Author: Meaningful Life International

MINISTRY UPDATES

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we reflect with grateful hearts on the goodness of God and the incredible support of our partners and friends around the world.

This year, through your generosity and prayers, MLI has been able to bring hope, clean water, healthcare, mentorship, and the love of Christ to countless lives across Ghana.

Every story of impact has been made possible because you chose to stand with us.

We are deeply thankful for:

Your commitment to transforming communities

Your generosity toward the underserved

Your prayers that strengthen and sustain the mission

On this special occasion, we say a heartfelt Thank You.

May this season fill your homes with peace, joy, and renewed hope.

Together, we continue to make life meaningful.

With gratitude,
The Meaningful Life International Team

It’s been a a period of work and pleasure as the Meaningful Life International Team embarked on a deeply impactful experience of service, compassion, and transformation.

The Ghana Missions 2025, led by Mr. Grant Perryman, our U.S. Executive Director, and our partners from Friends of Africa Organization, led by Rev. Curtis Barber touched many lives and brought hope to communities across Ghana.

Each story below isn’t just about what the team did but rather the lives touched and the hope restored.

Reaching Hearts at Safe Them Young Orphanage

At Safe Them Young Orphanage, we met bright-eyed children whose lives are filled with courage despite their challenges.

Through fellowship, laughter, and prayer, the children not only felt love but also experienced support for their daily needs through donations from our team.

After the team had finished, one of the children shared, “I feel seen and loved today,” amidst laughter.

This is a simple reminder that a small act of care can spark immense hope.

Mentorship and Leadership Development

In keeping with our vision of raising the next generation of godly leaders, the team visited Dawhenya Basic School and Akwamuman Senior High School as part of our Leadership and Mentorship Program.

We focused on equipping students with practical life skills and leadership values.

At Akwamuman SHS, students learned the importance of presentation, discipline, and purpose through our “Dressing for Success” session.
We also donated a keyboard for the school’s worship ministry, ensuring students have the tools to develop their talents.

One student told the team, “Now I believe I can stand out not just in class, but in life,” showing that mentorship goes beyond words. It plants seeds of confidence and vision.

Touching Lives Through Healthcare

The mission team visited Doron Medical Center in Afienya to interact with the staff, donated essential medical supplies, and deliver training sessions on mental health and holistic wellness.

Staff received tokens of appreciation, reminding them that their dedication truly matters.

In Dunyokope, Volta Region, dozens of residents received free medical consultations, medications, and health education, bringing relief to families who might otherwise go without care.

One mother said, “Today, my child can sleep well without coughing or sneezing”.

Moments like this show that compassion can ripple through entire communities.

The team also spent time with local children, filling the day with joy and laughter.

Clean Water for Agbodzakope Community

Thanks to our partnership with Friends of Africa, the Agbodzakope Community now has access to clean, safe drinking water for the first time.

For families who once walked miles for water, the new borehole represents not just convenience, but hope, health, and renewed dignity.

It is also a testament to what partnership and faith can achieve together.

Celebrating a Heart of Generosity

This month, we also celebrated the birthday of Mr. Kwame Macafui, whose generous sponsorship made possible both a borehole project and a free medical outreach for the people of Dzigokpe Community.

His kindness and compassion continue to echo through the lives of those whose burden he has lifted. On this special occasion, we say:

“Happy Birthday, Mr. Macafui! Your life is a blessing and your impact immeasurable.”

We thank God for your heart for service and your commitment to making life meaningful for others.

One resident shared, “Mr. Macafui gave us more than water and medicine, he gave us hope.”

On his birthday, we celebrate his life and the tangible impact of his compassion.

Honoring Leadership and Partnership

We were honored to have a presentation for Mr. Grant Perryman with a Special Citation at Akwamuman SHS, in recognition of his inspirational leadership and unwavering dedication to transforming lives across Ghana.

His leadership continues to remind us that impact begins with vision and action.

