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but my faith has increased because
I now have a deeper understanding of his mercy and forgiveness.”
EZINNE
Ezinne* is 13 years old and
lives with her parents and
siblings in Jos, Plateau State.
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“ACET is different from other
organisations because they teach
on sexual and reproductive health
issues, which aren’t talked about
a lot in my community. I was
encouraged to plan for my future
by making healthy decisions, such
as delaying sex. I learnt about the
risky behaviour that can lead to the
transmission of HIV and STIs, and
what one can do to prevent this. I
have decided that delaying sex is
the best method for me to keep
myself safe from HIV and STIs,
and avoid early pregnancy. I want
to share what I have learnt about
puberty and healthy relationships
with my friends at school, because
it will help them to finish their
studies and begin a career. I knew
Jesus Christ before joining the club,
PRAYER
Pray for the team as they launch
Esteem Clubs in residential
children’s homes for the first
time. Pray that the children will
know their unique value as sons
and daughters of God and grow
in confidence to make healthy
decisions as they grow up.
Give thanks for the church
leaders and missionaries who are
transforming the HIV landscape
in their community. Pray for new
leaders, and that people living
with HIV in their congregations
would feel accepted and welcomed.
Pray for people who test positive
for HIV during HIV outreaches.
Pray that they would know God’s
peace as they receive ongoing
counselling and support from
ACET Nigeria and local health
clinics. Pray that lives would be
saved through these outreaches.
Pray for God’s favour in our
fundraising activities. We need to
raise a further £25,000 to support
all of ACET Nigeria’s activities.
*name changed
