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GHANA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
PBICAN MISSION
EVANQSLI8M
DAVID AND DEBORAH
C 0 D C H
Fiald Ajldress:
GHANA CHRISTIAN GOLLEGB
Box 5722
ACCRA, GHANA
Feb. 2k, 1980
Forwarding Agent:
Mr. Mra. Fred Coucn
P.O. Box 108
Snithviiie, Ind. U7U58
Dear Friends in Christs
We have been in Oiana a little over a week now. Already we have learned many new
things. The Ghanaian people are very friendly and they have made us feel welcome.
There is one inconvenience. Our arrival was during the hottest time of the year thus
far. On top of that our water has been off since we have been hero. However, the
Lord has amply provided in that area. Sometimes it makes for a little more work,
but we really appreciate the water we do have.
Our flight over was without any major difficulties. We ware fortunate to spend
Thurs. night in a small lutch hotel. It is especially for missionaries and is lo
cated in an older section of Amsterdam. We were able to walic around the city and
even buy some hot dogs. We arrived safely in Accra the evening of Feb. l5*
Since then we have gotten our house somewhat in order and become acquainted with
the functions of the college. The weather has been hot, much like you experience
in Aug*, but the humidity is higher.
we really like the people here and are beginning to feel comfartable wito them.
We know we still have much to leam, but they are patient with us. Qannainication
has been no problem. We can understand their English most of the time. They seem
to be able to understand us if we speak slowly. Already we have begun to speak
slowly and very distinctly.
We hope and pray that the Lord will use us in this work, please continue to pray
for us. May God bless you.
Yours in Christ,
Dave and leb
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Evangelist Bible College Teacher ^ Bible Reader Public School Teacher Pilot.
Homemaker Doctor Nurse Social Worker Music Teacher Radio
ministry Radio follow-up Christian Service Camp Linguistics Maintenance of
mission equipment Maintenance Benevolent Office Work Production of Bible
Correspondence Courses Production of Christian literature in the National Language Village
Evangelism Name other:
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PARENTS:
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7 1980
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tion about yourself and your mission work.
Please type or print clearly *Do not abbreviate
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This is not an application form. It is not an official form endorsing you and your work. It is simply a worksheet designed to help us publicize
your work that may help produce new friends for you, prayers and financial assistance. If any questions seem too personal or seem offensive
to you, please feel free to leave them blank.
Date:
(Month Day Year)
Name in full
Spell out all names
IL
Middle Name
Complete address on field:
(Number - Street City Slate - Zip number Country)
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Phone number on field: In Case of Emergency call # :
Ask for:
(first - Middle - Last name and address)
Your complete address while In USA:
(Number Street City - State - Zip)
Your USA phone number: area code phone number
Name and address of LIvlnglInk church or churches:
Number & Street
(Full name ol church)
City
(Full name ol church)
City:
State
Number & Street
State
Names and addresses of other sponsoring churches whose elders recommend you:
Number & Street
(Full name ol church)
City: State
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Zip
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City: State Zip
Please send letters of recommendation from the elders in
your sponsoring churches which will encourage other
churchestosupportyourmissionary work. Certainly the
words of these elders will help to convince others
regarding the worthiness of your mission work. Please
help MSA to spread your news through HORIZONS by
sending these elders' letters from your sponsoring
churches as soon as possible. MSA will be happy to help
you contact these elders if you will send the full
addresses of the churches.
Please sketch a map directing visitors to your location on the mission field
Recommendations by Christian Leaders: {List names here and enclose a copy of each letter.)
Name: Number & Street
State City:
Name
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children have been adopted please indicate.) In case you are single, please list your brothers and sisters by name In
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approximate dates:
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EDUCATION (high school and later):
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What influenced you to become a missionary? JU'.<y .^
What is your purpose in missions? Or what do you hope to accomplish on the mission
field?
Your own explanation in some detail might be influential in leading others into full-time service. (Use extra sheets if
you need more space):
Describe briefly In outline form the nature of your daily duties on the field:
Which of the following terms most nearly describes your missionary status?