Together, We’re Making Life Meaningful

From clean water and free healthcare to mentorship and evangelism, every act of compassion during Ghana Missions 2025 and our partnerships tell a powerful story of transformation.

Every borehole, medical outreach, and mentorship session tells a story of transformation. Your prayers, support, and partnership are what make this impact possible.

As we look ahead, we are more committed than ever to bringing hope, healing, and the message of Christ to the ends of the earth.

Thank you for standing with us.

20th Anniversary Launch Announcement

Theme: 20 Years of Meaningful Impact, Refreshing Lives, Transforming Communities

This December, Meaningful Life International (MLI) marks a remarkable milestone, 20 years of sharing God’s love, bringing clean water, healthcare, and hope to communities across Ghana and beyond.

From humble beginnings to life-changing missions, the journey has been one of faith, resilience, and partnership. Through your prayers, donations, and support, MLI has reached the unreached, drilling wells in deprived communities, organizing free medical outreaches, and sharing the Gospel through the Jesus Film and community evangelism programs.

As we celebrate this legacy, we invite you to join us for our 20th Anniversary Launch, a time of gratitude, reflection, and renewed commitment to transforming lives.

Over the years, our journey has been made possible by the faithfulness of God and the unwavering support of our donors, partners, and volunteers. Each borehole drilled, each soul reached, and each smile restored stands as a testimony to what we can achieve together.

We celebrate not just the years but the lives touched, the hope restored, and the hearts transformed.

As we count down to the big day, we’ll be sharing inspiring stories, impact highlights, and testimonies from our 20-year journey.

Stay connected, celebrate with us, and share your favorite MLI memories or photos using #MLIat20 and #20YearsOfImpact on social media.

Thank you for walking this journey of faith and impact with us.

Together, we’ll continue to bring meaningful change to lives and communities for years to come.

Here’s to 20 years of God’s faithfulness, and to even greater things ahead!

Every prayer, every donation, and every act of service helps us reach one more community with the love of Christ.

When you partner with Meaningful Life International, you become part of a movement bringing:

l Clean water to villages in need
l Free medical care to the underserved
l Leadership and mentorship to the next generation
l The Gospel of hope to hearts across Ghana and beyond

You don’t have to travel to make a difference, your support makes the mission possible!

Together, we can transform lives, restore hope, and make life meaningful for thousands.

Here’s how you can help:

l Pray with us for open doors and sustained impact
l Partner with us through one-time or monthly giving
l Sponsor a borehole, outreach, or school mentorship program
l Volunteer or join one of our next mission teams

Your involvement today can change a life tomorrow.

Partner with us today!

THE YEAR 2024 UNDER REVIEW

We started the year with a seven day prayers and fasting under the theme “SEND ME” with John 20:21 as the scriptural reference to prepare ourselves for the task ahead. The staff of Meaningful Life International met every day to fellowship and seek the face of God.

As a people of faith, we were very optimistic of a successful year despite the glaring challenges of dwindling donor support. As organization that relies heavily on donor support to implement our activities, we continued to experience setbacks in our cash inflows which adversely affected our projections for the year under review. We could not implement many of the activities as planned. However, the Lord has been faithful and to us and we made some gains to the glory of God. We are eternally grateful to God and to our faithful partners who stood firmly with us in the mist of the tough times.

Access to clean water still remains a huge challenge in most of the rural communities in Ghana. Many of these communities drink from unclean sources and in most cases, competing with animals from the same source. The situation becomes even dire when some of these water sources dry up during the drought season. We have the calling and passion to respond to these challenges by providing them with clean and reliable source of water but are often constraint by limited financial resources.

During the year under review, we drilled 10 boreholes in Kpetraza, Kpotavi, Aboabo—Okoto, Wudokpo, Dosiakorpe, Kpelikorpe, Nchensie, Amenamu, Tuunaayili and Kukoonaayili. There is currently one more borehole project under construction at Agbodzakope in the Akatsi South District

In partnership with the Doron Medical Center and our summer teams, we were able to embark on five (5) major medical outreaches in some deprived communities. These communities are; Kpotavi, Agbodzakope, Amangoase, Noanyikpo and Akwamufie.. Approximately more than 1000 people benefited from the medical outreaches.

