Living Water in Ghana

In the first year three wells were constructed, quenching the thirst of 8,000 people by safe, clean water. After three years, thirteen wells have been constructed. Dr. Bill Larson has been the driving force who attracted donors and provided quality control. Throughout his distinguished career, Bill has insisted that "water is the centerpiece of the life support cycle," and remains the key to family and communal existence. The townspeople have received tools and training; the villages have committed ongoing maintenance and security; enthusiasm for the project remains high. Partnership with other churches is being explored to broaden the project in the future.

The Ghana story is a parable of mission possibility. Church members in America knew from their childhood a critical need in their native Ghana. They proposed a simple project to a mission commission constituted by a small church in Minnesota. God acted and members responded. On both sides of an ocean, people glimpsed the larger intention of the effort. It’s a tiny project, a literal drop in the bucket, but a church in the U. S. no longer inquires "When did we see you thirsty?" We’re focused now on a few isolated towns in Ghana, their real need, and the call of Christ.

Please contact Collins Ofori-Amanfo for additional information or questions.