Evangelist Bible College Teacher Bible Reader Public School Teacher
Homemaker ^ Doctor Nurse Social Worker Music Teacher
ministry Radio follow-up Christian Service Camp Linguistics Maintenance of
Pilot,
Radio
mission equipment Maintenance
Correspondence Courses
Evangelism Name other:
Benevolent
an li^era'
Office Work Production of Bible
Prody^tion of Christian lj|erature in the National Language Village
U.r-T'iJL
Languages you know (fluent/non-fluent)
PARENTS:
Father's name and his home address:
Living .
City
Deceased
State
s Last name)
Number & Street
Zip J172EI^_ Phone
is he a Christian? Yes
His occupation C
Whatjpositions of leadership has he held in the local church?
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What Christian service does he now do?
Mother's full maiden name
{first
No
Last name)
Living Deceased
City
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State Zip 7 ^ ^ Phone
No Her occupation if employed outside the
home
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If so, please list their names, location, kinship and details on a separate sheet with a brief explanation of their
missionary activity.
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State ;=
No
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, City
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Where attend church?
(Full name ol church)
Number & Street
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Should money be sent to the forwarding agent only?
Does the forwarding agent receive a salary?
Please give the full name of the mission:
Does the mission have official tax exempt status?
State Zip
In what form should funds be sent?
Please give details of HOW checks should be written to this mission:
if funds are to be sent directly to the missionary on the mission field, please explain the details of HOW to do it, so we
can give your explanation to HORIZONS readers and others who may inquire
Mission Services Association is depending upon you to keep her informed regarding your missionary activity.
Thanks so very much; you are the BEST source for your information we know, so you are a vital partner.
if you have additional information that you think will be helpful to the staff of MSA In preparing news stories about
your ministry, please feel free to send it. MSA is depending upon you. Thanks.
GHANA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
PlICAM MISSION
BTANOBLISM
DAVID AND DEBORAH
c 0 a C H
Fisid Address:
OHANA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
Box 5722
ACCRA, GHANA
May I4, 1980
Forwarding Agent:
Mr.Mrs. Fred Ooucii
P.O. Box 108
Smithvijj.e, Ind. ii7ii58
Dear Christian Friends,
Greetings from (Siana. By now the winter is over for you and spring is once
again bringing you warm weather. It is just the opposite for us. We have been
going through the hottest part of the year. Sane have said this year has been
one of the hottest for quite a while. Wow we are on the verge of the rainy sea
son. Already we have had a couple of big stoims. They bring with them some cool
er weather^ cool in the sense that we wa: pants instead of shorts around the
house.
Life has its ups and downs. Right now it seems to be one of the downs- The
post office employees have gone on ^t^e- That means no mail can go out or ccme
"in. We really enjoyed receiving mail from our families, friends, and some of o*r
supporters. Now, we scanetimes get tfce feeling that we are cut off from the rest
of the world. Please pray for us that these things don't get us down. We have
also been having some problems with the water and the electricity. Right
neither is working and we don't know when they will be fixed. We are learning
first hand how to cope with quite a few situations in life.
The college is in its third and final term for this school year. David has
been teaching since the beginning of the term. Graduation will be coming up June
11|. There is a lot to be done in the few weeks before then.
I We have been visiting a few of the..churches. We also attended the Easter Con
vention of the Christian Churches Brotherhood. David will be going with some
of the students to^aiar.t a cli)^ch_in May. It is a process which covers a period
of several weeks, so the peo^e of the village can be taught. Many know little
or nothing about God as we know Hirft-
We ask that you also remember the Carl Bridges family and Dorothy Eunson in
your prayers. The Bridges will be returning to CSrana in June, Dorothy will be
going to the States for a much deserved rest,also ^ June.
Yours in Christ,
Dave and Deb
(This letter was sent to us to send out to the churches. Due to the strike they
thought they would have to go to the air port and send it out with someone going
to the States. Anote at the end however indicated that the,.,^r^e_^d been
j settled, and they could send mail once again. I'm sure they would appreciate
"hearing from you. Their address is above. Fred W- Couch)
(July- 5v -19i30-WEM:
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Couch Serves Ghana
David, and Xlrs, Sehorah Couch
arrived in .Gha^.,.Fc^_i^
David is involved in Bible teachi^
i
with Ghana Christian College and ;
visiting the churches. Deb is involved
in teaching BiVle and sharing in '
ladies Bible study, lavld and toe.
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Barbara Kalb served in Ghana"
November^ 197i t^ iJovemberv"
i
When they-xetumed-to-the iltafcas-.J
due tp,_their son ^
influenced his sister i eb and her!
husband to carry on the mission wjjrk.
