About GSEF
The Good Shepherd Educational Foundation (GSEF) is an all-volunteer U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting the educational work begun by Rev. John Chol Daau in South Sudan.
The foundation works to advance a vision of Christian-based education that develops servant-leaders and contributes to a more peaceful society.
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About the Good Shepherd Educational Foundation
The GSEF(USA) is an all-volunteer §501(c)(3) organization that solely supports the works begun by Rev. John Chol Daau in South Sudan. Our goal is to create servant-leaders through Christian-based education, in order to build a peaceful society in South Sudan.
Good Shepherd AcademyJuba, South Sudan
A private school for preschool and primary education in South Sudan, Good Shepherd Academy provides an holistic education at the highest modern standards. With special attention to marginalized and vulnerable children, Good Shepherd Academy nurtures our students to realize their potential and ability while providing care with dignity. GSA’s students come from a variety of ethnic groups.
Good Shepherd College & Seminary
Good Shepherd College and Seminary started as a mobile program for refugee clergy and lay leaders of the Episcopal Church of Sudan (Anglican). Its goal was to empower the many untrained Christian leaders, primarily in the diocese of Bor. Today, GSCS is dedicated to the leadership development of leaders in the emerging church of South Sudan and beyond. More than 1000 church and community leaders have undergone training on various courses including theological, leadership, development, peace and reconciliation courses.
Good Shepherd College & Seminary
Good Shepherd College and Seminary started as a mobile program for refugee clergy and lay leaders of the Episcopal Church of Sudan (Anglican). Its goal was to empower the many untrained Christian leaders, primarily in the diocese of Bor. Today, GSCS is dedicated to the leadership development of leaders in the emerging church of South Sudan and beyond. More than 1000 church and community leaders have undergone training on various courses including theological, leadership, development, peace and reconciliation courses.
Good Shepherd AcademyJuba, South Sudan
A private school for preschool and primary education in South Sudan, Good Shepherd Academy provides an holistic education at the highest modern standards. With special attention to marginalized and vulnerable children, Good Shepherd Academy nurtures our students to realize their potential and ability while providing care with dignity. GSA’s students come from a variety of ethnic groups.
South Sudanese Refugee Camps
Currently, 2 million South Sudanese are internally displaced in South Sudan, while another 2 million are refugees in neighboring nations. To meet the spiritual needs of some of these refugees, Good Shepherd College is running short courses in two South Sudanese refugee camps in northern Uganda. Teaching topics include Church Leadership, Community Development, Bible and Theology, Pastoral Care and Counseling, Youth and Children Ministry, Conflict Resolution, and Peace and Reconciliation.
The Christian Times
Launched in 2004 as the first Christian newspaper in Sudan, The Christian Times now operates in the nation of South Sudan. The Christian Times advocates for social development, peace, and reconciliation in South Sudan. With reporters in Nairobi, Kenya, and in Juba, South Sudan, The Christian Times gives readers a platform to discuss latest happenings, transformative development, peace and justice.
The Christian Times
Launched in 2004 as the first Christian newspaper in Sudan, The Christian Times now operates in the nation of South Sudan. The Christian Times advocates for social development, peace, and reconciliation in South Sudan. With reporters in Nairobi, Kenya, and in Juba, South Sudan, The Christian Times gives readers a platform to discuss latest happenings, transformative development, peace and justice.
South Sudanese Refugee Camps
Currently, 2 million South Sudanese are internally displaced in South Sudan, while another 2 million are refugees in neighboring nations. To meet the spiritual needs of some of these refugees, Good Shepherd College is running short courses in two South Sudanese refugee camps in northern Uganda. Teaching topics include Church Leadership, Community Development, Bible and Theology, Pastoral Care and Counseling, Youth and Children Ministry, Conflict Resolution, and Peace and Reconciliation.
GSEF Board of Directors
The Good Shepherd Educational Foundation is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors committed to supporting its mission and the educational ministries it serves in South Sudan.
Barbara Nelson
President
David Edelstein
Vice President
Steven Lazarus
Secretary
Suzanne McGehee
Treasurer
Faith McDonnell
Lynn Lawrence
Debbie Schumacher
Nick Storm
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Your support helps GSEF continue its commitment to Christian education and the development of servant-leaders in South Sudan.
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