Meaningful Life International continues to reach out to many Communities with the Gospel of Jesus Christ; preaching salvation and preparing souls for the second Coming of our Lord Jesus. Our Jesus Film Show outreaches have laid the foundation for Church planting in some of these communities.

During the year under review, we partnered with the Harvest Mission Chapel A/G to organize two film shows around Tema community 11. We also partnered with campus students to embark on massive door to door evangelism in community 11 and its environs. We distributed thousands of gospel tracts and about 55 souls were won for the Lord. Many people rededicated their lives to Christ!

Church planting is very crucial to the vision of MLI. We appreciate the important role a decent place of worship does in the growth process of new believers. In partnership with the Friends of Africa Organization, we planted a church at Agbodzakope community in the Akatsi South District of the Volta region.

MLI works hard to combine our humanitarian aid-driven projects (the Legacy Wells etc) with an empowerment component that seeks to stifle dependency and promote pure development. So aside going into the communities to drill boreholes, the organization also makes sure the community members are well trained on how to properly care for and maintain the boreholes which includes the importance of community ownership, basic hygiene and accountability.

This year, we embarked on community education programs in six (6) communities; Kpetraza, Kpotavi, Aboabo—Okoto, Wudokpo, Dosiakorpe and Kpelikorpe

The impact of summer teams to the Missions field over the years has been life transforming. During the year under review, we received some powerful summer teams who came to do missions with us. We hosted the following teams during the year under review;

We hosted 4 summer teams. These are;

The Mission church
Friends of Africa
Melrose Park A/G
Dr. Lenard’s team

This year’s special Annual Christmas outreach (SACO) was held in Angornya, a deprived fishing community near Ada in the Ada East District of the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. On 25^th of December, a Christmas party was organized for the entire community. We served food, drinks, snacks, candies and water to about 600 people. We also distributed used clothing and foot wear to the people. The widows and pastors were not left out. About 30 widows received gift packs.

With the sponsorship of some of our cherished ministry partners, we have finally purchased our own drilling rig to help with our operations. This is a quantum leap in the life of the organization. We want to express our deepest appreciation to Mr. Randy Fiorini and Dr. Sam Huddleston who spearheaded the fundraising campaign to realize this noble vision.

This report summarizes the key performance metrics, operational highlights, and challenges of the borehole rig operations. It also outlines projections, goals, and strategic plans for the upcoming year to enhance efficiency and profitability.

The team has been able to provide PPEs though there has been three (3) accidents with one training program held which covered safety for team members.

Some challenges that has been encountered include:

l Delay and disappointment from clients and agents
l High fuel consumption
l Misunderstanding among team
l Bad terrains
l Wear and tear
NEW YEAR PROJECTIONS AND GOALS
Zero Accidents
Comprehensive insurance cover
Increase the number of boreholes drilled to 600
Reduce operational downtime
Expand into new markets
Upgrade equipment for efficiency and safety.
Train and build expertise

OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS

Purchase a new rig by the end of next year
Enhance staff training with a focus on safety, teamwork, and professionalism
Implement a predictive maintenance program for equipment

RISK MANAGEMENT AND MITIGATION

With strategic planning and concerted efforts, the upcoming year promises even greater success. Focus areas will include operational excellence, building partnerships and clientele, equipment maintenance, and sustainable growth.