Tiie field is near the equator and
Dave and^Deb arxived there at the]
hottest season of the year. Iheyi
love the people and are adjusting
well to new culture and climat-e.
David' Clarence Couch-was bo3m

June 28,'1957 in ,KQkDmcL+,.Ind.to..rfi.d_..

; I
.C. ana tos, Joyce Couch. , Bred, iftla- -
Christian Preacher and Joyce is as
secretary at Indiana University.
They also serve as forwarding agents
for David and Deb. David was graduated ^
from high school at Predericktcj^, Ohio
in 1975* He had four years at Johnson
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i Page - 2 - Couch Serves Ghana -July 3,80 -VHH)
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Bihle Qoilege near Knoxville,.. Tenn-
where he was graduated in 1979* Uavid
has served as Preacher since 1977 in
Indiana. This couple is recomraended
by the elders of: Southside Christian
Church, Smithville, Ind.; The Church
of' Christ at Palmyra, Predericktown,
Ohio; C'.urch of Christ :Iempfie3d
Township, Ireensburg, Pa. and iiei^s
Church of Christ, i-lcConnelsville-,
Ohio.
t
Mrs. Deborah D. Kalb Couch was-
bom November 2, 1957 in Zanesville,
^ Ohio to Robert C. and Mrs. Carma P.
Kalb. He is an elder and both parents
are Sunday School teachexs. Deb was
graduated from high school at McCdnhells-
ville, Ohio in 1975- ^he too had '
four years at JBC whore she was
graduated in 1979 -She married David .
on August 12, 1978 at McConnellDvijle^
Ohio with Fred W. Couch and David Kalb
officiating. They have no children.
Deb also assists in the library work
at the Ghana Christian College.
Funds for this couple may be sent
through their forwarding agents:
African Mission Kvangelism, Mr. and .-oV*?
>^5i.8on
( jP^age - 5 - Couch Serves Ghana --July 5, 1980 WUl)
r^s. -^re4 Couch, P.O. . Box 108., 4
Smithville, Ii; 47458 phone (812) !__
824-9202. Their field address iss
David 0. and Mrs. r-ehorah Couch, i
Box 5722, Accra, Ghana, Africa.
ii-M The Bnd HM
( Please return pict^^^e to PA
as I promised - Bill)-
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GHANA CHRJSTIAN COLLEGE
AFRICAN MISSION SVANGgLiSM
DAV IJi AN.Ii,. , DE B-C KAH
COUCH
Field Address: Forwarding Agent,:
GHANA CKRISTIAK COLLEGE MT.I^s. Fred GoacL
Box ^722 ?'0' Box
ACCRA, GriANA Smitnvi^a,. Ind. k'kS^
FIRST IMFHBSSICWS OF AN AFRICAN COUNTRY
As we stepped off the pi ana we felt lost. Looking around the dimly lit airpoi*t
we saw the other passengers shared our feelings. Our plane unloaded on "tlie nmway
"sdiere it stopped. There vere no directicn signs to guide us to the entrance of the
terminal. No one seemed to know where the passengers frcan KIH flight ^87 were to
go. Finally we made our way inside, finding more confusion.
Thus we entered a new culture. We went half way around the world in less than^
three days. We left the U.S. wearing sweaters and coats, we entered Ghana carrying
them. There is no need for such things here. We left our families and friends be
hind. We entered the country knowing no one, except through letters. Yet, we knew
the Lord brought us this far. He would not let us down now.
To our advantage we knew two raissioDary families recently back from CSiana. New
we are experiencing first hand 1 the things they shared with us. Even with all
their help it was, and still is, quite an adjustment for us. We now live ^cmg
people about whom we know relatively little. Tfe live in a countiy struggling for
its very survival.
