ACCTS in action July
O ur M ission :
2010
To assist in the development of Christian leaders in the armed forces of the world and in the establishment and growth of military Christian fellowships.
A Spirit of Joy in Uganda AMCF (Association of Military Christian Fellowships) East Africa Regional Conference – Kampala, Uganda Theme: “Building on a Sure Foundation – Embracing Christian Thinking in Military Leadership” Powerful speakers, instructive workshops, singing, and dancing were trademarks of the May 2010 East Africa Conference, hosted by military Christians in Uganda. Representatives from six African nations attended (Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Rwanda, Seychelles, and Uganda), as did international guests such as AMCF President General Lee, Pil Sup from South Korea. Speakers included Lt. Gen. Elly Tumwine of Uganda, Gen. Srilal Weerasooriya of Sri Lanka, and ACCTS staff member Ginny Cole. Ginny spoke to a group of about 50 people, including chaplains, on the topic of family separations and deployments. Musical performances were also a vital part of the conference and included a local church choir, a children’s drum and dance group, and choirs comprised of active-duty military continued on page 2
General David Waakalo’s AMCF vice presidential commission ceremony