3 Continents, 3 Disciplines, 3 People – to save a life
He and his family do not have the means to pay for this. Just to get on the list to be considered for it, he has to put down 4 lakh Indian rupees which is equal to ZAR 80,000 or USD 6,000. In order to get the surgery, he has to pay a total of15 lakh. This includes about 11 lakh of hospital and doctor's fees and 4 lakh for food, accommodation, dialysis, transport and other daily needs in Vellore where they do not have a home. (They are living in Vellore for the time being until the surgery can happen)
He is only 44 years old. He is married to Shilpa and has two teenage sons. He has been and still is a helper and an encourager of many. He has such a humble and gentle spirit and is still full of hope. The reality is that he is desperately ill.
I am Stephan van der Merwe, a South African citizen who have been in India for 14 years together with my family. I work for a software development company Global Pueblo Sourcing as CTO. Emmanuel's brother, Jaison, is an ex-colleague of mine. All three of us have been going to the same church for many years. My kids and Emmanuel's kids grew up together.



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After this initial hurdle, he still needs about 10 lakh more.
Here is the response from Emmanuel himself to this fundraising effort:
"Bro, first of all, I am so thankful to you because of me; you and your team struggled a lot. I saw your video's I don't know how could I say my thanks to you but one thing I could say that you are loving God.


"I am so thankful to you those who supported me from Africa and USA and India. Still, investigations are going on. In a week three times dialysis are going on. So far God is so faithful to me. Today I am like this because of all your prayers only I am alive with Jesus.
After this initial hurdle, he still needs about 10 lakh more.
Here is the response from Emmanuel himself to this fundraising effort:
"Bro, first of all, I am so thankful to you because of me; you and your team struggled a lot. I saw your video's I don't know how could I say my thanks to you but one thing I could say that you are loving God.


"I am so thankful to you those who supported me from Africa and USA and India. Still, investigations are going on. In a week three times dialysis are going on. So far God is so faithful to me. Today I am like this because of all your prayers only I am alive with Jesus.
Yesterday was D-day for the three of us. I (Stephan) was part of a group of 11 runners who completed 71k. It took me 8 hours and 52 minutes.
Nicolai and a friend cycled 211k in 14 hours and 02 minutes.
Marie swam 7k in 2 hours and 31 minutes.
Read this report about it. https://runningwithafriend.com/2016/12/04/71k-run-done/
We have received a lot of support during the last week or so. As I write this the total is 150000 which is just 50000 short of the initial target. We are so encouraged by the effort that people have put into organizing and participating in these events.
We thank the Lord Jesus (who is also called Emmanuel, by the way) for the power and love and purpose that only He can give. We believe that our friend, Emmanuel, will get his kidney transplant and have many more happy and productive years to live.
Regards
Stephan
Yesterday was D-day for the three of us. I (Stephan) was part of a group of 11 runners who completed 71k. It took me 8 hours and 52 minutes.
Nicolai and a friend cycled 211k in 14 hours and 02 minutes.
Marie swam 7k in 2 hours and 31 minutes.
Read this report about it. https://runningwithafriend.com/2016/12/04/71k-run-done/
We have received a lot of support during the last week or so. As I write this the total is 150000 which is just 50000 short of the initial target. We are so encouraged by the effort that people have put into organizing and participating in these events.
We thank the Lord Jesus (who is also called Emmanuel, by the way) for the power and love and purpose that only He can give. We believe that our friend, Emmanuel, will get his kidney transplant and have many more happy and productive years to live.
Regards
Stephan
My brother, Nicolai, made the offer to make this a duathlon. He will ride 3 X 70k mountain bike on the same date as I am going to run. Anyone is welcome to join us on this day. You do not need to run 70k or bike 210k. But do join us in solidarity to this cause.
Stephan
My brother, Nicolai, made the offer to make this a duathlon. He will ride 3 X 70k mountain bike on the same date as I am going to run. Anyone is welcome to join us on this day. You do not need to run 70k or bike 210k. But do join us in solidarity to this cause.
Stephan
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Our son, told us about what you are all doing to help your friend and his family. We will be praying for him and you as you continue your efforts.
Great effort Stephan for a great man!
All the best for your recovery
Get well soon...God be with you.
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Our son, told us about what you are all doing to help your friend and his family. We will be praying for him and you as you continue your efforts.
Great effort Stephan for a great man!
All the best for your recovery
Get well soon...God be with you.
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