We shall intensify our high School outreaches to reach out to more schools. We hope to organize three outreaches in the high schools in 2025
We project to drill about one hundred boreholes with the launch of the legacy wells project in 2025
We will pursue the vision of opening an office in Kumasi to coordinate the central sector operations.
In partnership with the Harvest Mission Church (HMC), we would plant two Churches
We shall organize eight (8) Jesus Film Show crusades as a tool of evangelism
In 2025, we shall organize six (6) Medical Outreaches in selected deprived communities across Ghana. We hope to achieve this target by partnering with our summer teams and the Doron Medical Center.
We will organize at least three (3) Leadership Training Seminars for pastors/church workers within the year 2025
We shall embark on Impact Assessment trips to some of our project sites to interact with community folks and to check up on our wells.
We will organize Community Education workshops in the villages we have projected to drill boreholes.
We will make conscious effort to reach out to the churches we have planted over the years. We will schedule a time table to fellowship with these churches at least once every quarter.
We would offer opportunity to the management team to enroll in short courses at GIMPA
We will organize Professional Missions Trip (PMT)
Night of worship (NOW)
SACO

In line with our vision to become a self-sustaining organization, we have identified commercial agriculture as a major tool towards the achievement of this vision. We would therefore, embark on commercial farming in the Ejura-Sekyedumase area.

We would hire a new graphics designer and a journalist to help with the smooth running of the department.
We will produce short video Promos / Documentaries for MLI. First Draft will be ready
We shall produce documentaries for our 15th year anniversary celebrations.
We would print a big banner for the new office
Re-establish and maintain all the relationships with the major media houses we partnered with during our 10th anniversary, and liaise with Eyra Doe and Yvette to schedule the Executive Director or the management team to be interviewed on TV and Radio stations. i.e Viasat 1, TV3, Citi FM, Obonu FM, TV Afrika, GTV, Adom FM, etc.
In the long term, the Media department wants to set up a well-equipped TV and Radio station to broadcast the activities of MLI and the propagation of the gospel. Contacts would be made with some studios to come up with a draft proposal and a budget for this project.
Make MLI Branded Key Rings, Wrist Bands (rubber and woven), Coffee Mugs, Car Stickers and T-Shirts which would be sold to fundraise during the 15th anniversary celebrations and other various functions.
Contact Mr. Koomson to print more copies of each of our Meaningful Life Fundraising materials (i.e MLI Brochure, Flyers, Donation Cards and Pledge Forms) for our local fundraising activities and for Meaningful Life USA.
Make sure that sending of Project updates and Facebook updates, Newsletters, Website information and Blogs are done on time.
Print Staff I.D Cards for all new staff members
New updates such as maps, pictures and a summary of community profiles will be added to the MLI website.

We shall ensure proper and timely Documentation and records keeping
We will send letters via email to individual donors and organization
Submit proposal for new companies and search for social responsibilities of organization for partnership
We will reintroduce the quarterly fund-raising dinners to raise money for our programs
Continue Facebook updates with projects plan for the year
Monthly prepare and submit newsletter to our partners or donors
Organize donor prayer request and response to emails
To help in the advance preparation of summer team visit
Massive social media presence
MLI branded paraphernalia such as calendars, wrist band, pens etc.
Occasionally create GoFundMe portals
To follow up letters submitted to companies and call our donors as well as get new donors.
Get the Facebook “donate now” button
Keep donors updated with newsletters so they know what their monies are used for
Create strong relationships with other organizations and government agencies.
Alert the public to important events and news.
Sponsor relevant youth related community programs like soccer competitions, essay competitions and talent hunt show
Place adverts on both print (newspapers and magazines) and electronic (radio and TV) media platforms.

Four (4) UPSs will be purchased for the office to ensure computers are shut down properly during power outages; so as to prevent damages and loss of data every time
We would need a laptop for the project office which will be used during film shows and that can also be used for in-field reporting and other urgent things that would be done outside the office.
Memo pads.
Screen for the Jesus Film Show needs to be replaced
A strong vehicle is needed for the field and MLI errands
Buy new camera and a tripod stand for taking pictures and recording videos
Buy a new projector for outreaches
2 new motorbikes for the Tema and Tamale offices

Legacy Wells

LEGACY WELLS: MLI SECURES A RIG!!

Meaningful Life International, a non-governmental organization in Ghana, is thrilled to announce a powerful new step in our mission to bring clean water to Ghana’s underserved communities: we’ve acquired our very own drilling rig!

