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Our AIM-Swazi staff is composed of western missionaries and local Swazi leaders. It is through all of their dedicated hard work and willingness to be obedient to God's leading,
that we have seen such growth in Swaziland. We also have a US based staff who provide support as well as frequently travel over to Swaziland. Please take some time to get to know a
bit more about our staff and to follow their blogs. Your prayers and encouragements go a long way.
Julie Anderson (Swazi Based)Hometown: Cherokee, IowaFamily: Daughter Ellie, 6 yrs, adopted from Swaziland Favorite part of my job: Yearly retreat with the Timbali women, and fabric shopping at the Market Little Known Fact: I was a drummer in a band. I say that in a misleading way to make it sound cool. Really it was the marching band at school, and sometimes i also had to play the triangle...i was a triangler. Email: julieanderson@adventures.org Phone: +26876024093 Blog: julieanderson.myadventures.org
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Scott & Marcia Borg (U.S. Based)Hometown: Scott - Des Moines, Iowa Marcia - Columbia, MissouriFamily: 3 married children and 4 grandchildren Favorite part of my job: Scott - Empowering emerging leaders - that includes orphans, pastors, and missionaries - to change the world for Jesus. Marcia - Connecting with the Swazi women one on one - sharing life, hope, faith, and laughter Little Known Fact: Scott - When I was a kid I delivered the Des Moines Register in a Veterans Hospital. I saw a lot of wild stuff. A Vietnam vet held me in a choke hold when I woke him up to see if he wanted a paper. Marcia - I speak a little Arabic. Email: scottborg@adventures.org Blog: scottborg.myadventures.org
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Mark & Allyson Clyburn (Swazi Based)Hometown: Birmingham, AlabamaFamily: Wife (Allison), 2 daughters (Madeline-12 & Emma-8) Favorite part of my job: Getting to know the people of Swaziland. It is a true joy to serve them when you know where they are coming from and the life they are living. Little Known Fact: I love to run and the longer the run the better. Most people think I am crazy, but I really enjoy it. Email: markclyburn@adventures.org Phone: +26876022032 Blog: theclyburns.myadventures.org
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Discipleship Team (Manzini - Based)We have eight Swazi staff based in Manzini. These dynamic individuals are responsible for ministry at the care points as well as administrative functions related to child sponsorship. They go out each day to different care points to provide discipleship programming for the children there.Bheki Motsa - Swaziland Leadership Academy Zodwa Shongwe - Swaziland Leadership Academy Hlobsile Nkonde - Discipleship Team Deli Makhanya - Discipleship Team Londiwe Lukhele - Discipleship Team Vile Manana - Discipleship Team Ncobile Mthethwa - Child Sponsorship Staff Cynthia Mathonsi - Child Sponsorship Staff Blog: discipleshipteam.myadventures.org
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The Anchor Team (Nsoko - Based)We have seven Swazi staff based at the Anchor Center in Nsoko. These emerging leaders from the local community reach out on a daily basis to minister in a variety of ways in their community.Sanele Magagula - Discipleship Team Phindile Mabuyakhula - Discipleship Team Celimpilo Vilane - Leader, Discipleship Team Nelsiwe Lukhele - Discipleship Team Simanga Mabuyakhulu - Facilities Veli Ngcamphalala - Driver Thandie Dlamini - Clinic Assistant Blog: anchorteam.adventures.org
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Matt (Jumbo) & Carike Gerber (Swazi Based)Hometown: Manzini, SwazilandFamily: Clara - 1 Favorite part of my job: Seeing beautiful, thankful little Swazi faces! Building relationships with the local people and watching the joy on the kids' faces as they play. Little Known Fact: Jumbo - I grew up in a children's home; my dad was the director! - Kriek - I LOVE watching Cake Boss! Email: jumbo@adventures.org & carikegerber@adventures.org Phone: Jumbo - +26876022030 Carike - +26876022031 Blog: jumbogerber.myadventures.org