No longer do we think in terms of conveniences and efficiency (whoever came up
with these terms never spent time in Ghana). Instead, we count the number of trips
needed to obtain even the simplest items. We wonder how many times the government
offices will lose our papers in their unique "pile systems," (that is pile, not^
file). How long will the electric stay on this time? If the water comes on tonight
will the pressure be high enough to fill our tank? . v, +
W live a simpler life here. Vftiat one does not have he leains to do without.
ances are he will not find it in the country. If he does, the price will probably
be more +-bari he can afford. Store shelves stand empty. Factories cannot get the
raw materials needed to produce their goods, ^ftiat they do produce is either smugg
led out of the country or sold at "kalabule" (black market) prices. Most people
earn little more than they need to 3J.ve on. Inflation runs so high no one bothers
to calculate it. No ohq knows what "cost of living increases" and "benefits" axe*
Why did W0 come to a place like this? The question has occurred to us more than
once. Our first impression was one of depressicn. would anyone want to stay
here? The need of the people to know Jesus Christ stands as our only i*eason. We
hope in our gniaii way we will be used by God to help meet that need.
COLLEGE NEWS
With the beginning of the third term classes on March H, David took up Ms
ing duties. Because al l classes are taught in iglish there was little problem witn
communication. It may have been a bit harder for the students- They had to adoj^t
to his American accent and "American English", (^lanaians are taught according to
the British system. It is surprising the number of differences between t^e two
forms of English. Added to that are the valuations the Ghanaians themselves have
made. Nonetheless, with minor adjustments, all went well. Of course, the s"^dants
can speak to one another in their own languages. It is quite an advantage when
saying something they do not want their American teacher to hear. _ j +1,
Graduation was held on Saturday afternoon, June Ik* Four students received t^ir
three year diplomas. For the ccaning school year theie will be 19 retuimjiig s n s.
The outlook for new students looks good. Please continue to pray for the success
of the college. -
Deb has not been idle during this time. She ?earned her way around Accra by he p-
ing to get seme of the allotted commodaties for the students. She will ^so be
teaching one class in the coming school yearj Bible Survey. Together with Glenda
Bridges she will do a lot of running around on college business. Th^ also have
the task of keeping house in this scmetimes aggravating economy.
The long vacation lasts until Sept. 2. It is what Americans think of as summer
va-cation, but here it is the cooler part of the year. Some of the students retura
home to their families and work. Others stay in Accra. Th^ (and their teachers)
have a break from their studies, with the hope that all will be eager to begin
st\idies the next term. ^
For us the long vacation will give us a chance to finish gettjifg settled into
our house. There is also the continuing woidc of the daurches.^Deb writes lessons
for the Sunday School of the Abecka church. It meets in the college classrocm
building. David will contiiiue his woric with the villages. It is also a time of pre-
paraticQ for the coming school year.
EXmiEMCES WITH GHORCHSS
Since coming to CSiana we have had opportunities to visit sane of the churches.
The second Sunday following our arrival David went with Christian Adjei to the
village of Jecordua. (Bro, Christian vas then-acting principal of G.C.G.)* Here he
experienced his first three hour church service. Fortunately they provided a padded
chair for him to sit on^ instead of the regular benches. The '*white man" was very
grateful for their thoughtfulness.
The entire service was in the Ga language, one of the many spoken in Ghana. Even
though David knew nothing of what was said, the people did. The village people do
know a small amount of English, such as "amen" or "hallelujah". Of course, we know
less of their language than they do ours.
This same Sunday was also the first time for David to eat C3ianaian food. It is
usually eaten with the hands. The texture is similar to bread dough. They roll it
in their hands and dip it in the stew. One of the things most Ghanaians like is
hot pepper. On this particular Sunday,'"the stew was full of it. Needless to say,
we both prefer American food to Ghan'aiaii.
David is now involved with 2 students in trying to start churches in 2 villages.
They ai^ near the village of Kpenu (pay-new), idiich has a church. He goes on Satur
day to show filmstrips in the villages. On Sunday morning he teaches in one of the
villages, then usually he goes back to preach at the church in Kpenu. Because of
the language difference one of the students interprets for David. It took him a few
times of speaking to get used to this way of speaking. A good number of people iis-
ually turn out for the filmstidps. It involves braving a horde of misquitos and
standing, but they enjoy it.. The number on Sunday morning is considerably less, but
there does seem to be sane interest. W pray that at least one church will be the
result of our effcxrts.
Deb has travelled to Kpenu once also. The people really enjoy having a white wo
man present. A chief of one of the villages told David he was going to take his
wife. As far as he can tell, that is the chief's way of paying a compliment. Let's
hope so.