For nearly two decades, MLI has been dedicated to drilling wells across Ghana, providing clean water and hope to rural areas in need. This new rig means no more costly rentals—just pure, sustainable water directly to the people who need it most. We’ve already brought relief to over 70 communities, and with this rig, we aim to reach 100 by 2026.

At a recent test in Afienya, Ghana, the rig proved its efficiency, supplying clean water to the community and reminding us of the deeper purpose we serve. As Apostle Jude Hama reflected, just as Jesus offered water at Jacob’s well, MLI brings both life-giving water and spiritual guidance to Ghana’s communities.

Rev. Dr. Ahlijah has invited churches, mission agencies, humanitarian organizations, and government bodies to join forces in supporting MLI’s vision. Together, we can replace scarcity with abundance, empowering communities to thrive physically and spiritually.

Because of you, a child in Ghana now drinks clean water, a mother no longer fears for her family’s health, and entire communities have hope where there was once only hardship. Your generosity in supporting our new drilling rig has not just brought water to parched lands; it has brought life, resilience, and a future to so many who once felt forgotten.

Imagine the joy—a child’s laughter as they taste clean water for the first time, a grandmother’s tears as she realizes her village has been given the gift of health and hope. Your support has turned these dreams into reality, breaking the cycle of suffering and bringing the promise of a better tomorrow.

Thank you for choosing to share your heart with us and with those who need it most. Together, we are doing more than providing water; we are pouring out love, hope, and life itself. Your compassion has changed everything.

With unending gratitude and all our love,

Meaningful Life International

We’re making an impact, but we need your help. Partner with us today, and let’s turn dry lands into flourishing communities. Every donation brings us closer, every action matters.

MEANINGFUL LIFE INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS WITH THE MISSIONS CHURCH, HOLMES, USA

In an era where collaboration is paramount for making meaningful change, the partnership between the Missions Church and Meaningful Life International stands as a beacon of hope and goodwill. Together, we have embarked on a journey to improve healthcare accessibility and provide clean water to communities in need. As we reflect on our recent medical outreaches and borehole commissioning, it becomes evident that our combined efforts have made a significant impact on the lives of many.

The heart of any successful collaboration lies in shared values and a common mission. Both the Missions Church and Meaningful Life International are driven by a deep sense of compassion and a desire to uplift the underprivileged. By joining forces, we have amplified our capacity to effect positive change, reaching farther and touching more lives than we could have individually.

The recent medical outreaches organized at Nornyikpo and Vidzrokope by this collaboration have brought vital healthcare services to communities that often lack access to even the most basic medical care. The healthcare professionals and volunteers from both organizations worked tirelessly to provide screenings, treatments, and health education. Through these efforts, preventable diseases are being diagnosed and treated, and lives are being saved.

However, the impact of this collaboration extends beyond healthcare. Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, yet millions around the world still lack this basic necessity. Recognizing this pressing need, the Missions Church and Meaningful Life International commissioned boreholes in these communities. These boreholes are not just a source of water; they are symbols of hope and progress, empowering communities with the resources they need to thrive.

The success of these initiatives would not have been possible without the dedication and commitment of everyone involved, from volunteers and donors to local community leaders. It is a testament to what can be achieved when individuals and organizations come together with a shared vision and a spirit of collaboration.

The mission field can be rough, rowdy and tough! After several days and hours of travelling on our bumpy roads, we make time at the end of the trip to relax, rejuvenate and meditate.

We also went to the Cape Coast Castle to see the foot prints of the unfortunate events of slavery. It was so heart wrenching to hear the story of the triangular slave trade. Never again should humanity go back to such dark days of history!

Meaningful Life International specially thanks the lead pastor of the Mission Church, Holmes, USA, Rev. Gregg Johnson and the entire church for their continual and immense support at all times.

God richly bless you all and may His provision and blessings abound to your and your families.

Barely three (3) years of inception, testimonies and the impact stories have been thrilling in the Northern Sector Operations Office of Meaningful Life International.

