Congolese United Methodist churches struggle to operate or maintain aviation programs because of limited resources within their own local economy. Most missionary aircraft run on aviation gasoline, which is very expensive and in short supply in Africa.
Through the United Methodist Aviation Ministries (UMAM),an UMCOR program, the agency is working with the West Ohio Annual Conference and Global Ministries' missionary pilot Gaston Ntambo for Wings of Morning Ministry serving North Katanga, to raise funds for a new jet-fueled plane.
The Cessna Caravan turbo-prop, which uses jet fuel just like a commercial airliner, will fly faster, further, and carry twice the passenger load. The plane will serve as an air ambulance to transport the sick to emergency care, deliver relief supplies to the most vulnerable in Africa, and bring church leaders to remote areas of ministry.
Help UMCOR raise funds for a new jet-fueled plane that will bring hope to many lives in Africa. Give to West Ohio Advance #101000GP. For more information, contact Bob Knell at 937-886-0066.