangui. Between the four of us, we have gotten a decent amount of work done and plenty of relaxing. It has been enjoyable to fellowship with other missionaries in Bangui and meet some other young families. At the same time, we are becoming antsy. Bangui is not our home or our place of work and ministry. So we look forward to being in Gemena again.

We appreciate your prayers!