PEEISONAL NOTE
Our lives have made an abrupt change in the last few months. Already we have come
'to "appreciate the blessings of living ih America. No longer can we run to the store
to buy a few things, or see a ball game on TV. By now the newness of being here
has worn off. We are beginning to feel comfortable here, as comfortable as one can.
The Lord has provided us with many new friends who help us with the ways of their
people. Both of us have plenty of work to do.
We greatly appreciate those of you who have rameonbered us in your prayers, please
continue to do so. Also, please remember Dorothy Eunson as she is now on furlough,
and the Carl Bridges family as tfcoy begin their second term here.
Thank you to those who help us financially. Because of your help we have less to
worry about in this ever changing economy. Another thing we greatly appreciate is
receiving mail. Even though it may take a long tijne, old nesws is nice to read from
friends.
We pray that God will bless all of you.
Xours in Christ,
Dave an d Deb
SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
P.O. BOX 108
SMITHVILLE, IND. U7U^8
AFRICAN mSSlC^ EVANGELISM
DAVID AND lEB COUCH
July 16, 1980
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Sraithville, Ind.
permit No, 2
DEC 1 5 198
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GHANA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
AFRICAN MISSION
VANGELISM
DAVID AND DEB C BAH
COUCH
Fiald Address:
GHANA CHRISTIAN COLLBXiB
Box 5722
ACCRA. GHANA
OBBBTIMaS
Forwarding Agein:
Mr.Mrs. Fred Coacn
P.O. Box i08
Saitnvixle, Ind. li7U58
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Smt BriD4s in Ctariot;
AS jQM. prspsre /oursslTss for winter we are oo the
thr^iold of hot weathn*. The rainy seesoc l&steA ice*
fsr WBLi. vs have bo ecaipialot# however. Bi
the cooler weethear.
m hmrm oq adAL^ioc to oia- faetUy. No, It is not another Couch. Jt is la "Bibioo*.
1!hAt Is a 3e wenleg iwa7 i ooe". Ba bought a taueh dog in JiUjr and it hee heeoM
a n^ghhofhood celebrity, ^e ehaees goata, ehleicaBS, and oaaee la a while eoae sblld-
rwD out of the 6ci^cnd. Bi h^e ^e e&r&s her ke^ ^ ehae:ng off any unwanted Tisl
tears late at ni^st-. Mere teen csiee has eoae to ths ecli^s to attod olaei
After seven eoaths of welting d Bweerous tripe to gmsAmect cffieerpM have our
traskj a Beten 1600 piehap. The dsy it arrived we loaded it with barrels and henled
water ts ttas ecifllege-. BSwee that tine we have sot npwrleweed a sevase water shcrtage,
int it is good to know m era prepared fcr one iBmb it emes.
OB Jaly 2'f, the wore 25 heptine at the vlllagse of Agortoe snd Al^tsivl. Band
ead flee of the studants, msdcai Slwas, had been vlsitiBg than ragolariy the weeke be
fore. Since his graduetloi in jaae, dro* g1 ne has been wcrklag with the church in his
oie village of gpeau sod the two new churches. Bavid and others visit oeeadoaally,
but ths wofk is is the hands of gro. Si aw and those with hiA.
OiTid., Carl ^dges, and Christian Adgel took a trip into the central region rec3t-
ly, and idiat a trip it wee. At ie point it took three houn to gc 50 alles. They re
not travelling through dense Jungle, although part of the way was heavily forrestad.
ttie eajor prchlae was ths condition of the roada. Ihay reached their destinaticn at
the vlliage of Kokuea after a 12 hour drive, a fcamer studsnt had started a church in
the Tillage md waoted thae to Qoa for a caqtalgn. This ct^slsted of fllashows sed
preaching. Filashowe are fllaistr3.pe sbown fron a projector run on a ear battezy. it
is the eliwest wost of the villag*8 will ever get to '^Saturday night at the noviee."
