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In January, 2005, Ven. Zechariah Malual Kuol began his studies at St. Paul's Limuru, Kenya in pursuit of his diploma in Bible Studies. In November 2005, he will complete his first of a three year program, which was funded by churches and individuals within the Diocese of Virginia. The cost is $4,400.00 per year which covers tuition and housing. Funding is needed for his second and third year.

Ven. Zechariah has devoted his life to Christian teaching. In 1985 at the age of 21, he began preaching the Gospel under a mango tree in the village of Karic. Many people thought he had opened a school and flocked to hear his lessons. As a result, thousands accepted Christ, including his own mother and brothers. The bishop came to his church and baptized 917 Christians in one day.

His educational background includes a diploma of Theology from St. Andrew's College in Kenya. Through his continued education, he will be better equipped to return to his diocese and train other pastors. Because of the lack of educational opportunities in southern Sudan, pastors are ordained, and then receive an education if a scholarship is provided. Ven. Zechariah, with his gift for teaching and education under his belt, will be an excellent instructor for fellow clergy members.

The Diocese of Rumbek is lead by Bishop Alphayo Manyang Kuctiel and two assistant bishops and is the largest diocese of twenty-four in southern Sudan. There are 273 churches in Rumbek, 156 clergy members, eleven of whom are women. Only 7 of the clergy have received an education (including the 3 bishops). When we support the Diocese of Rumbek by educating one committed individual, we ultimately educate many. Ven. Zechariah is married to Martha Akujur, a deacon in the Diocese of Rumbek. They have been blessed with four children.

All funding goes through the Church Mission Society office in Nairobi, Kenya. For more information, please e-mail Hope for Humanity Inc.

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East Africa Youth Scholarships - Southern Sudan Secondary School Construction