We continue to embark on Jesus Film Shows and Sunday Services organized in the various communities. These communities include; Kukoonaayili, Zamzugu Yapala in the Savanna Region where twenty-four (24) people gave their lives to Christ, Kudula Community where eight (8) people gave their lives to Christ, Gbumgbum Community in the Nantong District where thirty (30) people gave their lives to Christ, Nyako in the Nantong District where four (4) men gave their lives to Christ, Kokpeng, where ten (10) people gave their lives to Christ.

All these communities are Islamic dense areas.

The impact of our ministry is been felt by most of the communities in the hitherlands. Even as we celebrate this modest gains and thrilling testimonies, there is still so much to be done.

We want to say a very big thank you to you for your continual support and prayers. It is because of you that we have these success stories.

We call on all to partner with us in our vision to help these deprived communities with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through church planting activities, medical outreaches, leadership development and the provision of fresh water.

Join us make impact.

MINISTRY UPDATES

ANUROMSO COMMUNITY FINALLY HAS ACCESS TO CLEAN WATER!

The Bosome Freho District in Ghana’s Ashanti Region is home to the Anuromso Community. There are roughly five hundred (500) individuals living there, of which more than 70% are women and children. For years, the residents of this community have been using unwholesome water sources for both home and industrial uses. Children, particularly females, frequently had to spend hours gathering water, which prevented them from routinely attending school and limited their future chances. This circumstance had negative effects on the people of the community.

In honor of Joanne Spycher, a borehole was dug for this village by Meaningful Life International in collaboration with the Hartley Spycher family.

The Meaningful Life International Team, under the direction of Dr. Godwin Ahlijah (PhD), launched this significant project on September 12, 2023, for the benefit of the public. The Chief and elders of the community, the District Chief Executive, the Member of Parliament {senator}, and other dignitaries were present at the celebration. The community was ecstatic about everything that had been given to them.

The Member of Parliament (Senator) also expressed his appreciation for what had been done. He also recounted the number of petitions he had sent to colleagues, companies, associations, and humanitarian organizations asking for their support in providing the community with a clean source of water until our team finally showed up.

Meaningful Life International would like to thank and appreciate the Hartley Spycher Family for this partnership. The community of Anuromso would have never gotten access to a clean and safe water source at this time if the family had not stepped in. Words cannot describe how happy and appreciative we are.

God richly bless you.

There are still many more ministry opportunities and such communities that are waiting to have a taste of fresh water for the first time in their lives.

We want to invite you, our cherished friend and ministry partner, to continue to partner with us to bring relief to the less privileged.

A video excerpts of what transpired at the inauguration of the water well in the Community

SPECIAL ANNUAL CHRISTMAS OUTREACH {SACO}

SACO, SACO, SACO!

As the holiday season approaches, the spirit of generosity and goodwill envelops communities around the world. It’s a time when people come together to celebrate, share, and make a positive impact on the lives of others.

In the heart of this tradition lies the Special Annual Christmas Outreach, a heartwarming initiative birthed by Meaningful Life International that exemplifies the true meaning of Christmas.

This year’s outreach has been scheduled to take place on December 25th, 2023, in Medavunu, a deprived community in the Greater Accra region of Ghana. Our activities during this outreach will include the donation of items (clothing and shoes, toys, educational materials, etc.) to the community members, a gift package for about 70 widows, and a Christmas party for the children on Christmas day.

You may donate a Christmas gift to a child or give your widow’s mite to one of the 70 widows by buying a piece of cloth and other food items.

We are counting on your usual partnership and trusting that together we can bring the joy of Christmas to the people of the Medavunu community. We know that God is going to use your gifts to draw many souls to Himself this Christmas.

The Special Annual Christmas Outreaches

The spirit of kindness and generosity permeates communities everywhere as the holiday season draws near. It’s a time when people come together to celebrate, share, and make a positive impact on the lives of others.

In the heart of this tradition lies the Special Annual Christmas Outreach, a heartwarming initiative birthed by Meaningful Life International that exemplifies the true meaning of Christmas.