After the baptises on Saturday tb^ started back fcr Accra, not knowing if ttwy
would sake it. The regies was ezpsriwieizig a gas shortage end they did sot have secs^
to get hatm. 3i was available in the dty of Sunaci. Lcng lines had foamed at ths few
statioee that ware pimping. They did have a Jsrzy can and were able to get it filled
without a loisg stlt. !^ey arrived hose in Ihe early evening with gas to spare.
liille the sen are busy the womq sm not idle. Both Bsh sad olsida Bridges spssd a
lot of their tiae taking ears of collar businees. part of this Involves buying food
to sell to stiuiSDtB in the "echool starsThe govemsMnt hools office allots cer
tain ecesMditiee to private schools. The collags is eligible for an allotasnt. This
usually ecnsdsts of rice, sugar, silk, com, fiah, or so^ The supplies have been
very liJilted this year, we have been able to get an itse it has been a snail
aift03Bt. It takes about three tripe to different iocatloBs to chtain each iten. Beb
is in charge of the store, jt is open each Friday afternoon following elasees. This
enshles ths students to osrtain cosmoditiea that nay net be available in the aas^
ket. If they are available, they eaomot be bought at ths goversment control price.
Glcada and have started a ladles feUowship. it la supposed to iseet on Saturday
aft*noccs at college. They are faced with one problen which is very difficult to
cvereoBMi. Jt is a part of the culture of the country to begin an hour or so aftmr ths
appointed starting tiee. The ladies usually nanage tc show up kS minutes to an hour
lata. IteQ tbflgr ^ ogm xiM n\aals9en hgwm baac diaeouracing. Vcrklng vlth
iadlas raqulTM a spaelAl astom^ ot patianoa.
If you hoTa any old Sucdsy Stdiool ntarials a aould ba bapjcr to roealra than, va
ask ttoat tha rlaual aids and taa^taans bo<^fi ba ecsqpXate cd In ordar (aapsrata tba
laasoQ Tlsu&la). infcnBaticc say ba obtainad at tha post offica bov to arap
and aail thaa.
Plaase ecstinua to pray fcr us. scautlBtas ^ ocsaditiaae in the country diseouraga
us. This oeicaa it all tha aoza difficult to do our work bara. plaaae raaa^aar tha
atudacts also. 5cbm of thaie tava graat difficulty vltih English, than vcrk all
the hardar is oolla^. Hawimihar us as va traeal. SrlTiag in like as &ecsi
dant waiting to happen, w thank ail of you for the aaay ptaymrs oc our bohalf.
tfe know this will ba o<s&lsg to you as tha holiday saascaa approachaa. May Ood grant
eacdi of you an ijoyahle Qhrlsts^ and Jiofv Yaar. Chrtstaas for us will not ba qulta
the ssae. thara is no amoir is Ghana.
ISay Qed blaaa you.
Christmas
A TO ^ARE arFrwiO Jinie
At CSirisnnas tkne like to duoe
Our with HiOK we k}v.
fieC how iBoi we o0A to duee
God's Gift seat from tbofe.
Chrtat did aot come for us done.
Or fear a ptivileged few;
He ODSe Us ffw His life for dL
That taea mi^t be made new.
Tb stnmge how we can thmk so ranch
Of gifts and ChriWmw trees.
And tfaak so iitde of the lost
In hfids acrt^ the seas.
For us to sqaaodGTall our store
On thoie who have no need.
And fail to s&am God's ChrhenmGtft
U wry vroiif tn^d.
Per God so loweddie world He gmre.
So we teem to 0ve
Oar moMy, effort, nd oar pn^m.
Ibat awds awcht the.
Steoe ChriBtiMs h a ttsK to sbme,
Lck'sghre atxrmiw aarsr,
'HuW heathen sec^ m iutda ate
h^the ^epei. too.
fO\
TO
THE
-WQRL-D;
THE LORD
IS COME!
1
aosr vxsBS n.m wm ?tm a
yoiois CBxsr - cnrimB
CH&XSTMASl
I B sura Qava and lieb would aj^wadata rveairlj^ cards frca you this Christsats.
You naad to sail tba& iiaaadiataiy, as air nail takes 2- 5 waaka for than to raaaiwa
thoB. Sand air mail to* Mr.Mrs. Bawa Couch, Ghana C^nristlan Collage, 3oz 5722,
ACCOA, (HiAliA, iSS^APttlCA. Air Mail is 31^ a&cdi half ounoa. if thay do not
raoaive than bafcora ChristBas, thay will ba glad to iaaar fron you. thanks again for
your ccctinuad prayers and faithful support, jt is appradarad nora than words can
axprasB.
In tha Maatar's Sarrlca,
prad v> Gooeh, pwd. ac^*
30U1SSIIK CmiSTIgS OHCBCB
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authTiiie, izMi. U7U53
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