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Steve & Amy McAdams (Swazi Based)Hometown: Steve - Orrville, Alabama & Amy - Atlanta, TexasFamily: Katie 13, Maggie 10, & Ellie 8 Favorite part of my job: Steve - Watching kids who literally have NOTHING play, smile, and laugh while being joyful and content! Amy - Providing transportation to the clinic for those who would not be able to get there otherwise! Little Known Fact: Steve - I was a cheerleader in college. Amy - I have ridden in a barrel race. Email: stevemcadams@adventures.org & amymcadams@adventures.org Phone: Steve - 268-7602-4091 Amy - 268-7686-9983 Blog: themcadams.myadventures.org
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Mphumelelo Nkambule (Swazi Based)Hometown: Timbutini, SwazilandFavorite part of my job: Lelo is the project manager for all Swazi-based construction projects Email: rimpumza@yahoo.com
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Eric & Jen Peterson (Swazi Based)Hometown: The last place we lived in the States was Holland, Michigan and we'd still consider that our home town.Family: Eric, Jenifer, Claire and Jacob. Claire is 13 and Jacob is 11. Favorite part of my job: We each mave different favorite parts: Eric - Discipling our local Swazi Ministry Partners: 6 young adults who we work alongside of every day. Jen - Being a "mother to the motherless": Showering love and attention on orphan children that are hurting and hungry for love. Claire and Jacob - Hosting teams from the USA and doing ministry alongside of them and introducing them to the people we love in Swaziland. Little Known Fact: Eric - I have a twin sister named Lisa! Jen - Most exciting thing she's done: Ziplining through the rainforest canopy in Belize. Jacob - Had to have heart surgery at 6 months old for a congenital heart defect (he's fine now :) Claire - Loves photography and is saving her Emalangeni (Swazi currency) for a new DSLR camera! Email: ericpeterson@adventures.org Phone: +26876025487 Blog: ericandjen.myadventures.org
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Marc Schifano (U.S. Based)Hometown: Boston, MAFamily: Married to Jan Schifano: Two sons: Noah (5) & Samuel (2) Favorite part of my job: I love seeing how God connects people with similar hearts to each other. I love a willing heart. The best part of my job is when I see someone's heart have an encounter with the things that Jesus loves. And then seeing them, with a new perspective on things. I just love being with people and encouraging them to see that THEY matter and can make a difference. Little Known Fact: My wife is my best friend she has shown me the love of Jesus more than anyone ever. My sons have shown me God's heart toward ME as a son. I love fishing and I love food, especially chicken. Email: marcschifano@adventures.org Phone: 978-595-7625 Blog: theschifanos.myadventures.org
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Matt Slawson (U.S. Based)Hometown: Kansas City, MOFavorite part of my job: Either leading teams and watching God work and mold them or just spending time learning and growing in Christ with my brothers and sisters in Nsoko. Little Known Fact: I have white water rafted on the Nile River. Email: mattslawson@adventures.org Phone: 816-308-3447 Blog: mattslawson.myadventures.org
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Christina Vale (Swazi Based)Hometown: Brooklyn, New YorkFavorite part of my job: Building relationships with the locals through daily activities and seizing moments to be used to serve a need. Little Known Fact: I am Hispanic but I don't speak any Spanish. Email: christinavale@adventures.org Blog: http://www.intheblinkofmyeyes.blogspot.com
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Erica Zeiler (Swazi Based)Hometown: Loveland, ColoradoFavorite part of my job: Sitting with people at their homesteads & hearing how they continue to walk faithfully with their hope in God when their circumstances seem hopeless…and watching how God often meets those needs in tangible ways with specific passions & giftings in teams & individuals who come to serve. Little Known Fact: I have never seen Star Wars. Email: ericazeiler@adventures.org Blog: www.intheblinkofmyeyes.blogspot.com
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