StoryOne Sign Language Scripture Project

Growing up Deaf in eastern Uganda was not easy for Moses*. His hearing parents were poor, and educational opportunities were minimal for Deaf students like Moses and his sister.

Hardworking and industrious, he became a jack-of-all-trades, acquiring skills in tailoring, carpentry, painting, and welding—skills that didn’t involve reading.

But Moses was burdened. He desperately wanted to share the gospel with others who were Deaf, but he just didn’t know how.

That’s where you enter Moses’s story! He was invited to a StoryOne camp you made possible because of your generosity.

Though the camp seemed like God’s answer to his many prayers, Moses hesitated to attend. His poor reading skills left him feeling insecure and scared. He didn’t want to take a spot from someone else who could contribute more than he thought he could.

Have you ever felt like Moses—that your skills were insufficient for God to use you? God’s response is the same to us today as in Old Testament times for Moses at the burning bush: “I will be with you” (Exodus 3:12).

Moses knew God wanted him at StoryOne camp. When he arrived on the first day, Moses was confused by the “décor” around the room. The walls were covered with drawings, and the pictures were not typical artwork. Looking closely at them, he realized they formed a message he understood. They told the story of Jesus!

God used your gift to the Ugandan StoryOne camp to teach Moses to share the gospel using stories and pictures. He quickly understood that he didn’t need to read to tell people about Jesus! In addition, God used you to encourage Moses that he is not alone!

Pray for Moses as he signs the stories of Jesus to other Deaf in eastern Uganda. Ask God to direct Moses to those with hearts open to the gospel. Pray God will use StoryOne camps globally to help Deaf people encounter God’s Word in meaningful ways, even those who have attended churches for decades.

You are making an eternal impact in the lives of Deaf people like Moses by introducing them to the stories of Scripture through this ministry. Thank you for giving and praying!

*Name changed

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